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Rethink: Outdated Real Estate Advice

Rethink: Outdated Real Estate Advice

Everyone has an opinion, right? Maybe it’s your great Aunt or your father’s best friend, but everyone wants to share their real estate advice and experiences. The question is: Is it actually good advice?Here are some of the most common pieces of...

Prevention: Smart Home Hacked

Prevention: Smart Home Hacked

A great number of homes have smart-home devices and the number of smart home devices continues to rise. Smart-home devices such as voice assistants, thermostats, doorbells, door key-codes, televisions, and other smart appliances continues to...

How to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar

How to Sell Your Home for Top Dollar

If you are considering putting your home on the market because you would like to sell, there are many things that you can do to prepare for the home sale.In order to sell your San Diego County home for top dollar, there are certain steps that...

Do I have to sell my home in order to buy?

Do I have to sell my home in order to buy?

With such wonderful real estate prices and interest rates still right now, lots of homeowners want to make a transition—to a bigger home, to a retirement home, or to a different neighborhood among other things. Many buyers are wondering if they...

Selling your own home? Here’s what you need to know…

Selling your own home? Here’s what you need to know…

Thinking of doing a FSBO? You may want to think again. According to a study conducted by the National Association of Realtors®, a home listed with a real estate professional generally sells for up to $47,000 more than a home listed by its...

Remodeling your Kitchen? Some 21st Century Tips!

Remodeling your Kitchen? Some 21st Century Tips!

Remodeling your kitchen isn’t easy, and it can be costly depending on what improvements you plan to make. When making those updates, you need to assure that the update will add value and will not make the home appear dated a few years down the...

Remodeling your Home? Check out this ROI Report

Remodeling your Home? Check out this ROI Report

Do you want good bang on your buck on your remodeling projects for your home?Remember that not all home improvements are created equal. Some are simply aesthetic and personal preference that don’t add value to the home in the long run. But,...

How to Manage the Stress of Surprise Home Repairs

How to Manage the Stress of Surprise Home Repairs

Oh no! Something went wrong and there is a leak at home, or something just broke and needs replacement. Stress of home repairs can happen at any time and nearly half of homeowners experienced an unexpected home repair in the first year of...

Prep Your Home in a Budget

Prep Your Home in a Budget

Are you selling your home soon but you  don't want to spend thousand of dollars to prep your home for sale?Watch this video for great ways to attract more prospective buyers and save money at the same time:If you or anyone you know needs further...

How to Become a Successful Landlord

How to Become a Successful Landlord

You’ve recently purchased a home that is tenant-occupied, and you are super excited about your investment property. There is no better way to grow equity than with rental properties—particularly residential properties in California, which rent quickly and generate...

The Skinny on Property Management and Fair Housing Law

The Skinny on Property Management and Fair Housing Law

At Broadpoint Properties, each and every day—whether we are in the field, working with buyers, sellers, tenants, or property owners—we are not silent. We adhere to Fair Housing Law in all of our company actions. And, when presented with situations that may contribute...

Spring Cleaning: Landscaping Dos and Donts

Spring Cleaning: Landscaping Dos and Donts

Spring has sprung and it’s just the perfect time to walk in the sunshine, see colorful flowers and trees, and do some outdoor home enjoyment. Curb appeal plays a significant role in tackling any outdoor project. 75% of homeowners said they have a greater desire to be...

How To Know You’re Getting A Good Price on a Home

How To Know You’re Getting A Good Price on a Home

Homebuyers want the same thing - to get a home they love within their budget. They certainly don’t want to get ripped off. Home purchase is a huge investment decision, so how do you know that you’re looking at a home that’s priced fairly? Here’s how to know you're not...

Condo or House: Which One’s For You?

Condo or House: Which One’s For You?

Are you unsure whether you should own a condo or a house? We are here to help you find out the difference and which is better for you—which is more expensive, which is better for long-term investment among other things. But first, we have to get clear on what a...

Tips for Making Your Home Rain Season-Ready

Tips for Making Your Home Rain Season-Ready

The wet weather is upon us and as with most elements of homeownership, it pays to be ready. Continuous rains can cause damage to walls, which will lead to leaks and cracks then molds. These should be addressed right away. Don’t wait for the rain to pour, these are...

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...