Expansion of Property Tax Basis Transfer Rules as a Result of Proposition 19

California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Real Estate
Expansion of Property Tax Basis Transfer Rules as a Result of Proposition 19

Santa Barbara Estate Planning and Trust Attorney April Lavigne created a Law Alert regarding the expansion of the Property Tax Basis Transfer Rules as a result of Proposition 19. The expanded basis transfer rules could help Californians save a significant amount of property taxes each year. On November 3, 2020, California voters passed the Home Protection for Seniors, Severely Disabled, Families, and Victims of Wildfire or Natural Disasters Act (Prop. 19). Among other changes, Prop. 19 expanded existing property basis transfer rules Read more »

Santa Barbara is One of the Best Places to Visit in April, According to Travel + Leisure

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Santa Barbara is One of the Best Places to Visit in April, According to Travel + Leisure

Travel + Leisure shared the six best places to travel in April and you guessed it….Santa Barbara made the list. “If you’re ready to enjoy fresh air and outdoors with a hike or bike ride, consider a visit to Santa Barbara — when the day is done, restaurants and wine tastings await.” -Travel + Leisure In Spring, Santa Barbara boasts temperatures in the low 70’s, ideal weather for hiking, bicycling, dining outdoors, and taking road trips. T+L suggested renting an electric bicycle from Santa Barbara BCycle and shared some of Read more »

Summerland – A Santa Barbara County Gem

California, Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara Real Estate
Summerland – A Santa Barbara County Gem

Summerland, California, is one of Santa Barbara County’s secret gems. This quaint location is a perfect spot for beachcombing, antiquing, shopping, dining and enjoying the scenery of the Pacific Coast. Whether you are a Santa Barbara local, or you are vacationing or coming to look at Santa Barbara real estate , make sure to visit Summerland, a quintessential California beach town. What to Do In Summerland When you arrive in Summerland, find a spot to park on Lillie Avenue. Enjoy a walk on this Read more »

Happy Holidays from Knight Real Estate Group

Santa Barbara
Happy Holidays from Knight Real Estate Group

Seasons greetings to our clients, colleagues, collaborators, and friends! 2020 has been a year unlike any other, and a time when our personal and professional connections have been more important than ever. We are grateful for our Santa Barbara community, each of you, and your continued support of Knight Real Estate Group. Best wishes for an exciting New Year to come!

Support Local Santa Barbara Restaurants

Santa Barbara
Support Local Santa Barbara Restaurants

Santa Barbara – The American Riviera, one of our great Santa Barbara websites and resources for all things local, did a fantastic post called Dine, Sip & Support Local . This guide gives Santa Barbarians a go-to to support their favorite local restaurants and wineries by ordering delivery and curbside pick-up services. Following recommendations issued by the California Department of Public Health, our favorite SB spots are temporarily unable to serve customers on-premise for the next few weeks, but we can still support them. Delivery Read more »