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Read Full Bio >As the Autumn Budget approaches, many homeowners find themselves asking a common question: ‘Should I sell my home now, or wait to see what the Budget brings?’
This month, Springbok Properties CEO Shepherd Ncube was featured in The Independent to provide expert insight into how market psychology shifts during Budget season, and why the answer isn’t ‘one-size-fits-all’.
“For those who need to sell, the challenge is that waiting for certainty [around Budgets] could mean selling for less. For those who can afford to wait, history suggests the market does recover once the dust settles, but not everyone has that luxury.”
What does the Autumn Budget really change for home sellers?
The Budget often impacts buyers more than sellers, especially when it includes announcements around tax, inflation, interest rates, or incentives for specific buyer groups (like first-time buyers).
That uncertainty in the period just before a Budget can slow demand temporarily while people ‘wait and see’.
But for many sellers, time isn’t a luxury. Some need to relocate for family or work. Some are navigating probate or separation. Some simply want to move before the year ends.
Waiting for the market to ‘settle’ could mean missing the opportunity entirely, or watching your buyer fall through.
Should I wait to sell or act now?
It depends on your circumstances. If you can wait, and you’re not under pressure, there’s merit in observing how the market reacts to the Budget.
But if you’re on a tight deadline, certainty and control matter more than marginal gains.
At Springbok, we help homeowners:
- Receive a free cash offer in 24 hours
- Complete in 7–21 days
- Move forward without agents, boards, or months of waiting
Whether you’re considering selling now or just exploring options, we’re here to help you weigh up what matters most to you.
You can read the full coverage here, including our data on the impact to house prices after the previous seven major fiscal statements:
https://www.the-independent.com/money/property-market-selling-buying-home-budget-b2865157.html
