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March 9, 2020

6 Things Professional Burglars Don’t Want You to Know

Posted on Apr 21 2017 – 4:36pm by Housecall By Krystal Rogers-Nelson RIS Media Even though a burglary occurs every 20 seconds in the U.S., you can still protect yourself without installing top-dollar security features. Home burglary generally has a pattern; criminals are looking for an easy target they can rob fast. Learn from the pros. Here are six tips …

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February 17, 2020

South Santa Barbara Real Estate Statistics

Let’s see how 2020 is shaping up! Real Estate Market Statistics are provided by Fidelity National Title Group and are generated from 3 sources: CORT data, TitleFLEX and Santa Barbara MLS, and  edited and compiled from the Sales Team here at Fidelity National Title Group Santa Barbara. For more information about the current Santa Barbara market, please …

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February 4, 2020

Home Upgrade to Make or Avoid

Congratulations! You finally moved into the home of your dreams. Well, almost the home of your dreams. Maybe you’re thinking of upgrading to high-end kitchen appliances, or converting the bedroom next to the master into a huge walk-in closet. Whatever you’re planning, don’t leap into any major projects until you’ve had a chance to live in your …

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January 22, 2020

Healthy Home Habits for 2020

Each year, most of us come up with New Year resolutions and vow to stick to them. The feeling of a fresh start can be inspiring and lead us to take steps toward self improvement or achieving new goals. But, as a homeowner or even a renter, it can also be a great idea to …

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October 18, 2019

Protecting Your Home From Natural Disasters

Wherever you live in the country, you are never 100% safe from natural disasters such as fire, rain, or harsh winds. And, in Southern California, we face all of these potential disasters. While we cannot prevent these from affecting us, what we do know is that taking precautions against potential damages is easier and cheaper  than …

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October 16, 2019

Décor Trends for Fall and Winter

It’s that time of year again. Pumpkin spice goodies and home makeover trends dominate Pinterest boards and magazine covers. Here are a few key trends for fall and winter: Woodsy Vibes Type in DIY wood pallet on Pinterest and watch the firestorm that comes back. This year, it’s all about mixing woods and stains. Whether …

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September 16, 2019

117 Calle Bello-A Home with Stunning Mountain Views!

http://www.117CalleBello.com This double-threat has gorgeous mountain AND ocean views! Take a look! With all the hustle and bustle of living in the city, you may be finding yourself in need of some fresh air, some middle-of-nowhere peace and quiet, and, of course, mountain views. Buying a home on the outskirts could mean a better place …

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September 13, 2019

Home Offices to Keep You Focused

Is your perfect office can be a quiet, secluded room in your home? A cozy seat on your veranda? Take a look at these “perfect for me” home offices! Back to school means one of two things for parents: Back to piles and piles of weekly homework, or, if your students are college-aged, back to …

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Looking for that perfect “in-town” getaway?

13 homes you will love to vacation in! Are you ready to buy a second home? One of these may be just your style! If you’ve done your research, you may know that owning a second home or a vacation home is a goal that many aspire to and can have many benefits. If you’re …

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June 17, 2019

Preparing Your Home for Sale

On a daily basis I am bombarded with real estate industry related blogs and articles. When I come across one that resonates with me, or that I think is worth sharing, I want to share it! I came across a blog post on www.HomeLight.com (1) written by Catrini Sun-Tan (2) detailing her come-aways from binge …

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