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If you know Joe Parker at the Santa Barbara Group, you know he is a curious guy. He’s always learning, searching and exploring. Today he wants to help you learn about Zen Den. What the…
Exceed expectations. That’s one of the core values Joe Parker and Garrett McCaw live by. It is certainly one of the reasons so many people refer their friends and family to them. Exceeding expectations is not…
Mission Canyon, A Great Area To Call Home Santa Barbara has amazing neighborhoods, each with its own character and personality. In this article, we will explore what it is like living in the Mission Canyon…
What room gives you the best bang for the buck when considering a remodel? The kitchen wins just about every time. Many of our clients are staying in their homes longer, and at some point,…
The History of The Term Real Estate Do you ever keep a dictionary close by with reading? Kindle’s let you click on a word and find its meaning. We were thinking about this and our…
3709 Hitchcock Ranch Rd, Santa Barbara CA Nestled in Hitchcock Ranch at 3709 Hitchcock Ranch Rd is a home you, a friend or client will love to call home. For those who are unfamiliar, Hitchcock…
Today, we’d like to offer some Staycation ideas in the Santa Barbara area. Our amazing town attracts visitors from across the planet, yet many locals have not taken the time to play in their own…
Looking for a gracious home in the Upper East Side? How about a 5 bedroom, 5 bath, 3000+sq. ft. place just off Garden Street on Mission? The home has been tastefully remodeled with a sweet…
There is something quite special watching and hearing eight magnificent horses churning down the field under the masterful guidance of enthusiastic riders. The game is polo, and we are so fortunate to have one of…
Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Report – June 2018 It is hard to believe we are almost 6 months into 2018. With that said, let’s take a look at some numbers. As in past Santa…
There are so many great reasons to call Santa Barbara home, the beach, the people, the culture, UCSB, downtown and certainly the Santa Barbara Bowl. Joe Parker, a Santa Barbara native and partner with The…
If you know Joe Parker or follow him on Facebook, you also know he is a bit of a sport and exercise buff. Like his business partner, Garrett McCaw, he is an avid surfer. You…
Energy Commission Requires Solar Power For New Home Construction Once again, California takes the lead. A recent vote of the California Energy Commission paves the way for solar power required for new homes constructed in 2020 and…
Should You Write A Cover Letter For Your Offer? You’ve found the perfect home and now ready to write an offer. Simple, right? Wrong. For seasoned pros like Joe Parker and Garrett McCaw, writing an…
Best Choice To Sell or Buy a Home In Santa Barbara Real estate agents may talk a great game, yet the proof is in their actual results. So who is the best choice to sell…
Recording Home Buyers May Be legal Joe Parker and Garrett McCaw have had both home buyers and sellers ask about recording people when they look at a home. After reading an article on the subject they…
We are excited to represent this 2 bedroom, 2 bath home in the More Mesa area. It is coming on the market soon and we wanted to give our friends a heads up. Below is…
Much has been written about staging a home for sale. The idea behind “staging” is to show the home in its best light to prospective home buyers. In this article, entitled “Easy to do home…
March 2018 Real Estate Report – Impact of The Mudslide Joe Parker of The Santa Barbara Group is here to give you his take on the impact of the Montecito Mudslide in this March 2018…
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Information Guide Welcome to our brief Santa Barbara Neighborhood Information Guide. We want to give you an overview of some of Santa Barbara’s exciting areas. We hope you enjoy learning about the…
Fuel up and get your agenda ready – it’s time to go celebrity spotting in the city of angels. Santa Barbara is only two hours away, and it’s easy to plan a quick day trip…
Santa Barbara Real Estate Market News – February 2018 A lot of people are wondering what will happen with the Santa Barbara Real Estate Market as we move past the recent fires and Montecito mudslide.…
What is it Like Living in Santa Barbara’s Riviera Neighborhood? The Riviera neighborhood is often touted as one of Santa Barbara’s finest areas. We get lots of calls and emails asking what it is like…
We’ve been getting a lot of real estate questions about what’s going to happen in Santa Barbara after the Mudslide. We have some thoughts on the subject, yet real data will take a few weeks or…
In real estate, we often talk to home sellers about curb appeal. It is an important factor that sometimes gets overlooked when prepping a home for sale. Some ask how important curb appeal is to…
Our friend Medina at Pet Etiquette sent over an article about moving when you have a dog. We thought it might be helpful info for those traveling during the holiday or escaping smoky Santa Barbara…
If you really love great vegetarian and vegan meals, you probably put the Mesa Verde Restaurant high on your favs list. Most agree it ranks among the best vegetarian eateries on the central coast and beyond. Mesa…
Nestled on the Canon Perdido side of Paseo Nuevo is another of Joe Parker’s top restaurant picks, The Bue Owl. Known for being a late night food stop, it is also a great lunch choice as…
Buying A Home in Santa Barbara Where Do I Begin? People often wonder where they should begin when thinking about buying a home in Santa Barbara. Some begin with searching for homes currently on the…
Are You Impacted By The Equifax Data Breach? Joe Parker of the Santa Barbara Group at Berkshire Hathaway HSCP talks about how you can find out if you’ve been affected by the Equifax data breach.…