How we support your move

Four service levels, each shaped around how much support and involvement your move needs.

  • A focused one-to-one consultation for people moving to Glasgow who want clear, honest local insight.

    This session is about direction not sales listings.

    We will cover the areas that fit your lifestyle and budget, realistic expectations of the current market, common traps for incomers and how the rental market operates in Glasgow.

    You will leave better informed, better prepared, and less likely to waste time chasing the wrong properties

    WHATS INCLUDED:

    • Up to 60 minutes with a Glasgow based relocation expert

    • Area Guidance tailored to your priorities

    • Budget realism and market conditions

    • Practical tips on dealing with letting agents.

    • Answers to any questions you may have

    The fixed fee of £75 is redeemable against a full relocation package if you proceed within 14 days.

  • A fully managed search and securing service for clients relocating to Glasgow who need a trusted presence on the ground.

    This is a structured service designed to move quickly in a competitive market, without you needing to track listings or attend viewings in person.

    Includes:

    • Initial consultation to define brief, locations and priorities.

    • Proactive property search and shortlisting based on live availability.

    • Direct liaison with letting agents.

    • Arranging and attending up to three viewings.

    • Video walkthroughs

    • Advice on suitability, demand and likely competition.

    • Guidance on offer strategy, timing and positioning.

    • Oversight through to signed lease and agreed move-in

    We work with a limited number of clients at any one time to ensure we can act quickly when the right property becomes available.

  • A fully supported relocation and concierge service for clients who want the process handled seamlessly from search through to settling in.

    This is a higher-touch, continuity led service for overseas or time-pressured moves., where pace, judgement and discretion matter.

    Includes everything in Signature, PLUS:

    • Priority sourcing and immediate response to new listings.

    • Early engagement with agents to maximise access.

    • Flexible viewing coverage as required to secure the right property.

    • Continuous liaison with estate agents and landlords.

    • Full oversight of referencing, timelines and documentation.

    • Key collection and access coordination if required.

    • For overseas clients arriving after shipment, liaison with shipping agent and safe receipt of goods into property ahead of arrival.

    • Practical preparation ahead of arrival as requested on any matter and as requested by the client.

    • Guidance and set up, if desired, of utilities, including broadband and facilitating access arrangements for engineers.

    This is a comprehensive, concierge-led service where nothing is left to chance. From first search through to settling in, each stage is managed proactively and with discretion, ensuring a smooth, well-paced move with minimal demand on your time.

  • For families relocating to Glasgow, securing the right home is only part of the picture. Schooling often drives where you live, how quickly you need to move, and the level of risk you can afford to take.

    Complete Plus Schools is our most comprehensive service. It combines our full relocation support with clear, practical guidance on education, ensuring your property search and schooling plans are aligned from the outset.

    What’s Included

    Everything within our Complete package, plus dedicated support around schools and catchments.

    Full Property Search & Relocation

    • Detailed consultation to understand your requirements, timing, and budget

    • Targeted property search across Glasgow and surrounding areas

    • Shortlisting and proposal of suitable properties

    • Arranging and attending viewings on your behalf

    • Honest feedback, including photos and video

    • Liaison with letting or estate agents

    • Support through the offer stage and securing the property

    Plus: Schools & Catchment Support

    Education Strategy

    We take time to understand:

    • Ages and stages of your children

    • State vs private preferences

    • Academic priorities and future plans

    You are then given a clear, realistic overview of your options in Glasgow.

    Area & School Matching

    We align your property search with schooling from day one.

    This includes:

    • Identifying areas linked to higher-performing state schools

    • Explaining differences between Glasgow City and neighbouring authorities such as East Renfrewshire and East Dunbartonshire

    • Matching your budget to realistic catchment options

    Catchment Guidance (State Schools)

    We explain how the system works in practice, not just in theory:

    • How catchments are defined and enforced

    • The limits of placing requests for popular schools

    • The importance of timing and proof of address

    • The risks of securing a property outside the correct area

    This ensures you are making informed decisions before committing to a tenancy.

    Jordanhill School – Detailed Guidance

    Jordanhill is widely regarded as the highest-performing state school in Scotland, regularly ranked at or near number one in national league tables such as the Sunday Times.

    Demand is extremely high, and entry is governed by a strict geographic system:

    • List 1 – core catchment with priority access

    • List 2 – wider area with no guarantee of a place

    We provide:

    • Clear explanation of how the List 1 and List 2 system works

    • Identification of streets and areas that fall within each category

    • Practical advice on what this means for your property search

    The result is clarity. You understand what is achievable and avoid costly mistakes.

    Private School Guidance

    For families considering independent education, we provide an overview of Glasgow’s leading private schools, including:

    • Academic standards and ethos

    • Entry requirements and timelines

    • Location and daily travel considerations

    This includes schools such as The High School of Glasgow, The Glasgow Academy, Hutchesons’ Grammar School, and St Aloysius’ College.

    Property & School Alignment

    All property recommendations are filtered against your schooling requirements.

    You are not simply shown good properties.
    You are shown properties that work for your family.

    Application Readiness

    We guide you on:

    • Required documentation for school registration

    • Timing of applications

    • Practical steps to avoid delays or refusals

    The Outcome

    You arrive in Glasgow with:

    • A secured home in the right area

    • A clear and realistic schooling plan

    • Confidence that both have been considered together

    Who This Is For

    • Families relocating to Glasgow from overseas or elsewhere in the UK

    • Professionals moving with school-age children

    • Clients who want to minimise risk and avoid costly missteps

    This is a premium, joined-up service. It removes uncertainty and ensures that your move to Glasgow works not just on paper, but in practice.

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“The service worked because it was calm, contained and deliberate. I always knew what was happening without having to manage it myself.”

— PRIVATE CLIENT, Sort & Settle Glasgow

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