Author: Robert Carroll

  • The Best Places to Live in Fife

    Despite its relatively small size (less than fifty miles at its widest point), the Kingdom of Fife boasts some of Scotland’s richest history, spectacular scenic landscapes and world-famous amenities – including some of the most sought-after golf courses. But with so many towns and cities in Fife, which one should you hang your hat? Join…

  • Property Market Update – Review of 2022 & Predictions for 2023

    MOV8 has ridden-out the property and financial crash of 2008/09 and the Covid pandemic and lockdown of 2020. In spite of that, 2022 has been one of the most unpredictable years in the Scottish property market that I have ever witnessed. So that’s saying a lot! I thought it would be worth looking back at…

  • November Property Market Update

    Property Market Highlights Scottish house prices continue to rise despite ongoing economic uncertainty Strong buyer interest continues Properties attaining 108.4% of their Home Report valuations at sale The median time properties are on the market just 14 days Interest Rates Set to Peak as Property Market Experiences Slowdown It’s been hard to escape the news…

  • October Property Market Update

    Interest Rate Rises, Mortgage Rate Rises and Their Effect on the Property Market in Scotland – The Big Read The UK Government’s recent “mini budget” turned-out to be the largest tax reduction exercise the UK has seen in the past 50 years. The lack of a fully-costed, independently-verified plan for how this was to be…

  • September Property Market Update 2022

    Property Market Highlights Scottish property market continues to grow after surpassing milestone average house price of £200K. Predictions that property market growth may soon stall amid cost-of-living crisis yet to be seen in practice. Buyers continue to pay above Home Report Valuation at sale. Homes selling quicker year-on-year in local markets. Scottish Property Market Continues…

  • August Property Market Update 2022

    Property Market Highlights Average Scottish house prices continue at record high beyond £200,000 milestone Property market remains largely unaffected by growing cost of living crisis. Supply and demand issues continue to cause growing house prices. Average House Prices in Scotland Continue to Grow Beyond Record £200,000 Milestone House prices across the UK have seen the…

  • Average House Prices in Scotland’s Top School Catchment Areas

    Ask any parent, and they’ll tell you they want the best education possible for their children. More than simply grades on a page, a good education can pave the way to success for the next generation, securing their spots in top universities and, eventually, high-paying careers. Thankfully, Scotland’s educational landscape boasts renowned schools in abundance,…

  • The Best Places to Live in Dundee

    With a population of just under 150,000, Dundee is a compact, walkable city bursting with attractions for the whole family. From a world-class university to its famous V&A Design museum, a cultural scene to rival Scotland’s capital and plenty of places to eat, drink and take the kids, it’s no surprise Dundee is fast becoming…

  • The power of a will with MOV8

    Whether you are buying or selling a property there are several things that should be considered over and above the transaction itself. These considerations include the more obvious things like finances, insurance and utilities.   One of the most common things that is often overlooked in this process is the creation or updating of your will.  …

  • July Property Market Update 2022

    Property Market Highlights House prices continue to grow throughout Scotland. Properties are achieving and exceeding their Home Report valuations at sale in many areas. Supply and demand issues persist. Post-COVID lifestyle changes see people buying bigger homes further away from the city. House Prices Continue to Increase Throughout Scotland As we saw in our June…