The Lockdown Landlords of Cupar (6 min read)

In this 6-minute read we debate that the Cupar property market is resilient and ready to hit the ground running.

 

Despite Government regulations that have been in place since the 26 March 2020, where in-person viewings have been illegal, Cupar buy to let landlords are chomping at the bit to build their property empire by looking at adding additional properties to their Cupar buy to let portfolio.

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Healthy Habits (3 min read)

It can be easy to become demotivated spending so much time indoors at home; especially if you were used to being out of the house more often than in. However, it is important that we pay attention to our mental health and wellbeing to ensure that we are looking after ourselves. Whilst we have so much more time on our hands, we have an opportunity to adopt some healthy habits into our usual routines to keep us feeling good. Continue below for some ways to improve your wellbeing.

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Apps To Help You With Anxiety (2 min read)

Anxiety is something that we can all experience at times, however in the midst of the coronavirus there will likely be more of us than ever who are suffering with anxiety. There are plenty of techniques to help you manage levels of anxiety, with one of the key innovations being the development of apps, we have found some of the best apps to help you cope with the current situation and beyond.

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CORONAVIRUS SELF EMPLOYMENT INCOME SUPPORT SCHEME

This is a step by step definitive guide for all self-employed or partnerships who have been adversely affected by Coronavirus to apply for a grant. Please share with as many business owners as you can so they can get the money they need as quickly as possible.

 

Here is the link to the starting point on the HMRC website as discussed in the video: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/claim-a-grant-through-the-coronavirus-covid-19-self-employment-income-support-scheme

 

Check if you are eligible: https://www.tax.service.gov.uk/self-employment-support/enter-unique-taxpayer-reference

 

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UK GOVERNMENT CORONAVIRUS BOUNCE BACK LOAN

The UK Government has come up with a Coronavirus Bounce Back Loan designed to help small to medium sized business survive through these unprecedented times.

Businesses will be able to borrow between £2,000 and £50,000. The government will guarantee 100% of the loan and there won’t be any fees, interest or payments to pay for the first 12 months. For more details click on the link: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/apply-for-a-coronavirus-bounce-back-loan

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10 Home Decor Ideas To Instantly Transform Your Home In Fife

Now that spring is just around the corner, the much-welcomed extra sunshine might be shining a light on some of the less-polished parts of your property. If you’re thinking that a good spring clean won’t quite cut it this year, then follow our 10 home decoration ideas to instantly transform your home…

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What Will Be the Effect of Covid-19 on the Fife Property Market?

So now we are only a matter of a couple of weeks into lockdown, yet can you believe it I am still speaking with agents from all over the UK, and I do not jest, properties are still being sold and let even in these unprecedented times. Yet I would like to address the question I have been asked many times recently “What will be the effect of Covid-19 on the Fife property market in the short, medium and long term?”

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CORONAVIRUS JOB RETENTION SCHEME FOR ALL EMPLOYERS

This an easy step by step definitive guide for all employers on how to claim under the Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme. Please share with as many business owners as you can so they can get the money they need as quickly as possible.

Here is the link to the starting point on the HMRC website as discussed in the video: https://www.gov.uk/log-in-register-hmrc-online-services

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SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SUPPORT FUND

SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT BUSINESS SUPPORT FUND – Please share with any local businesses you know.

Grant support is now available to help business deal with the impact of COVID-19. The purpose of these one-off grants is to help protect jobs, prevent business closure and promote economic recovery. If you are a business owner with a premise whether owned or leased please click on the link and apply. It could mean a one-off grant of £10,000 or £25,000 to cover costs:

https://www.fife.gov.uk/kb/docs/articles/health-and-social-care2/coronavirus-covid-19/businesses-and-employers/scottish-government-business-support-fund

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Questions Surrounding Saving Schemes In Fife

There are so many different saving schemes out there, it can be overwhelming trying to figure out which is best for you. A saving scheme is typically a program that is designed to influence saving in a manageable way, commonly offering an interest percentage, depending on who you go with. A popular ISA was the help to buy but this is no longer available. Don’t worry, there are so many other options. For example, a good alternative is a lifetime ISA.

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