<?xml version="1.0"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>News from Cray and Norton</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk</link><description>News from Cray and Norton</description><language>en-gb</language><copyright>Copyright, Cray and Norton</copyright><pubDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:18:34 GMT</pubDate><lastBuildDate>Tue, 08 Sep 2026 08:18:34 GMT</lastBuildDate><generator>Estates IT Ltd, PCHomes Estate Agent Software</generator><atom:link href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/newsrss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml" /><managingEditor>darren@crayandnorton.co.uk (Cray and Norton)</managingEditor><webMaster>darren@crayandnorton.co.uk (Cray and Norton)</webMaster><image><title>News from Cray and Norton</title><url>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/content/images/logo.png</url><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk</link></image><item><title>A pet owner’s guide to selling your home this summer</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/a-pet-owners-guide-to-selling-your-home-this-summer/est-062700</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/a-pet-owners-guide-to-selling-your-home-this-summer/est-062700"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/relaxed_cat_laying_on_a_soft_bed_beside_green_plants_resize.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Selling a home with pets brings a few extra things to think about, and summer adds its own twist. Warm weather means open windows, busier viewing schedules and gardens that need to look their best. None of this makes selling a house with pets in the UK impossible. It just means a bit more planning.

Summer is traditionally one of the best times of year to sell in the UK. Buyers get longer daylight hours for viewings, gardens are in full bloom, and many families want to be settled before the new school year. This year's market has been a bit more mixed. Mortgage rates have started easing again, with the average two-year fixed deal dropping to just over 5% by June, but buyers now have more homes to choose from and are taking their time before committing. In a market like this, presentation counts for more than ever, and that includes how well you manage your pet's presence during viewings. We covered the wider seasonal picture in why summer is a good time to sell your home, and if you'd like to know what your home might be worth right now, our online valuation tool takes just a couple of minutes.

 

Talk to your vet before viewings start
Your pet’s comfort is an important part of preparing for a successful sale. Strangers coming through the house regularly, and eventually a move to a new environment, can be genuinely stressful for animals, particularly older pets or those who don't cope well with change. A quick chat with your vet about your plans can help you spot any issues early and put the right support in place.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/a-pet-owners-guide-to-selling-your-home-this-summer/est-062700</guid><pubDate>Thu, 30 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/relaxed_cat_laying_on_a_soft_bed_beside_green_plants_resize.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Ben Norton’s Work Experience</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/ben-norton/est-061774</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/ben-norton/est-061774"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/ben.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Work Experience]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/ben-norton/est-061774</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/ben.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Qualified Building Surveyor now at Cray &amp; Norton!</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/samuel-cray/est-061742</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/samuel-cray/est-061742"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/sam%20and%20me.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Croydon Estate Agents Cray & Norton Strengthen Expertise as Samuel Cray Qualifies as a RICS Building Surveyor.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/samuel-cray/est-061742</guid><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/sam%20and%20me.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Flat-out Affordable</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/flat-out-affordable/est-061710</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/flat-out-affordable/est-061710"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/francesca-tosolini-thkjamco3qe-unsplash%20(1).jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Why Flats in Croydon Could Be the Smartest Buy in 2026…]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/flat-out-affordable/est-061710</guid><pubDate>Sat, 11 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/francesca-tosolini-thkjamco3qe-unsplash%20(1).jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Empty Property? Become a Landlord...</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/empty-property/est-061558</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/empty-property/est-061558"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/crayandnorton_winninginstructions5_june26_mpa.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Empty Property]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/empty-property/est-061558</guid><pubDate>Fri, 26 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/crayandnorton_winninginstructions5_june26_mpa.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Letting Property in Croydon CR0 - Landlord Tips 2026</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/landlord-tips-2026/est-061336</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/landlord-tips-2026/est-061336"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/guild%20estas%20winner%202024%20social%20square4.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Maximise your rental income in Croydon with expert landlord tips from Cray & Norton Estate Agent.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/landlord-tips-2026/est-061336</guid><pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/guild%20estas%20winner%202024%20social%20square4.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Croydon Estate Agent Guide: Mortgage Rates in 2026 &amp; What Buyers Need to Know</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-061327</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-061327"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/towfiqu-barbhuiya-05xccftozn4-unsplash.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Introduction: Why Mortgage Rates Matter in Croydon Right Now. 
If you are looking to buy, sell, or invest in property in Croydon, understanding the current UK mortgage market in 2026 is essential. Mortgage rates directly influence affordability, buyer demand, and property prices across South London — and Croydon is no exception.

As a leading Croydon estate agent, we are seeing a more active but highly price-sensitive market. Buyers are returning, but they are carefully assessing borrowing costs before committing.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/croydon-estate-agent-guide/est-061327</guid><pubDate>Mon, 11 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/towfiqu-barbhuiya-05xccftozn4-unsplash.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Independent vs Corporate Estate Agents in Croydon: What’s Better?</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-061334</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-061334"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/francesca-tosolini-thkjamco3qe-unsplash%20(1).jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>When selling your home in Croydon, one key decision is whether to choose an independent estate agent or a large corporate firm.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/independent-vs-corporate-estate-agents-in-croydon-whats-better/est-061334</guid><pubDate>Mon, 04 May 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/francesca-tosolini-thkjamco3qe-unsplash%20(1).jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Best Areas to Buy in Croydon (2026 Guide)</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/lotus-design-n-print-wrzbarqn3hs-unsplash%20(1).jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Croydon has become one of South London’s most talked-about property hotspots, offering a wide range of areas to suit different buyers.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/best-areas-to-buy-in-croydon-2026-guide-/est-060634</guid><pubDate>Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/lotus-design-n-print-wrzbarqn3hs-unsplash%20(1).jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Why Croydon (CR0) Is One of London’s Best Places to Rent in 2026</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/steven-ungermann-ydudt6tqqmi-unsplash.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Croydon (CR0) has rapidly become one of the most desirable rental locations in South London. With excellent transport links, ongoing regeneration, and comparatively affordable rents, it continues to attract professionals, families, and students alike.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-croydon-cr0-is-one-of-londons-best-places-to-rent-in-2026/est-060372</guid><pubDate>Thu, 16 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/steven-ungermann-ydudt6tqqmi-unsplash.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Croydon Property Market Update 2026: What Sellers Need to Know</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/add%20rd.jpeg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>The Croydon property market continues to evolve in 2026, with shifting buyer priorities and changing economic conditions shaping demand.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/what-sellers-need-to-know/est-060358</guid><pubDate>Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/add%20rd.jpeg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>Estate Agents in Addiscombe CR0: Why Local Expertise Matters</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/jason-dent-w3efhqxjkze-unsplash.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>Addiscombe is one of the most in-demand areas in Croydon, and choosing the right estate agent here can make a significant difference to your sale price and speed of transaction.]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/why-local-expertise-matters/est-060356</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/jason-dent-w3efhqxjkze-unsplash.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item><item><title>The Guild has won Best Agency Network for the fourth year running!</title><link>https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-061333</link><description><![CDATA[<a href="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-061333"><img src="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/esta.jpg" width="150" alt="" align="left" border="0"></a>The Guild has won Best Agency Network for the fourth year running!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="true">https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/news/the-guild-has-won-best-agency-network-for-the-fourth-year-running/est-061333</guid><pubDate>Mon, 21 Oct 2024 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure length="100" url="https://www.crayandnorton.co.uk/CMS/esta.jpg" type="image/jpg" /></item></channel></rss>