The striking of Big Ben at midnight on 1st January ushers in a new year and inspires many to commit to positive life changes. Yeah, we know for many people, the New Year, New You theme has you switching off immediately.

Have you decided to make a few changes in 2024? Vowed to get fit, work less or take up a new hobby? Well, if you’re a landlord, why not make a few property-related resolutions too?

If moving could be on the cards for you next year, now’s the time to set some goals to help turn your property dreams into a reality. Perhaps you’re feeling squeezed in your current home and want more room. Or maybe you’re an empty nester rattling around a place that’s too big for your needs and costly to heat.

Are you playing host to family and friends at home in Flintshire this year? If so, why not make this most wonderful time of the year a little less wasteful? By following a few simple steps, you can eat, drink and be merry – and kinder to the environment.

There’s no doubt that 2023 was challenging for the private rental sector, but looking ahead, landlords have plenty of reasons to be cheerful. While no one knows precisely what will happen in 2024, economists believe interest rates and inflation have peaked, and that the economy will continue to rally.

What do Oxford Street in London’s West End, Salerno in Italy and Dyker Heights in Brooklyn have in common? If you’ve answered this question correctly, you’re clearly a fan of festive cheer. These locations are renowned for their spectacular Christmas lights displays.

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Here at Keystone we have been using drones for a while and they have added a whole new dimension to our property videos. If an Agent isn't using a drone they are in serious danger of being left behind!

The Danes are a contented bunch, with the nation regularly topping global happiness surveys (yes, they really are a thing). This year, for example, Denmark finished second in the World Happiness Report, while the Brits languished back in 19th place.

Landlords are often portrayed as Grinch-like characters. Devoid of fun, lacking humanity and relentlessly greedy. In our experience, working with dozens of landlords across Flintshire, this Scrooge stereotype simply isn’t true.

If you’re mulling over a move next year, you’ve probably thought of many scenarios, dreams and potential headaches.

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