Selling a family home is about more than moving, it’s about managing a transition with clarity, care and confidence. Here’s how to approach your move in early 2026 with less stress and more ease.

There are 243 homes across the UK named “Christmas Cottage”, each adding a festive note to the property map. From a £1.37m sale in Buckinghamshire to values sitting above the national average, these homes show that even a name can carry a seasonal premium and a story of its own.

If you’re planning to sell in early 2026, now is the time to understand the timeline, the preparation and the steps that will help you move smoothly from listing to completion.

A modern two-bedroom end terrace house located in a pleasant non estate cul-de-sac position, offering an airy open-plan lounge/diner, sleek fitted kitchen, bright interiors, and an enclosed garden with summer house. Energy-efficient features and stylish finishes create an inviting contemporary home.