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A landlord is a person or company who owns a property and rents it out to tenants in exchange for rent.
A landlord in Scotland typically provides services such as finding tenants, collecting rent, property maintenance, and addressing tenant concerns.
Yes, landlords in Scotland are required to register with the local council and obtain a unique registration number.
Landlords in Scotland have legal responsibilities such as ensuring the property meets safety standards, protecting tenant deposits in a government-approved scheme, providing proper tenancy agreements, and adhering to eviction procedures.
In Scotland, landlords can only increase the rent once a year or if there is a significant change in the property or tenancy agreement. They must provide written notice to tenants at least three months in advance.
If a landlord fails to make necessary repairs and maintenance, tenants in Scotland can take legal action against the landlord and request repairs. They may also be entitled to compensation.
No, a landlord in Scotland cannot enter the rented property without giving reasonable notice to the tenants, except in cases of emergencies.
To end a tenancy in Scotland, the landlord must provide written notice to the tenant, and the notice period depends on the type of tenancy agreement. If the tenant refuses to leave, the landlord can apply to the First-tier Tribunal for eviction.
In Scotland, it is the responsibility of the tenants to pay council tax, unless the rental agreement specifically states that the landlord is responsible.
A landlord in Scotland cannot refuse to rent a property based on protected characteristics such as race, gender, disability, or age. However, they can reject an applicant if they do not meet certain criteria or references.
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