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Read Full Bio >According to newly released data from Halifax, UK house prices climbed by 0.6% in October; the biggest monthly rise since January.
On paper, that’s a sign of growing stability.
But beneath the surface, many home sellers are still feeling the impact of market hesitation and stalled progress.
Springbok Properties’ CEO Shepherd Ncube was recently featured in Property Reporter and other industry publications, offering a cautionary take: “While the latest data shows small but positive steps for the market, the reality on the ground remains far more testing for sellers. Market hesitation is rife, and while buyer confidence is slowly returning, we’re still seeing extended timelines and fall-throughs. For those who need to sell sooner rather than later, there are other options.”
So, what’s really happening behind the numbers?
While national house price data suggests stability, many homeowners are still experiencing:
- Low enquiry levels
- Long marketing periods
- Unexpected delays with agents, chains or buyers
- Rising anxiety about whether they’ll complete in time for life events (moves, probate, divorce, debt resolution, etc.)
This mismatch between national averages and real-world outcomes is exactly why many sellers are considering alternative solutions.
For some, the decision to list is a proactive choice. For others, it’s driven by necessity.
When your timeline is tight, you can’t afford to wait three or four months to find the right buyer, or risk your sale collapsing entirely.
That’s where fully managed, faster solutions like Springbok’s model come into play.
We work with sellers who need:
- Completion within 7–21 days
- No estate agents, fees, or viewings
- A trusted process backed by over 17,000 completed sales
Final thoughts
Market recovery is important, and welcomed, but it doesn’t solve the immediate problems some sellers face. Whether you’re downsizing, relocating, navigating probate, or just trying to move before Christmas, the best strategy is the one that works for you.
If you’re unsure how to move forward, we’re here to help.
Here’s the link to the Property Reporter article: https://www.propertyreporter.co.uk/uk-house-prices-climb-at-fastest-rate-since-january-halifax.html
