Martin Luther King Jr.

1 year ago

You may be wondering why a real estate blog would post something about Martin Luther King. Many people are not aware…

The Fire

1 year ago

Nearly a hundred thousand Los Angeles County residents are still under evacuation orders as of Monday, January 13, and with…

Welcome Angelinos

1 year ago

To our friends and neighbors affected by the recent devastating fires in Los Angeles, Santa Barbara extends a warm and heartfelt welcome…

Rent Control, Proposition 33, and Proposition 13

1 year ago

In this post we will address some of the pros and cons of Rent Control and how reforming Proposition 13…

Home Prices and Market Trends

2 years ago

Home prices in Santa Barbara continue to fluctuate, presenting a mixed picture for buyers and sellers. While the median listing…

How Do the New Commission Rules Work?

2 years ago

The recent changes to real estate commission rules, which took effect on August 17, 2024, significantly alter how commissions are…

Santa Barbara Real Estate Trends

2 years ago

The Santa Barbara real estate market trends for 2024 have been admirable. In the first half of the year, there…

Old Spanish Day’s 100th Anniversary

2 years ago

Santa Barbara’s rich heritage comes alive during the first week in August with the music, dance, and pageantry of Old…

Mid Year Update

2 years ago

Looking back at the last six months the south coast of Santa Barbara, spanning from Goleta to Carpinteria, we've not…

California Real Estate

2 years ago

In May 2024, California's housing market faced significant challenges due to the highest mortgage rates since late 2023. These elevated rates significantly dampened…