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Prepare Your Home for a Real Estate Photographer
A photogenic home makes a good first impression and attracts more potential buyers. So sellers, take note — the following are ways to prepare your home for the listing photos. Make it sparkle We clean up when guests come over, right? So much more when...
How to Know if You Can Really Afford to Buy a Home
If you’ve decided to buy a home and want to learn more about the financials, then you’re in the right place. You’re probably wondering how much you can afford. The following items are the most important money matters to consider. Know Your Debt-To-Income (DTI) Ratio...
Your Annual Home Maintenance Checklist
Experts recommend an annual check-up to make sure your home is in tip-top shape and will be less prone to surprise repairs. Wrap up the year neatly and get your home ready for the coming year with the following to-dos: Ensure Main Water Shutoff Functions as Expected...
Housekeeping Tips from Grandma
Next time you’re cleaning, remember what you or other’s grandmas do to keep the house in order. Cut Dish Sponges in Half A practical grandma knows how to make the most of their items at home. Not only are you getting two sponges for the price of one, but...
Legal Mistakes Home Buyers Make
First-time homebuyer? Good for you! There’s more to a home purchase than picking that one home you love. There are essential steps home buyers must keep in mind to make a home sale smooth and hassle-free. But did you know that there are some legal matters you...
Top Legal Mistake Home Sellers Make
When it comes to home selling, there is a right way and a wrong way to handle the process. At Broadpoint Properties, we work with the team at CRES Insurance to make sure that our sellers get top quality legal coverage during their home sale. To that end, there is one...
Gorgeous Greens: Ideas for Green Kitchen Cabinets
You’ve seen it all over this year — green is said to be the “it” color of 2022. If you’re feeling a bit playful and thinking of refreshing your kitchen cabinets, green is a good color to consider. Designers love playing with this versatile color and here’s proof....
The Ideal Home Cleaning Schedule: Are You Doing It Enough?
Some places can be a more common ground for germs that’s why experts recommend a regular cleaning schedule to follow. Thanks to Mattress Online UK, here’s what to clean and when. What do you think of this list? Are you cleaning often enough? Let us know in the...
Have a Thanksgiving Table You Can Be Proud Of
Thanksgiving is such a special time for families and food and one place becomes the heart of it to grace this event — the dinner table. Now before you bring out your china, your fanciest glasses, your shiniest silverware, and a centerpiece to impress your...
Your First Year as a Homeowner: A Maintenance Survival Guide
New home, new adventures! Homeownership is an exciting journey, part of it is giving proper TLC to keep it in great condition, ensuring safety, comfort, and financial well-being. Below is a list of home maintenance tasks new homeowners must do in the next 365 days:...
Deciding Between One-Story and Two-Story Living
Uncertain about whether a one-story or two-story home aligns with your needs? The choice is influenced by individual preferences and requirements. To help you decide, here’s a comparison between a one-story home and a two-story home: One-story homes are...
Buying Rental Properties: Cash Vs. Mortgage
When it comes to buying rental properties, you can choose between making a cash purchase or securing a mortgage loan. Each method has its unique benefits and drawbacks. Here's a comparison of purchasing rental properties outright with cash versus opting for a...
Home Improvement DIY: No Power Tools Edition
A drill, orbital sander and the likes are great power tools to have at home for repairs and home improvement projects. But not everyone has access to these power tools. Good news, not all DIY home projects require power tools. These projects can be rewarding...
Sell Smarter: Negotiation Strategies for Homeowners
Negotiation is a highly valuable life skill. It’s not just about haggling over prices or making deals; it's a fundamental skill that empowers you to communicate effectively, resolve conflicts, and achieve your goals while maintaining positive relationships with...
Home Decor That Would Tickle Your Funny Bone
Home Decor That Would Tickle Your Funny Bone Adding a touch of humor to your home decor can make your space more fun and lighthearted. Not only can they be sources of joy in your daily life, they also make for a good conversation starter for your guests. Laugh more at...
Peach Fuzz: Style Your Space with the Hottest Color of the Year
“In seeking a hue that echoes our innate yearning for closeness and connection, we chose a color radiant with warmth and modern elegance. A shade that resonates with compassion, offers a tactile embrace, and effortlessly bridges the youthful with the timeless.” -...
How Owning a House Changes Your Life
Homeownership, the American dream. You might be wondering what it’s really like and if it’s as great as it sounds. Clever's recent homeowner study sheds some light on this. They surveyed 1,000 U.S. homeowners and found that 52% were caught off guard by the actual...
What Agents Do For Buyers
Picture this: you're on a quest to find your dream home, right? Well, that's where a real estate agent swoops in to save the day! These folks are like your house-hunting superheroes. Buying a new home isn't just about picking a listing and moving in — it can be a bit...