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Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen , reports on the latest rain and surf swells in Santa Barbara before reporting the real estate stats.  The biggest change was reflected in the pending sales, which fell from 49 last week to 32 this week.  He noted that while fewer people list their homes during the holidays, it could help your home to stand out.  Animal lovers will want to stay tuned...

As firefighters gain control over the latest wildfire raging in the Santa Ynez Valley near Santa Barbara, David Charles Allen explains that after a natural disaster, home prices may drop for a period of time--until insurance companies will once again offer policies at a normal rate.  Interest rates remained very low this week and there were 46 new listings.  The weather and surf are beautiful with...

Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen , talks about inexpensive, little things that a seller can do to make their property more attractive.  Interest rates on conforming 30 year loans remained the same at 3.125%  and jumbo 30 year loans fell below 3%, down to 2.875%.  The housing supply in Santa Barbara decreased slightly with 44 pending sales and 40 new listings.  In the Pooches at Home...

Recently, Better Business Bureau of the Tri-Counties has been hearing a lot of complaints about Home Security Companies.  People are being contacted out of the blue and are told that their current home security company went out of business.  The person who contacted them goes on to say that they're going to be taking it over.  In this episode, you'll get tips for choosing a company that provides a...

David Charles Allen reports on the Santa Barbara surf and weather before giving the latest real estate stats which reveal that there was a little bump in the supply of homes for sale.  Regarding interest rates, the 30 - year fixed, non-confirming jumbo was at 3.125% this week and the non-conforming jumbo interest rate rose slightly to 3%.  David reminds potential buyers that location is of the upm...

Host and Village Properties Realtor, David Charles Allen, reports on the interest rates and sales stats.  As summer ends, the number of new listings has dropped 20%.  David discusses whether it's wise to 'fix up' your house before listing it.  For Santa Barbara real estate questions, email david@davidcharlesallen.com, or call 805-617-9311

David Charles Allen , host of Village Properties, reports that due to high prices, many buyers are expanding their search to include Santa Ynez Valley and Lompoc.  He also reveals a spot where locals can view the city from above the marine layer.  To learn more about real estate in Santa Barbara, email david@davidcharlesallen.com or call him at 805-617-9311.

David Charles Allen  describes Santa Barbara's surf, beautiful weather, low interest rates and a limited number of properties for sale.  Still, there are homes to be found and programs that can help with a buyer's down payment.  For more information, email david@davidcharlesallen.com, or call him at 805-617-9311.  

David Charles Allen , Village Properties Realtor and host of The HOP, reports that there were 53 pending sales and 56 new listings in Santa Barbara so there is not a lot of new inventory.  Interest rates remained the same; 3% for conforming thirty-year fixed and 2.75% for non-conforming jumbo loans. David reminds listeners that these rates vary as a buyer's credit history, down-payment, and other...

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, co...

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, disc...

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

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...

Show host and Village Properties Realtor,  David Charles Allen , reveals that in Santa Barbara and nationally, home prices are levelling out.  The number of listings throughout the Santa Barbara area remains very low.  Interest rates for conforming 30 year fixed loans went up from 2.875% to 3% while non-conforming jumbo loans stayed steady at 2.75%.  To reach David for information about real estat...

Join host and realtor David Charles Allen to discuss the most recent updates in Santa Barbara Real estate.  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

This week's episode of the HOP features long-term radio host Douglas J Wyman. Douglas shares his story about how he got into radio, his life journey with his wife, and his secrets to good health and longevity. Listen to Douglas Wyman co-host 'The Doris Davenport Show – All things Local All the Time' by following the link below! https://m.facebook.com/thedorisdavenportshow/ If there are any inquiri...

Listen to this week's latest updates to know what is happening in the Santa Barbara Real Estate Market during summer 2021! Looking for a home in the Santa Barbara area? Contact David Charles Allen and call 805.617.9311! 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.davidcharle...

Recently interest rates were jumping around, making people nervous about their anticipated unpredictability, but ultimately mortgage rates have stabilized at fairly good rates. Changing economic and political affairs certainly influence the real estate market. David shares the connections between the stock market, inflation, and real estate. Summer time is here and fun new products, like inflatabl...

Realtor and host David Charles Allen discusses this week's mortgage rates before introducing this week's special guest Anthony Giannini. Anthony is an applied cultural anthropologist who's specialized research focus is Peruvian Shamanism. Anthony reviews some of the highlights of his recent journey to the Peruvian Andes, where he spent time within the indigenous Q'ero Community at over 15000 feet...

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 hom...

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...

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, que...