[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18621197/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] While we all love spring time, it’s the season when roofer scams start showing up once again. Especially after a storm, you may receive unsolicited offers for a free roof inspection. The so called ‘roofer’ may even show you pictures of other damaged roofs, […]
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The HOP (Homeownership Podcast) Episode 43: Why Today’s Hot Seller’s Market won’t Lead to a Crash in the Near Future
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18611021/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 reports on interest rates, which went up slightly to 3.375 for conforming 30-year fixed loans and to 3.125 for non-conforming jumbo loans. Last week in Santa Barbara, there were more listings than pendings and a number of sellers dropped their prices after being […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 42: With Special Guest, Jeff Smedstad–Elote Cafe’s Owner & Chef
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18505682/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 reports on the latest interest rates and real estate stats and then interviews special guest, Jeff Smedstad–chef at the world-famous Elote Cafe in Sedona. Jeff discovered long ago that cooking for people makes them happy and he’s made a lot of […]
Mobile Stock Trading Tips from the BBB
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18422210/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] The popularity of mobile stock trading apps is growing in popularity. Especially if online trading is new to you, be sure to listen to this episode of Your Moment of Trust from the Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties. They invite you to call […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 41: Santa Barbara Sellers Receive Multiple Offers Over Asking Price
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18411563/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] With half as many homes available for sale this year as compared to last year, it’s definitely a seller’s market. Host, David Charles Allen, reports that a nice home in Goleta had twenty offers and closed for $200,00 over the asking price! Interest rates […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 40: Hopeful Buyers and Low Inventory
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18347132/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 reports on the Santa Barbara housing stats and with only a few new listings, encourages buyers to exercise patience. https://www.davidcharlesallen.com/ Check out this episode!
Online Purchase Scams
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18203297/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] Online purchase scams are the most common scams in the wake of Covid-19. It might surprise you that adults ages 18 – 24 reported the highest losses due to scam artists. This week’s episode highlights the statistics of online purchase scams and their somewhat […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 39: Goldmark Jewelers Featuring Cal Brockman
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18192899/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 describes a home listing recently posted in Solvang, CA that is now available for purchase. Learn more by contacting david@davidcharlesallen.com This week on The HOP, Host David Charles Allen and Co-host Patti Teel interview Cal Brockman of ‘Goldmark Jewelers’. Cal describes his passion […]
Tips For Planning a Wedding During Covid-19
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18106883/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] There are a lot of moving parts when it comes to planning a wedding. And it is certainly a little more complicated if you are planning a wedding during the COVID-19 pandemic! Ensure the triumph of your wedding by listening to wedding success tips […]
The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 38: Don’t End Up With Buyer’s Remorse!
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/18081440/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] Current mortgage rates are slowly on the rise as new home buyers find fewer houses available on the market. Home buyers are finding themselves purchasing homes at any cost, without much forethought, in order to secure themselves a purchase. But will people have buyer’s […]