Property Review - February 2026
Thank you Howard Davis for writing this article. Howard is Managing Directory of Howard Independent East Agents.
We have reached February, the month of romance.
Most of us are looking for something in February – a dozen roses for under a hundred pounds, warm clothes, a summer holiday in the sun to look forward to and even a new relationship.
It is the time of year when we might look for a meaningful partner, one who will protect and sustain us and be there for us come what may. Some cynics will say that if you want all those things, you should buy a puppy. But we say buy a property.
February is the time to take finding a home seriously. They come in all types: the strong and the silent, the loud, glamorous, or dashing, the cheeky, the refined, the understated and the sensible. The great thing is there is a property for most tastes and requirements.
So where do you go to find this new romance? To an estate agent of course! Meet one of these matchmakers, and he or she will delight in introducing you to your perfect property.
It may not happen at once. After all, finding the perfect home is a bit like finding the perfect romantic partner. Both are wonderful to have but tricky to locate.
Will the state of the economy, the state of the world or the winter blues stop love this February? Of course they will not. So do not let them get in your way when finding your perfect home.
It is hard to think of a better time over the past few years for first time buyers. Also, this is the right month for families to think about moving for children’s schooling later in the year, and downsizers are discovering a new surge of available superb urban and rural options. Affordability is improving and many of our sellers are highly motivated. February is a great month to find a home so jump into the market and fall in love with your next home – before someone else does.
Happy Valentine’s Day.
