Homeownership in Scotland and key considerations for commonhold reform
Scotland’s model of homeownership is well established. Homeowners hold outright title to their individual property, while responsibilities for shared spaces are embedded in title deeds…
The trends shaping the future of property management
Shifting resident expectations, a changing regulatory environment and rapid technological advancement are reshaping what property management looks like. At The FirstPort Group, we are committed to…
Communal spaces: managing with purpose
From play areas and green spaces to wildflower meadows, communal features shape how a community feels and functions. Managing them with intention through sustainability initiatives,…
Leasehold reform in England and Wales: what the proposed changes mean in practice
The proposed shift from leasehold to commonhold represents one of the most significant changes to residential property ownership in England and Wales in decades. While…
The role local organisations play in building community
In episode 2 of Built, Managed, Lived, FirstPort’s Director of Region, Jonny Holmes, sits down with Nick Mason from Taunton Rugby Club to explore the…
The people preserving the Playfair
Scotland’s unique system of apartment ownership means homeowners must work together to ensure their buildings are maintained safely and effectively – but in the case of historic properties, it requires a whole…