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12 2026 PROPERTY MARKET PREDICTIONS
ESPC’s CEO, Paul Hilton, shares his insights 30 DUNFERMLINE TAKES THE CROWN
into what he expects for the housing Scotland’s newest city leads 2025’s
market in 2026 property rankings. Discover why this
thriving hub could be the perfect place
18 WHAT IS GOING TO HAPPEN IN THE to begin your next chapter
MORTGAGE MARKET IN 2026? David
Lauder, Independent Mortgage Adviser with 48 THE LOCATION LIST A curated guide to
ESPC Mortgages, makes some predictions the places worth moving to this year
for the 2026 mortgage and property market
DREAM HOMES
20 THE PROBLEM WITH DOWNSIZING
Amy Howard from ESPC Chartered 6 EASY LIVING IN ELIE This gorgeous
Firm, Neilsons, explains why we should home near Leven is designed for
be embracing ‘rightsizing’ instead of comfort, style and everyday ease
‘downsizing’ 26 AN ADDRESS TO IMPRESS Looking
for the perfect home in 2026? This
32 LETTING YOUR PROPERTY – FAQS Head
of ESPC Lettings, Nicky Lloyd, breaks down Corstorphine charmer could help make
frequently asked questions regarding this year your best yet
letting out a property in Scotland 43 REFINED LIVING READY Take a look
inside this incredible four-bedroom rural
34 HOMES THAT RAISE THE BAR ON
RENTING Check out these incredible home on the outskirts of Pencaitland
properties available to rent through that is the ultimate countryside getaway
ESPC Lettings
NEWS
INTERIORS 15 NEW YEAR, NEW HOME Discover how
ESPC can help you find your perfect
23 HOW TO ENSURE YOUR HOME IS A
BUYER’S DREAM Planning to sell up in property in 2026
2026? Follow our top tips to make your 16 HOUSE PRICE REPORT: DECEMBER
home ultra-appealing to buyers 2025
A look at the local property market over
36 CLOUD DANCER Pantone’s Colour of
the Year 2026 has arrived, and it signals a the last three months
refreshing return to simplicity
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38 COORIE IN FOR THE NEW YEAR Leah
Stewart-Woods, Home Design Stylist for
John Lewis & Partners shares ideas on how
to create a warm, inviting atmosphere on
dreich winter days
Visit our Showroom 46 WELCOME NEW YEAR VIBRANCY WITH
At Dobbies Garden Centre Lasswade HOUSEPLANTS FROM DOBBIES Dobbies’
Discover more on bathingmobility.co.uk Senior Plant Buyer, Claire Bishop, shares
her top houseplant picks for the new year
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