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Home Safety Tips… Burglars Be Gone
It’s a tough subject, but an important one. Crime occurs everywhere in the United States, and it’s always a good idea to have a few preventative measures in place in order to avoid being a victim.According to the California Association of...
The Truth About Homeownership in 2019
Are you dreaming of buying a home this 2019? Despite affordability challenges, California renters continue to hold ownership in high regard and aspire to purchase a home eventually as a lot of people still want to live in their own home.Here are...
Timely Tips for Moving with Pets
Do you have a little Fido or Fluffy at home? Are you planning on buying a home or selling your home soon? If so, there are a few things you need to consider if you plan to move with a pet (or pets). This handy infographic (courtesy of Househunt.com) reviews...
Look – Top 4 Mistakes Made by Home Sellers
Selling a home isn’t as easy. You don’t want your home to have the FOR SALE sign for a long time. Avoid these common slip-ups or seller mistakes that can cause your home to linger longer on the market. Your Home Has an Odor. Whether it’s smoking...
Check this: Borrowers Get Bogged Down with the Mortgage Process
The buying and mortgage process takes tons of time and paperwork. In fact, it is often so stressful and challenging that the process gets in the way of the enjoyment of purchasing a home. According to the survey and infographic below, borrowers...
The Truth About Buying a Home
So, you’ve been looking at properties and writing purchase offers for a while now. And, finally you have an accepted purchase offer on the property. What does that mean? What happens next? Here’s what you need to know about buying a home.In...
Want to buy a home this 2019? Here’s what to do right now
I had a former coworker call me a few weeks ago. She isn’t local anymore. Nevertheless, she wanted to touch base because she was ready to put an offer on a home–to buy a home–in another part of the state. This former coworker had done all of her...
Smart Home Tech is the Future
How smart is your home? It seems buyers are willing to pay extra for smart technology in their homes and more builders are ready to equip newly-constructed homes with smart-home technology.Based on the infographic below (courtesy of the...
Making the Move
Is it time to move? Based on a recent study, the average homeowner stays in the homes for an average of 10 years. Here are signs that it’s time to pack your bags and move (courtesy of the below infographic from the California Association of...
Prepare Your Home For A Winning Sale This Spring
Thinking of finally putting your home on the market this Spring? This season is the busiest time in real estate and here are reasons why it is a good time to sell and hopefully help you ‘spring ahead’ to a decision. Prepare Your Home For Sale This Spring Clean...
4 Things Every property owner Should Know About Security Deposits
When it comes to collecting a security deposit from any tenant you place, at Broadpoint Properties, we’ve learned the art of handling them properly. And, believe it or not, there is a law that surrounds the collection and use of security deposits. 4 Things Every...
How to Become a Successful property owner
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
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 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
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...
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. ...