After a subdued end to 2025, the first quarter of 2026 has quietly rebuilt confidence in the housing market. March may be the strategic launch point sellers have been waiting for.

The way people aged 55 to 64 live today tells a much bigger story than you might expect. Beneath the headline figures lies a quiet shift in homeownership, mortgages and renting that has been decades in the making. To see what’s really changed, and why it matters, read on.

April is a good time for buyers to focus on readiness rather than guesswork. In a market where choice has improved but confidence remains mixed, being organised can make all the difference when the right home comes along.

If you step back, a familiar pattern emerges. We rent when young, buy as life settles, and often own outright later on. Yet it’s not the same for everyone, with more people renting into later life. Property reflects life stages, choices and timing. To learn more, click the link and read on.