7 tips for preventing burglary: the most common threat to our homes
Preventing burglary should be a top priority for all of us. According to the FBI, home burglaries are the most common threat to our homes in the U.S. In fact, statistics show that a home burglary occurs every 13 seconds, the majority in July ...
Rising home prices mean rising inventory
Are you one of the homeowners thinking about selling your home due to rising home prices? According to the University of Michigan and Thomson Reuter, reports of rising home prices are making selling more attractive. In fact, the report shows that the...
Modern choices for multi-functional home decor
Looking for multi- functional home décor that is family friendly? Until now, that was simply impossible. Frankly, until now, family design ideas were…ugly. But thanks to some smart designers, modern choices for home décor today make it easy to be...
How will the rest of the real estate recovery play out?
Want to know how the rest of the real estate recovery will play out? Here's what the experts are saying based on surveys and interviews with real estate developers, investors, lenders, servicers and builders: 1) Real estate recovery still hinges on ...
Home improvements that pay you back
Home improvements that pay you back are important to homeowners in Montecito, Hope Ranch and Santa Barbara where those upgrades can cost a bundle. If you're considering your options, you should keep in mind that according to the National Association ...
NEW LISTING: Exceptional Montecito Home
If you are in the market for an exceptional Montecito home, then my new listing is for you. This remodeled 5 bedroom, 3.5 bath home, located in the heart of the community, is being offered at $4,395,000. The new owners will be delighted by the acc...
SOLD! Sprawling Montecito Hacienda
I strive to make my customer's dream come true, whether buying or selling, and I am happy to report that I just found a client the perfect home: a sprawling Montecito Hacienda. Located at 121 Olive Mill Lane in Montecito, this gorgeous estate was l...
Considering a rooftop solar system?
If you are considering a rooftop solar system, there are 4 things you need to keep in mind. In the last 10 years, homes with rooftop solar systems have become practically commonplace, especially in Santa Barbara and the surrounding communities. By n...
Green Homes: Their Importance is Growing
Yet another example of the growing importance of green homes: the National Assn. of Realtors has just published a new guide to promote special green features. The new comprehensive guide has been designed so that potential homeowners can find out abo...
The future of mortgage rates
Are you concerned about the future of mortgage rates? Are you confused about the actual condition of the US economy today? I've researched the most recent data for you that show mortgage rates dodged a bullet this week, ending a 5-day losing strea...