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Stylish Ways of Hiding the Ugly Stuff Outside Your Home

Stylish Ways of Hiding the Ugly Stuff Outside Your Home

If you loved our blog about stylish ways of hiding the ugly stuff inside your home, now let’s deal with the outdoor space. The internet is filled with cool ideas on how to hide unsightly wirings, bulky equipment, etc. and here are some of our favorites that are worth...

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers

Spring Cleaning Checklist for Sellers

If you are thinking about selling your home, it’s a good idea to spend some time preparing it for sale. This season is the busiest time in real estate and here are reasons why it is a good time to sell and hopefully help you ‘spring ahead’ to a decision.   Make...

Home Decor Items Under $25

Home Decor Items Under $25

Making your home pretty and nice doesn’t have to cost you an arm and leg. Check out these little decorative additions to your humble abode — all under 25 bucks! Aromatherapy Candle   Price: $13.99 (On Sale for $9.99 as of this writing) What others are saying: “I...

Tax Facts for Sellers

Tax Facts for Sellers

Much like any business, there are expenses when selling a home. It’s important to know the various costs of selling your property namely the real estate agent commission, pre-inspections, home staging, etc. Today, we’re talking about the taxes that impact your home...

Can Neighbors Affect My Property Value?

Can Neighbors Affect My Property Value?

In real estate, we use the term “external obsolescence”, meaning a depreciation in the value of a home due to factors that exist outside the property itself. And the neighborhood is one. Ideally, you’d want to have a community that has the following: Key businesses,...

How to Change the Size of a Room with Paint

How to Change the Size of a Room with Paint

We shared in a previous blog about the power of color and how it creates mood in a space. Now, we’ll talk about the power of paint on how it can create a visual impact on a room. The amazing people at Liven Design illustrate how you can seemingly change the physical...

Quick Morning Cleaning Routine

Quick Morning Cleaning Routine

Busy moms, we hear you! Hate having to constantly catch up on cleaning every after work or on the weekends? A few minutes in the morning is all you need — seriously! You can achieve a clean and tidy home in a fraction of the time and here’s a cleaning plan you can...

The Difference Between Using the Bank and a Mortgage Broker

The Difference Between Using the Bank and a Mortgage Broker

We get this question a lot from our first time buyers — are banks and mortgage brokers the same? The quick answer is no and here’s the definition and difference between the two. A bank offers you a home loan. They usually have a set rate and strict rules for approving...

Does Size Matter? Should I Buy a Big House or a Small House?

Does Size Matter? Should I Buy a Big House or a Small House?

Not sure what size of home is the right one for you? We share the pros and cons of having a big house or a small house. Now, the size of a home depends on how you define it or relative to your current living situation. When we talk about small houses, we’re not...

Get the Most Out of Selling Real Estate

Get the Most Out of Selling Real Estate

New year, new endeavors! If one on your list includes selling a home, you’re in the right place. Selling a property is no walk in the park but you can get the most out of the sale with strategic planning. Before you put the For Sale sign out, here are some tips to...

Features of an Old Home Worth Saving and Restoring

Features of an Old Home Worth Saving and Restoring

  Old homes have charm and craftsmanship that can be rare these days. A well-maintained property in desirable neighborhoods can also appreciate in value over time. However, one must have the willingness to invest in maintenance and updates, and appreciation for...

Ways to Kick Your Kitchen Island Up a Notch

Ways to Kick Your Kitchen Island Up a Notch

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the island countertop is the pulse. It provides extra counterspace and storage but also serves as a gathering place for families and guests. Because of its role and placement in the kitchen, you have the lots of opportunity to...

Cutting Energy Costs: Winter Edition

Cutting Energy Costs: Winter Edition

San Diego generally experiences milder winters than the rest of the country. With cooler temperatures and occasional rainfall, the demand for heating is generally lower compared to the cooling needs in the warmer months. But if you really want to save a few more...

How To Get Wealthy Investing In Real Estate

How To Get Wealthy Investing In Real Estate

Exploring your initial investment property? Getting into real estate in San Diego, California, can be a lucrative venture, but success requires careful planning and informed decision-making. Here's a guide on how to build wealth through real estate in this dynamic...

How Long Should I Prepare When Buying a Home?

How Long Should I Prepare When Buying a Home?

Not sure where to start or how long it might take to buy a home? Planning the journey to homeownership is exciting but can make you feel a bit lost without a roadmap. In this blog post, we're sharing with you the home buyer timeline—how long it typically takes to...

Real Estate Head-Scratchers: Why Some Homes Won’t Sell

Real Estate Head-Scratchers: Why Some Homes Won’t Sell

Is your property starting to gather cobwebs, sitting endlessly on the market? There could be many factors at play—some beyond your control, but others might just need a bit of tweaking. Sometimes, it’s the small, overlooked details that hold back a sale, leaving...

Unlock Rental Potential: Understanding ADU Law

Unlock Rental Potential: Understanding ADU Law

Building an accessory dwelling unit or ADU in California is one of the best investments right now and homeowners should look into maximizing these laws to their fullest potential. But first, let’s take a look at what ADUs are and how homeowners can generate rental...