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Should Your Home Be Vacant When You Sell?

Should Your Home Be Vacant When You Sell?

We are settling it once and for all: Should a home be occupied or vacant during a sale? While there are pros and cons to both scenarios, believe it or not, choosing to stay ultimately is the better option. If you or anyone you know is thinking of selling and looking...

5 Reasons Spring Is a Great Time to Buy a Home

5 Reasons Spring Is a Great Time to Buy a Home

Thinking of finally getting your own home this Spring? This season is the busiest time in real estate and here are reasons why it is a good time to buy and hopefully help you ‘spring ahead’ to a decision. Extra cash from your tax refund For those who finish their...

Home Repairs That Can’t Wait

Home Repairs That Can’t Wait

Little by little, a little becomes a lot. Same goes for small issues at home. And, if not addressed, those small issues can lead to an expensive disaster too—if no action is taken right away. Here are things to watch out for and repair immediately in your home before...

5 Reasons North County property owners Get Sued (and How To Avoid It)

5 Reasons North County property owners Get Sued (and How To Avoid It)

It’s sad to say, but one of the fears on every property owner's mind is the thought of a lawsuit. In this article, we will review the five most common types of lawsuits against property owners. Hopefully, with this information, you can avoid some of these challenges...

8 Ways To Be Sure You Are Charging the Correct Monthly Rent Amount

8 Ways To Be Sure You Are Charging the Correct Monthly Rent Amount

  It’s no surprise that owners of rental properties want to get top dollar in rent to offset their costs. But, did you know that asking for a rental amount higher than market rent can often backfire? Here are eight tips on getting the rental price right:  Walk...

Designer-Approved Color Trends To Try This 2020

Designer-Approved Color Trends To Try This 2020

New year means new trends. Last year was the year of au naturale and muted colors and now, more designers are going bold and opt to pair shades of the refreshing hue with colors on the warmer side of the wheel. Some color trends remain top-picks this year. If you’re...

Housekeeping Tips from Grandma

Housekeeping Tips from Grandma

Next time you’re cleaning, remember what you or other’s grandmas do to keep the house in order.   Cut Dish Sponges in Half A practical grandma knows how to make the most of their items at home. Not only are you getting two sponges for the price of one, but...

Legal Mistakes Home Buyers Make

Legal Mistakes Home Buyers Make

  First-time homebuyer? Good for you! There’s more to a home purchase than picking that one home you love. There are essential steps home buyers must keep in mind to make a home sale smooth and hassle-free. But did you know that there are some legal matters you...

Top Legal Mistake Home Sellers Make

Top Legal Mistake Home Sellers Make

When it comes to home selling, there is a right way and a wrong way to handle the process. At Broadpoint Properties, we work with the team at CRES Insurance to make sure that our sellers get top quality legal coverage during their home sale. To that end, there is one...