Support Small Businesses

[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!

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 more about real estate in Santa Barbara, email david@davidcharlesallen.com or call him at 805-617-9311.

Check out this episode!

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 at 805-617-9311.  

Check out this episode!

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 single episode!

Check out this episode!

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 and 2.75% for non-conforming jumbo loans. David reminds listeners that these rates vary as a buyer’s credit history, down-payment, and other factors come in to play.  He mentioned that there is a lender in Santa Barbara that is covering closing costs for buyers.  As usual, David and his co-host, Patti Teel, close the show with their Pooches at Home segment as Patti expresses the joy and frustration of watching her 50 + pound grand dog, a golden retriever puppy named Riley.  If you’re interested in learning more about the housing market in Santa Barbara, contact David at 805-617-9311 or email david@davidcharlesallen.com

Check out this episode!

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 BIG thank you Ayers Automotive Repairs for sponsoring the Your Moment of Trust podcast.  

Check out this episode!

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 own Dog House, with her 9-month old Granddog, (a Golden Retriever named Riley.) For information about real estate in Santa Barbara, contact david@davidcharlesallen.com or call 805-617-9311

Check out this episode!

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 is out for the money they paid for the supplies–and for the bounced check!  Be sure to check out other employment scams on bbb.org/scamtracker.  Your Moment of Trust is brought to you by BBB of the Tri-Counties and sponsored by Ayers Automotive Repairs.  

Check out this episode!

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 sale, which is much less than in previous years.  In the ‘Pooches at Home’ segment, David and co-host Patti Teel, discuss how to help new dogs in your household to become friends.  If you’re interested in learning more about the real estate market in Santa Barbara, contact David at 805-617-9311 or email david@davidcharlesallen.com

Check out this episode!

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!