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Prepping Your San Diego Home for Summer
As summer approaches in San Diego, it's time to get your homes ready for the sunny days ahead. Let’s get your home in tip-top shape for the season — below are some items to tick off your home upkeep checklist! Do an A/C Check-Up: Keep your cool all season long...
Reality Check… Can You Really Afford This Home?
So you're ready to dive into the world of homeownership and get a handle on the financial side of things? One of the first things you'll want to figure out is how much house you can actually afford. Let's break it down. According to Smart Asset’s estime, to...
Stylish Kitchen Range Hood Ideas
The good ‘ol kitchen range hood — our kitchen's built-in superhero, swooping in to save the day by sucking up all that steam, smoke, and grease, and whisking it away before it has a chance to settle on your cabinets or make your whole house smell like last night's...
San Diego Real Estate Update and Predictions for 2024
Thinking about jumping into the housing market and curious about what's in store for the year ahead? Here’s what experts are saying the real estate market in San Diego is heading in 2024. First, here’s the latest data from the California Association of Realtors® $440...
Best Times to Buy Household Items
Looking to score some sweet deals on household items? You've come to the right place! We’ll give you the lowdown on the best times in the year to buy essentials for your home. Get the best deals for these items on these dates: Appliances Presidents' Day...
Home Design Trends for Spring 2024
Spring — the perfect time to give your home a little makeover and freshen things up. Design experts have shared what’s in this season. You may have started seeing these everywhere — in retail stores, your Instagram feed, online shopping, etc. Take inspiration from...
What Is Mortgage Servicing?
Ever heard the term "mortgage servicer" thrown around and wondered what it means? Imagine you just bought your dream house and took out a loan to pay for it. The company you borrowed the money from is called the "mortgage lender." Now, once you start making those...
Should I Buy Now or Wait Next Year?
Considering whether to dive into the San Diego housing market now or hold off until next year? It's a big decision, so let's break it down. First off, take a peek at what's happening in the market right now. Check out home prices, how many homes are up for grabs, and...
Make Your House for Sale Stand Out in Spring
Considering making a move and listing your home this spring? Well, you're in luck! Springtime is buzzing with activity in the real estate world, and here's why it might just be the perfect time to make that leap and get your home sold. Let's get your place prepped for...
How to Spot Red Flags in Your Home Search
In this blog post, we’re going to help you figure out if you’ve found your perfect home or if there are hidden issues waiting to cause trouble down the road. While many of these issues have quick and efficient solutions, they are important considerations when making a...
Maintaining a Fresh Space with Pets: 6 Easy Steps
Maintaining a fresh space with pets can definitely be a challenge! While your furry friends bring so much joy, they also come with their own set of messes (and smells). Between fur, accidents, and general pet odors, it can feel like you’re always playing catch-up with...
Overcoming Moving Anxiety: Three Practical Tips
If you’re dealing with overcoming moving anxiety due to low housing inventory in San Diego, you’re not alone. Many homeowners are nervous about selling because they fear they won’t find a new place to call home. It’s understandable, but if you’re...
Easy Updates to Refresh Your Home’s Style
Are you craving a more well-designed home but low on budget and time? Here are nine minor DIY home upgrades that can make a huge impact without breaking walls and your wallet. Paint Adding a fresh coat of paint is quick, affordable, and can easily give a space a whole...
Gray Kitchens That Are Anything But Dull
Gray kitchens offer a sophisticated and flexible design canvas, making them a popular and great choice for homeowners looking to create a modern and timeless kitchen space. With the right design elements and thoughtful touches, you can make gray kitchens more...
Weird Real Estate Laws
Did you know you can buy a property in some counties in Kentucky and Mississippi, but not alcohol? That’s because local prohibition laws are still in effect. Weird, right? You might have heard stories or perhaps experienced it yourself on the daily about some...
Closing Costs Explained
Buying a home is like planning a big road trip—you’re excited about the destination, but you’ve got to prepare for the pit stops along the way. It may entail a few phantom costs such as homeowners’ insurance, moving costs, and home repairs. These are items that can...
These Underrated Tasks Are Your Home’s Secret to Cleanliness
Keeping your home clean and fresh isn’t just about vacuuming the carpets or wiping down countertops. Some tasks that seem minor, or get forgotten entirely, can actually have a big impact on how tidy and welcoming your home feels. Below are a few home maintenance tasks...
How We Ensure Fairness in Every Real Estate Deal
At Broadpoint Properties, we’re committed to ensuring fairness in every real estate deal, inspired by the principles championed by Martin Luther King Jr. Every day, whether we’re assisting buyers, sellers, tenants, or property owners, we uphold the values of the Fair...