Value of commercial property deals in Scotland plunges by a quarter - Scotsman

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Value of commercial property deals in Scotland plunges by a quarter Scotsman By Erikka Askeland THE value of commercial property deals in Scotland plunged more than 25 per cent last year as the ravages of the economic crisis continue to take their toll on both confidence and lending, new figures today will show. and more »

Property experts predict slight increase in first-time buyers - stv.tv

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Property experts predict slight increase in first-time buyers stv.tv Rightmove said the proportion of buyers who intend to purchase their first home over the next year has edged up slightly to 24.3%, but remains well below the 40% "healthy" historic level. In Scotland, the figure is even lower, with just 21.8% of buyers ... and more »

Should bank bosses ban the bonus? - The Sun

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Should bank bosses ban the bonus? The Sun ROYAL bank of Scotland Chief Executive Officer, Stephen Hester, has bowed to pressure to refuse his £1 million bonus. While Labour planned to force the Commons into a vote on the bonus, Chancellor George Osborne said Mr Hester's decision was "sensible ... Scotland Commercial Market Slowing FurtherRealtyBizNews What has the Government done for British business?Telegraph.co.uk all 375 news articles »

Jobs fear 'holds back house buyers' - The Press Association

Jobs fear 'holds back house buyers' The Press Association Almost three out of 10 people believe house prices in Scotland will rise rather than fall this year, a survey has shown. According to the latest Bank of Scotland Housing Market Confidence tracker, 28% believe house prices will increase over the next 12 ... and more »

Scots told: insulate your homes or pay more in tax - Scotsman (blog)

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Scots told: insulate your homes or pay more in tax Scotsman (blog) By JENNY FYALL SCOTS who do not insulate their homes should be forced to pay higher council tax or face increased stamp duty on their property, according to a leading figure in the sector. Alex McLeod, chairman of the Association for the Conservation ... and more »