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Monday, April 14, 2025

April is Fair Housing Month

By Summer Knight

Buying or selling a home is more than just a transaction, it’s a major life decision tied closely to your goals, your family, and your financial future. That’s why Fair Housing Month is so important. Not just for our profession, but for our community.

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Monday, March 31, 2025

Update on California Housing Laws

By Summer Knight

As we approach April 1, 2025, it's crucial to be aware of two significant housing-related laws coming into effect in California. These new regulations aim to enhance tenant rights and clarify landlord responsibilities. 

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Friday, March 14, 2025

Your Offer Was Accepted… Now What?

By Summer Knight

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.

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Friday, February 28, 2025

Insight into Santa Barbara’s Commercial Real Estate Market

By Summer Knight

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.

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Monday, February 24, 2025

Looking to Buy a Home?

By Summer Knight

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.

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Thursday, February 13, 2025

Be Prepared: Why Every South Coast Resident Needs a Go Bag

By Summer Knight

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.

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Wednesday, January 22, 2025

SBAOR: Weekly Newsletter

By Kasey Gilles

This Week:

  • Important Message
  • Fire Preparedness
  • Fire Relief Rental Property Type
  • Affiliate Spotlight
  • Market Mastery
  • CAR & NAR News
  • Upcoming Educational Opportunities
  • Navigating the MLS
  • 2025 Real Estate Market Update
  • Resources
  • SentriLock
  • Ways to Support
  • Meet Your Team

 

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