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Market Report and Stats for Downtown Santa Barbara, 93101.

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Are you looking to buy a property in the Historic Downtown area of Santa Barbara? Let us help you find everything you need to know about buying or selling a home! As the preeminent Real Estate professional in my community … Continue reading →

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Basic Tips for First-time Buyers

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

It’s a scary step going from renter to first-time homeowner. Where does one start on the search for the perfect home? How much home can you really afford? Are you ready to sign on that dotted line.

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What Influences Credit Scores

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Its a three-digit number that carries a lot of influence over your future. It can dictate whether or not you’ll qualify for a home, car, or business loan. It can also be the deciding factor in whether or not you … Continue reading →

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What does the Real Estate Market look like in Beautiful and Historic Downtown Santa Barbara? Take a look at all of the properties for sale and listings from the Santa Barbara MLS, Multiple Listing Service.

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Are you looking to buy a property in the Historic Downtown area of Santa Barbara? Let us help you find everything you need to know about buying or selling a home! As the preeminent Real Estate professional in my community … Continue reading →

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How to Spend 48 Hours in Santa Barbara

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Fall’s grape harvest is the perfect excuse for a weekend away as industry locals share the new (and old) hot spots to hit.

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How to Reduce Credit Card Bills Other Than the Debt Relief Options

Posted on November 19, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Though there are various debt relief options through which you may be able to reduce your credit card debts and pay those down too, it is more important for you to use some strategies, that are ultimately going to help … Continue reading →

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Is a shorter-term mortgage right for you?

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

You may pay off your home loan quicker, but you’ll also pay more per month. Here’s a look at the pros and cons of this practice.

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Real Estate Outlook: New Home Sale Surge

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

by Carla Hill There was a 5.7 percent increase in the number of sales of newly built, single-family homes in the month of September according to HUD and U.S. Census Bureau. This is the fastest pace since April 2010, when … Continue reading →

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The Knowledgeable Realtor

Posted on November 13, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

We are so thankful that we took the recommendations of our friends and decided to work with Jon. Despite the incredibly tough market, he got our house sold within three weeks of listing it! But he worked his real magic … Continue reading →

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10 Reasons to Buy a Home now

Posted on November 12, 2012 by Jon Mahoney

Owning a home has been a part of the American Dream for decades. If you are still unsure, however, whether or not homeownership is the move for you, be sure to read these ten reasons to buy.

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