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Valuation Duncan Ure carrying out a house valuation in Dumfries & Galloway

13 July 2026

What is my house worth in Dumfries & Galloway? How a proper valuation works

Online estimates miss more than they catch in a rural market. Here's what a proper valuation looks at, and how to get a figure that stands up.

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Market insight Aerial view of Dumfries & Galloway

22 June 2026

Scotland's housing supply shortage: what sellers in Dumfries & Galloway need to know

Scotland built 12% fewer homes last year. Here's what the supply crunch means for sellers in Dumfries & Galloway this summer.

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Selling your home Aerial view of a residential property in Dumfries & Galloway, photographed by drone

9 June 2026

Independent vs solicitor estate agent: which gets you more?

In Scotland, most homes are sold through solicitor-agents. But common isn't the same as best. Here's the honest difference for sellers in Dumfries & Galloway.

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Buyer guide A family home in Dumfries & Galloway, the kind first-time buyers are searching for

29 May 2026

Scotland's £10,000 first-time buyer loan explained

The Scottish Government's new First Homes Fund offers first-time buyers up to £10,000 interest-free towards a deposit. Here's what it means and what to do now.

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