Making the Move

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 Realtors®).It’s a...
Here’s What Homebuyers Want

Here’s What Homebuyers Want

What do you think home buyers look for?  What do home buyers want? At Broadpoint Properties, we speak with home buyers each and every day—lots and lots of them. And, while each buyer has his or her own wants, needs, and wish list, there are a number of requests that...
Check this: Renters Pay the Landlord’s Mortgage

Check this: Renters Pay the Landlord’s Mortgage

Renters or homeowners? When pressed, there are people who might say that they have not purchased a home because they are uncomfortable taking on the obligation of a mortgage. However, everyone should realize that, unless you are living with your parents rent-free, you...
Why It Pays to Sell Your Home During the Holiday Season

Why It Pays to Sell Your Home During the Holiday Season

Even though the holiday season is generally a time when people are focused on family, spirituality, gift-giving, and charitable pursuits, the holiday season is actually a really great time for people to sell homes. Seems strange, right? Why would anyone worth his (or...
You Don’t Need 20 Percent Down to Buy a Home

You Don’t Need 20 Percent Down to Buy a Home

A survey by Ipsos found that the American public is still somewhat confused about the types of requirements to obtain a mortgage loan in today’s housing market. The study pointed out two major misconceptions that we want to address today.DOWN PAYMENTThe survey...
Escrow. Explained.

Escrow. Explained.

Home buying is currently en vogue again. And, homebuyers in North San Diego County and beyond have been busy searching the Internet for homes for sale and attending open houses. Once you have found the home that you are looking for, you write your offer and it is...