Why do I do that – an introduction to property factoring in Scotland

Who is it for and what is it about?

This course is for those who are new to providing a factoring service in Scotland or for those who want to learn more about why you do the things you do when managing factored property in Scotland. You may be offering a factoring service as a commercial factor, housing association or a local authority.

This course will explore the rules you should follow as a property factor and what the implications of not following these may be.

Course Content

    • The role of the ‘owner’ as a customer and how that will affect your service
    • The documentation you should be aware of before providing a service – when to use it?
    • Carrying out repairs – what to do and when to do it
    • Charging owners – how much and when and just what should you be charging for?
    • Collecting unpaid fees – following the correct steps and what’s the result of failing to do so?

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this course participants will have a clear understanding of what it means to be a factor in Scotland and why they do the things they do when offering a factoring service as well as their role within it.

Course date: 14/10/25

Delivery: Remote delivery 

Trainer: Jacqueline Stirling  

Cost: Member £125 / Non-Member £275
Book your place HERE or email info@share.org.uk

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