7 Tips for Saving Money on Moving Day
By The Park & Bailey TeamMoving house is expensive.From solicitor fees to surveys, it is easy for the cost of a move to rack up.As moving day approaches, you are sure to be hugely excited at the prospect of moving, and also at the thought of not having to...
Is Buy-to-Let in Coulsdon, Purley or Chipstead Still Worth the Risk?
By The Park & Bailey TeamOver the last five years, life has become a little trickier for landlords, with changes to their tax... Over the last five years, life has become a little trickier for landlords, with changes to their taxation status, mortgage...
Tips For Selling a Property in February
By The Park & Bailey TeamThinking of putting your property on the market? February is the perfect month as the housing market is back in full swing. Potential buyers will be more likely to commit to buying a new home once the financial strains of...
Coulsdon, Purley and Chipstead Property Market Update:
By The Park & Bailey TeamFebruary 2023 With the Bank of England raising interest rates and inflation high, what is happening ... February 2023 With the Bank of England raising interest rates and inflation high, what is happening in the local property...
Ways to Save Money on Property Inheritance Cost
By The Park & Bailey Team58% of UK adults say they are expecting to inherit a property during their lifetime. If you’ve been left a property in a Will this year, you can expect a bill of around £20,000 – that doesn’t include inheritance tax.The...
How To Be A Good Landlord to Your Tenant
By The Park & Bailey TeamA landlord with a good reputation will automatically attract the best tenants. We have all heard the horror stories of tenants living in poor accommodations with damp issues and broken heating that get evicted for asking their...
Getting Your Home Ready for a Last-Minute Viewing
By The Park & Bailey TeamYou’ll usually receive warning when a property viewing is booked and most sellers will maintain their home, so a few days’ notice is adequate time to tidy around and impress potential buyers.However, what do you do if you...
Thatcher’s Dream Smashed as Homeownership in Coulsdon and Purley Drops
By The Park & Bailey TeamIn her first conference speech as the Tory’s new leader in 1975, the grocer’s daughter from Grantham... In her first conference speech as the Tory’s new leader in 1975, the grocer’s daughter from Grantham, Margaret...
Landlord Security Tips for an Empty Home
By The Park & Bailey TeamYou'll find that there are times when your rental is empty. It could be down to maintenance work, or there might just be a gap between changing tenants.It's wise to think about keeping your rental safe during these times. Read on...
Reasons Why January is a Great Time to Sell
By The Park & Bailey TeamYou’ll usually hear that spring is the best time to sell, but there are some advantages to selling in January, and it’s important that sellers know that there’s a lot to be said for acting quickly once the new year...
What Will Happen to the Coulsdon, Chipstead and Purley Property Market in 2023?
By The Park & Bailey TeamThe autumn of 2022 saw economic and political instability with the resignation of Boris Johnson as P... The autumn of 2022 saw economic and political instability with the resignation of Boris Johnson as Prime Minister and the...
Quick Tips for Packing Up Your Home for a Move
By The Park & Bailey TeamWhether you are moving across the country or moving down the street, there are several quick tips you can follow to make the process of packing up your home for a move as easy as possible. Take photos of your home, organise your...