Current Travel Restrictions: Updates and Changes Summer 2021

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Travel restrictions continue in many areas and are not consistent across countries and territories.  If you plan to travel anywhere, especially when flying, be sure to check the most recent legal restrictions of a given area. Also note the cancelation and refund policy of the airline that you book your trip with. Listen to the tips provided by the BBB for advice on what to look out for when traveling.

Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! Sometimes a simple system check and reset can correct a failed smog inspection. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair or maintenance, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Consider joining Ayers Repairs Car Care Club, for just $199, you can get over $680 worth of auto repair services. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repairs for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 52: Real Estate June 2021

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Consistent mortgage rates over the past month keep the conforming 30 year fixed rate at 3.125 and the 30 year jumbo mortgage rate at 2.875. A big change in listings over the past week in Santa Barbara as 61 new listings appear on the market, 17 coming soon listings, 36 homes were closed on, and 33 homes went into escrow. As buying prices rise, demand goes down. People are waiting to make a big home purchase.

David gives some tips on what to do when negotiating a potential home purchase, based on the appraisal. Patti talks about her dog Ollie’s recent visit to the dog trainer.

If there are any inquiries, comments, questions, or stories you would like to share with The HOP, email david@davidcharlesallen.com and follow David on his website, www.davidcharlesallen.com or call direct 805.617.9311

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Avoid Online Astrology, Psychic, and Tarot Scams

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Astrology, Tarot, and other psychic services is a big industry worth over 2 billion dollars! Many psychics are offering online content through social media. But watch out for scammers who prey on unsuspecting victims. Listen to the tips provided by the BBB to avoid being scammed by online spiritual practitioners.

Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for giving us this week’s automotive tip of the week! What do you do if your vehicle doesn’t start? Maybe you have a dead battery. Or perhaps you need a new alternator. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair or maintenance, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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Avoid Vacation Package Scams

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When looking for a good deal for a family vacation or getaway, plan accordingly with plenty of advanced notice. Scammers often target individuals or groups looking to save money on a vacation package. Scammers can easily prey on unsuspecting victims through the internet. Listen to these tips, provided by the BBB, about how you can avoid being scammed when booking your next vacation.

This week, Ayers Automotive Repairs tells us how to determine the life of our tire treads. The old school method is the penny tire-check. To get a more precise reading, professionals use a tire depth gauge. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 51: People and Markets Adjust to New Trends

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There was no change to the mortgage rates over the past week but sellers are adjusting their price listings if their home is on the market too long. As lumber and construction prices increase, new home sales are down. With new trends in place, such as more people working from home and supply chains increasingly limited, real-estate and land prices skyrocket! Patti and David talk about keeping your pets safe; especially from predatory birds!

If there are any inquiries, comments, questions, or stories you would like to share with The HOP, email david@davidcharlesallen.com and follow David on his website, www.davidcharlesallen.com or call direct 805.617.9311

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May is National Moving Month

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May marks an important month of transition for many Americans. In May, many people prepare for the summer season, graduate as students, relocate for the summer. In fact, so many people commonly move or transition during the month of May, that in 1997 May was designated as national moving month. With so much moving activity during the summer, watch out for scammers posing as moving companies! In this episode, listen for tips provided by the BBB to find legitimate, professional movers.

This week, Ayers Automotive Repairs reminds us how important oil changes are! Be sure you use the right kind of oil for your vehicle.  If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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

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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 current state of affairs. David showcases a special home now available in Healdsburg, CA.

If there are any inquiries, comments, questions, or stories you would like to share with The HOP, email david@davidcharlesallen.com and follow David on his website, www.davidcharlesallen.com or call direct 805.617.9311

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

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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 more at https://oregonharborofhope.org/

Connect with Homer directly by calling 503.860.4181 or email homer@wdcorp.com

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Can You Trust Free-Trial Offers?

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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 Repairs stresses the importance of understanding your vehicle’s warranty. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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CBD Free-Trail Product Scams

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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 and can be difficult to cancel, especially once scammer’s have your credit card information.

In this week’s Ayers Automotive tip of the week, vehicle owners are advised on what to do if your vehicle fails a smog inspection. If you are in the Santa Barbara area and need auto repair, contact Ayers Automotive Repair. Thank you to Ayers Automotive Repair for their automotive tip of the week! https://www.ayersrepairs.com/

To report or investigate a potential scam, visit Scam Tracker, or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657. Thank you to Meathead Movers in Santa Barbara for being our community partner. If you are in need of a moving service and if you want a safe and efficient move, call 866-THE-MEAT

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