Should I stay or should I go?

How to Decide Whether 2026 is the Right Year to Move

There’s a moment almost every homeowner reaches - a quiet thought that becomes louder over time:

“Is this still the right home for us?”

It’s a big question, and not one to rush. Because choosing whether to move isn’t just about square footage, timelines, or the 2026 property market. It’s about something deeper.

Homes hold our memories.

They witness birthdays, Christmas mornings, first steps, family arguments, reconciliations, muddy shoes in the hallway, pets on the sofa, ordinary days and the extraordinary ones.

So when you start wondering whether it’s time for a change, it’s natural to feel torn. You’re not just weighing up mortgages and logistics - you’re balancing your head and your heart.

You may be craving more space or a different lifestyle, yet still feel a pull toward the walls that have held your life so far.

If you’re feeling unsure, you’re not alone - and you’re not doing anything wrong. It simply means this decision matters. And like all meaningful decisions, it deserves clarity.

That’s exactly why we’ve created our new “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” 2026 Home-Moving Decision Guide - to help you make this choice with confidence rather than confusion.

1. Understanding what your home needs to give you now

Often the first step is simply noticing how your current home feels.

You might be:

feeling short on space,
longing for a home office,
dreaming of a bigger garden,
wishing for a better layout,
or realising the home no longer suits your daily rhythm.

But the question isn’t just “Does this house work?” It’s also “Could it work with a little help?”

Sometimes a simple refresh or reconfiguration solves the problem - other times, it highlights that a move could genuinely improve quality of life.

2. Looking at the 2026 market with fresh eyes

The 2026 property landscape is shaping up to be especially positive for sellers, particularly family homes across Surrey. But market timing is only one part of the decision.

What really matters is aligning:

what you want,
what you need,
and what the market is doing in your local area.

You don’t need to be an expert - just informed enough to make the right call.(We break this down more clearly inside the guide.)

3. Improve or move? Small clues that can help you decide

If you’re feeling stuck, here’s a simple early test:

When you imagine improving your home, do you feel excited?
Or do you feel like you’re delaying the inevitable move?

Likewise:

When you picture moving, do you feel stressed and heavy?
Or do you feel relieved… maybe even inspired?

Those subtle emotional cues often point toward the right direction.

4. If moving might be on the horizon, preparation pays off

Even if you’re not ready to put your home on the market today, a little preparation now can make a huge difference later. Refreshing light, tackling small repairs, or improving kerb appeal all help you enjoy your home more if you stay and increase your sale price if you go.

And if you're already on the market with little activity, a small strategic reset can completely change momentum - but you don’t need to figure that out alone.

So… what’s the right choice for 2026?

There isn’t a universal answer. But there is a clear, practical process to help you reach the right decision - one that balances the emotional and the logical, the heart and the head.

To support you through that process, we’ve created a comprehensive, easy-to-follow resource: