Insights
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…
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…
News
Building safety in Scotland: recent developments and what they mean for residents
Building safety has been one of the most significant areas of housing policy in Scotland in recent years, and a series of legislative developments are now shaping how the sector responds. The…
A new Scottish Parliament: what the Holyrood election result means for housing policy
Scotland’s Holyrood election in May returned a parliament in which no single party holds an overall majority, resulting in a fragmented parliament where no single…
TPI publishes 2026 Service Charge Index
New research from The Property Institute (TPI) sheds light on the factors driving service charge increases across the UK’s leasehold sector. TPI’s 2026 Service Charge…
Keeping you informed about energy price changes
We understand that household costs are a growing concern for many people right now. With energy prices continuing to rise as a result of ongoing…
Built, Managed, Lived.: Leadership, regulation and what comes next for property management
What does the future of property management look like — and what will it take to get there? In Episode 5 of the Built, Managed,…
Blog
How to switch property factors in Scotland: A simple guide for homeowners
If you own a flat or property within a shared development in Scotland, you will likely have a property factor in place who is responsible…
Understanding property factoring in Scotland
If you live in a flat or a modern housing development in Scotland, there’s a good chance a property factor looks after the shared parts of your…