Common questions answered

About our offer

How much will you offer for my property?

We offer between 80 and 85 percent of our assessed open market value. We explain exactly how we arrived at the figure. The offer reflects the certainty and speed we provide: no estate agent fees, no solicitor costs, no chain risk.

How do you calculate your offer?

We assess the local market using recent sold prices for comparable properties nearby, then apply our standard offer range. We share our reasoning with you. There is no mystery to the calculation.

Will your offer change after I accept it?

No. Once we have made a formal written offer and you have accepted it, the price is fixed until completion. We do not reduce offers at a late stage.

Do you negotiate?

Our offers are based on a genuine market assessment, not an inflated starting point that we then negotiate down. We will explain how we arrived at the figure. If you have comparable evidence that suggests a different value, we are happy to discuss it.

Why is the offer below market value?

The discount reflects what we provide in return: a guaranteed buyer with no chain, no mortgage conditions, solicitor costs covered, and a completion date you choose.

For sellers where those factors matter, whether financial pressure, a complex property, or a previous fall-through, the overall outcome is often better than a higher headline price that takes six months and may not complete.

The process

How quickly can you complete?

In straightforward cases, within seven days of offer acceptance. Most completions happen within two to four weeks. If you need longer, we work to your timeline.

What happens after I submit the form?

One of our team calls you, usually within a few hours. We discuss your property and situation briefly, then arrange to view the property. After viewing, we make a written offer within 24 to 48 hours.

Do I need to do anything to prepare the property?

No. We buy properties in any condition. You do not need to clean, repair, redecorate, or remove any contents before we view. We see the property as it is.

What happens on completion day?

Your solicitor receives the sale proceeds from us. Any outstanding mortgage is redeemed. The remaining balance is transferred to your bank account. The property legally transfers to us. You hand over the keys.

Can I change my mind after accepting the offer?

Before exchange of contracts, you can withdraw from the sale without any penalty. Once contracts have been exchanged, both parties are legally committed. We will be clear about when exchange happens.

About us

Are you genuine cash buyers?

Yes. We buy property using our own funds. We do not rely on mortgage finance, which means no lender conditions, no survey requirements from a lender, and no risk of an offer being withdrawn.

Who is behind South Yorkshire Property Buyers?

South Yorkshire Property Buyers is a trading name of Bullseye Properties Ltd, registered in England and Wales (Company No. 14869608). We are a South Yorkshire-based business, not a national call centre.

What areas do you cover?

We cover South Yorkshire: Sheffield, Rotherham, Doncaster, and Barnsley. We also buy in surrounding areas including Chesterfield, Worksop, Retford, Gainsborough, and Mansfield.

How do I know you will not reduce the offer at the last minute?

Our formal written offer is the price we intend to complete at. We are a local business and our reputation depends on doing what we say. We do not make offers we do not intend to honour.

Do you charge any fees?

No. There are no fees to you as the seller. We cover your solicitor costs via our panel solicitors. There are no estate agent fees, no survey fees, and no administration charges.

Your property

Do you buy properties in poor condition?

Yes. We buy properties that need significant repair, refurbishment, or renovation. Condition is not a barrier.

Do you buy tenanted properties?

Yes. We buy properties with sitting tenants in situ. You do not need to serve notice or wait for the tenant to leave.

Do you buy probate properties?

Yes. We work with executors and probate solicitors regularly. We can exchange contracts before the Grant of Probate is issued, with completion conditional on the Grant arriving, and complete within days of it being granted.

Do you buy properties with Japanese knotweed?

Yes. We are not constrained by mortgage lender requirements, so knotweed is not an automatic barrier. We assess the property on its overall merits and price accordingly.

Do you buy properties with subsidence?

Yes. We buy properties with active or remediated subsidence, including properties affected by mining subsidence in South Yorkshire's former coalfield areas.

Do you buy flats and leasehold properties?

Generally yes. We typically require a minimum of 70 years remaining on the lease, though short leases can be discussed. We also consider any service charge or ground rent factors before making an offer.

After the sale

What are my tax obligations after selling?

Please note: taxes including Capital Gains Tax remain the seller's responsibility. If you are selling a property that is not your primary residence, such as an investment property, a second home, or an inherited property, you may have a CGT liability. We recommend seeking independent tax advice before completing the sale.

Can you help if my solicitor is slow?

Our panel solicitors are experienced in fast transactions and are used to working to tight timescales. If you are using your own solicitor, we work closely with them to keep the process moving.

What happens to the contents of the property?

Any contents you wish to leave can be discussed at the point of offer. We can include removal costs in the deal in some circumstances if agreed upfront.

Do you buy buy-to-let properties and portfolios?

Yes. We buy individual buy-to-let properties and whole portfolios. If you have multiple properties you want to sell together, we can make one offer covering the full portfolio.

What if I have already had a sale fall through?

A previous fall-through does not affect our offer or process. We are not a chain buyer and do not rely on another buyer completing. The risks that caused your previous sale to fall through generally do not apply to us.