Southdown Surveyors

16/06/2025

Saw this Interesting article on BBC News re shared ownership schemes; https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/clyz8m8jj4mo

While such schemes can offer (particularly) first time buyers a great opportunity to get on the 'property ladder' it is important that they are entered into with a clear understanding all the associated onwards costs.

Londoners, including couple Chris and Diana, share their experiences of shared ownership.

11/04/2025

How nice to "survey" in the sunshine this week! .... and how lucky are we to live and work on the sunshine coast!??

One of the properties we provided an RICS Level 3 Home Survey on this week was enviably situation on the beach in Pevensey Bay.

These properties are always so unique and our local knowledge of construction methods used to suit this location can be invaluable for the prospective purchaser.

20/01/2025

Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) is payable when you buy a property (or land) over a certain value. The amount of Stamp Duty you pay, depends on the price of the property, whether you own any other property and whether the property will be used for residential purposes.

At end of March 2025, the Stamp Duty thresholds will change and consequently - depending on your circumstances - it could be WELL worth your while to move BEFORE 31st March.

With this in mind, at SOUTHDOWN SURVEYORS we have increased availability for both our RICS Level 2 and Level 3 Home Surveys, to ensure we can support clients who need to beat the Stamp Duty change.

Please SHARE this to anyone who you know may be looking to move in the next couple of months!

Call for a free, no-obligation survey quotation: 01323 739183
https://www.moneysavingexpert.com/mortgages/stamp-duty/

25/11/2024

What a great way to start the week! Positive feedback received from a Client over the weekend ..! Well done 'Team Southdown', keep up the good work - Matthew Symmonds

22/11/2024

The recent cold snap can bring concern over freezing water pipes and the like; so follow South East Water's advice on protecting your home and what to do if you were to suffer a burst pipe.
You can even order FREE pipe lagging and FREE tap jackets from them!

A regular insight into South East Water

18/11/2024

As an RICS Regulated practice our Southdown Estates provides a professional yet personal service to our managed portfolio - making us the perfect choice for your 'local' Agent;

Discover the key benefits of a local block manager, from quick response times to tailored services, smooth management & added value for residential properties.