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Freshen Up Your Home for Spring

Freshen Up Your Home for Spring

  Spring is blooming soon! Give your space a new feel and update your home for the new season. We found simple spring decorating ideas from these lovely homes to inspire you. (Spoiler: No bunnies!)     Time to update your coffee table decor It’s the...

A Quick Guide to Real Estate Transaction Fees

A Quick Guide to Real Estate Transaction Fees

Wondering who pays what between the buyer and seller in a real estate transaction? This infographic from NestBend.com might help you have a good bird’s eye view and a better understanding of what the fees are in a real estate transaction. We recommend that you...

Things to Get Rid of Right Now, Room by Room

Things to Get Rid of Right Now, Room by Room

“Your home is a living space, not a storage space.” - Francine Jay, Author of The Joy of Less and Lightly. Less is now the new more. It's time to lighten the load in your home! Consider getting rid of the following and declutter your home one room at a time. Home...

Reasons Sellers Need a Real Estate Agent

Reasons Sellers Need a Real Estate Agent

One shouldn’t treat a broken bone without seeking help from a doctor. And in order to sell your San Diego County home for top dollar, finding the right real estate agent to partner with is the first step and one that should not be taken lightly. A good real estate...

Important Factors to Consider in Real Estate Investing

Important Factors to Consider in Real Estate Investing

Got extra cash lying around and thinking of the best way to grow it? Consider income property. Real estate investing can be lucrative and fulfilling when done right. To help you make a more sound decision and here are some important factors to consider before entering...

Smart Kitchen Tools to Improve Your Cooking

Smart Kitchen Tools to Improve Your Cooking

We live in a very exciting time right now. Smart technology gets better through time and it’s great that we experience its perks in our daily lives and that includes improvements in our kitchen. We’ve got all sorts of things from an automatic stirrer to a fridge that...

First-Time Buyer Vocabulary: Cheat Sheet

First-Time Buyer Vocabulary: Cheat Sheet

  Buying a home is an exciting milestone. The process can be overwhelming in itself, but sometimes you can get lost with the real estate terminologies. Don't get caught saying, “What does it mean?” during a home purchase transaction. Here are words home buyers...

5 Things Sellers Must Do Before Calling a Real Estate Agent

5 Things Sellers Must Do Before Calling a Real Estate Agent

Are you thinking of putting your home on the market? If you are determined to sell your home, it’s a good idea to spend some time preparing it before listing it. And, hiring an experienced real estate agent will be the best decision for you in making the process...

Loan Programs to Assist Downpayment

Loan Programs to Assist Downpayment

Do you want to buy a home but you don’t have enough money saved for the down payment yet? Good news for you – here are 3 of the most common buyer-assist programs you can look into that make it easier to purchase a home in California.   Loan Programs to Assist...

VA Home Loan Advantages

VA Home Loan Advantages

One in every ten adults in San Diego County is a veteran of military service. Veterans home loans can help Veterans, service members, and their survivors to buy, build, improve, or refinance a home. You’ll still need to have the required credit and income for the loan...

Stylish Ways of Hiding the Ugly Stuff Inside Your Home

Stylish Ways of Hiding the Ugly Stuff Inside Your Home

Cords, thermostats, routers, plumbing, and pet items are all functional but don’t look that great in the open. Look, you don’t have to redo your home or make any drastic changes — we will share some cheap and creative solutions for this. Feel free to copy these quick...

Money Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home

Money Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home

Are you planning to buy a home? Set yourself up for success by preparing and maintaining excellent financial health. Here are the three biggest money mistakes to avoid while you're in the process of purchasing a home. Making Big Purchases If you just bought a car or...

Timeless Kitchen Accents for Every Kitchen Style

Timeless Kitchen Accents for Every Kitchen Style

“Trends, I hate that word because it gives people the excuse to keep making rash, sometimes expensive changes to their homes, only to regret it or tire of it in a few years’ time,” says Helen Parker, creative director of deVOL, the UK-based manufacturer of...

Fall Is the Most Beautiful Season —Here’s Proof

Fall Is the Most Beautiful Season —Here’s Proof

Colder air, warm surroundings — fall has finally come and we’re totally here for it. Some people are busy dressing up their homes to match this lovely season. Take a look at some of our favorite home fall inspirations that prove autumn is the most beautiful season....

Perks of Owning a Home

Perks of Owning a Home

Labeling yourself a “homeowner” really has a nice ring to it, right? Not only that but there are many other pros to this new role. Here are the major advantages of owning a home. You Can Create Your Dream Home. You have the freedom to make changes in your living...

Why Your Home Is Collecting More Dust

Why Your Home Is Collecting More Dust

No matter how regularly you clean, does it seem like your home is a dust magnet? Several factors can contribute to a home being dustier than usual: Lack of regular cleaning: If you don't clean your home frequently, dust can accumulate on surfaces, floors, and...

Mortgage Wars: 15-Year vs. 30-Year

Mortgage Wars: 15-Year vs. 30-Year

In this blog, we explore the pros and cons of mortgage terms. Pick your winner, let the battle of the terms begin.   Advantages of a 15-Year Fixed Mortgage: Lower interest rate: Typically, 15-year mortgages offer lower interest rates compared to 30-year...

DIY Home Projects for the Boujee on a Budget

DIY Home Projects for the Boujee on a Budget

Creating an expensive-looking home is not just about the price tag but the overall aesthetic and attention to detail. Achieve a luxurious aesthetic on a dime with these wallet-friendly DIY home improvements.   Vanity Mirror Add flexible LED lights behind your...