[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/14044046/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] A lot of ground was covered in this episode. Host and realtor, David Charles Allen, reported on mortgage rates along with the Santa Barbara Surf Report, qualifying for a home loan, how stay at home orders have stalled the real estate market in Los […]
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Rick Copelan Warns Us about Scams Taking Advantage of the Coronavirus Crisis
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13977293/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] Rick Copelan, President and CEO of Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties, warns listeners about scams offering phony pre-approved loans. He reminds us that scam artists create a sense of urgency because they want you to act before you have a chance to check […]
Tips to Protect Yourself from Coronavirus Scams
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13974719/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] With the current Coronavirus pandemic, scammers are constantly changing their tactics to catch people off guard. These tips to avoid being scammed come from Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties. Call them at 805-963-8657. To report or investigate scams, go to Scam Tracker. Check […]
Recognizing Work from Home Scams
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13858337/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] Many companies are quickly making arrangements for employees to work from home and others are fast tracking policies to meet the requirements of shelter-in-place orders issued by state officials. These actions are making it an even higher risk of people being targeted by scammers, […]
THE HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) April 5, 2020
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13857539/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 mortgage rates and the surf in Santa Barbara. Patti and David give a ‘shout out’ to Konni and Rob, who are selling a home in Lincoln, Nebraska. Click here to view that listing. They also discuss the beautiful Mesa […]
Welcome to the HOP (Home Ownership Podcast)
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13784444/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 co-host Patti Teel, discuss changes in the way houses are viewed along with tools to cope–and even enjoy spending more time close to home. Visit David’s website to learn more. Check out this episode!
How you can Support your Local Small Businesses
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13749203/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] Small businesses are struggling due to the necessary social isolation policies put in place due to the Coronavirus. But in this episode, you’ll learn that there are still ways you can support your favorite small business. Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties welcomes your […]
Tips for Hiring a Home Inspector
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13740869/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] Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties shares tips for choosing and hiring a home inspector before purchasing a property. To Contact Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties, call 805-963-8657. Check out this episode!
Avoid Scams that Prey on Coronavirus Fears!
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13615223/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 issues an urgent warning about emails and texts that appear to come from legitimate organizations but are really a ruse to sell phony cures or information, steal your identity or credit card info. Be sure to listen to this important […]
Scammers May Steal your Phone Number–How to Stop Them!!
[iframe style=”border:none” src=”//html5-player.libsyn.com/embed/episode/id/13457582/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] Did you know that with a few steps, your phone number and phone service can be stolen?! Phone porting scams are on the rise. Once scammers have your cell phone number, they can receive your texts and get security codes that are meant to […]