Over half of private landlords considering quitting

Over half of private landlords in Scotland are at least considering selling up as a result of new red tape, research shows.

According to a survey by the Scottish Association of Landlords (SAL), some 53% of landlords are now considering reducing the size of their portfolios – almost four out of five of them say their decision is driven by hostility from the Scottish government and politicians.

Proposed rent controls and stricter limits on evictions are being enshrined in legislation now under scrutiny in the Scottish Parliament.

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