[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22555640/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] In this episode BBB of the Tri-Counties gives advice for evaluating trade in offers and finding the best deal for your old phone. If you are shopping for a new cell phone, trading it in with your carrier is an easy and enticing option. […]
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Interest Rates Rise with No Gain in Supply
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22540355/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 88: Host of the HOP, Village Properties realtor, David Charles Allen, said that Santa Barbarans have been enjoying beautiful spring weather with temperatures in the 60’s and 70s. There have also been decent swells to make surfers happy. […]
Home Maintenance Tips from BBB of the Tri-Counties
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22471016/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] If you recently purchased a new home, you’ve no doubt found that all that extra space requires upkeep and maintenance. BBB recommends the following tips to help you care for your new home, hire contractors, and avoid getting scammed in the process. A BIG […]
BBB of the Tri-Counties Gives Tips to Cope with Supply Chain Issues
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22400096/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Grocery aisles have gaping empty sections, and shoppers can never predict what’s going to be unavailable. New car dealerships struggle to fill their empty lots. People building homes report long waits for critical materials like windows and doors. Almost every industry has shortages and […]
Buying and Selling Properties Off-Market
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22396778/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] The HOP Episode 87: This week, interest rates remained basically the same with 30-year jumbo loans at 3.375% and 30-year fixed loans at 3.875%. There was still no real significant build up of inventory with 43 new listings and 45 homes that closed. David […]
Find Out About Properties ‘Coming Soon’
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22395806/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] The HOP Episode 86: David Charles Allen discusses the weather, waves, and real estate in Santa Barbara! Interest rates remain low; 3.75% for 30-year fixed and 3.375% for 30-year jumbo loans. There were 42 new listings this week and 40 went pending, with very […]
Tips for Planning a Wedding During a Pandemic
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22304864/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] There are always a lot of moving parts when it comes to planning a wedding. Add a pandemic to the mix, and it can easily feel overwhelming. That said, many couples have proven that with a little ingenuity, flexibility, and a few precautions, it […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 85: Renters Face Uncertainty
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22300241/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Host and realtor, David Charles Allen, reports on the weather, interest rates and sales stats. After an unusual cold snap with frost warnings, the weather warmed up. Interest rates remained the same as the week before–4% for 30 – year fixed and 3.5% for […]
Tips for Buying Sports Memorabilia
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22221452/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1785518/custom-color/87A93A” height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] When shopping for a team jersey or other sports memorabilia, watch out for fakes. Scammers know that authentic game-used and/or autographed items can fetch big bucks – especially for items commemorating big games. When shopping online, it can be hard to trust that a […]
Rising Interest Rates Reach New Milestone
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/22219940/height/100/width//thumbnail/no/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1967723/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 84: After months of inching their way up, Village Properties Realtor and host of the HOP, David Charles Allen, reports that interest rates on 30-year conforming loans reached 4%–while jumbo 30 – year loans reached 3.5%. While interest […]