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Tenants plans changed releasing several new properties in central St.Andrews back on the market

SORRY THESE PROPERTIES HAVE NOW BEEN RESERVED
We have received news of two properties, which we had previously allocated, becoming available for let again due to tenants plans changing. We are happy to release details of these properties to interested parties looking for ” top end” two bedroom properties in central St.Andrews. Both of these properties are for a nine month period September 2013 – June 2014. Previous rental experience essential and two references per person are required to be submitted. Viewing details will then be offered. Application forms can be downloaded from our web site and sent directly to me:- gillian@inchdairnieproperties.co.uk with your references.

Top Tips For Investing In Property In St Andrews

Despite the downturn in the economic climate, the property market in St Andrews has remained bouyant. St Andrews may be small in size but it is considerable in character. Well known as a university town, St Andrews is also a beautiful historic location, with superb beaches, a thriving town centre and good schools. This combination of character, education and facilities appears to be a winning one; The Herald claimed St Andrews to have “ one of the most prestigious housing markets anywhere in Europe” . So whether you are looking for a long term family home or a buy-to-let investment property, don’t let St Andrews pass you by. Here our my top tips for investment areas within St Andrews:

Before you begin think very hard about what you are looking for from your new home. Whether this is a family home or an investment, the location of the property will impact upon lifestyle as well upon investment returns. If you are investing in a buy-to-let make to keep your target tenant and their ideal location in mind when making a decision.

1. Central Location and Buoyant Rental Market: Many of the town centre properties in St Andrews are full of historic character and charm, as well as being close to amenities. This is a popular area for St Andrews students looking to rent as close to the university as possible. The holiday rental market within the centre is also incredibly popular, so investing in the right property here can see some strong returns. However garden and outdoor space within the centre is at a much higher premium and some properties can be noisier with limited parking so they do not suit everyone’s needs.

2. Period Charm and Long Term Returns: To the West of the centre, a great many large and beautiful period properties can be found. Here parking and garden space is more accessible and these properties can make fantastic family homes as well as strong investment opportunities. Homes within this area have, in general, kept their price. They offer solid investments with continual interest both from home buyers and from the rental market. However you will find this reflected in the price.

3. Family Friendly and Long Term Lets: If you are looking for a strong family home, or long term rental the areas around the South/South West must be considered. With good access to schools and a friendly community spirit the areas such as Bogward and the Canongate may offer what you are looking for. These homes may not have some of the character of the historic properties but the larger gardens, parking and safe neighbourhood provide a family friendly lifestyle.

4. Everybody loves a bargain: Don’t be fooled into thinking you can outsmart the market. The influx of property television programmes’ and have had us all believing in that elusive property bargain. In general of course, house prices are reflective of the standard and quality of the property. Rather than looking for a ‘bargain’, look for a desirable property to which there is scope to add value. If you are skilled at renovation and have the time and access to a money safety net, then returns can certainly be made in renovating a home for the rental market, or creating that perfect family home. My advice would be to do your research, visit each property several times and obtain a full survey.

If you are eager to find something a little different or to invest in area that has greater scope for improvement I would suggest looking at areas surrounding the East Sands. There is a very mixed bag of property around here, with some magnificent period homes as well as ex-council housing and new builds that can provide affordable first -time buyer and family homes. If you are looking for a buy-to-rent property, students are still keen to rent here but rental income will be considerably lower per room than in the desirable centre of town.

If you would like further information about investing in St Andrews please feel free to visit the office to at any time, we are always happy to discuss individual investments and can provide firm rental rates and further information on location and target tenants.

We Are Now Accepting New Student Applications

Be Quick To Get Your Completed Tenancy Portfolio To The Inchdairnie Team

We are currently accepting new student applications for the academic year 2013-2014. It is our policy to offer our existing tenants the first opportunity to rent with us again and we have had an overwhelming number of renewed applications this year. There are however many graduates and those moving on and we do have a lovely selection of student properties that we will allocate through an application and reference procedure. We will be accepting applications up to and during the first week in February, so please pop into the St Andrews office with your tenancy portfolio and we will be sure to consider your application in full.

A Few Handy Hints:

Please ensure you fill out the application form neatly and correctly, include two up to date references – preferably from your latest landlord, and chose a group administrator to keep things easy with regard to correspondence from the Inchdairnie team. Also please note the precise number of those in your party and the size of accommodation you are looking for. We always enjoy meeting and interviewing prospective tenants and are looking forward to the busy few months ahead. Finally, please don’t hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.

The full guidelines and application procedure are clearly outlined on our website and can be found under ‘ Student Information’ along with the application form. The closing date for application is the 8th February 2013.

Happy New Year From The Inchdairnie Team

And we would like to thank you for all the lovely Trip Advisor reviews we received in 2012

We would like to wish all our tenants, holiday makers and many guests from over the years a Happy New Year! We hope you celebrated in style. We will be keeping you updated here over the coming months on all the exciting events and happenings at both the Inchdairnie office and within the town. If there is anything that you would like to hear about please feel free to get in touch with us at any time, or leave a comment below. We would also like to thank everyone for the great reviews that we have been receiving through Tripadvisor and Flipkey, we have had great success with these sites so far and are looking forward to more bookings and reviews in 2013. Have a peek here at what some of our guests have had to say about their Inchdairnie holiday.

A guide to keeping your rental property warm and safe over Christmas

Five important steps to remember before leaving your St Andrews property over the Christmas and New Year holiday….

1. It can get very cold over the christmas period. Please leave your Central heating timer set to constant with the radiators turned to a low setting – Frost or setting No. 1 should be plenty. This is the most cost effective way to safely leave your home without fear of frozen or burst pipes over Christmas and New Year, and will save any large bills for maintenance in the long run.

2. Leave your property safely locked and secured. The Christmas and New Year holiday is an especially vulnerable time for empty properties and we strongly advise you to remove any valuables and check all doors and windows are safely locked.

3. Empty the fridge of any foods likely to spoil. Cancel any milk and newspaper deliveries.

4. Remove any refuse from inside the house and leave your property clean and tidy. Start the New year with a welcoming clean and fresh home!

5. To avoid disconnection of any services please make sure all your bills are fully paid up to date. Remember providers do have the right to break into your home and disconnect your services if bills remain unpaid!

And finally, The Team at Inchdairnie will be round to check any empty properties, so impress us all and follow these easy steps to make the Christmas holidays hassle free and to keep your home warm and comfortable. We wish all our tenants, friends and readers a ‘Very Merry Christmas’ and hope your holidays are filled with fun.