We are in one of the most foundationally strong housing markets of our lifetime because homeowners are going to fight to keep their current mortgage rate and they have a tremendous amount of equity. This is yet another reason things are fundamentally different than in 2008. We may be in one of the strongest Real Estate Markets in a long time. When you look at the numbers today, the one thing that stands out is the strength of this housing market.
Here are two fundamentals that prove this point. Click “Read More” below to continue reading.
Wildfires have burned nearly 10 million acres of forest and destroyed 39,000 homes in California over the last five years, providing a glimpse at just how dire the state’s climate crisis has become.
Yet at a time when it’s more vital than ever for homeowners to have adequate insurance coverage, many carriers have decided to no longer insure homes in certain parts of the state, while others have left the home insurance market altogether. As a result, many California residents are left with little to no options for homeowners insurance — particularly those with homes in areas most at risk of wildfire damage.
2017 and 2018 were two of the most destructive fire seasons with a combined claims payout of almost $300 billion.
Click Read More below for more information regarding Insurance Companies that no longer offer policies in California and those that do.
The Santa Barbara Surf Film Festival is taking over the historic Lobero Theatre in downtown Santa Barbara during its 150th anniversary!
The Festival will showcase films that include prominent filmmakers, talented up-and-comers, international legends & surfers from our local surf community!
Click Read More below for more information including links to the event.
The Upper East neighborhood of Santa Barbara has been the crown jewel of the city with the most sought-after homes for decades. The houses are outstandingly large, and impressive. Sopping with character and intrigue. The embellished yards are groomed to perfection. And it’s quiet.
One can only dream of living in the Upper East. Driving through it is a pleasure in and of itself, gazing upon the glamorous houses, drowning in drool as you dream about what you would do with all that square footage.
The Santa Barbara Mission sits center stage amidst this audience of upscale homes, providing a performance fit for a standing ovation every time. With a rose garden and a picturesque backdrop of mountains and blue sky, the mission steals hearts daily. Established in the 1700s, the mission has been added onto and rebuilt three times. Now she stands in all her glory, increasing the property value of all of those around her.
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In May 2020, eight blocks of State Street — from Sola Street to Gutierrez Street in the area known as Lower State — were closed off to car traffic to enable restaurants and merchants to spill out into the street and meet the ever-changing state and national guidelines due to the pandemic.
Our local government and the Santa Barbara Police appear unable to address the variety of issues recently brought forth by the Natural Cafe owner which has chosen to close its doors after 30 years on State Street.
Ever since the closure of State Street the once iconic “Main Street” of Santa Barbara no longer seems the same.
Should State Street be reopened?
For more on the closure of the Natural Cafe and the myriad of problems that plague State Street click “Read More” below.
Santa Barbara offers a range of neighborhoods with distinctive histories and architecture.
This is the day we pay homage to all those who didn’t come home. This is not Veterans Day, it’s not a celebration, it is a day of solemn contemplation over the cost of freedom.
Thank you to all US servicemen and women for your sacrifice,
and to the families that are living with the loss of a loved one.
CBS’s Sunday Morning program with Jane Pauley hosting their annual “Design Issue” from Santa Barbara where the show explores various ways design affects our lives.
How’s the market? And did you hear… The California housing market accelerated last week, up 67.6 percent over cumulative...
Nice CNN Video on Butterfly Beach and Montecito, California
