Folklore or Fact, is Easter the best time to sell?


As calls grow louder to abolish stamp duty, many believe the tax is creating unnecessary barriers for buyers and slowing the UK property market. With affordability already under pressure, industry experts argue meaningful reform could help unlock greater movement, accessibility and confidence across the housing sector.
If you are thinking about moving in the next 6 to 12 months, a market appraisal is often the best first step. It gives you a clearer view of value, timing and buyer demand, helping you plan with more confidence in a competitive 2026 market.
To support Mental Health Awareness Week, Colin MacLean from Amos Estates has transformed a bench at Thundersley Common into a quiet place for reflection and encouragement. Featuring the message “Sit Here, Breathe, Reset,” the initiative highlights the importance of wellbeing, kindness and taking time to pause in nature.
Stamp duty is once again under the spotlight, with growing calls for a system that better reflects regional house prices. As affordability pressures continue, especially in the South East, proposals for change could reshape how much buyers pay and how the property market moves in the future.