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December 8, 2025
Why Change Factor

Why Change Property Factor? What Scottish Homeowners Should Know

Choosing a property factor is an important part of looking after any shared building in Scotland. A good factor keeps communal areas well maintained, communicates clearly and makes day to day living feel easier for everyone. When the service is poor, frustration builds and homeowners often begin to ask the […]
December 2, 2025
Anti-Social Behaviour in Shared Buildings

How to Handle Neighbour Issues and Anti-Social Behaviour in Shared Buildings

What is Anti-Social Behaviour in Shared Housing? Living in a shared building has many positives, but it also brings challenges. Most people want a quiet, comfortable home, so when someone’s behaviour makes daily life stressful it can feel overwhelming. Anti social behaviour covers a wide range of actions that disrupt […]
November 6, 2025
Pest Control in Shared Buildings

Pest Control Tips for Scottish Landlords

Pest issues can affect any property, but they are especially common in shared buildings. In Scotland’s climate, factors such as damp conditions, shared bin areas and older building structures can all contribute to problems developing over time. For homeowners and landlords alike, understanding how pest control works in Scottish properties […]
October 29, 2025
Signs Your Property Factor Is Letting You Down

5 Signs Your Property Factor Is Letting You Down

In shared buildings across Scotland, a property factor plays an important role in keeping things running smoothly. From organising repairs to managing shared responsibilities, good factoring helps protect both the building and the people who live in it. However, not every factoring arrangement works as it should. Many homeowners and […]
October 24, 2025
Understanding Common Charges

Understanding Common Charges and How They’re Calculated

When you own a flat or property within a managed building in Scotland, you’ll likely paywhat’s known as common charges. These payments cover the shared costs of maintaining andmanaging your building — but what exactly are you paying for, and how are these chargesworked out? In this guide, we’ll break down […]
October 16, 2025
Tenement Repairs

Common Repairs in Scottish Tenements and How to Prevent Them

Tenement buildings shape much of Glasgow, Edinburgh and the wider Central Belt. Their sandstone fronts and shared stairwells give character to entire streets. However, because many were built more than a century ago, they require consistent care. Certain issues appear repeatedly across traditional buildings. Understanding the most common repairs in […]
October 8, 2025
Autumn Scene with stone cottage

Getting Your Property Ready for Autumn: A Factor’s Checklist

As the leaves begin to turn golden and the crisp Scottish autumn sets in, propertymaintenance takes centre stage. With unpredictable weather—think heavy rain, strong winds,and early frosts—preparing your property now can prevent costly repairs and keep tenantshappy. At Homesbook Factoring, we’ve compiled a comprehensive checklist to helplandlords and factors safeguard […]
October 2, 2025

A Guide to the Title Deeds: Understanding Your Building’s Rules

When you buy a property in Scotland, you don’t just get the keys — you also inherit a set olegal documents known as title deeds. These documents are far more than a record ofownership; they set out the rules, rights, and responsibilities for you and your building. Whether you’re a […]
September 10, 2025
Common Myths about property Factoring

Common Myths About Property Factoring in Scotland – Busted!

Property factoring is an essential service for maintaining shared buildings and communalareas in Scotland — yet it’s often misunderstood. Myths and misinformation can lead toconfusion, disputes, and even unnecessary costs for landlords and owners. It’s time to separate fact from fiction. Here are the most common myths about propertyfactoring — […]
Common Myths About Property Factoring in Scotland – Busted!
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