Anthony Bordin Your South Coast Real Estate Authority

09/29/2026

Anthony Bordin stands as the South Coast Real Estate Authority, guiding clients through Santa Barbara real estate with clarity, confidence, and a results-driven approach built on preparation, ex*****on, and a deep understanding of local market conditions and opportunities.

09/29/2026

Interested in this property? Call 805-729-0527 or email me today for more details or to schedule a showing!

2016 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 home for sale. 1,522 sq ft | $2,749,000 USD. View photos, details, and schedule a showing with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices.

09/29/2026

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09/29/2026

Daily affirmations

09/29/2026

Anthony's reputation is built on accountability, consistency, and follow-through, with communication that's clear, direct, and focused on keeping clients confident at every stage of the transaction. It's a traditional work ethic paired with a modern, strategic approach.

09/28/2026

Here are four features every car enthusiast will appreciate in their garage.

Cooling & Heating

Keep yourself comfortable when doing work and never wait for the car to heat up or cool down before heading out.

Wash and Wax Area

If you love hand washing and waxing your cars, then you’ll want to have a designated station for doing so in your garage.

Hydraulic Lift

If you’re going to be doing work on your vehicle’s undercarriage, you may want to consider installing a professional-grade hydraulic lift.

Kitchenette & Bathroom

Garage work can get messy and you probably don’t want to run back into the house to use the bathroom or grab a snack.

09/28/2026

Lifestyle Changes to Reduce Stress
Life can feel overwhelming. Work, traffic, family responsibilities and chores can cause you to feel understandably frazzled. While stress is unavoidable, there are simple things you can do to make it more manageable.

Change Your Mindset
When you’re rushing from one task to another, you may not pay attention to what’s going on around you. Take some time to breathe in fresh air, savor your food and live in the moment.

When life feels overwhelming, friends and family can be lifesavers. Reach out to your loved ones to talk about what’s troubling you. They might be able to help you see things from a different perspective or suggest a solution. If not, they can at least allow you to vent. Sometimes that’s all it takes to feel better.

Meditation or deep breathing can help you take a break from your thoughts and to-do lists. Taking some time to relax, even for five minutes a day, can make it easier to cope when life gets hectic.

Some people say laughter is the best medicine. A good laugh can instantly reduce stress and improve your mood. Take some time to watch a funny movie.

Music can reduce anxiety and lower your heart rate and blood pressure. Listen to soothing music while you take some time to relax. If you like to sing, feel free to belt out the words. That will reduce your stress even further.

When you’re feeling pulled in several directions, it can be hard to appreciate the good things in your life. Keep a journal where you write down things you’re grateful for so that when it feels like everything is going wrong, you can look at the list and be reminded of all the things that are right in your life.

You can easily feel overwhelmed if you try to do too much all at once. Figure out what needs to be done on a given day and which things are less important. Do what you can, and don’t beat yourself up if you don’t get to everything on your list. Tomorrow is another day.

Take Care of Your Body
Eating a healthy diet can give your body the nutrients it needs to be at the top of your game. Proper nutrition can give you more energy, reduce stress and help you avoid a host of physical problems.

Exercise has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety. Even a walk around the block can be enough to have an effect. As you see how exercise improves your mood and helps you manage stress, you may find yourself looking forward to it and decide to push yourself harder.

Ways to Cope
Dealing with stress is an unavoidable part of life, but there are plenty of ways that you can keep it from getting to you. Taking care of yourself and setting aside time to relax can help you get through the ups and downs of life.

09/28/2026

Money Matters for Millennial Parents
As a young parent, you may just be learning about all the responsibilities parenthood requires. When it comes to financial planning, setting your sight on the future can help immensely.

Demolish debt. Slaying your own debt will positively impact your family’s financial future. While it may take years to pay off those student loans or credit card debt, creating a plan can help. Tackle your lowest balance first to gain momentum then take on the next smallest. Additionally, pay attention to higher interest rates that are costing you a lot of money.

Build a budget. Creating a budget doesn’t have to be hard. There are many budgeting apps available on the market to help you track your expenses, or you can try the trusty envelope system with monthly allowances for groceries, entertainment, utilities, etc.

Build an emergency fund. Setting a fund for potential emergencies will never backfire. Aim for a small, achievable goal as low as $500 then set the bar higher. Participate in your employer-sponsored savings program to boost retirement savings, especially if there is a match. Make it an automatic payroll deduction and increase it when your paycheck goes up. As far as your child’s college savings, save what you can, when you can. Every little bit will help when education bills come due.

Child care. Consider establishing a flexible spending account if one is offered by your employer. Parents can use pretax dollars to pay up to $5,000 in child care expenses in most states.

Review insurance and important paperwork. Create a will either by using an online program or hiring a professional to name your child’s guardian, and designate at what age any payouts, savings or investments will be distributed. With health insurance, notify your employer within 30 days of the birth to ensure that the child is eligible for any dependent benefits. Purchase appropriate health care coverage to protect your family. Review your employer’s life insurance plan and determine if it is adequate for your needs. If not, consider purchasing additional life insurance.

09/28/2026

Anthony's reputation is built on accountability, consistency, and follow-through, with communication that's clear, direct, and focused on keeping clients confident at every stage of the transaction. It's a traditional work ethic paired with a modern, strategic approach.