Is the Scottish Rental Market Flatlining in 2026? (with Mark Shanta)
Episode Overview
In this episode of the Scottish Property Podcast, we’re joined by Mark Shanta, property expert, letting agent, and returning guest, for a deep dive into the Scottish property market at the start of 2026.
Together, we unpack what’s really happening across sales, rentals, tax policy, and regulation — cutting through the noise to give landlords, investors, and property professionals a clear, on-the-ground view of where the market stands and what’s coming next.
From flatlining rents and budget uncertainty, to Aberdeen’s standout performance and the rise of alternative investments like paddle courts, this episode is packed with insight you can actually use.
Episode Highlights
- Mark Shanta’s view on the Scottish rental market in 2026
- Why Glasgow sales remain steady but not especially buoyant
- How city-centre flats compare with stronger suburban homes
- Why Scottish rents have largely levelled off after the post-COVID surge
- How affordability, wage pressure and rising supply are capping rental growth
- What landlords need to know about ADS staying at 8%
- Why new Council Tax bands could affect higher-value properties from 2028
- The uncertainty around a possible landlord income tax increase
- How SASS pensions can support long-term tax and business planning
- Why paddle courts are emerging as an alternative investment niche
- Why Aberdeen is standing out for yields and early capital recovery
- What Awaab’s Law could mean for damp, mould, documentation and repair timelines
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