Thinking about selling your home this year? You’re not alone. Loads of people are wondering if 2026 is the right time. Let me walk you through five big signs that say “yes, now’s your moment.”
1. House Prices Are Still Strong
Right now, house prices in the North East are holding steady. That’s good news if you’re selling.
Why does this matter? Well, when prices are high and stable, you get more money. Simple as that. But here’s the thing… nobody knows how long this will last.
Key points:
- Prices haven’t crashed (yet)
- Buyers are still out there looking
- Your home’s value is probably at a decent level
Think of it like selling your car. You wouldn’t wait until it’s falling apart, right?
2. Interest Rates Might Change
The Bank of England keeps shifting rates around. Sometimes up. Sometimes down. It’s a bit of a rollercoaster, honestly.
Higher rates mean fewer buyers can afford mortgages. That’s just how it works. So if rates go up again, your pool of buyers shrinks.
| Interest Rate | What It Means for Sellers |
| Low rates | More buyers can afford homes |
| High rates | Fewer people looking to buy |
| Rising rates | Time’s running out to sell |
Selling before another rate hike? That could be smart.
3. Your Life Situation Has Changed
Sometimes it’s not about the market. It’s about you.
Maybe you need a bigger place. Or a smaller one. Perhaps you’re moving for work. Or you just fancy a change of scenery.
Common reasons to sell:
- Growing family (baby on the way?)
- Downsizing after kids move out
- New job in another city
- Want to be closer to family
- House feels too big or too small now
Life doesn’t wait for the “perfect” market. And that’s okay.
4. Maintenance Costs Keep Climbing
Old boiler acting up again? Roof looking dodgy? These repairs add up fast.
Here’s something many homeowners don’t think about: if your house needs lots of work, selling now might save you thousands. Every month you wait, something else could break.
At Sell House North East, we buy homes in any condition. No need to fix that leaky tap or repaint the bedroom. We handle it.
Signs your home’s costing too much:
- Heating bills through the roof
- Something breaks every other month
- You’re dreading the next repair call
- You’ve got a mental list of “things to fix”
5. The Quick Sale Option Is Available
Sometimes you just need out. Fast.
Traditional selling takes ages. Months, even. Estate agents, viewings, chains falling through… it’s exhausting. But there’s another way.
Quick sale companies can close in weeks, not months. Yes, really.
Benefits of a quick sale:
- No estate agent fees (save thousands)
- No viewings or open houses
- Sell as-is (no cleaning or repairs)
- Cash offer within days
- Complete in 2-4 weeks typically
It’s not for everyone. But if you’re in a hurry? It’s brilliant.
Making Your Decision
Look, nobody can tell you the exact perfect moment to sell. That’s just life.
But if several of these signs sound familiar, 2026 might be your year. The market’s decent. Options exist. And waiting around rarely makes things easier.
Whatever you decide, make sure it works for YOUR situation. Not your neighbour’s. Not some expert’s prediction. Yours.
Ready to Sell?
Call Sell House North East at 01642 088037.
We’ll give you a straight answer about your options. No pressure. No nonsense. Just honest advice about selling your home in 2026.
Sometimes the best time to sell is simply when you’re ready.