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Auction renovation stories – Silverwells Lodge, Turriff

12 January 2024 | Auction House Scotland

It's a well-known fact that some of the best renovation gems can be found under the auction hammer. Take this bungalow in Turriff - its damp and mouldy interior gave it an eery feel when it went up for auction last year, but that didn't stop SJA...

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Property auction highlights: Spectacular September

20 September 2023 | Auction House Scotland

Our 13th of September auction saw some exciting lots go under the hammer, from run-down flats to Doctor Who style police boxes! We achieved an 89% success rate, selling 31 out of the 35 lots offered and raising over £1.9m for our sellers....

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Plans to extend Scottish rent cap and eviction ban until March 2024

09 June 2023 | Auction House Scotland

The Scottish Government announced on 1st June 2023 that they intend to extend the Cost of Living (Tenant Protection) (Scotland) Act Regulations beyond 30 September 2023 for an additional six months in an effort to protect private tenants during...

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How to prepare for buying at auction

21 February 2023 |

If you’ve never bought a property through an auction before, you may be wondering what steps to take in preparation. Auction House has a wealth of experience in helping clients find and purchase the right property for them. In this blog, we’ve...

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Can you buy an auction property with a mortgage?

13 February 2023 |

We understand that a number of buyers won’t have the cash to buy a property upfront by the time an auction rolls around. However, this doesn’t mean you have to miss out on your new investment or home.

A mortgage isn’t exclusive to properties...

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Top Tips for Attending an Auction Property Viewing

08 February 2023 |

An auction property viewing is an opportunity for anyone interested in a property to attend, look around and fully inspect it before the auction. A member of the auctions team will be on hand to answer any questions you may have.

It’s common for...

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Take advantage of the Capital Gains Tax exemption

31 January 2023 |

If you are considering selling a property that is subject to Capital Gains Tax, you have until the end of March 2023 to take advantage of the current exemption amount of £12,300.

In his Autumn Budget, Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt...

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5 ways to prevent damp, mould and condensation

23 January 2023 |

When there’s too much moisture in your home, you become more susceptible to damp and mould developing on your walls and furniture. When moist air meets a cooler surface, such as a wall, window, mirror, etc., condensation can occur and is usually...

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Can you buy a property before it goes to auction?

16 January 2023 |

You can absolutely submit an offer to purchase a property before auction.

There are certain situations where the seller won’t be open to offers. This would be if the property is required to be sold publicly or if the property has a lot of...

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Are Online Auctions the Future?

02 January 2023 |

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that the future of property auctions is digital. From livestreamed auctions to online viewings and bidding, the industry has been dragged into the 21st century and online auctions are here to stay.

Wha...

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