Rent Control, Proposition 33, and Proposition 13

2 weeks ago
Mark Danforth Lomas

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

4 months 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?

4 months 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

4 months 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

5 months 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

6 months 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

6 months 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…

Santa Barbara 4th of July Fireworks & Events

6 months ago

Have a great 4th of July! The video was shot from the Upper Riviera neighborhood here in Santa Barbara. If…

Market Update – A Closer Look

7 months ago

The real estate market in Santa Barbara continues to remain vibrant even with high interest rates and low inventory. As…

Are Home Prices Rising?

7 months ago

Are Home Prices Rising? The real estate market here in Santa Barbara continues to remain buoyant even with high interest…