How to Be Sure You’re Giving to a Legitimate Cause

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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.  

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 62: Interest Rates Remain Low & Housing Demand Slows Slightly

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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

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Don’t Fall for a Phony Pet Sitting Job!

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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.  

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 61: Secret Swells, Stats & Pooches

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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

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Podcast Episode 21: Part 2, Mick dodge the Barefoot Sensei

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Join us for Part Two of our fascinating conversation with Mick Dodge, the Barefoot Sensei.

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Con-Artists Take Advantage of People Behind on their Rent

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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!  Listen to this important episode and subscribe today so you don’t miss a single episode.  A special thanks to Ayers Automotive Repair Services in Santa Barbara, for sponsoring this podcast.  

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

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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 David at 805-617-9311 or email him at david@davidcharlesallen.com

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

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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!  

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

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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 also a low supply of homes on the market.  For questions about real estate in the Santa Barbara area, contact David at 805-617-9311 or email him at david@davidcharlesallen.com

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Tips for Choosing & Purchasing Camping Gear

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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 descriptions, reviews and return policies carefully!  

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