[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20560295/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] BBB of the Tri-Counties celebrates Small Business Week with the Small Business Administration. It honors the perseverance, strength and perseverance of small businesses and encourages consumers to give them their loyalty. #smallbusinessweek Check out this episode!
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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 65: Buyers Expand Home Search to Include Surrounding Areas
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20547113/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] David Charles Allen, host of Village Properties, reports that due to high prices, many buyers are expanding their search to include Santa Ynez Valley and Lompoc. He also reveals a spot where locals can view the city from above the marine layer. To learn […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 64: High Prices & Low Inventory Remain
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20547071/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] David Charles Allen describes Santa Barbara’s surf, beautiful weather, low interest rates and a limited number of properties for sale. Still, there are homes to be found and programs that can help with a buyer’s down payment. For more information, email david@davidcharlesallen.com, or call him […]
Teach your Kids to Avoid Cyber Criminals Online
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20396162/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] Timely tips from Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties on how to keep your family safe from cyber criminals. A HUGE THANK YOU to Ayers Automotive Repairs in Santa Barbara for sponsoring this important podcast. Be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 63: Small Number of New Properties on the Market in Santa Barbara
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20394212/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] David Charles Allen, Village Properties Realtor and host of The HOP, reports that there were 53 pending sales and 56 new listings in Santa Barbara so there is not a lot of new inventory. Interest rates remained the same; 3% for conforming thirty-year fixed […]
How to Be Sure You’re Giving to a Legitimate Cause
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20328422/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] Scam artists are opportunistic and often pretend to be raising funds for legitimate causes and charities, while really keeping the money for themselves. In this episode, BBB of the Tri-Counties gives tips on how to determine if a charity or cause is reputable. A […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 62: Interest Rates Remain Low & Housing Demand Slows Slightly
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20302412/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] Village Property Realtor, David Charles Allen, reports on the Santa Barbara surf and gives the latest real estate stats. Interest rates remain low and the housing demand slows down slightly. In the Pooches at Home segment, co-host Patti Teel reports on life in her […]
Don’t Fall for a Phony Pet Sitting Job!
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20261330/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] Con-artists are reaching out to pet-sitters and after some friendly banter, offer a great paying pet-sitting job. They send a check for over the amount, asking the unsuspecting pet-sitter to use the extra money to purchase supplies. When the bogus check bounces, the pet-lover […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 61: Secret Swells, Stats & Pooches
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20255309/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 Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen, reports on Santa Barbara’s secret swells and gives the latest real estate stats. While interest rates have gone up and down slightly, overall, they remain low. Currently, there are two to four hundred homes available for […]
Podcast Episode 21: Part 2, Mick dodge the Barefoot Sensei
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20186432/height/100/width//thumbnail/yes/render-playlist/no/theme/custom/tdest_id/1180253/custom-color/005282″ height=”100″ width=”100%” scrolling=”no” allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen] Join us for Part Two of our fascinating conversation with Mick Dodge, the Barefoot Sensei. Listen Now!