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6 Ways to Keep your Pet-Friendly Home Feeling Fresh

6 Ways to Keep your Pet-Friendly Home Feeling Fresh

Keeping a clean home can be a challenge as it is, but when you are a pet owner, it’s a whole new level of crazy. Your furry friends can make great companions but they sure can leave quite a mess (and stink)! If your household is currently on the verge of becoming a...

Ridiculous Reasons People Cannot Sell Homes

Ridiculous Reasons People Cannot Sell Homes

Is your property starting to gather cobwebs, sitting for ages on the market? There could be several causes for this and those causes can be beyond your control. But there are also reasons a home won’t sell that can make one say “What’s going on?” This may sound a...

Creepy Things a Home Inspector Might Find in Your House

Creepy Things a Home Inspector Might Find in Your House

Home inspections can be as spooky as Halloween. There’s nothing more frightening than a home inspector coming into your home and telling you everything that’s wrong with it. That’s why it’s a good idea to have a general understanding of what to look out for: Image...

Cheat Sheet: The most important things to do before listing your home

Cheat Sheet: The most important things to do before listing your home

When selling a house, first impressions count. So the things that buyers see in the first 5-seconds already make them think to themselves “Okay, this is the one!” You don’t have to completely go crazy and change the facade. Tweaking small details can make a surprising...

5 Ways to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home

5 Ways to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home

When selling a house, first impressions count. So the things that buyers see in the first 5-seconds already make them think to themselves “Okay, this is the one!” You don’t have to completely go crazy and change the facade. Tweaking small details can make a...

Here’s Why You Need a Home Warranty

Here’s Why You Need a Home Warranty

    Your Realtor® probably offered you a home warranty when you were buying or selling a house. It can be overwhelming and confusing at first, but we’re going to share with you what it is, what you should know before you get one, & how they can help you...

5 Reasons to Select a Local Realtor

5 Reasons to Select a Local Realtor

Who would know the area where you are looking to buy or sell a property better than a local real estate agent, right? Buying or selling a home is a lot of work in itself so one of the most crucial things to consider first is selecting the right Realtor® to...

Fall Decorating Ideas to Give Your Home Curb Appeal

Fall Decorating Ideas to Give Your Home Curb Appeal

Hello, colder weather! Welcome fall in all its glory with open arms. Go the extra mile and make your property more homey for the buyers with these simple additions and seasonal decor ideas. Fall Decorating ideas to give your home curb appeal   Feature...

5 Design Ideas for Updating Your Patio

5 Design Ideas for Updating Your Patio

All that fresh air demands a fresh look, right? You don’t have to break the bank to update your patio every year. Depending on your budget, there’s a way to spice up outdoor space. Here is some inspiration and/or ideas on how you can breathe new life into...

How Property Taxes in California Are Calculated

How Property Taxes in California Are Calculated

As a homeowner, you are expected to pay property taxes. And sometimes, especially if you’re a new homeowner, these taxes and charges can cause overwhelm and confusion. We’re here to help you gain clarity regarding real estate taxes in the state of California....

Household Items You Should Always Buy Used

Household Items You Should Always Buy Used

Flea markets, garage sales, and thrift shops are always great places to find something unique and useful for your home for a fraction of a price. However, there are some things that are a no-no to buy used, but certainly, there are some that are still worth giving a...

How to Save Energy During the Summer

How to Save Energy During the Summer

Summer can be an expensive time of year for your utilities. Aside from turning off appliances, lights, etc when not in use, there are other things you can do to save a few bucks on your electric bill during the hot summer months. That said, we thought of sharing with...

What Are the Tax Consequences of Selling a House?

What Are the Tax Consequences of Selling a House?

At Broadpoint Properties, we’re in the business of managing and selling properties, particularly those in San Diego and Riverside Counties. And, one of the most common questions that we get asked by sellers is this one: “What are the tax consequences of selling a...

Household Items You Should Not Buy Used

Household Items You Should Not Buy Used

Not only can it help you save money, reusing household items is also good for our environment. But there are times when thrifting is not the best for your health and safety. The following are household items you should never buy second hand: Mattress, Pillows, and...

How to Buy a Foreclosed Property

How to Buy a Foreclosed Property

Purchasing a home that has been foreclosed upon can be very appealing when you’re looking for a home for you to live in for a cheaper price, a real estate investment to flip and sell, or a chance to live in a neighborhood you otherwise can’t afford. As for the process...

Avoid These Mistakes When Picking an Agent

Avoid These Mistakes When Picking an Agent

A real estate agent is the mediator between the buyer and seller of the property, who ensures the documentation, communication, negotiation, and the overall procedure of the real estate process is smooth-running. One needs proper research to avoid mistakes in choosing...

How Homebuyers Can Prepare for Spring

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

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...