And they’re off!
For those who have decided that 2026 is the year to move, the journey often begins with a clear first step: identifying the right home to buy – and, in most cases, securing a buyer for your existing property. Beyond that initial milestone, the path unfolds into a series of intricate considerations: mortgages, surveys, contracts, chains, timing, schools …and sometimes the occasional unforeseen setback. These are significant matters, which is why approaching a move as a carefully considered process, rather than a hurried transaction, is always the wiser approach.
Time is a valuable ally.
“Treat the move as a project unfolding over months rather than days,” says Daniel Nash. “This creates space to reflect, to weigh options carefully, and ultimately to make considered decisions,” he continues. “Of course, time also allows opportunity to present itself: a property that feels almost-right today may reveal itself as a more perfect fit tomorrow”.
Above all, perspective is essential. The perfect ten-out-of-ten property is a unicorn. A nine-out-of-ten is impressive but often elusive. Yet a seven or eight-out-of-ten in the right location, with solid foundations and the potential to evolve, can become something extraordinary – and often within reach for most buyers.
Markets move, as do personal circumstances. Buying or selling a home should be an exciting milestone, not a source of constant anxiety. With careful planning, considered pacing, and expert guidance, it can be precisely that. Confidence is not innate; it is cultivated, and a skilled estate agent is a guide through every step of the journey.
Whatever 2026 may bring, we hope it brings positive change. At Nash, we are ready to assist – calmly, attentively and with experience and enthusiasm – as you begin the next chapter of your home story.