One of the easiest ways for an estate agent to save costs is to reduce the number of internet portals they advertise on. At Paton & Co, we have decided to go the other way. At Paton & Co we have made a conscious decision not to...
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Paton Lifestyle
A home office is now a really important feature for potential buyers
The shift to homeworking has driven demand for properties with a home office. Even as offices reopen the improvements in technology and the way businesses have adapted working practices mean that homeworking is now a very viable longer...
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In Conversation With Posy Maitland-Carew of Faldonside Farmers Market
When we heard about Faldonside Farmers Market, Paddy and I knew that we wanted to be involved, and we’re delighted to have been able to sponsor the first market, which is being held next weekend at Faldonside Farmhouse just outside...
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Demand for bigger houses, rural living and a sense of community
Demand for bigger houses, rural living and a sense of community. Buyers priorities have changed since the start of 2020 and COVID forcing everyone to reassess what is important for them when it comes to where and how they live. Buyers...
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When viewing property it is not always easy to find where you need to be. Postcodes and street addresses often aren’t reliable, especially in rural locations like the Scottish Borders or Scottish Highlands, and they don’t exist at all for...
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North College House
Situated in a quiet yet central position in the city of Elgin in Moray, North College House is one of the most architecturally and historically interesting properties in a city that’s known for its noteworthy architecture – not least...
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In Conversation…..With Hatti Pattisson
Scottish artist Hatti Pattisson has been creating expressive land and seascapes for over fifteen years. Born and raised in the East Neuk of Fife, Hatti has always drawn inspiration from the natural world and the spaces and places around...
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In Conversation…..With Rosie Sudgen
Scottish knitwear designer Rosie Sugden launched her eponymous label in 2011 after graduating in Knitwear Design from Northumbria University, and her cashmere accessories line has grown since to include turbans – the design that started...
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In conversation……with Patrick & Celia
When launching Paton & Co, we knew that we wanted to start a blog series asking people about their businesses as well as their homes and locations, and when thinking about this, we realised that the best way to start this new blog...
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4 Reasons your home is not selling
As a seller, if you find that your property is not attracting enough interest or generating any offers then it is essential you take steps to re-evaluate your marketing campaign and approach to selling. Perhaps there are improvements or...
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