Help to Buy Ending? Here’s How to Get a RICS Valuation That’s Accepted

If you bought your home with a Help to Buy equity loan, you’ll need a RICS valuation when it comes time to repay, remortgage or sell. Sounds simple but not all valuations are created equal.

Here at Nuven, we’ve helped hundreds of homeowners navigate this exact process, so we wanted to share the essentials, answer your FAQs, and give you the confidence to get moving.

Help to Buy loans were based on a percentage of your home’s value, not a fixed figure. So when you repay (either in full or part), the government needs to know what your property is worth today. That’s where a RICS valuation comes in.

It’s the only type of valuation Homes England will accept. It must:

• Be carried out by a RICS Registered Firm and Valuer
• Include clear evidence comparable local sales
• Be on headed paper, signed and dated

We’ve seen cases where people have wasted time and money on reports that don’t meet the criteria, so it’s worth getting it right first time.

Your RICS valuation is only valid for 3 months. If the process takes longer (for example, your redemption doesn’t go through in time), you’ll need a desktop update or fresh visit to renew it.

At Nuven, we keep your report on file and can provide a revaluation quickly if needed, often within 24–48 hours.

We’re always upfront about this. A standard Help to Buy valuation with Nuven starts at £395 including VAT, though it may vary depending on the location and complexity of the property. We’ll confirm the price before booking, no surprises.

We also include any admin support you need for submitting the valuation to your Help to Buy agent.

Unlike big, faceless firms, we pride ourselves on being responsive, clear and honest. If we spot anything during the visit that might impact your valuation, we’ll let you know straight away—and we’ll always explain the reasoning behind the figure.

We know this isn’t just paperwork, it’s often the final hurdle before you move, remortgage, or finally own your home outright. That’s why we turn fully compliant reports around fast, keep the language simple, and support you through the process.

We can book you in within a few days and get the report back within 48 hours of the inspection.