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Read the latest news, tips, and insights for the Santa Barbara real estate market.

Weathered barn posts frame a vineyard, with a dry-stacked stone wall and oak trees beyond.

What the Per-Acre Price in Santa Ynez Valley Won't Tell You

August 13, 2026

Stucco outdoor fireplace beside a built-in bench with linen cushions, terracotta pavers, and Mediterranean plants.

What's Worth Doing In Santa Ynez This August

August 6, 2026

Travertine dining table beneath a timber loggia, with open glass doors, olive branches, and a potted citrus tree.

What August Actually Looks Like In Montecito This Year

August 6, 2026

Living room with limestone fireplace, oak built-ins, and glass doors opening onto a planted patio.

Preparing Your Goleta Home For Out-Of-Area Buyers

July 9, 2026

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Now's a great time to Sell Your House

Cheylin MacKahan | April 29, 2024

Thinking about selling your house? If you are, you might be weighing factors like today’s mortgage rates and your own changing needs to figure out your next move.

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What Solvang Actually Feels Like In Summer, According To People Who Live Here

July 23, 2026

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Los Olivos Wine Country Lifestyle Guide

July 16, 2026

Warm-white stucco home with cedar porch screen, oak door, and landscaped concrete approach.

Relocating To Goleta For Work And Home

July 2, 2026

Warm-modern condo entry with stucco walls, cedar details, and a glimpse of a pool.

Santa Barbara Condo Market Guide For Move-Up Buyers

June 25, 2026

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Outdoor Lifestyle In Santa Barbara’s Coastal Zone

June 18, 2026

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Selling A Montecito Home From Afar

June 11, 2026

Hillside home with an architectural threshold framing a glimpse of ocean.

Montecito Oceanfront Vs Hillside Living

June 4, 2026

Shared condo courtyard with two contrasting entry doors, limestone pavers, and drought-tolerant plants.

Choosing Between A Condo And House In Goleta

May 21, 2026

Limestone terrace beside an open glass wall, with an oak pergola, built-in bench, and Mediterranean plants.

Santa Barbara Neighborhoods That Maximize Outdoor Living

May 28, 2026

Buff decomposed-granite pad meets a limestone drive beside a sandstone retaining wall and stucco wall.

Guide To Buying Land In Los Olivos Wine Country

May 14, 2026

Stable aisle with cedar and fir stalls, black fronts, rubber pavers, and a barn opening onto plants.

Understanding Equestrian Properties In Santa Ynez

May 7, 2026

Poolside facade with warm stucco, charcoal glazing, an oak soffit, limestone terrace, and Mediterranean plants.

Montecito Homebuying Guide For Out-Of-Area Buyers

April 23, 2026

Living room with exposed timber beams, a stone fireplace, and views of a swimming pool.

Key Terms Every Homebuyer Should Learn

Cheylin MacKahan | January 19, 2024

A measure of whether someone earns enough to qualify for a loan on a typical home based on the most recent price, income, and mortgage rate data.

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Smart Strategy For Selling A Santa Ynez Ranch Or Vineyard

April 16, 2026

Living room with oak ceiling, dark-framed glass slider, and a planted stucco courtyard.

What It’s Like To Live In Solvang Year Round

April 2, 2026

Backyard swimming pool beside a Mediterranean-style home, with a terracotta patio and outdoor dining area.

2 Reasons Why Today's Mortgage Rate Trend Is Good For Sellers

Cheylin MacKahan | January 17, 2024

If you’ve been holding off on selling your house to make a move because you felt mortgage rates were too high, their recent downward trend is exciting news for you.

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Goleta Neighborhoods Families Love To Call Home

March 24, 2026

Living room with a stone fireplace, exposed timber ceiling, and coffee table on a blue rug.

Experts Project Home Prices Will Increase in 2024

Cheylin MacKahan | January 23, 2024

Even though home prices are going up nationally, some people are still worried they might come down.

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3 Key Factors Affecting Home Affordability

Cheylin MacKahan | January 18, 2024

Over the past year, a lot of people have been talking about housing affordability.

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Santa Barbara Listing Prep Timeline From Decision To Sold

March 5, 2026

White Mediterranean-style villa with bougainvillea, citrus tree, tiled terrace, and pool beside the sea.

What Lower Rates Could Mean for Santa Barbara Buyers

November 21, 2025

Stucco and tile homes beside a modern stucco-and-glass house, framed by mature coastal-style planting.

Santa Barbara Or Montecito For Coastal Homebuyers

February 19, 2026

Seaside villa with a furnished patio, bougainvillea-covered pergola, and palm trees beside a coastal path.

Inside Montecito Coastal Living Near Butterfly Beach

February 5, 2026

Modern stone villa with a lit outdoor kitchen, reflecting pool, and ocean view at dusk.

Smart Home Upgrades Montecito Buyers Expect in 2025

October 9, 2025

Essential Smart Home Features Montecito Homebuyers Demand

Modern hillside home with glass walls, a reflecting pool, and a coastal view at sunset.

Must-Have Smart Home Features for Montecito Homeowners

October 9, 2025

Enhance Your Montecito Lifestyle with Cutting-Edge Smart Technology

Terracotta-roofed villa and patio beside a reflecting pool, with vineyards and hills beyond.

Buying a Second Home in Los Olivos

January 15, 2026

Utility room with wall-mounted boiler, water heater, exposed pipes, and coiled hoses beneath a countertop.

Heat Pump Water Heaters In Montecito’s CZ6 Homes

October 16, 2025

Mediterranean-style coastal villa with arched veranda, palm tree, and flower garden overlooking calm water.

Best Time To List in Santa Barbara

January 1, 2026

Stone vineyard estate with a long pool, surrounded by rows of grapevines and distant mountains.

How Jumbo Loans Work in Santa Ynez

December 18, 2025

Modern single-story brick house with a timber garage door, framed by mature trees and distant hills.

First-Time Buyer Guide to Goleta Neighborhoods

December 4, 2025

Coastal neighborhood above white cliffs and a sandy beach, with ocean and distant mountains.

3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House in 2024

Cheylin MacKahan | January 22, 2024

If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement about what’s ahead and feeling a little … Read more

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Are More Homeowners Selling as Mortgage Rates Come Down?

Cheylin MacKahan | January 24, 2024

If you’re looking to buy a home, the recent downward trend in mortgage rates is good news because it helps with affordability.

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High‑Balance Loan Limits And Montecito Buying Power

November 6, 2025

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