Home Inspectors

February 22, 2021

General/Subcontractors

A Collection of Recommended General & Subcontractors​​​​​​​DRAINAGE & IRRIGATION​​​​​​​ELECTRICALELEVATOREMERGENCY RESPONSE & REPAIREXCAVATING/DEMO...

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September 20, 2022

Faces of our Community: Cassie's Cardinals

Cassie’s Cardinals provides safe and reliable in-home care for families and corporations, including full and part-time babysitting, nanny placement, est...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

September 5, 2022

11 Family-Friendly Activities in Santa Barbara

Life in Santa Barbara is never dull, with activities available from culture to sports. Whether you’re looking to fill a morning or a whole day, whether y...

By Randy Solakian

April 19, 2022

7 Reasons Why People Love Living in Hope Ranch

Hope Ranch Homes for Sale are within a private community in Santa Barbara, California. The neighborhood often flies under the radar of the international c...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 11, 2021

Financing

A Collection of Recommended LendersCornerstone Home LendingThe Kelly Marsh Team805-563-1100​​​​SynergyOne Scott Bradley805-403-4012​​​​​​​Wells Fargo Laina May...

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August 9, 2022

Home Goods

A Collection of Recommended Home Goods SuppliersAPPLIANCESWDC Kitchen & BathFerguson Bath, Kitchen & LightingFOUNTAINSEye of the DayFURNITURESanta Barb...

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March 11, 2021

Shopping

A Collection of Our Favorite Shops & BoutiquesAngelK Frank​​​​​​​Whistle ClubWhiskey & LeatherWendy FosterJenni KayneChapala & ParkerHeritage Goods...

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March 11, 2021

Food & Wine

A Collection of Our Favorite Restaurants, Wineries & BarsRestaurantsPane e VinoAperitivoLucky's SteakhouseTre Lune RistoranteStonehouse RestaurantPlow &...

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March 11, 2021

Culture

A Collection of Our FavoriteCulture & ActivitiesMusicSanta Barbara BowlGranada TheaterMusic Academy of the WestLobero TheaterArlington TheaterCommunity Eve...

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June 7, 2021

Insurance

 A Collection of Recommended Insurance Agents & BrokersAllstate - Doug Harlowe805-963-3470Hub International - Josh Stichter805-879-9584805-284-6295Hom...

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June 30, 2022

Faces of our Community: Whitney Hoover

WH Body Refinery is a dance-based fitness studio located in the San Roque neighborhood near downtown Santa Barbara.  Meet Whitney Hoover, founder and inst...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

June 28, 2022

The Report 2022: Luxury Market Insights

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

June 21, 2022

Coral Casino Making a Comeback

Coral Casino Making a Comeback JUNE 21, 2022 | Reference Source Earlier this week, Coral Casino Beach and Cabana Club owner Ty Warner gave member...

By Montecito Journal

November 10, 2021

Appraisers

AppraisersJay Kenney(805) 689-6895Scott McIver(805) 962-5192Keith Anderson(805) 687-3522

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May 31, 2022

How to Prepare Your Luxury Home for Sale

Real estate in the seaside communities of Montecito, Santa Barbara, and Hope Ranch are all incredibly valuable. These towns have reputations for luxurious beac...

By Randy Solakian

May 6, 2022

Faces of our Community: DÔEN

Meet Margaret and Katherine Kleveland, sisters, Santa Barbara natives, and founders of DÔEN, a fashion and lifestyle store that just opened its newest sh...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 24, 2022

Faces of our Community: Kismet Montecito

Kismet is a boutique located in Montecito's Upper Village that offers intimate indulgences and fine jewelry to celebrate timeless femininity. Meet Lindsey Ecke...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

May 5, 2022

5 Ways to Get Outdoors in Montecito

  Due to its natural beauty and glimmering community, Montecito and the rest of Santa Barbara County has been nicknamed “The American Riviera.&rdquo...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

April 7, 2022

The Report 2022: Luxury Market Insights

THE REPORT 2022 Executive Summary  Global wealth rises by double-digits in 2021. Data from Wealth-X shows that the world’s wealthy population &mdas...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

April 6, 2022

What to Expect From Luxury Real Estate in Santa Barbara in 2022

The word “unprecedented” has become ubiquitous when describing the nation’s real estate market. Economists seem to be running out of superlat...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

June 1, 2021

What to know before relocating to Montecito

Montecito is the epitome of luxury and one of the most desirable towns to raise a family. It is home to some of the most notable people in the world including ...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 13, 2022

Thrillist's Best Restaurants in Santa Barbara

March 7, 2022 | By Danielle Bauter, and Leila Najafi Thrillist once again has turned the spotlight on Santa Barbara to feature some of the best dinin...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 13, 2022

Thrillist's Best Things to Do in Santa Barbara

Published February 25, 2022 | Written by By Danielle Bauter, and Leila Najafi Thrillist features the top 20 Reasons to drive to Santa Barbara from Los Ang...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 4, 2022

A California Home Outside Santa Barbara Lists for $21.5 Million

Wall Street Journal | Written by Libertina Brandt | Reference Source A postmodern home outside Santa Barbara, Calif., is hitting the market for $21.5 million, ...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

February 22, 2021

Home Maintenance

A Collection of Recommended Home Maintenance ExpertsCLEANERSMaster Care805-683-1915Fish Window Cleaning805-351-3511ARBORISTS AND PLANT SPECIALISTSAgriTurf,&nbs...

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February 1, 2022

Faces of our Community: Whitcraft Winery

Whitcraft Winery A long-standing member of the Santa Barbara winemaking community, Whitcraft Winery is obsessed with producing the highest quality wines.&nbs...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

November 6, 2021

Tasting your way through Julia Child’s Santa Barbara

Written by Julie Tremaine, SF Gate | November 6, 2021 | Reference Source With the documentary "Julia" due to be released on November 12, Julie Tremaine from th...

By Julie Tremaine, SF Gate

January 20, 2022

Faces of Our Community: Devon Remade

Meet Devon Watkins Reinauer of Devon Remade:   Q: How did you start your business?  A: I have worked in the fashion industry my whole career, but a...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

January 13, 2022

San Ysidro Ranch named one of Vogue Magazine's Most Romantic Getaways

Written by Elise Taylor | Vogue Magazine | Reference Source Vogue Magazine has named San Ysidro Ranch as one of the world's most romantic hotels. The local gem...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

December 16, 2021

Travel & Leisure Names Santa Ynez Valley One of the 50 Best Places ...

Travel & Leisure named California's Santa Ynez Valley one of the 50 best places to travel in 2022 Santa Ynez comes in at #38: Two hours from L.A., the Sant...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

December 21, 2021

Faces of our Community: The Tennis Shop of Montecito

The Tennis Shop of Montecito Meet Tony and Libby Hammond, Owners ofThe Tennis Shop of Montecito.   Q: Why did you start your business?   A: ...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

December 15, 2021

Santa Barbara Area Schools

Are you planning to relocate to the Santa Barbara area? Or do you already live in this Southern California community and want to move to a different home that ...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

February 23, 2021

Architects

A Collection of Recommended ArchitectsMarc Appleton310-828-0430Blackbird Architects805-957-1315Kaz Seefeldinfo@kasseefeld.comAndy Neumann805-684-8885

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December 9, 2021

Faces of our Community: Bettina

Faces of our Community Bettina is a cozy neighborhood restaurant serving naturally-leavened, Neapolitan-style pizza made with seasonal California ingredients. ...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

December 2, 2021

Faces of our Community: Bibi Ji

Faces of our Community Located on State Street in Downtown Santa Barbara, Bibi Ji offers residents and visitors an approachable and modern twist on traditional...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

November 18, 2021

Faces of our Community: Protea Gifts and Goods

Faces of our Community | Protea Gifts and Goods   Meet Mary Willer and Jenna Motola of Protea Gifts and Goods.   Q: Tell us a bit about your business...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

March 11, 2021

Schools

A Collection of Public & Private SchoolsPre-schoolsAll Saints by the SeaEl MontecitoSouth Coast MontessoriMontessori Center SchoolCathedral Oaks PreschoolQ...

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November 4, 2021

Santa Barbara County Wins Wine Region of the Year in Wine Enthusias...

Written by Matt Kettman, Wine Magazine | November 4, 2021 | Reference Source Santa Barbara County has won Wine Region of the Year in the Wine Enthusiast's 2021...

By Matt Kettman, Wine Mag

February 22, 2021

Home Inspectors

A Collection of Recommended Home InspectorsHOME INSPECTORSO’Brien Building & Inspections805-466-3148 (W)805-452-8390 (C)Steadfast Home Inspections805-295-8...

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November 2, 2021

Faces of our Community: Loria Stern

Faces of our Community Loria is a chef, baker, gardener and artist who loves creating delicious and healthy foods using local, seasonal and highest quality ing...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

November 2, 2021

Santa Barbara Is Quietly Becoming California’s New Must-Taste Desti...

Written by Julie Tremaine | Forbes, Travel Contributor | October 30, 2021 Santa Barbara has been making headlines in the culinary world. The region has finally...

By Julie Tremaine, Forbes Travel

October 30, 2021

A Look at Wealth 2021: Real Estate’s New Power Players

Released annually, “A Look at Wealth” is a supplement to The Report, which combines wealth data from Wealth-X, WealthEngine and The Institute for L...

By Coldwell Banker Global Luxury

April 20, 2021

Santa Barbara County Advances to Orange Tier of Reopening

Written by Jade Martinez-Pogue, Noozhawk | Reference Source Santa Barbara County advanced to the orange tier on Tuesday, after more than one month in the red t...

By Jade Martinez-Pogue, Noozhawk

September 16, 2021

Hope Ranch Lifestyle Guide

Hope Ranch Lifestyle Guide What buyers can expect when they move to this special Santa Barbara enclave. Photo Credit: Santa Barbara Independent   Locate...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

January 8, 2020

Santa Barbara is the Most Dynamic Wine Scene in California

Matt Kettman, SF Chronicle | Reference Source Thanks to the beautiful Transverse Range, Santa Barbara County has one of the most unique and dynamic wine-tastin...

By Matt Kettman, SF Chronicle

September 16, 2021

Beachside Glamping in Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara County's El Capitan Canyon is a 350-acre sustainable nature-lodging resort that sits on a beautiful stretch of coastline set among oak and sycamo...

By Jenna Sauter, Phoenix Magazine

September 23, 2021

Haute Living's Guide to Santa Barbara

Laura Schreffler, Haute Living's Travel writer, has taken on Santa Barbara with a guide of where to sleep, eat, wine and dine while staying on the American Riv...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

September 23, 2021

Santa Barbara's First Annual Burrito Week

Santa Barbara's First Ever Burrito Week From September 23 to 29, 17 burritos across town will be available for $7  Santa Barbara is home to countless rest...

By Indy Staff

September 9, 2021

Faces of Our Community: Leonard Unander Associates

Faces of Our Community  Leonard Unander Associates  "Family owned and operated,  recognized for our impeccable planning process, and strong sens...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group

September 23, 2021

Faces of our Community: Montecito Fire Department

Faces of our Community Montecito Fire Department Interview with Christina Favuzzi, Public Information Officer   What does the Montecito Fire Department do...

By Randy Solakian Estates Group