Pricing in January can make or break your 2026 sale. This article explains why early year pricing works differently, how buyers behave at the start of the year and what smart sellers do to create competition rather than price cuts.

Lower fees, more control, fewer commitments. But what many landlords don’t realise is how much responsibility still sits with them. Over time, small gaps in management quietly turn into stress, cost and risk — usually when it’s least convenient.

ightmove’s latest House Price Index shows a remarkable start to 2026 with asking prices rising faster than they have for years. In this article we break down what the data means for buyers and sellers right now — and what you need to know before making your move.

Buyer demand does not suddenly appear in spring. It starts right now. In this article we break down where serious buyers are in January 2026, why early demand creates stronger pricing and how sellers who move first gain a real negotiation edge before the market becomes crowded.