News

Congratulations! You’ve had your offer accepted on a home in beautiful Santa Barbara. It’s an exciting moment, but the journey isn’t over yet. In fact, it is truly just starting. There’s still a critical phase ahead, escrow, where all the pieces come together to finalize your purchase. As a REALTOR®, I guide clients through this process every day, ensuring they know what to expect and how to avoid common pitfalls.

Each week, we bring you the latest on educational opportunities, important alerts, Lunch & Learn topics, our popular Breakfast at the Beach, message from the President, and a spotlight on our amazing affiliates. Don’t miss a beat—everything you need to stay informed and involved is right here!

Our statistics and market review are kindly compiled by other parties, and will be uploaded at the end of the following month. Please note the Market Review is now a quarterly update.

Purchasing a home is an exciting milestone, but along with homeownership comes financial responsibilities, including property taxes. Whether you’re buying your first home or your forever home, understanding property taxes is crucial for planning your budget and making informed decisions.

The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) provides an in-depth consumer guide on property taxes. Below are some key points to consider when buying a home.

Each week, we bring you the latest on educational opportunities, important alerts, Lunch & Learn topics, our popular Breakfast at the Beach, message from the President, and a spotlight on our amazing affiliates. Don’t miss a beat—everything you need to stay informed and involved is right here!

The commercial real estate market in Santa Barbara has been a hot topic of discussion, especially as we move into 2025. At our recent Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS® Real Estate Forecast, Gene Deering, a partner at Radius Commercial Real Estate, shared valuable insights into the current landscape of commercial real estate on the South Coast. I had the opportunity to ask Gene to dive deeper into the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping our market today.

Buying a home is probably the biggest financial decision you’ll make, and having the right real estate professional by your side will make all the difference. To make sure you find an agent who aligns with your needs and goals, it is important to ask the right questions so that you can make an informed decision when selecting your partner who will help you on your homebuying journey.

Each week, we bring you the latest on educational opportunities, important alerts, Lunch & Learn topics, our popular Breakfast at the Beach, message from the President, and a spotlight on our amazing affiliates. Don’t miss a beat—everything you need to stay informed and involved is right here!

Each week, we bring you the latest on educational opportunities, important alerts, Lunch & Learn topics, our popular Breakfast at the Beach, message from the President, and a spotlight on our amazing affiliates. Don’t miss a beat—everything you need to stay informed and involved is right here!

Living in Santa Barbara means enjoying incredible coastal beauty, perfect weather, and a strong sense of community. But as residents of this region, we also understand that wildfires, earthquakes, and heavy rains/flooding are a reality. Emergencies can happen with little to no warning, and when they do, having a well-prepared go bag can make all the difference in ensuring your safety and peace of mind.

As a REALTOR® in Santa Barbara, I’ve seen firsthand how natural disasters can impact homeowners and families. A go bag isn’t just a good idea, it’s an essential part of being prepared for whatever may come.