Sales

Many Cheadle homeowners are already looking ahead to moving in 2026, and the most successful sales will come from early preparation. From getting paperwork organised to planning presentation and timing, small steps taken now can make a big difference when the market becomes busier after the New Year.

Birdnesting has been back in the press this year, thanks to an unlikely source. When the then Deputy Leader of the Labour party was caught not paying enough stamp duty, it was her birdnesting status that caught her out.

Is your home still on the market after eight weeks? You may already be losing buyers, momentum and value. Rightmove data shows 52 percent of properties stuck over eight weeks never sell with their first agent. In a cautious market with rising stock levels, doing nothing isn’t a strategy. Discover why your listing has stalled and how a New Year relaunch could transform your sale.

In the UK, the school admission process involves a parent or caregiver having a permanent, valid address and many families will pre-empt this requirement by moving to improve their chances of getting a place at their favoured school.

The latest Cheadle Property Market update, reveals how our local market is performing as we head into winter, what it means for your home’s value and the outlook for 2026. Whether you’re preparing to sell soon or just keeping an eye on the market, this month’s update gives you the facts, figures and insights you need to make confident decisions and the right time to sell your home.

Will 2026 be the Right Time to Sell? Here’s what the headlines aren’t telling you! The property market is shifting — but not in the way most people think. Find out what’s really driving local sales this year and how to turn the change to your advantage if you are planning a move in 2026. 

The Government has just launched two consultations on how it could change the property buying and selling process in England and Wales. It has acknowledged that the process is too slow, too costly and too fragile. 

New analysis has revealed an interesting shift in the purchasing habits of first-time buyers. Instead of buying a traditional starter home – a studio, a one-bedroom flat or a small terraced house – Barclays found a third of first-timer purchases are semi-detached homes.

Earlier this year, Aviva published the results of its survey on how we use our garages. Of those UK garage owners questioned, 28% said they hardly ever used their garage to park their car. 

Buying or selling a home in 2025? Don’t get caught out by hidden survey costs. From lender’s valuations to full structural surveys, here’s what each type covers, how much they cost, and why understanding them could save you thousands — whether you’re moving into your dream home or preparing to sell.

If your property has been sitting on Rightmove or Zoopla with little more than the occasional viewing and a handful of low offers, you’re not alone. Across the UK, sellers are realising that time on the market kills momentum—and the single biggest culprit isn’t presentation, marketing, or even location - It’s price.

And just like that, the seasons have changed. Meteorological summer officially ended on 31st August and wet, windy weather moved in without hesitation. While we’re keeping everything crossed for a return to calmer, drier conditions, there’s no escaping that autumn is here.