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On Trend: What is a Housiversary?
Nowadays, people celebrate almost about anything – from Pizza Day to Clean Out Your Refrigerator Day. It’s no surprise that we humans came up with the idea of Housiversary too – where homeowners celebrate annually the day they officially owned their...
Why Now Is A Good Time To Buy A Home
If you’re looking for a sign, this is it – now is a great time to make a home purchase. If you have been renting for some time, you may want to consider buying a house instead, because the money you pay your property owner is basically paying someone else’s mortgage!...
Ways To Be More Effective While You Work From Home
If you’re one of the many people who’s just getting the hang of work-from-home lifestyle, we’re guessing that sometimes, you find yourself lacking motivation, feeling like you’re in a slump and prone to procrastination, especially when Netflix is a little too...
Tips To Sell a Home Safely During the Coronavirus
Good news for home sellers: You are in a good position right now as there is little supply of homes for sale and there are quite a large number of buyers shopping around. The coronavirus has definitely reshaped the way we do real estate. Aside from observing social...
How to Save $100k To Buy Your New Home
Buying a home is often the largest purchase one will make in a lifetime. And saving $100K on your next home sounds crazy, right? While saving up for a whopping six-figure milestone down payment may be a challenge for some, it is not actually impossible. How to save...
Considering a Fixer-Upper? Signs to Avoid a Money Pit
There are times when buyers can score a great deal on fixer-uppers. Sometimes, when a property just requires too much TLC, it eventually turns out to be not a good investment after all. Before making an offer, keep a keen eye on some signs of a money pit property:...
4 Easy Things to do to Make Your Home a Happier Place
When your entire life is happening inside your home, especially these days, it matters how that space feels and functions. Your space should feel like an oasis -- a refuge from all the not-so-good things happening in our lives. In fact, there are simple tweaks you can...
What Coronavirus Means For Your Mortgage
So many people throughout the United States and throughout California are impacted by COVID-19, the coronavirus. Many homeowners like yourself are probably full of questions, worries, and concerns about mortgage payments in light of the Coronavirus situation. We hope...
Buyers and Sellers – Surviving the Home Inspection
It's very important for both a home seller and buyer that the property fare well on the inspection, for it means no serious issues have been discovered. But what exactly are the things to watch out for? What’s in the Home Inspector’s Checklist? This depends on...
Get the Most Out of Buying Real Estate
Buying a home is an exciting milestone and often the largest purchase one will make in a lifetime. So we want to make sure we’re making the right decision every step of the way. Here are ways to guarantee you’re making the best of your real estate purchase. Get the...
Small Things to Make Your Place Look So Much Better
“Keep adding little by little and it will become a big heap.” —Hesiod You’ll be surprised how minor tweaks and additions at home can make a big difference. We found these 10 seemingly simple products on Amazon we think will make your home so much better. You’re...
Questions to Ask a Potential Real Estate Agent
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 help you through the process. And when interviewing candidates, we think these questions are important to be brought up with your...
How to Prepare Your Home For Renting
Just as you want to look your best for business matters, you want your property to look its best too, right? If you’re planning to rent out your place, there are some preparations you need to get done before showing your place and handing your keys to the tenant....
Game On: Home Organization Challenge
At Broadpoint Properties, we love sharing you practical tips on real estate and home improvement. This springtime, if you haven’t already, we thought it would be fun to make spring cleaning and organizing more manageable and actionable by doing a home organization...
No Regrets: Avoiding Home Buyer’s Remorse
Recent surveys show that a large percentage of Americans found what many of us refer to as “buyer’s remorse” among homebuyers. According to the 2022 Buyer and Seller Insights Report by Homelight, 70% of recent buyers have at least one regret, one in five bought too...
Should I Buy Now or Wait Next Year?
Considering whether to dive into the San Diego housing market now or hold off until next year? It's a big decision, so let's break it down. First off, take a peek at what's happening in the market right now. Check out home prices, how many homes are up for grabs, and...
Make Your House for Sale Stand Out in Spring
Considering making a move and listing your home this spring? Well, you're in luck! Springtime is buzzing with activity in the real estate world, and here's why it might just be the perfect time to make that leap and get your home sold. Let's get your place prepped for...
What’s New? Smart Home Upgrades in 2024
Staying up-to-date with the latest smart home upgrades is essential for modern homeowners looking to enhance convenience, security, and efficiency in their living spaces. Let's explore some of the top smart home upgrades that are poised to revolutionize the way we...