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5 Tips for Designing a Home for Persons With Disabilities
Designing a home takes on a new meaning when someone in the family has special needs. Function has to be an important consideration to make it easy for every family member. So we must ensure that the house provides the support they need to lead a safe, fuss-free and...
Here’s How Veteran and Military Homebuyers Get it Right the First Time
Active-duty military and veterans have some really great opportunities in the real estate space, and there are some lesser-known facts about how to take advantage of the special opportunities available. Often active-duty military and veterans do not know that they...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Who Pays Real Estate Fees?
We often get calls asking our office after rendering real estate advice or consultation, “Thanks for helping. How much do I owe you?” And we always reply with – “Nothing.” So, who pays us? A Realtor® represents either a buyer or a seller in a real estate transaction....
How to Combine Warm and Cool Colors Like a Pro
It is fair to say that color is part science and part art. Color is a form of non-verbal communication that can affect our mood and emotions, that’s why it’s crucial to create a color scheme for your space. The more you know about how color works, the easier it will...
Hands Down, Top Christmas Home Decor Items
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas! If your home hasn’t caught on yet, take a look at these Christmas decor items we love from Amazon that you can have delivered in time for the holidays. Top Christmas Home Decor Items From Amazon Pre-Lit...
Are Tiny Homes Worth It?
Thinking about ‘going tiny’? You may have been inspired by the idea after seeing it in TV shows like Tiny House, Big Living, Tiny House Nation, and Tiny House Builders. With the emergence of minimalism and eco-consciousness, some people are beginning to realize that...
Market Update: Is It Better to Rent or Buy?
While there may be certain very specific reasons that someone opts to be a tenant versus a homeowner in San Diego County, homeownership during our current real estate market, may provide you with some annual savings. Watch the latest buy vs. rent analysis from San...
What Are You Thankful for This Year?
It’s almost Thanksgiving, and there seems to be no better time to reflect and express thanks and gratitude, not only for what we have but also for those that support us and who have helped us to be successful this year. We asked our team at Broadpoint Properties what...
Is Closing My Credit Card Account Good for a Mortgage Application?
Contemplating on closing your credit cards before applying for a mortgage? This can impact your credit score and, consequently, your mortgage application. The credit score plays a pivotal role in mortgage applications as it serves as a measure of an individual's...
Questions to Ask Your Contractors Before Hiring Them
The key to any successful home project lies in assembling the right person or team — professionals who can ensure the job is done effectively, within the established timeline, and without exceeding the budget. Before you say “You’re hired!” to a contractor, here are...
Five Love Languages of Realtors
In Dr. Gary Chapman’s book “The Five Love Languages”, it delves into how individuals communicate in their romantic relationships through words of affirmation, acts of service, gifts, quality time abd physical touch. To know your love language, you can take a quiz...