{"id":1039,"date":"2025-10-24T14:12:15","date_gmt":"2025-10-24T14:12:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/springbokproperties.co.uk\/blog\/?p=1039"},"modified":"2025-12-08T13:09:33","modified_gmt":"2025-12-08T13:09:33","slug":"why-the-new-home-buying-reforms-could-leave-some-sellers-behind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.springbokproperties.co.uk\/blog\/why-the-new-home-buying-reforms-could-leave-some-sellers-behind","title":{"rendered":"Why the new home buying reforms could leave some sellers behind"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The government\u2019s consultation on reforming the UK\u2019s home\u2011buying and selling system aims to \u2018provide a faster, more reliable system\u2019 where buyers have more information earlier, and fewer transactions fall through.<\/p>\n<p>But our latest research \u2013 featured in <em>Estate Agent Today<\/em> and other titles \u2013 raises a critical question; what about the homes that don\u2019t meet the \u2018standard\u2019 expectations?<\/p>\n<p>Many sellers find themselves in exactly that position.<\/p>\n<p>Whether it\u2019s a property with a leaky roof, legacy structural work, or an unusual title history, these homes are still valuable, still worth selling, but they don\u2019t always appeal to most buyers.<\/p>\n<p>Shepherd Ncube, Chief Executive of <a href=\"https:\/\/springbokproperties.co.uk\/\">Springbok Properties<\/a>, said: \u201cWhile greater transparency will undoubtedly help buyers make better-informed decisions, it also risks leaving some sellers stuck with homes that are far harder to shift.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Our research reveals:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>49% of home\u2011buyers said they would be deterred if a property had known issues disclosed upfront<\/li>\n<li>94% said they would offer below asking price if known issues were revealed<\/li>\n<li>Structural issues can devalue a property by as much as 20%<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This means that while more information is positive for transparency, it may delay, or even block, the sale of homes with issues.<\/p>\n<p>At <a href=\"https:\/\/springbokproperties.co.uk\/\">Springbok Properties<\/a> we have a clear position:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>We achieve fairness for all sellers<\/li>\n<li>We focus on solutions for properties in any condition, and for homeowners who need certainty<\/li>\n<li>We believe any reforms must be inclusive, recognising that the housing stock is varied and that one size does not fit all<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>What sellers can do now:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Recognise the potential impact of the changes. If your property has known issues, don\u2019t wait. Explore specialist routes early<\/li>\n<li>Ask for clarity: what disclosures will be required, what buyers may expect, and how your property may be perceived<\/li>\n<li>Consider alternatives: a guaranteed purchaser, a fast sale route, or a specialist partner can help avoid being \u2018caught out\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The bottom line is that change is coming, and whether your home is perfect or imperfect, being prepared gives you the best chance of a successful outcome.<\/p>\n<p>Here&#8217;s the link to the <em>Estate Agent Today <\/em>article in full: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.estateagenttoday.co.uk\/breaking-news\/2025\/10\/home-buying-reforms-vendors-may-struggle-with-problem-properties-warning\/\">https:\/\/www.estateagenttoday.co.uk\/breaking-news\/2025\/10\/home-buying-reforms-vendors-may-struggle-with-problem-properties-warning\/<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The government\u2019s consultation on reforming the UK\u2019s home\u2011buying and selling system aims to \u2018provide a faster, more reliable system\u2019 where buyers have more information earlier, and fewer transactions fall through. 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