One in Three Sales Fall Through – Don’t Let Yours Be One of Them
You’ve found a buyer. The offer’s been accepted. The champagne’s on ice… and then it happens.
They pull out.
No warning. No explanation. No compensation.
Just weeks of wasted time, mounting legal fees, and your dream move in tatters.
Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
In the UK, it’s estimated that one in every three agreed house sales collapses before completion — often for reasons totally out of your control.
- The buyer gets cold feet
- Their mortgage falls through
- They find another property
- Or they simply vanish
At Nicholson’s, we think that’s unacceptable.
So we did something about it.
Introducing SecureMove: Real Commitment, Less Risk
SecureMove is a reservation agreement service designed to protect both sellers and buyers from fall-through heartbreak. It turns a handshake and a “subject to contract” into something more secure, more binding, and far less risky.
When both parties sign a SecureMove agreement, they’re legally committing to the transaction — with a financial penalty if they pull out for no good reason.
No more half-hearted offers. No more "we’ve changed our minds."
Just genuine, motivated buyers — and peace of mind for you.
What Could a Fall-Through Cost You?
The average fall-through doesn’t just cost time — it can cost you thousands.
Solicitor fees. Survey costs. Re-listing expenses. Lost onward purchases.
And let’s not forget the emotional toll:
- Stress.
- Uncertainty.
- The feeling of starting all over again.
SecureMove helps stop the chain from breaking.
It keeps everyone committed and moving forward.
How SecureMove Works
✅ Both buyer and seller sign a legally binding reservation agreement
✅ A small financial commitment is made by each party
✅ If either side pulls out without good reason, the other is compensated
✅ If the sale completes as expected — nothing more to pay
Simple. Fair. Effective.
We Believe in Better
At Nicholson’s, we know how much your move means to you. That’s why we don’t just market homes — we protect them. From stunning photography and expert advice to services like SecureMove, we go further to get you safely from “For Sale” to “Sold”.
So if you're serious about moving, and serious about not being messed around — ask us about SecureMove.
📞 Call us today on 01777 808777
📍 Or pop into our Retford office for a friendly, no-pressure chat.
