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Which Hayes Homes Actually Sell, and Which Don’t

Since January 2020, 3,506 Hayes homes were listed for sale but never sold, with overpricing being the main culprit. Many Hayes homeowners were lured by inflated valuations, only to lose time, money and momentum. Read the article to find out why evidence backed valuation with no fluff or pressure.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

The 10 Year & 43 Week Hayes Itch That’s Driving Half of all Home Moves.

The 10 year & 43 week Hayes itch that’s driving half of all home moves Most homeowners feel it sooner than they expect, that gentle nudge that makes them wonder if their home still fits the life they’re living. Hayes' property market reveals fascinating patterns in how often people act on that feeling, and what that says about the area's rhythm of life. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Is it time we moved?” click the link to see how your own timing compares

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Why 3,656 Hayes Homeowners Tried to Move Since Covid… Yet never did. Here is why.

3,656 Hayes homeowners have tried to move since Covid… yet never did. Most started full of hope, but months later their homes sat unsold, victims of one thing: overvaluing. If you want to move, price for the market, not your dreams. The data proves it every time. Read the article here

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Why do 1 in 13.2 Hayes Home Sellers End up Reducing Their Asking Price?

Many Hayes homeowners begin with high hopes, only to find themselves cutting their price a few weeks later. With almost double the number of homes now on the market compared to 2022, getting your price right from the start has never mattered more. If you are thinking of selling in 2026, this piece explains exactly why smart pricing makes all the difference in today’s Hayes property market.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Hayes First-Time Buyers: It’s Tough, But Not as Tough as You Think

Hayes first time buyers. The newspaper headlines say it has never been tougher to get on the housing ladder, yet the numbers tell a different story. Yes, it is tough, but not as tough as you think

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Buying a Home in Hayes Feels Risky. Waiting is even riskier.

Hayes Home Buyers: The True Cost of Waiting Buying a home in Hayes can feel risky, but waiting is often far more expensive. We’ve done the hard work and looked at the past five years, comparing the pounds lost through renting versus the equity gained by buying in Hayes. The results speak for themselves … waiting costs you more than you think.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Hayes’ Property Saleability Secret: The Numbers Every Hayes Homeowner Must See

Hayes Property Saleability Secret: Why Some Hayes Homes Sell and Others Don’t. In Hayes, some homes sell quickly while others never quite get going. It is rarely down to luck, but to decisions about pricing and how the property is presented. The outcome often comes down to strategy, not chance.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Hayes Property Market Is it a buyers’ or sellers’ market?

Whether you are buying, selling, or simply curious about where the Hayes property market is heading, click the link to find out what type of property market we are in and see what it means for you

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Extend or Move in Hayes in 2025? A step-by-step guide for Hayes homeowners

Hayes Homeowners - Should you extend or move? In the last 5 years the price of building materials and labour has climbed sharply, making extensions costlier than many Hayes homeowners realise. What once seemed the straightforward answer to more space now needs a fresh look, as moving can sometimes make more sense. A step-by-step guide with local costings and house price achieved per square foot has been put together to help Hayes families weigh up both options.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes

Why are so many Hayes homes bought during the pandemic returning to the market?

Many Hayes homeowners who bought just after the pandemic in 2020 and 2021 are already putting their properties back on the market. Why is this happening? Read the article to find out how many Hayes homeowners are moving and what it means for you if you are thinking of selling or buying in Hayes.

Written by: Gurpreet Mahal Source: Simple Estate & Letting Agents in Hayes