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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 50: Summer 2021 Current Market Affairs

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19180382/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] Patti and David discuss the current state of the real estate market. Currently a lot of houses are available on the market in Santa Barbara and many people are considering a move or downsize. Experts are following market trends, however highly unpredictable due to […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 49: Oregon Harbor of Hope Featuring Special Guest Homer Williams

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19166012/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, highlights ‘It’s a Beautiful Life’. David and Patti interview special guest, Homer Williams. Homer Williams is the founder of Oregon Harbor of Hope, an organization which helps get people off of the streets and into a home. Learn […]

Can You Trust Free-Trial Offers?

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19096574/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] Free trial offers are an extremely effective marketing tactic, most often being a win-win for both consumers and sellers. This week, the BBB provides tips telling consumers what to look out for when signing up for a free-trial offer.   This week, Ayers Automotive […]

CBD Free-Trail Product Scams

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19054490/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] CBD, an active ingredient of cannabis, is now legal in many U.S. States and Canadian Provinces. If you want to try CBD, be aware of many scams related to free-trial products. Recent Scam Tracker reports indicate that certain free-trial offers are not actually free […]

The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 48: When Purchasing a Home, Consult a Professional

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/19049252/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] When buying a home, the interest rate on your mortgage is locked in upon accepting the offer. Working with an experienced realtor is essential to your success when purchasing real-estate. Consult a professional to guide you through the home buying process. If there are […]

The HOP (Homeownership Podcast) Episode 47: Sellers Advised to get their Pre-Inspection Done Ahead of Time

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18972473/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] Over the past few weeks, housing supplies and interest rates remain low, ranging from 3.15 – 3.25%.  In past episodes, David Charles Allen has given great advice to buyers on how they can position themselves to purchase a home.  In this episode, he shares […]

The HOP (Homeownership Podcast) Episode 46: With Few Homes Available, Buyers Pare Down their Wish Lists

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18859502/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] In this competitive market, buyers may not get everything on their wish-list, so David recommends thinking about what’s most important to you.  In this insightful episode, David discusses low interest rates, limited availability and the real estate profession–it’s highs and its lows. Check out […]

Sugar Daddy (or Mamma) may not be who they Say they Are!

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18857645/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] Beware the Sugar Daddys or Mammas who offer to pay you an allowance–and then ask you to use a large chunk of it to give to their needy friend or a charity.  Here’s how the scam works.  The victim deposits the check (given to […]

Protect yourself from Fruad by De-Cluttering your Electronic Devices!

[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18808694/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] We all feel so much better after we de-clutter our lives.  However, when you do, Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties reminds you not to forget about your electronic devices!  In this very important episode, you’ll learn how safeguarding your electronic devices can protect […]