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Read Full Bio >The 2025 Autumn Budget may have delivered some clarity for the UK property market, but for thousands of homeowners, the damage of previous months’ uncertainty will not be erased overnight.
When rumours swirled that the government might tax sales of main residences under Capital Gains Tax (CGT), many put their moves on hold, only to find their homes sat empty, enquiries dried up, and deals collapsed.
In a recent article for Estate Agent Networking, Springbok Properties’ CEO, Shepherd Ncube, spelled it out plainly:
“The rumours around Capital Gains Tax created hesitation throughout the market and delayed thousands of transactions… it is also fair to say that a great deal of damage has already been done by way of market stagnation.”
For many sellers, the months of waiting haven’t just meant a slow sale, it’s meant no sale at all.
Market stagnation has caused:
- Fewer viewings
- Lower buyer confidence
- Increased fall-throughs and deals collapsing
- Families stuck in homes they no longer want or need
Now that the government has confirmed the exemption for main residences, one major barrier has been removed. But if you’ve already been waiting months, the market may not bounce back immediately.
That’s where a more certain route becomes valuable.
At Springbok Properties we offer:
- Quick cash offers – no waiting for buyers or chains
- Certainty over timelines, fees, and process
- A fully managed stress-free service
If you’ve been stuck waiting, worrying, and wondering if you’ll ever sell, there is an alternative that doesn’t depend on market cycles or speculation.
Get in touch today to explore your options with confidence.
You can read the Estate Agent Networking article here: estateagentnetworking.co.uk/autumn-budget-2025-property-industry-reacts/
