The Future of Real Estate: Think Globally
6 predictions for 2020 . . . and beyond Experts predict the future of real estate will change considerably over the next six years and beyond. Those changes in light of the fact that consumer confidence has returned to the real estate arena. The ...
Why is Spring is the Best Time of Year to Sell Your House?
6 reasons to list your home with me now! If you're considering listing your home in any of the upscale communities in Santa Barbara, take note: spring is the best time of year to sell your house. Whenever possible, I urge my clients to follow conven...
Easter in Santa Barbara: Eggs Hunts, Bunnies and More!
There's so much to see and do in and around Santa Barbara this Easter you'll find it hard to decided where to begin Easter in Santa Barbara is a special time for residents and visitors alike. That's because spring is one of the best times to live on...
Another Fed Rate Hike? 7 Ways the Fed’s Decisions Affects Your Wallet
A Fed rate hike from tops economic news this week The Fed rate hike that was anticipated became a reality when newly appointed Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell announced a modest benchmark interest rate hike of between 1.5 percent and 1.75. Th...
Is a New Housing Crunch on The Horizon?
Experts say "Yes", citing fewer homes being built in America as one reason for the new housing crunch The job market is strong, the stock market is setting new records and wages are rising, so why is America facing a new housing crunch? According to...
A Rare Opportunity to own the Palmyra Estate in Montecito
My new listing is a piece of Montecito's Historic El Mirador Hacienda Imagine owning the Palmyra estate in Montecito, a historic, breathtaking and very private 4.5-acre grand property. Originally part of a large family-owned 70-acre estate known as...
Things to Do in Santa Barbara this Spring
There's no denying that Santa Barbara is beautiful this time of year There's so much to do in Santa Barbara this Spring it can be difficult to decide where to begin. With all the Spring flowers popping up and the many activities, there's never a dul...
What You Really Need to Know to Find A Real Estate Agent
Close friends and relatives should generally be avoided I've written several blogs about how to find a real estate agent, including How to Hire a Competent Realtor: Consider Their Use of Technology. I know being a real estate agent involves more tha...
Own a piece of Santa Barbara History
Just announced: a price reduction on the penthouse of the historic Granada Theater Now is your chance to own a piece of Santa Barbara history at a reduced price! Only $4,175,000 gets you the penthouse of the iconic Granada Theatre building in downt...
Smart Speakers: Which One is Right for You?
What to Look for When Buying Smart Speakers If you haven't already jumped on the smart speaker bandwagon, then listen up. These devices work just fine as a way to play music from your smartphone or the cloud. But that's not all. When you talk to a s...