Con-Artists Take Advantage of People Behind on their Rent

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20160209/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 warns us that as the eviction moratorium comes to an end, con-artists are getting ready to take advantage of those who are in need of money by offering phony loans, expensive credit-repair services and fake government programs.  Don’t get fooled!  […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 60: Number of New Listings is Up!

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20156459/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 of the HOP, and Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen, gives the latest real estate stats.  Interest rates went up a bit,  and the number of new homes for sale rose significantly.  For more information on the Santa Barbara real estate market, contact […]

A Warning about QR Codes from BBB of the Tri-Counties

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20115488/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] QR codes are growing in popularity but con-artists are using them to hide malicious links.    Don’t miss this important warning from BBB of the Tri-Counties!   A special thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for sponsoring this podcast.   Check out this episode!

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 59: Higher Priced Homes Still Receiving Multiple Offers

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20114819/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, David Charles Allen, reports the Santa Barbara real estate stats. While prices seems to have leveled out on track homes in Goleta and other neighborhoods, higher-priced houses frequently receive multiple all-cash offers over the asking price.  Interest rates remain low and there is […]

Tips for Choosing & Purchasing Camping Gear

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20019053/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 shares tips on how to choose the right equipment for your upcoming camping adventure.  Learn how to pick the right tent, sleeping bag, camp kitchen and more!  They also remind you to be cautious when purchasing online and to check […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 58: Home Prices Begin to Level Out

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/20016413/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] Show host and Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen, reveals that in Santa Barbara and nationally, home prices are levelling out.  The number of listings throughout the Santa Barbara area remains very low.  Interest rates for conforming 30 year fixed loans went up from 2.875% […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 57: Santa Barbara Real Estate Mid-Summer 2021

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19919891/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] Join host and realtor David Charles Allen to discuss the most recent updates in Santa Barbara Real estate.  If there are any inquiries, comments, questions, or stories you would like to share with The HOP, email david@davidcharlesallen.com and follow David on his website, www.davidcharlesallen.com […]

Pyramid and Ponzi schemes

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19919846/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] Be aware of marketing claims related to pyramid and ponzi schemes. You may be invited to a party where someone is selling various products such as vitamins and kitchen materials. If you get involved in purchasing or selling products through marketing schemes, make sure […]

‘Curbstoning’ – Unauthorized Vehicle Sales

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19841024/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] ‘Curbstoning’ involves a commercial vehicle dealer pretending to be a private seller to avoid taxes and mandated consumer protection laws. This practice is called ‘Curbstoning’ because often the sale is conducted in a parking lot, or with the car parked curbside on the street. […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 56: Featuring Long-Time Radio Host Douglas J Whyman

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19841006/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] This week’s episode of the HOP features long-term radio host Douglas J Wyman. Douglas shares his story about how he got into radio, his life journey with his wife, and his secrets to good health and longevity. Listen to Douglas Wyman co-host ‘The Doris […]