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Very few new private homes within Edinburgh are built at the agreed “affordable” price band, however one developer, Chamberlain Bell, has introduced a new product to the private market that more than meets this criteria.   Currentl... read more »

Ballantynes have long been involved in local rugby by sponsoring Broughton Rugby Club in Edinburgh but this year they have upped their support by becoming the club’s main sponsor.  Rory Ballantyne says; “There is a really positive f... read more »

As of June, we have increased our office space at both the Edinburgh and Perth branches. This will mean the Edinburgh office has doubled in size as we have agreed to take on the lease for the whole lower ground floor at 30 Stafford Street from 1st J... read more »

Ben Ballantyne of the Perth office says that the market in Perthshire is still governed by supply outstripping demand: “Overall I would describe the market as still patchy, with good quality properties in popular locations going to closing date... read more »

In Edinburgh, the residential market has been feeling the effects of a slew of new legislation and taxation changes.   Rory Ballantyne says: “There is no denying that the top end of the market is slow, as the new higher LBTT payments are... read more »

Edinburgh is a city that has a long and proud heritage. However, it’s also renowned for its natural beauty, including scenic backdrops and numerous unusual, less well known destinations, which the typical tourist trail does not cater for. Withi... read more »