Structural or repair issues
Roofing, damp, subsidence concerns and refurbishment needs can be disclosed to buyers assessing a project.
The Property Auction People
Can I sell a problem property?
Yes, you can sell a property that needs work.
As a family-run, regulated auction company, we have over 18 years’ experience and more than 1,800 successful property sales. We’re here to help you sell your difficult-to-sell property with complete confidence.
Even a difficult-to-sell property may have options worth exploring.
✓ No upfront costs✓ No obligation✓ Real people, 7 days
- No lengthy tie-ins
- Your choice to proceed
- 10-day auction
- No upfront costs
- Choose your reserve
- You're in control
Did you know?
You can sell a problem property.
Damp, repairs, a short lease or a failed sale need not rule out an auction. We can explain the options and help you reach suitable buyers. Find out how →
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About Henry Sykes
A more personal way to sell your property.
Henry Sykes is a family-run team specialising in properties that don’t always fit the traditional estate agency model — from tenanted homes to empty and difficult-to-sell properties.
We explain your options clearly, help you understand the auction process and guide you through each step without unnecessary pressure.
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Helpful tools · No obligation
Explore your selling options.
Describe your property or explore the cost of waiting. Both tools help you consider your next step, without obligation.
What kind of property are you looking to sell?
Choose once to tailor both tools. Changing your selection resets the questionnaire and the example calculator figures.
Select a tool to open it below. No sign-up required to explore.
PROPERTY SELLING OPTIONS CHECKER
Could an auction work for your property?
Answer four quick questions about your property. We’ll organise your answers so you can speak with our team if you wish.
Property type
Question 1 of 4About 1–2 minutes
An information-gathering checker, not a valuation, legal advice or guarantee of sale. Your answers are included only if you choose to prepare an enquiry.
COST OF WAITING CALCULATOR
What's your property costing you each month?
Start with illustrative amounts, then adjust them to your actual bills. The totals update instantly.
Property type
Council tax and utilities will remain unestimated until you choose an occupancy type. Check who is liable for the actual bills.
per month including any selected premium. Premiums are set by your local council and exceptions may apply, including some properties actively marketed for sale. Check the rules ↗
Selling with tenants? We have assumed the tenant pays council tax and utilities. Enter the actual rent you receive to see a net position. Until then, the result shows costs before rental income.
Estimated monthly net position£389
3 months£1,167
6 months£2,334
12 months£4,668
On these figures, rent exceeds the costs entered. The result is a potential monthly surplus, not a holding cost.
Illustrations, not national averages. Council tax starts at roughly £199 per month (England 2026–27 average Band D); other amounts are examples, not quoted typical premiums or bills. Empty-property premiums, exemptions and rental income vary. Council-tax source ↗
Selling problem and difficult properties
Specialist support for properties that are hard to sell
Some properties fall outside the criteria of traditional mortgage buyers. We can explore a route to informed purchasers who understand the work or complexity involved.
Leasehold complications
Short leases or unusual lease arrangements may still be considered by investors familiar with extension costs and risks.
Sales that have fallen through
If a previous buyer withdrew after a survey or mortgage issue, auction may be worth considering.
Six reasons to talk to us
Your options. Your property. Your call.
Six good reasons to have a conversation with Henry Sykes. Select any card to find out more.
Our Services
Which sounds like yours?
A clear route to completion.
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Instruct to sell
Agree the plan and your reserve price.
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Marketing begins
Your property goes live nationally on all our platforms.
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10-day auction
Buyers view, enquire and bid.
Family-run. Regulated. Experienced.
- 18+
- years helping property sellers
- 1,800+
- completed transactions
- 99%
- certainty of sale completion
- 7 days
- a week, real people
As a family-run, regulated auction company, we’ve spent over 18 years helping clients sell property successfully, completing more than 1,800 transactions. While others rely on chatbots and automation, we provide genuine personal service from experienced property professionals, available 9am–9pm, seven days a week. Our process is simple, transparent and efficient, keeping you informed every step of the way.
Experience, integrity and personal service — as property sales should be.
Property seller stories
They moved on. So can you.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about difficult-to-sell property.
Can I sell a house with structural problems?
Possibly. Buyers must be made aware of known defects and have the opportunity to assess the risks.
Will you sell a property with a short lease?
Short-lease properties can attract specialist buyers. The remaining term and legal documentation should be disclosed clearly.
Do I need to repair the property before auction?
Not necessarily. We can discuss marketing the property in its current condition.
What if my last sale fell through?
Explain what happened and provide any relevant survey or legal information so we can assess suitable options.
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