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Why Haven’t Mortgage Rates Dropped Despite the Fed Lowering Interest Rates?
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Why Haven’t Mortgage Rates Dropped Despite the Fed Lowering Interest Rates?

November 16, 2024

Many Santa Barbara Homebuyers Are Wondering When Rates Will Finally Turn Around.

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Does It Matter Who the President Is for the Real Estate Market? A Montecito Perspective
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Does It Matter Who the President Is for the Real Estate Market? A Montecito Perspe...

November 10, 2024

How much impact will the 2024 election have on the Montecito real estate market?

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Does The Montecito Real Estate Market Slow Down in Winter?
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Does The Montecito Real Estate Market Slow Down in Winter?

November 3, 2024

Are the winter months slower in Montecito as they are across the nation?

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When Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate?
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When Do You Pay Capital Gains Tax on Real Estate?

October 26, 2024

Learn About The Ins & Outs of Capital Gains Taxes and Santa Barbara Real Estate

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Why Buy a Home In Santa Barbara This Winter
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Why Buy a Home In Santa Barbara This Winter

October 19, 2024

When most people think about purchasing a luxury home, spring and summer tend to be the prime seasons. However, buying a luxury home in the winter,...

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Should You Stage Your Montecito Home?
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Should You Stage Your Montecito Home?

October 15, 2024

While luxury homes are often attractive on their own, staging can help sell your home for more.

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2024 Montecito Real Estate Market Report
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2024 Montecito Real Estate Market Report

October 5, 2024

Heading into the final quarter of 2024, how has Montecito real estate performed?

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Why Montecito Homebuyers May Still Get a Mortgage
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Why Montecito Homebuyers May Still Get a Mortgage

September 21, 2024

Even the ultra-wealthy take out mortgages, and there are plenty of reasons to consider it!

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Mediterranean-Style Architecture in Montecito: A Timeless Elegance
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Mediterranean-Style Architecture in Montecito: A Timeless Elegance

September 9, 2024

The Classic Montecito Look & How It Came To Be

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Hope Ranch Rides On
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Hope Ranch Rides On

August 29, 2024

A Strong Equestrian Community Helps This Area Thrive

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Optimism Re-Enters The Montecito Real Estate Market
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Optimism Re-Enters The Montecito Real Estate Market

August 22, 2024

What do luxury homebuyers REALLY want?

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Mortgage Rates Dropping...What Does It Mean For Santa Barbara Real Estate?
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Mortgage Rates Dropping...What Does It Mean For Santa Barbara Real Estate?

August 15, 2024

As mortgage rates are expected to be lowered in September, how should you react?

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How To Protect Your Montecito Home From Wildfires
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How To Protect Your Montecito Home From Wildfires

July 27, 2024

As California experiences yet another massive wildfire, it is important to protect your home.

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How Does The Election Impact Santa Barbara Real Estate?
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How Does The Election Impact Santa Barbara Real Estate?

July 15, 2024

While outcomes are another story, the fact that 2024 is an election year has impacts on real estate.

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Buying a Home In Montecito: A Unique Experience
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Buying a Home In Montecito: A Unique Experience

July 6, 2024

While some things about the homebuying process are the same everywhere, Montecito has some unique characteristics!

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Luxury Real Estate Continues To Grow: Why Now Might Be the Time To Sell
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Luxury Real Estate Continues To Grow: Why Now Might Be the Time To Sell

June 30, 2024

Prices continue to climb for Montecito real estate...now might be the time to list.

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New Montecito Listing Showcases the Importance of Renovation
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New Montecito Listing Showcases the Importance of Renovation

June 22, 2024

Purchased for $11 million, sell for $52 million? Sounds like a sweet deal!

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How To Hire The Right Realtor To Sell Your Santa Barbara Home
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How To Hire The Right Realtor To Sell Your Santa Barbara Home

June 15, 2024

Who you hire matters!

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All About Santa Barbara Property Taxes
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All About Santa Barbara Property Taxes

June 2, 2024

Understanding Property Taxes Is Essential Before You Buy A Home

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Can You Buy A Home Without an Agent? Yes. Should You? Probably Not
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Can You Buy A Home Without an Agent? Yes. Should You? Probably Not

May 26, 2024

Mistakes can cost you thousands...is it worth the risk?

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What's It Like Living In Montecito?
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What's It Like Living In Montecito?

May 19, 2024

Moving to Montecito can be exciting, but why is it everyone loves it so much?

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Is Fractional Homeownership the Future?
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Is Fractional Homeownership the Future?

May 12, 2024

Is owning a part of a home the next big thing?

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5 Things Montecito Homebuyers Demand In Their Next Home
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5 Things Montecito Homebuyers Demand In Their Next Home

May 4, 2024

Does your home have the features buyers are looking for?

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Santa Barbara Is #1 In Emerging Housing Markets
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Santa Barbara Is #1 In Emerging Housing Markets

April 28, 2024

What does this mean for both Santa Barbara homebuyers & sellers?

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Montecito: A Unique Real Estate Market
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Montecito: A Unique Real Estate Market

April 20, 2024

Learn what makes Montecito an interesting real estate market

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Home Trends That Montecito Buyers Want
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Home Trends That Montecito Buyers Want

April 14, 2024

The newest trends in real estate can help you sell your Montecito home for more money.

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The Mansion From 'Scarface' is Now For Sale
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The Mansion From 'Scarface' is Now For Sale

February 25, 2024

One of the most iconic homes in Montecito is now on the market.

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Unique Ways To Improve Your Santa Barbara Home's Value
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Unique Ways To Improve Your Santa Barbara Home's Value

February 18, 2024

While traditional updates help, these other tips could give you a significant boost when selling your Santa Barbara home.

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Selling a Home In Santa Barbara During The Holidays
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Selling a Home In Santa Barbara During The Holidays

December 4, 2023

Are the Holidays a Good Time to List Your Home?

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The REAL Ways To Maximize Your Montecito Home Value
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The REAL Ways To Maximize Your Montecito Home Value

November 12, 2023

With so many tips & sites offering advice, here is some advice from a top selling Montecito Realtor

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Remodeling Your Bathrooms Can Help Sell Your Home
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Remodeling Your Bathrooms Can Help Sell Your Home

October 23, 2023

Upgrading Your Bathrooms Can Help You List & Sell For More Money

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Luxury Home Trends To Invest In
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Luxury Home Trends To Invest In

October 15, 2023

Find New Ways To Improve Your Home Value

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Can You Still Sell Your Montecito Home This Fall?
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Can You Still Sell Your Montecito Home This Fall?

September 24, 2023

With economic indicators being mixed, many are wondering when to sell.

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Investing in Real Estate in Santa Barbara
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Investing in Real Estate in Santa Barbara

September 8, 2023

Several Different Ways Can Help You Become an Investor

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Why Fall Is a Great Time To Buy a Home in Santa Barbara
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Why Fall Is a Great Time To Buy a Home in Santa Barbara

August 27, 2023

It May Be Different In Some Markets, But In Santa Barbara It's Time To Buy

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Buying a Second Home Or Investment Property?
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Buying a Second Home Or Investment Property?

August 3, 2023

Understand The Differences Before Making A Decision

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Why 2024 Is A Good Year To Buy a Home in Santa Barbara
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Why 2024 Is A Good Year To Buy a Home in Santa Barbara

July 2, 2023

California's Overall Housing Market Is Getting Buyer-Friendly!

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Should You Buy A Vacation Home?
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Should You Buy A Vacation Home?

June 11, 2023

Santa Barbara & Montecito homeowners might still want a getaway!

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Improvements That Pay Off
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Improvements That Pay Off

June 4, 2023

What Home Improvements Increase ROI When Selling Your Montecito Home?

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Buying a Home in Santa Barbara: Home Inspections
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Buying a Home in Santa Barbara: Home Inspections

May 29, 2023

What is a home inspection? Do you need one?

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Will Montecito See a Housing Market Downturn?
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Will Montecito See a Housing Market Downturn?

May 8, 2023

Data says no, despite what alarmists claim

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Increase The Value Of Your Santa Barbara Home
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Increase The Value Of Your Santa Barbara Home

April 23, 2023

How a HELOC Loan Used To Make Home Improvements Can Help

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How Commercial Real Estate Failure May Improve The Santa Barbara Housing Market
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How Commercial Real Estate Failure May Improve The Santa Barbara Housing Market

March 26, 2023

A Change In How We Work Is Creating Opportunities Where We Live

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Santa Barbara Real Estate: The Week in Review
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Santa Barbara Real Estate: The Week in Review

Maureen Mcdermut | March 26, 2023

The Week in Review

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Looking For Luxury Real Estate? Look No Further Than Montecito
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Looking For Luxury Real Estate? Look No Further Than Montecito

February 26, 2023

Picturesque settings and top rated schools make Montecito a top pick for luxury buyers.

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Why 2023 Will Be The Year To Buy A Home in Santa Barbara
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Why 2023 Will Be The Year To Buy A Home in Santa Barbara

February 8, 2023

Market trends indicate this will be a great year for home buyers.

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2023 Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Projections
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2023 Santa Barbara Real Estate Market Projections

December 27, 2022

What will the real estate market in Santa Barbara look like in 2023?

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The Details Matter When Selling Your Montecito Home
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The Details Matter When Selling Your Montecito Home

November 27, 2022

Selling Your Home Takes Attention To Detail In Every Step

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Are Home Inspections Necessary in Santa Barbara?
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Are Home Inspections Necessary in Santa Barbara?

November 20, 2022

During inflationary times, many home buyers are looking to cut costs.

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Montecito Real Estate Still a Good Investment
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Montecito Real Estate Still a Good Investment

October 30, 2022

Ariana Grande Shows How Profit Can Be Earned

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Stage Your Santa Barbara Home To Sell For More
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Stage Your Santa Barbara Home To Sell For More

October 7, 2022

You Can Still Maximize Your Home's Sale Price

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How The Slavin House Hasn't Sold
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How The Slavin House Hasn't Sold

October 2, 2022

Famous Mid-Century Modern Home Won't Sell. Why?

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Real Estate News Looks Bleak-But Not In Montecito
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Real Estate News Looks Bleak-But Not In Montecito

September 9, 2022

The News Can Look Bad, Unless You're In a Luxury Home

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Recent News Highlights Need For Hiring a Montecito Realtor
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Recent News Highlights Need For Hiring a Montecito Realtor

August 14, 2022

Market fluctuations can create a real estate nightmare

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Should I Wait To Sell My Montecito Home?
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Should I Wait To Sell My Montecito Home?

July 8, 2022

Has the Seller's Market Officially Ended?

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Is It Too Late To Refinance My Home?
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Is It Too Late To Refinance My Home?

June 27, 2022

With Rising Interest Rates, Did You Miss The Refinancing Boat?

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Buying & Insuring a Home in Montecito
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Buying & Insuring a Home in Montecito

June 12, 2022

Wildfires & Mudslides Can Be A Factor, But Fear Not.

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What Is Going On With The Housing Market?
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What Is Going On With The Housing Market?

June 4, 2022

Changes Seem To Be Happening Quickly, So You Need To Be Prepared!

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Are We Heading For a Housing Market Downturn?
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Are We Heading For a Housing Market Downturn?

May 21, 2022

Experts Agree the Housing Market Is Changing, But What Does That Mean?

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How Will Rising Interest Rates Impact The Montecito Housing Market?
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How Will Rising Interest Rates Impact The Montecito Housing Market?

May 6, 2022

Will the Recent Rate Hike Impact Buying (or Selling) a Home in Montecito?

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Where Are Santa Barbara Home Prices Headed?
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Where Are Santa Barbara Home Prices Headed?

May 3, 2022

What Can You Expect When Buying or Selling a Home in Santa Barbara?

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How To Win A Bidding War In Montecito
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How To Win A Bidding War In Montecito

April 23, 2022

Creative Solutions May Help You Win

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20 Questions To Ask A Santa Barbara Realtor
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20 Questions To Ask A Santa Barbara Realtor

April 16, 2022

Ask These Questions Before Hiring Any Agent To Sell Your Home

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Should You Sell With an iBuyer in Montecito
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Should You Sell With an iBuyer in Montecito

April 9, 2022

Recent News Suggests Tech Might Not Be the Safest Way To Sell

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How to Avoid a Delayed Closing in Santa Barbara
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How to Avoid a Delayed Closing in Santa Barbara

April 2, 2022

There Are Many Things That Can Hold Up Your Closing

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Prep Your Home To Sell This Spring
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Prep Your Home To Sell This Spring

March 25, 2022

Santa Barbara Homes Are Hot Commodities, But You Want To Get The Most Money Possible

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Will The Montecito Housing Market Crash or Cool Off in 2022?
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Will The Montecito Housing Market Crash or Cool Off in 2022?

March 20, 2022

Buyer Demand is Still High, But Will That Change In 2022?

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The Differences in Contingent, Under Contract & Pending
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The Differences in Contingent, Under Contract & Pending

March 11, 2022

Learn More About Key Real Estate Terms

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Make Multifunctional Spaces Work For You
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Make Multifunctional Spaces Work For You

March 4, 2022

How We Live In Our Montecito Homes Has Changed

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Santa Barbara Housing Supply & Demand
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Santa Barbara Housing Supply & Demand

February 25, 2022

How They Affect Your Buying & Selling Goals

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Pros & Cons Of Selling Without a Montecito Realtor
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Pros & Cons Of Selling Without a Montecito Realtor

February 18, 2022

Exploring Whether You Need an Agent or Not

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Home Paint Trends For 2022
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Home Paint Trends For 2022

February 12, 2022

Paint Colors Buyers Want

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Scared To Sell Your Santa Barbara Home?
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Scared To Sell Your Santa Barbara Home?

February 4, 2022

Common Fears of Homeowners in 2022

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Home Improvements That Earn Money
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Home Improvements That Earn Money

January 28, 2022

Understanding What Improvements Make You More Money vs. Those That Don't

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What Is My Santa Barbara Home Worth?
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What Is My Santa Barbara Home Worth?

January 21, 2022

Whether Selling or Refinancing, This is Probably Your First Question

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The Things You Need To Know Before Selling Your Home
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The Things You Need To Know Before Selling Your Home

January 14, 2022

Be Prepared For A Brand New Montecito Real Estate Market in 2022

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Waiting to Sell Your Montecito Home Could Cost You a Fortune
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Waiting to Sell Your Montecito Home Could Cost You a Fortune

January 6, 2022

Market Factors are Indicating That the Time to Sell is Now.

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Hire a Realtor to Sell Your Home in 2022
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Hire a Realtor to Sell Your Home in 2022

December 30, 2021

Why Hiring a Professional is Essential

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Santa Barbara Homebuyers Need to Be Ready
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Santa Barbara Homebuyers Need to Be Ready

December 22, 2021

Making a Move This Winter Might Be The Best Idea

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Will The Housing Market Slow Down This Winter?
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Will The Housing Market Slow Down This Winter?

December 17, 2021

Not Likely, Especially For Sellers!

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Waiting To Buy A Home Will Cost You
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Waiting To Buy A Home Will Cost You

December 10, 2021

2 Reasons Why Waiting to Buy a Home in Montecito Will Cost You

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Win When You Sell Your Santa Barbara Home
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Win When You Sell Your Santa Barbara Home

December 8, 2021

And Win When You Buy Your Next Home

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Think Strategically When Buying a Home
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Think Strategically When Buying a Home

December 3, 2021

Think of Buying a Home In Santa Barbara Like Chess

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Real Estate Fake News
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Real Estate Fake News

November 26, 2021

Don't Believe Everything You Read

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Great News For Home Sellers
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Great News For Home Sellers

November 17, 2021

You'll Likely Receive A Lot of Strong Offers This Season

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How Montecito Home Sellers Are Winning
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How Montecito Home Sellers Are Winning

November 12, 2021

Low Inventory is a Boon For Sellers

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Montecito Sellers Have Incredible Leverage
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Montecito Sellers Have Incredible Leverage

November 3, 2021

Selling Your Montecito Home Now Gives You The Upper Hand

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Santa Barbara Housing Challenge or Opportunity?
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Santa Barbara Housing Challenge or Opportunity?

October 27, 2021

Depending On Your Needs, The Housing Market Could Be A Problem or A Blessing

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Want to Move? Build a New Home in Santa Barbara
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Want to Move? Build a New Home in Santa Barbara

October 21, 2021

Inventory of Newly Built Homes is Rising

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Renovate or Sell Your Montecito Home?
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Renovate or Sell Your Montecito Home?

October 13, 2021

That IS the Question!

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Tips To Prep Your Montecito Home For Sale
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Tips To Prep Your Montecito Home For Sale

October 6, 2021

4 Ways To Increase Your Sale Price This Fall

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Sell Your Montecito Home With An Agent
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Sell Your Montecito Home With An Agent

September 29, 2021

Unless You Like Working Harder For Less

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Is It Time For a New House?
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Is It Time For a New House?

September 23, 2021

Learn How to Assess Your Needs

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The Truth About Home Buyer Demand in Montecito
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The Truth About Home Buyer Demand in Montecito

September 16, 2021

Is Demand Declining? Learn The Truth!

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Should You Sell Your Santa Barbara Home This Fall?
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Should You Sell Your Santa Barbara Home This Fall?

September 8, 2021

The Answer is Yes, The Reasons May Surprise You

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Appraisal Gaps
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Appraisal Gaps

September 1, 2021

What Buyers & Sellers Need to Know

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Is 2021 The Year To Sell My Home?
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Is 2021 The Year To Sell My Home?

August 25, 2021

The Short Answer is YES

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Montecito Real Estate: No Lack of Demand
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Montecito Real Estate: No Lack of Demand

August 18, 2021

Supply Is Still Ultra Low

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New Shift Favors Santa Barbara Home Sellers
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New Shift Favors Santa Barbara Home Sellers

August 11, 2021

Buyers Now Prefer Existing Homes

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Montecito Home Price Appreciation
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Montecito Home Price Appreciation

August 4, 2021

Make Montecito Home Price Appreciation Work For You

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Inside a Light-Filled Aerie in Tribeca Inside a Light-Filled Aerie in Tribeca

Once one of Manhattan’s bustling industrial districts, today the Tribeca neighborhood is a dynamic cultural center and prized residential destination—a nexus of painstakin...

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Significant Sales: October 2022 Highlights Significant Sales: October 2022 Highlights

From a US$28.5M sale in Makena, Hawaii to a SG$18.5M sale in Singapore, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® global network in October. S...

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High-End Hospitality: 4 Estates with Welcoming Guesthouses High-End Hospitality: 4 Estates with Welcoming Guesthouses

One of the benefits of owning an expansive estate is being able to offer visitors their own truly private quarters. From Sagaponack to Sonoma, these guesthouses are seclud...

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Luxury Real Estate headlines: Fourth Week in November 2022 Luxury Real Estate headlines: Fourth Week in November 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Mykonos, Greece | Greece Sotheby’s International Realty The oce...

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Life of Luxury | Miami Beach Opens a Doorway of Discovery Life of Luxury | Miami Beach Opens a Doorway of Discovery

Charles Andrews – ONE Sotheby’s International Realty It’s no exaggeration to say that Miami Beach is a marvel—a marvel of nature, culture, engineering and ingenuity. Barri...

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Sotheby’s International Realty Opens First Office in Kazakhstan Sotheby’s International Realty Opens First Office in Kazakhstan

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Inside Santa Fe’s Vida Encantada Inside Santa Fe’s Vida Encantada

North of Santa Fe, where the Sangre de Cristo Mountains begin to roll toward the historic downtown, an incomparable estate stretches gracefully across a 3.7-acre hilltop a...

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New Development Spotlight: 1661 Tanglewood New Development Spotlight: 1661 Tanglewood

Showcasing the height of new luxury construction in some of the world’s most sought-after locations, let’s explore an exclusive new development from our worldwide network....

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A Feast for the Eyes: 4 Inviting Dining Rooms A Feast for the Eyes: 4 Inviting Dining Rooms

Whether it’s the setting for a festive formal fête or a casual weeknight meal, the dining room is a key space in every modern home. From Fifth Avenue to the hills above th...

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in November 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Third Week in November 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Park City, Utah | Summit Sotheby’s International Realty The pro...

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Meet Space | These Luxury Homes are Great for Gathering, Online and Offline Meet Space | These Luxury Homes are Great for Gathering, Online and Offline

Some techno-futurists predict that we may one day spend most of our time connected to a “metaverse,” or upload our minds to the cloud to achieve a sort of digital immortal...

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Video of the Week: A Stunning Hilltop Home in Los Angeles, California Video of the Week: A Stunning Hilltop Home in Los Angeles, California

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week.  Los Angeles, California | The ...

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Inside a Houston Haven Inside a Houston Haven

In the heart of Houston’s Inner Loop, the landmark neighborhood of River Oaks is a lush, leafy enclave and one of Houston’s most exclusive, revered for its stalwart oak tr...

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Look to the Stars: 3 Homes for Stargazing Look to the Stars: 3 Homes for Stargazing

Since the dawn of time, humans have looked to the night skies in search of something bigger than ourselves. We have sought out direction, greater meaning, and contemplated...

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Bon Appétit! 4 Homes with French Ranges Bon Appétit! 4 Homes with French Ranges

Ranges from brands like Cornue and Lacanche—whose designs recall vintage stoves in French countryside homes—add a dose of Old World charm and craftsmanship to any kitchen....

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in November 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in November 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | Los Cabos Sotheby’s International Real...

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Mood Board | A Luxury Home Inspired by the Skies Mood Board | A Luxury Home Inspired by the Skies

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Video of the Week: A Distinguished Estate in Stockbridge, Massachusetts Video of the Week: A Distinguished Estate in Stockbridge, Massachusetts

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week.  Stockbridge, Massachusetts | Pat...

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Inside a San Francisco Landmark Inside a San Francisco Landmark

Owning a historic property offers a unique opportunity for an individual to act as a steward of a city’s and nation’s history and to interpret and share that heritage. Thi...

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New and Notable Luxury Homes for Sale Over $10 million | November 2022 New and Notable Luxury Homes for Sale Over $10 million | November 2022

From a seafront property in Lidingo, Sweden, to an elegant estate in Seattle, Washington, these are this month’s four featured notable properties for sale over $10 million....

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Blow Off Some Steam: 4 Homes with Saunas Blow Off Some Steam: 4 Homes with Saunas

Spending a few minutes in a sauna has been known to release endorphins and improve physical and mental health. Whether part of a spa-inspired bath or freestanding in an id...

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in November 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in November 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Rockville Centre, New York | Daniel Gale Sotheby’s Internationa...

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Open House | Inside a LEED Certified Beachfront Estate Open House | Inside a LEED Certified Beachfront Estate

Scott Carvill – Carvill Sotheby’s International Realty Located about 2,500 miles from the U.S. mainland, Hawaii’s remote location makes it the ideal escape from the pace an...

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Video of the Week: A Modern Masterpiece in Dallas, Texas Video of the Week: A Modern Masterpiece in Dallas, Texas

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week.  Dallas, Texas | Melissa Jennings,...

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Inside a Contemporary Wine Country Farmhouse Inside a Contemporary Wine Country Farmhouse

Known as the heart of Napa Valley, St. Helena is a picturesque community that is home to some of the region’s pioneering wineries, superlative restaurants, and delightful ...

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Significant Sales: September 2022 Highlights Significant Sales: September 2022 Highlights

From a US$28M sale in Newport Coast, California to a AUD$8M sale in Hamilton Island, Australia, here are five sales represented by the Sotheby’s International Realty® glob...

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Fabulous Foyers: 4 Homes with Eye-Catching Entrances Fabulous Foyers: 4 Homes with Eye-Catching Entrances

From East Coast to West, these distinctive foyers welcome visitors and introduce them to their homes’ unique character and style. Fifth Avenue Sophistication Nikki Field ...

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in October 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Fourth Week in October 2022

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5 Homes That Channel NFT Art 5 Homes That Channel NFT Art

Stylish, innovative, disruptive—while this is how one might describe the allure of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), they’re qualities that are also in high-demand for luxury pro...

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Video of the Week: A Serene and Private Oasis in Rancho Santa Fe, California Video of the Week: A Serene and Private Oasis in Rancho Santa Fe, California

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Inside a Hillside Santa Fe Haven Inside a Hillside Santa Fe Haven

The clear blue skies, majestic mountains, and theatrical sunsets of Santa Fe, New Mexico, are legendary, as are its distinctive architectural style with earth-toned, softl...

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Luxury Week at Sotheby’s Luxury Week at Sotheby’s

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Glamourous Glass: 4 Homes with Lovely Stained-Glass Windows Glamourous Glass: 4 Homes with Lovely Stained-Glass Windows

From New York to California, these distinctive homes feature stained-glass accents that are visually striking and vibrant, transmitting light and transforming it into colo...

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From New York to California, these distinctive homes feature stained-glass accents that are visually striking and vibrant, transmitting light and transforming it into colo...

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Designing with Domotics | Innovations in Smart Home Technology Designing with Domotics | Innovations in Smart Home Technology

Visionaries have always understood the need to reserve mental space for the tasks that will have the greatest impact. This concept of “decision fatigue” is why innovators ...

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Video of the Week: A Luxurious Vacation Rental in Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic Video of the Week: A Luxurious Vacation Rental in Casa de Campo, Dominican Republic

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Inside an Enduring Oceanside Home in East Hampton Inside an Enduring Oceanside Home in East Hampton

Literature classes have familiarized readers worldwide with the aesthetics and mystique of The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s tale of 1920s life among the young jet s...

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New and Notable Luxury Homes for Sale Over $6M | October 2022 New and Notable Luxury Homes for Sale Over $6M | October 2022

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Reaching New Heights: 5 Homes with Vaulted Ceilings Reaching New Heights: 5 Homes with Vaulted Ceilings

From an Easthampton estate with an enviable artistic pedigree to hideaway above Ojai, these homes feature lofty vaulted ceilings that conjure volume, light, and drama. Hil...

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in October 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: Second Week in October 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Chatham, New York | Four Seasons International Realty Designed ...

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Life of Luxury | The Vibrancy of Goa’s Villages Life of Luxury | The Vibrancy of Goa’s Villages

Karan Singh and Samir Saran – India Sotheby’s International Realty The wealth of Goa belies its size. While this breathtaking stretch of India’s western shoreline boasts t...

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Video of the Week: A Spectacular French Country-Style Estate in Mill Neck, New York Video of the Week: A Spectacular French Country-Style Estate in Mill Neck, New York

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New Development Spotlight: Sun Cliffs in Lagos, Portugal New Development Spotlight: Sun Cliffs in Lagos, Portugal

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5 Smart Kitchen Trends the Home Chef Will Appreciate 5 Smart Kitchen Trends the Home Chef Will Appreciate

From appliances that are wirelessly connected to intuitive design for cooking and hosting, a thoughtfully designed kitchen is a top priority in the modern home. Smart kitch...

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Off the Beaten Path: 4 Rural Retreats Off the Beaten Path: 4 Rural Retreats

From an enchanting off-grid getaway in New Mexico’s “O’Keeffe Country” to a chic contemporary aerie in California’s illustrious wine country, these rural retreats enjoy pl...

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Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in October 2022 Luxury Real Estate Headlines: First Week in October 2022

Highlights from this week’s top news stories on luxury and global real estate, art, collectibles, and home. Linville, North Carolina | Premier Sotheby’s International Real...

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Cuisine and Culture | A Heritage Kitchen, Restored for Modern Life Cuisine and Culture | A Heritage Kitchen, Restored for Modern Life

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Video of the Week: A Masterfully Designed Hilltop Estate in Newport Beach, California Video of the Week: A Masterfully Designed Hilltop Estate in Newport Beach, California

Featuring curated videos from the most sought-after destinations the world over, discover this  week’s Video of the Week.  Newport Beach, California | John Cain, Pacif...

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Inside the Prancing Horse Estate Inside the Prancing Horse Estate

If the backdrop of the towering Santa Ynez Mountains and the majestic Pacific Ocean weren’t an immediate—and captivating—giveaway of this estate’s whereabouts, it might ea...

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Across eras and continents, certain styles of home are considered classic, boasting an appeal that’s both long lasting and highly coveted. Many properties that adhere to a...

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Both practical and alluring, these modern wine rooms go beyond mere function, providing proper storage and temperature while incorporating eye-catching materials and detai...

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Sotheby’s International Realty Expands in Georgia Sotheby’s International Realty Expands in Georgia

Sotheby’s International Realty announced its expanding presence in the state of Georgia with the opening of Mountain Sotheby’s International Realty in Blue Ridge. The addi...

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Video of the Week: A Spectacular Villa in Koh Samui, Thailand Video of the Week: A Spectacular Villa in Koh Samui, Thailand

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Inside the Heritage School Vineyard Estate Inside the Heritage School Vineyard Estate

On a particular gently sloping hillside in the heart of California wine country, a teacher may once have stood in front of a group of teenage boys impressing upon them the...

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Significant Sales: August 2022 Highlights Significant Sales: August 2022 Highlights

From a US $33M sale in Beverly Hills, California, to a US $25M sale in Golden Beach, Florida, here are August 2022’s five highlighted sales represented by the Sotheby’s In...

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From a US $33M sale in Beverly Hills, California, to a US $25M sale in Golden Beach, Florida, here are August 2022’s five highlighted sales represented by the Sotheby’s In...

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Bound to Impress: Five Handsome Home Libraries Bound to Impress: Five Handsome Home Libraries

Few things compare to the experience of turning the pages of a good book. In homes from New York to California, these four libraries are ideal for displaying and enjoying ...

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Open House | Inside a Beautifully Restored 100-Year-Old Home Open House | Inside a Beautifully Restored 100-Year-Old Home

Monique Badun and Kim Craig – Sotheby’s International Realty Canada Vancouver, perched on the precipice of the Pacific Ocean on Canada’s west coast, is widely considered t...

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Video of the Week: An Exquisitely Appointed Home in Highland Park, Texas Video of the Week: An Exquisitely Appointed Home in Highland Park, Texas

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Inside a Chic Waterfront Escape on Cape Cod Inside a Chic Waterfront Escape on Cape Cod

For those in the know, the timeless coastal village of Osterville has long been a destination for living the quintessential Cape Cod life. Denizens of its shady, breezy la...

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A First Look at the Treasures Housed in One of Paris’ Most Historic Buildings A First Look at the Treasures Housed in One of Paris’ Most Historic Buildings

The Hôtel Lambert, known as one of the most beautiful private residences in the city, was built and decorated in the early 1640s by the giants of arts and architecture who...

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Few things can transform a bath like a dazzling display of tile. Featuring striking details and vibrant hues, the tile in these four unique baths—in homes from the Northea...

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