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5 Reasons Spring Is a Great Time to Buy a Home
Thinking of finally getting your own home this Spring? This season is the busiest time in real estate and here are reasons why it is a good time to buy and hopefully help you ‘spring ahead’ to a decision. Extra cash from your tax refund For those who finish their...
Home Repairs That Can’t Wait
Little by little, a little becomes a lot. Same goes for small issues at home. And, if not addressed, those small issues can lead to an expensive disaster too—if no action is taken right away. Here are things to watch out for and repair immediately in your home before...
5 Reasons North County Landlords Get Sued (and How To Avoid It)
It’s sad to say, but one of the fears on every Landlord's mind is the thought of a lawsuit. In this article, we will review the five most common types of lawsuits against landlords. Hopefully, with this information, you can avoid some of these challenges with your own...
8 Ways To Be Sure You Are Charging the Correct Monthly Rent Amount
It’s no surprise that owners of rental properties want to get top dollar in rent to offset their costs. But, did you know that asking for a rental amount higher than market rent can often backfire? Here are eight tips on getting the rental price right: Walk...
Designer-Approved Color Trends To Try This 2020
New year means new trends. Last year was the year of au naturale and muted colors and now, more designers are going bold and opt to pair shades of the refreshing hue with colors on the warmer side of the wheel. Some color trends remain top-picks this year. If you’re...
Irresistible Valentine’s Day Inspired Home Ideas
It’s the month of love, so staple color palette like softer pinks, rich chocolate browns and shades of regal red are back. But there are other ways of making a space look romantic without overusing these usual paper heart decorations and petals on the floor. Here are...
Love Movies? Here Are Some Epic Home Tools to Watch ’em
With the Academy Awards just around the corner, we came up with a list of things we think every film buff would love to have in their home. You can showcase your love for movies in your space with these decor items and home gadgets. Cinema Light Box Click to buy Write...
Secrets to Selling Your Home Fast this 2020
Thinking of selling your house this 2020? Here are 10 proven ways to get top dollar fast when selling your home. Ways to get top dollar fast when selling your home Find the Right Real Estate Agent Finding the right real estate agent to partner with is the first step...
Real Estate Investing for Everyone, Including Millenials
Growth - that is the general theme especially in the beginning of the year. Most would want to improve themselves, take on a new challenge or increase their income. And an idea that could spring up is real estate investing. Millenials are breaking the norm and have...
Low End vs Luxury Real Estate: Which Is A Better Investment
Whether you're looking into it now or thinking about investments in the future, you might be wondering which league you want to play in the real estate investing game — the low end or high end? Much like any investment, you must know your numbers. We share the things...
Your Must-Have Homebuyer Checklist
Are you ready to buy a home? There’s more to a home purchase than picking your favorite listing and just moving in. There are several reasons why the process takes a while: the biggest reason is that it’s tough for home buyers to find their dream home at their dream...
Caring for the Most Neglected Parts of Your Home
If your muddy dog suddenly runs inside the house, you wipe the dirt up. If the trash is full, you take it out. We all know how to care and keep our homes clean, but let’s face it -- there are areas in the house that we tend to forget. We get it — life happens, you’re...
Things To Look Out For When Viewing A Property
Are you thinking of buying a home? Aside from the things you need to prepare before making a purchase, you also need to prepare some questions and mental notes when looking around for a home. Here are some important considerations when buying a house in California....
Smart Gadgets We Are Loving Right Now (and You Will Too!)
Our homes may not look as futuristic as the ones in The Jetsons yet, but we sure have gone far, and technology continues to evolve rapidly. Now, almost everything in your home can be connected through WIFI. Our application of robotics and artificial intelligence keeps...
Selling a Home to Buy One
Purchasing a home now will give you an opportunity to get the lowest mortgage rates in history. You may be thinking of making a transition—to a bigger home, to a retirement home, or to a different neighborhood among other things. And perhaps, you may be wondering if...
How Homebuyers Can Prepare for Spring
Buying a home in spring can be different from buying a home at other times of the year because of increased inventory, better weather conditions, end of school year and tax refunds. These factors tend to make spring a busy and competitive season for real estate. Gear...
Looking at Homes Online Vs In Person
The internet has made so many things a lot easier to find — even homes! It’s understandable that everyone wants to present their best selves online, and that’s where in-person meet ups come in to see if things are what they say they are. Below are the expectations vs...
Things to Avoid Before Applying for a Mortgage
Planning to buy a home? The key is to prepare and maintain excellent financial health. And we’re not just talking about the down payment! Improve your chances of getting approved for a home loan and be eligible for better interest rates and terms — here are some...