Why Is Buying a House SUCH a Nightmare? (And How the Government Wants to Fix It)

Buying a house in England is famously one of the most stressful processes in the world — no real commitment from either side until the very last minute, surprise gazumping, and estate agents with zero formal qualifications. In this episode of Skint, Connie and Mik dig into the government's proposed overhaul of the home-buying system.Sales packs: sellers disclose chain position, covenants, leasehold/freehold status and planning history before a property is even listedEarlier commitment: moving toward binding agreements sooner in the process, as seen in France and ScotlandDigital property records: what's changing and the security questions still being worked outProfessionalising estate agents: from a non-mandatory code of practice to future qualificationsStamp duty pain: now over 10% on properties above £1m, and how it's stalled the market and killed off quick property flipsWhether you're buying, selling, or just skint and curious, this one's for you.