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  1. About

    About

    The Scottish Property Federation is the voice of the real estate industry in Scotland, an industry that accounts for one in every 13 jobs. We work collaboratively with policy makers and other industry stakeholders to create a thriving built environment that provided the homes, leisure and employment spaces that Scotland needs.
  2. Our Work

    Our Work

    We deliver our mission by working collaboratively with national and local government and other partners; by promoting knowledge, innovation and best practice within the industry.
  3. Membership

    Be part of something bigger!

    Our membership reflects the diverse nature of our industry and includes owners, developers, funders, agents and advisers. Organisations join the SPF because they want their voices to be heard and recognise our influence benefits the whole industry.
  4. BPF Futures

    Our Network for Junior Professionals

    BPF Futures is a community of over 2,400 members, shaped and managed by junior professionals and supported by the SPF and wider British Property Federation.
  5. Events

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Information for Landlords

Resources

We create and support a range of resources to help commercial and residential landlords abide by best practice.

Links & Downloads

BPF Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement Template

This simple site can be used by any landlord who needs to create an Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement, whether you have lots of rental properties or just a few.

BPF Guidance on the Renters’ Rights Act 2025

This Guidance has been prepared to assist BPF members, landlords, and other interested parties in understanding the Act’s scope and its reforms, including when these will come into force.

LPE1 – Leasehold Property Enquiries 1

This standard questionnaire is used extensively in conveyancing of residential leasehold property, and the BPF is a co-producer, along with various other industry bodies.

FME1: Freehold Management Enquiries 1

This standard questionnaire is used extensively in conveyancing of residential freehold property with management arrangements, and the BPF is a co-producer, along with various other industry bodies.

Commercial Property Standard Enquiries

We support this suite of Commercial Property Standard Enquiries (CPSE), updated by the London Support Lawyers and distributed via the Practical Law Company.

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