Santa Barbara Habitat for Humanity
Habitat of Southern Santa Barbara is proud to build strength, stability, self-reliance, and shelter to southern Santa Barbara. The fourth development located at 4949 Sawyer Avenue in Carpinteria consist of three three bedroom townhomes available for purchase by qualified low income families. The future Habitat homeowners will pay a zero interest mortgage designed to fit with 35% of the family’s total income.
For Sale By Owner?
Studies have shown that the typical house sold by the homeowner sells for $210,000 while the typical house sold by an agent sells for $249,000. This doesn’t mean that an agent can get $39,000 more for your home as studies have shown that people are more likely to FSBO in markets with lower price points. However, it does show that selling on your own might not make sense.
Housing Market Forecast for 2016
Forecast for the 2016 Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Right now there does not appear to be any downside to...
Santa Barbara International Film Festival 2016
Santa Barbara International Film Festival * February 3rd thru February 13th! Santa Barbara International Film Festival Website Santa Barbara International...
The Truth About Open Houses
Some think that open houses are out of touch and old fashion. Today’s buyer has done their internet research and knows the home before he visits it. As many clicks as your home may generate online, no one is going to purchase a home they’ve never visited. Open houses are deeply rooted in real estate culture for a reason. Buyers need to see, feel, smell, and touch the home.
Improving Economy May Be A Boost To Real Estate
Even though the Dow Jones plunged 391 points on Friday Americans are increasingly optimistic about housing market conditions, encouraged by growing confidence in their personal financial outlook and the U.S. economy in general. That optimism was revealed in a recent survey by Fannie Mae, the government-sponsored mortgage firm, and it gives a boost to forecasts for real estate activity in the Bay Area and elsewhere in the months ahead.
The Real Value of a Home
Hendry’s Beach in Santa Barbara
Hendry’s Beach aka Arroyo Burro Beach in Santa Barbara enjoys a rich history. Located between Hope Ranch and the Douglas Family Preserve, this section of coastline belonged to William N. Hendry who farmed this area with his family in the late 1800s through the early 1900s. In 1884 William N. Hendry leased 360 acres at Arroyo Burro, which included a sizable portion of Hope Ranch, and grew hay, oats, and barley selling much of his yield to stables in Santa Barbara. The Hendrys had 12 children and often invited friends to swim off the beach. Over time the locals came to know the beach as Hendrys. Hendry retired in 1914 and in 1918 sold the farm for $80,000.
Vintage Train Ride Benefit for Gaviota Coast Conservancy
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