Bob Walsmith Jr., Realtor - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices

09/29/2026

When buying real estate, it's crucial to understand that the down payment is just a part of the overall cost. While a higher down payment can lower monthly mortgage payments and save on interest, it can also tie up cash that could be used for other investments or financial goals. Consider your financial situation and goals before deciding on the down payment size.

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09/28/2026

Here's how shelving can help show your home in its best light.

When it’s time to sell your home, you want it looking its best. This often means putting your design...

09/27/2026

You should move to Santa Barbara, why? 📦 ⠀
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Santa Barbara is a small quiet town, with top-tier schools ranging from elementary all the way to college!⠀
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🏝 With perfect weather all year round, you’ll see residents jogging, hiking, and hitting the beaches. ⠀
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09/26/2026

Goleta Lemon Festival

There are festivals, and then there are festivals that a community has genuinely claimed as their own. TODAY and TOMORROW at Girsch Park in Goleta. Check out more here https://www.bobwalsmithjr.com/blog/goleta-lemon-festival

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There are festivals, and then there are festivals that a community has genuinely claimed as their own. The Goleta Lemon Festival — held every September at Girsh Park — is firmly in the second category. Now in its 32nd year, this free, family-friendly celebration draws well over 100,000 people ac...

09/25/2026

✈️ Coming to Santa Barbara but no place to stay? ⠀
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Let’s fix it:⠀
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📍 First, a place to stay: I recommend Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort located in a strategic part of town which gives you a breathtaking view of the mountains and the ocean. The rooms are neat and vastly polished with grill-style dining, 3 tennis courts, and a spa.⠀
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📍 Also, there is the prestigious Hyatt Place Santa Barbara, loved for its Spanish-style exterior, squeaky clean rooms, restaurant/bar and it’s really not far from the center of town. ⠀
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09/24/2026

Buying a home in Santa Barbara, you want to ensure you have a backyard with a view! ☀️ ⠀
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What a better way to feature that view with these backyard tips: ⠀
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🌴 Split your backyard into “rooms” - This creates the sense of more usage out of your backyard along with space!⠀
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🌴 Lighting - This one is a must, from overhead to balcony ambient lighting, this will transform your space.⠀
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🌴 Water feature - No pool, no problem! There are many options when it comes to creating your pond or waterfall feature!⠀
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🌴 Pizza Oven - You will be the talk of the neighborhood with this unique feature!⠀
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What’s a backyard feature you can’t live without? ⠀
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09/23/2026

What’s it like living in the American Riviera? ⠀
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💫 Bliss.⠀
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The undercurrent of positive energy flows out of everyone and all things in Santa Barbara!⠀
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It’s a place where others share and embrace other cultures with a strong sense of community. 🤝 ⠀
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The blend of the mountainside backdrop with picturesque coastal views, this is a lifestyle people dream of! 💭 ⠀
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09/22/2026

Studies show that watching the sunset or sunrise gives you a better sense of gratitude. 🙏 ⠀
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🌅 Sunsets symbolize ending, romance, change transformation, and nature. ⠀
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Being attuned to their natural beauty can increase a person's emotional well-being. ⠀
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In Santa Barbara, we are home to some of the most spectacular sunsets.⠀
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DM me your best sunset pictures! ✨ ⠀
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09/21/2026

VIDEO: Use these tips to design your home's shelving.

Here are four tips for curating shelves that are stylish and creative. Form and Function ...

09/20/2026

Breaking: Santa Barbara Votes 4-3 for 60% of CPI Rent Cap With 3% Maximum - Paul Knight, Mission City Property Management

Quick Answer: Santa Barbara City Council voted 4-3 on April 7 to cap rent increases at 60% of Consumer Price Index with a 3% maximum. Your rents stay frozen at December 2025 levels until they implement the full rental registry system. This formula averages 1.8% annual increases while your operating costs climb at full inflation rates.

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https://www.bobwalsmithjr.com/blog/breaking-santa-barbara-votes-4-3-for-60-of-cpi-rent-cap-with-3-maximum

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Quick Answer: Santa Barbara City Council voted 4-3 on April 7 to cap rent increases at 60% of Consumer Price Index with a 3% maximum. Your rents stay frozen at December 2025 levels until they implement the full rental registry system. This formula averages 1.8% annual increases while your operating...