Podcast Episode 7: Seniors staying at home

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This short segment for the Young at Heart Radio show is a bit of inspiration for seniors staying at home during the current lock down.  April 2020

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast) Episode 4 It’s a Beautiful Life

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In this episode, David Charles Allen talks about the pros and cons of loan forbearance.  As always, he gives the latest mortgage rates and surf report–and listeners’ stories are shared on the  ‘It’s a Beautiful Life’ segment.’ Patti talks about architect Julia Morgan and her influence on Santa Barbara. Send your real estate questions, or  Beautiful LIfe stories (including fun stories about your pets) to david@davidcharlesallen.com

 

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Podcast Episode 9: Earth Day 2020 50 Year Anniversary! with Jacquie Chandler

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Jacquie and Beth discuss new ways to celebrate our planet and lives in these new times.

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Podcast Episode 8 Part 2 Positive Pandemic Possibilities

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Earth Gym Sensei, Primal Designer and Ecotourism advocate of sustaintahoe.org discusses positive possibilities of the current world pandemic with host Beth Amine.

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Podcast Episode 8: Part 1 Pandemic Possibilities

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Earth Gym Sensei, Primal Designer and Ecotourism advocate discusses the positive aspects of the current world pandemic with host Beth Amine. Very Enlightening! 

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How Scammers Take Advantage of Social Distancing

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While social distancing is vital, it may be helping scammers.  Learn how crooks are taking advantage of the situation in this episode of Your Moment of Trust.  To report or research scams, visit Scam Tracker.  Or, call Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657.

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The HOP (Home Ownership Podcast, Episode 3) It’s a Beautiful Life

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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 Angeles and other areas, retirement homes, vacation rentals and more.  The featured neighborhood in this episode is Santa Barbara’s beautiful Hope Ranch.  Lastly, David, Patti, and listeners shared stories about their pets.  As always, you’re invited to share stories about your own beautiful life and neighborhood, your pet stories, and questions or comments about real estate.  Email david@davidcharlesallen.com

A special thank you to Tyler Gray, from Wells Fargo Mortgage for information on the latest interest rates. 

 

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Rick Copelan Warns Us about Scams Taking Advantage of the Coronavirus Crisis

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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 out their offer and come to your senses.  To report or investigate a scam, visit the BBB Scam Tracker site.   For more warnings related to the current Coronavirus crisis, don’t miss this episode!  

To contact Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties, call 805-963-8657.  

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Tips to Protect Yourself from Coronavirus Scams

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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.  

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Recognizing Work from Home Scams

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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, especially through phishing emails or through an unsecured network connection.  To learn about scams, visit the BBB Scam Tracker Site.

Or call BBB of the Tri-Counties at 805-963-8657.

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