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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
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
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...
5 Awesome Smart Home Devices You Can Buy Now On Amazon
New is always better, as they say. Thanks to technology, our first-world problems at home—controlling temperature, security, and music—can be solved quickly, giving us more time to do what matters most. Almost everything in your home can now be linked...
6 Ways to Prepare to Buy a House
So you’ve decided to buy your first home, or you’re already a homeowner and are ready to move into a new place. But, there’s more to a home purchase than picking your favorite listing and just moving in. Here are the six things that you need to...
4 Ultimate Summer Design Dilemmas
We bump to design dilemmas all the time as home trends come and go, it seems that one has to make big decisions as to whether to go with something traditional or timeless, or select something a little more trendy. According to social media...
Thinking of Selling? Here’s Some Home Buyer Data You Need
Based on a 2018 Consumer Survey in California and the California Association of Realtors® most recent reports, here is some interesting information on homebuyers. As a seller or prospective home seller, this data may help you to understand the...
It’s True: Staged Homes Sell Best
Vacant home or staged home? Selling a vacant home is sometimes tricky as it lacks the visual lure and is less attractive to prospective buyers. Home staging is a key to attracting home shoppers, particularly because today’s consumers are used to...
Why Getting the Right Loan Can Be a Huge Nightmare
We are often asked why there is so much paperwork mandated by the bank for getting the right mortgage loan when buying a home today. It seems that the bank needs to know everything about us and requires three separate sources to validate each...
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
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
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?
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
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
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...
Real Estate 101: Home Appraisal vs. Valuation
When someone wants to buy or sell a house, they need to know how much it's worth. Home appraisals and valuations are methods used to determine the value of a home, but they differ in terms of how they are done and their purposes. We’ll help you understand the...
Keep Ants Out of Your Home for Good
You are a champion in keeping your home spic and span. But, still baffled to find your home still being pestered by ants? Here’s an awesome infographic from Infographic Bee to help you get rid of them safely. Observe Ants can enter your home through the...
20 Things in Your House You’ve Never Bothered to Clean but Should
There are several often-overlooked things in your house, probably collecting years of dust and dirt at this point that also deserve your attention and care too. Here are things in your home that you’ve probably never bothered to clean but you probably should. ...