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COntents A Note From The SBAOR President: Pre-qualified vs. pre-approved: What’s the difference?..................................4 HOA Homefront Reader Questions: Is open forum truly open? ...............................................................................4 Santa Barbara County Sales............................................................................6 Plumber: Tub fillers are available to fit different deck layouts.....................................10 On Gardening: Dandy Man Color Wheel brings about the Rhododendron happy dance .....12 Winter is the perfect time to book a carpet cleaning.....................................13

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HOA Homefront Reader Questions

Is Open Forum Truly Open?

By Kelly G. Richardson, Esq. CCAL Kelly, Recently an owner had a matter which she wanted to bring up during the “Homeowner’s Forum” but she could not attend. She sent an email to the association delegating me to share with the board her concerns. At the meeting, the president shut me down and said only people present could speak and that no one had the right to have someone speak in their behalf. He said that was “illegal.”

Can owners authorize another homeowner to speak on their behalf if they cannot attend?

– J.N. Dear J.N.: The issue here is not whether your proxy allowed you to speak on your neighbor’s behalf in open forum, but why did the president think it was ok to limit what YOU could say in open forum? That is your time, and the board cannot censor or otherwise restrict it (except for a reasonable time limitation). If you choose to use your open forum time to speak about a neighbor’s issue, this is your right. However, don’t expect to have a second open forum session in that same meeting — you had your opportunity to speak.

– Best, Kelly Dear Kelly: I went to the HOA meeting and was given an agenda consisting of 8 bullet points for the homeowners forum. The meeting started with the board asking me if I had any questions. Is it normal that the homeowner is asked questions in the beginning of the meeting? Questions from the floor came last, prior to closing the meeting. I feel this is all backwards and evasive.

– J.K. Dear J.K.: Open forum should be at the beginning of the meeting, so that members can

speak ahead of any matters being voted upon. At the end of the meeting is too late, because the decisions have all been made. Having open forum early shows its importance. Sometimes on significant decisions it helps to reopen open forum for member input on that specific subject.

— Regards, Kelly Dear Kelly: Our association just modified our driveways. A director attempted to explain that these were installed because of a homeowner lawsuit, but the manager shut down this conversation. In open forum, I asked why members were not privy to a lawsuit for which we not only paid legal fees but are living with the consequences of the settlement. Their position is that it is confidential information known only to the directors who were on the board at the time of the lawsuit. Why are we not entitled to be informed of any changes as a result of the suit?

– A.P Dear A.P.: Disclosing sensitive issues regarding lawsuits can be very ticklish for a board or manager. The settlement might have included a confidentiality promise, and that promise is sometimes misunderstood as requiring the settlement not be disclosed to the members. Hopefully your HOA attorney required that the settlement not bar the HOA from disclosing the settlement to its members. Current board members have the right under Corporations Code Section 8334 to know about the past lawsuit, so long as they were not personally involved (meaning no conflict of interest). There are sensitive issues that must be kept confidential, but hopefully the HOA attorney has coached the board and manager on what is ok to disclose.

– Thanks, Kelly

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A note from the SBAOR President

By Bob Walsmith, Jr. President of the Santa Barbara Association of REALTORS®

Pre-Qualified vs.

Pre-Approved: What’s the Difference

In the loan process, the above two terms often get misunderstood or mixed up a lot. Both are good, but one certainly carries more weight than the other.

Most real estate buyers have heard that they need to pre-qualify or be preapproved for a mortgage if they’re looking to buy a property. These are two key steps in the mortgage application process. Some people use the terms interchangeably, but there are important differences that every homebuyer should understand.

Pre-qualifying is just the first step. It gives you an idea of how large a loan you’ll likely qualify for. Pre-approval is the second step, a conditional commitment to actually grant you the mortgage.

The pre-qualification process is based on consumer-submitted data.Preapproval is verified consumer data — for example, a credit check.

Pre-Qualified Getting pre-qualified involves supplying a bank or lender with their overall financial picture, including debt, income, and assets. The lender reviews everything and gives an estimate of how much the borrower can expect to receive. Pre-qualification can be done over the phone or online, and there’s usually no cost involved.

Pre-qualification is quick, usually taking just one to three days to get a prequalification letter. Keep in mind that loan pre-qualification does not include an analysis of credit reports or an in-depth look at the borrower’s ability to purchase a home.

The initial pre-qualification step allows for the discussions of any goals or needs regarding a mortgage. The lender will explain various mortgage options and recommend the type that might be best suited.

Again, the pre-qualified amount isn’t a sure thing, because it’s based only on the information provided. It’s just the amount the borrower might expect to get. A pre-qualified buyer doesn’t carry the same weight as a pre-approved buyer, who has been more thoroughly investigated.

Pre-qualifying can nonetheless be helpful when it comes time to make an offer. A pre-qualification letter is all but required with an offer in our market.

Sellers are savvy and don’t want to enter into a contract with a buyer who can’t perform on the contract. It’s one of the first questions a Realtor should ask of a potential buyer: Have you met with a lender and determined your pre-qualification status? If not, we advise options for lenders. If so, the Realtor request and keep on file a copy of the pre-qualification letter.

Pre-Approved Getting pre-approved is the next step, and it’s much more involved. A pre-qualification is a good indication of creditworthiness and the ability to borrow, but a pre-approval is the definitive word!

The borrower must complete an official mortgage application to get preapproved, as well as supply the lender with all the necessary documentation to perform an extensive credit and financial background check. The lender will then offer pre-approval up to a specified amount.

Going through the pre-approval process also offers a better idea of the interest rate to be charged. Some lenders allow borrowers to lock in an interest rate or charge an application fee for pre-approval, which can amount to several hundred dollars.

Lenders will provide a conditional commitment in writing for an exact loan amount, allowing borrowers to look for homes at or below that price level. This puts borrowers at an advantage when dealing with a seller because they’re one step closer to getting an actual mortgage.

SBAOR PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Continued on page 7

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Santa BarBara County SaleS

This is a partial list of all recorded residential sales in Santa Barbara County from February 1 thru February 4, 2022.

While these recordings are public record, the News-Press receives this information from an outside source. This list does not represent all sales that occurred over this time period. Consult your REALTOR® for further information regarding home sales in your area of interest.

AREA

ADDRESS

SELLER

BUYER

PRICE

DATE

BUELLTON / SOLVANG

67 PEPPERWOOD WAY

HAMER DAVID EU

PARK PETER EA

$910,000

02/07/22

CARPINTERIA

1006 PALMETTO WAY H

MATHER JOHN EA

MORALES SOPHIA

$635,000

02/02/22

1266 CRAMER CIR

GARIBAY KIKI EA

TRIEU LYNN EU

$1,150,000

02/04/22

7386 CALLE REAL 22

HAMMACK DANNIELLE

PERRY BRIANA

$675,000

02/04/22

5050 CALLE REAL A

JOHNSON BETTINIA EA

CHEN LIJUAN

$820,000

02/01/22

400 DAYTONA DR

THENO GREGORY EA

CASALE DANIELLE EU

$1,360,000

02/02/22

5524 SOMERSET DR

WHITED PAULA EA

STANCAVAGE ROBINANNE

$1,535,000

02/03/22

4949 TORERO RD

PRICE JASON EA

RENGA MICHAEL EU

$1,600,000

02/03/22

495 S KELLOGG AVE

HITCHCOCK GOLETA LLC

VAG TSBCA RE LLC

$7,750,018

02/02/22

520 N B ST

TENIENTE REBEKAH EA

FONSECA JUAN EU

$415,000

02/03/22

1217 N ORCHID ST

FERRARA ANTHONY

PHAM KIMBERLY

$455,000

02/04/22

1212 N B ST

JAMBRETZ HOLLIE

PARTRIDGE LIBERTY EU

$559,000

02/03/22

460 SAN YSIDRO RD 3

PAGLI PROPERTIES LLC

MUSGRAVE MARJORY EU

$850,000

02/02/22

136 LOUREYRO ST

KRONEN ANN EA

788 MONTECITO LLC

$2,400,000

02/03/22

1779 SAN LEANDRO LN

1779 SAN LEANDRO LLC

HARRIS GEOFFREY EU

$2,875,000

02/03/22

3 SEAVIEW DR

KINGSLEY NAN EA

KALOOSTIAN PAUL EA

$3,870,000

02/02/22

250 RAMETTO RD

BRADLEY CATHERINE EA

SULLIVAN PETER EA

$3,987,000

02/01/22

104 LA VEREDA RD

104 LA VEREDA LLC

WINTERS VICKI EA

$4,100,000

02/03/22

141 HIXON RD

109 INVESTORS

BACKEN HOWARD EA

$4,365,000

02/02/22

232 MIRAMAR AVE

PSLC HOLDINGS LLC

HARRIS JACK EA

$5,640,000

02/03/22

232 POR LA MAR CIR

PURDIE JOHN

DAS DEBARSHI EU

$735,000

02/01/22

332 W ALAMAR AVE A

PORTER ALAN

NABER ADNAN EA

$770,000

02/02/22

524 W ISLAY ST

IBANEZ MARIA

ARCINIEGA MEGAN EU

$800,000

02/04/22

2724 FOOTHILL RD

SERRA ELLEN EU

PERDOMO BERNABE EA

$950,000

02/04/22

2319 WELLINGTON AVE

SCOPHIE INC

TISDALE SCOTT

$1,100,000

02/04/22

701 N HOPE AVE

ENNS CHRISTIAN

NGUYEN-WILLEFORD BARBARA EU $1,447,018

02/03/22

225 EQUESTRIAN AVE

SOURMANY MAURICE EA

HERBERT HOUSE LLC

$1,650,000

02/02/22

1524 OLIVE ST 3

WALLACE ROBERTA EA

COLE ANNE

$1,750,000

02/03/22

306 E COTA ST

PINTARD DAVID EA

COURTNEY BENJAMIN EA

$1,775,000

02/01/22

1250 FERRELO RD

TAVES ANN EA

BASYE DOYNE

$2,064,500

02/01/22

318 SALIDA DEL SOL

BUSS THERESA EA

FLYNN PATRICK EU

$2,115,000

02/04/22

505 MOUNTAIN DR

MARTINEZ HENRY EA

HOMETOWN EQUITY GROUP

$2,150,000

02/02/22

726 ALAMEDA PADRE SERR

BETTER HOBERMAN

KAYE STEVEN EA

$2,310,000

02/03/22

GOLETA

LOMPOC

MONTECITO

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SBAOR PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Continued from page 4 Key Differences Below is a quick rundown of how pre-qualification and pre-approval differ.

Do I need to fill out a mortgage application?

Do I have to pay an application fee?

Does it require a credit history check?

Is it based on a review of my finances?

Does it require an estimate of my down payment amount?

Will the lender give me an estimate for a loan amount?

Will the lender give me a specific loan amount?

Will the lender give me interest rate information?

Pre-qualification Pre-approval No

Yes

No

Maybe

No

Yes

No

Yes

No

Yes

Yes

No

No

Yes

No

Yes

Special Considerations The advantage of completing both steps—pre-qualification and pre-approval—before looking for a home is that it offers an idea of how much a borrower has to spend. This prevents wasted time looking at properties that are too expensive. Getting pre-approved for a mortgage also speeds up the actual buying process, letting the seller know that the offer is serious in a competitive market.

The borrower gives the lender a copy of the purchase agreement and any other documentation necessary as part of the full underwriting process after a home has been chosen and an offer made. The lender hires a third-party certified or licensed contractor to do a home appraisal to determine the home’s value.

The final step in the process is a loan commitment, which is only issued by the lender when it has approved the borrower, as well as the home in question— meaning the property is appraised at or above the sales price. The lender might also require more information if the appraiser brings up anything that should be investigated, such as structural problems or a faulty HVAC system.

Getting pre-qualified and pre-approved for a mortgage gives potential homebuyers a good idea in advance of how much house they can afford. But most sellers will be more willing to negotiate with those who are pre-approved. Preapproval also allows borrowers to close on a home more quickly, offering an edge in a competitive market. Like the one we live in today!

Bob Walsmith, Jr. can be reached at 805-720-5362 or emailed at Bob@BobWalsmithJr.com

Santa BarBara County SaleS AREA

ADDRESS

SELLER

BUYER

PRICE

SANTA BARBARA

2451 CALLE LINARES

LITTLE JANIS EA

GUNION JOHN EA

$3,100,000

02/04/22

939 LAS PALMAS DR

WOODS CLAUDIA EA

SCHUBERT EVEN EU

$3,350,000

02/01/22

620 ANACAPA ST

WILLARD BRUCE EA

SWINMURN C JON EA

$3,400,000

02/03/22

1417 HILLCREST RD

MATTHEW W SCOTT EA

WALKER PATRICIA EA

$3,795,000

02/03/22

2012 EDGEWATER WAY

GILLES AARON EA

SCHLINGER LEANNE EA

$4,250,000

02/03/22

3627 CAMPANIL DR

MILLER CLINTON EU

KISLAK PAULA EA

$4,500,000

02/04/22

2455 S VILLAGE GREEN DR

SEITSCH HORST EA

LEE DO EU

$270,000

02/01/22

220 W DAL PORTO LN

MELENA WILLIAM EA

SEDILLOS DALE EU

$335,000

02/04/22

424 E ALVIN AVE

SOERACHMAT ZENO EA

BARRAGAN ARMANDO

$415,000

02/01/22

756 CRILENE LN

BAKER SAMMIE EU

TREVINO GINA EU

$455,000

02/03/22

1933 N WESTERN AVE

DIAZ RAUL

MORENO RICARDO EU

$460,000

02/04/22

444 CHAPARRAL ST

MCNEIL FRED EU

VIRK MUNINDER EU

$475,000

02/04/22

949 E FESLER ST

JOHNSON GARY EA

CRUZ GUADALUPE EU

$525,000

02/01/22

4253 HARMONY LN

PINETREE DEVELOPMENT

BANDURRAGA MELISSA EU

$545,000

02/04/22

2321 N LARRYTON AVE

COSSIO JUAN EU

MONTES BRAYAN EA

$548,500

02/02/22

2415 EBONY ST

MUNAR PATRICK EU

SECHSLINGLOFF SIRENA EA

$560,000

02/04/22

4871 CHERRY AVE

BLUEM TONY EU

FERGUSON BRIAN EU

$610,000

02/04/22

307 CRESCENT AVE

DAVIS DANIEL

CASTRILLO REYNALDO EU

$650,000

02/02/22

4949 CRESTWOOD CT

CLARK RICHARD EU

CARMACK KANANI EU

$706,000

02/02/22

3666 CONSTELLATION RD

DEVINE JEFFREY EA

FULTON CLINT EU

$370,000

02/04/22

318 N VALERIE ST

CUSHENBERRY BILL EU

MARTINEZ-VERA SERGIO EU

$485,000

02/04/22

294 ALDEBARAN AVE

DOUGLAWI ISSA EU

JACKSON CHARLES EU

$585,000

02/01/22

4405 CAPRICORN CT

PURO MARK EU

ORTEGA ABEL EU

$585,000

02/03/22

1545 W HWY 246

ZANINI VICTOR EU

SWEENEY WILLIAM EU

$1,400,000

02/03/22

SANTA MARIA

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Plumber:

Tub fillers are available to fit different deck layouts

By Ed Del Grande

A two-component tub filler takes up less space than a standard filler, while retaining a multicomponent look.

Photo courtesy Kohler/TNS

Question: Ed: I’m installing a soaking bath with a two-handle tub filler mounted on the tub deck. But, I just realized a twohandle filler with a spout will take up too much deck space for my layout. I like the three-component faucet look, what do I do now?

– Joe

Answer: Standard two-handle tub fillers are a popular choice, but they do take up deck space with a three-hole installation. If the soaking bath deck area is tight, single-handle tub fillers are available and use up less deck space. But with a one-hole filler installation, the single-handle control valve and the tub spout are combined into one component. This may not be good news if you like a multicomponent look.

The good news is a compromise is available if the deck area can fit a two-hole installation. In this case, the two-component tub filler takes up less space than a standard filler, while retaining a multicomponent look. It does this by mounting a single-handle control in one hole and a tub spout in the other hole.

I know this is a lot of information to soak in, so just remember: A single-handle, single-spout filler can give you the best of both worlds.

Master Contractor/Plumber Ed Del Grande is known internationally as the author of the book “Ed Del Grande’s House Call,” the host of TV and Internet shows, and a LEED green associate. Visit eddelgrande.com. Always consult local contractors and codes. ©2022 Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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On Gardening:

Dandy Man Color Wheel brings about the Rhododendron happy dance

By Norman Winter Dandy Man Color Wheel is bringing out the rhododendron happy dance from the North to the South, and you will want to act quickly to get in on the party. Those of us who treasure azaleas have been green with envy of those in the Appalachian area and northward for their ability to grow rhododendrons.

Shoot rhododendrons are even native to North Georgia and create postcardlike beauty in the mountainous scenic parkways and drape over the nation’s best trout streams. What is wrong with us; why did we get left out?

Three years ago, The Garden Guy’s eyes were opened to southern possibilities when I discovered the Rhododendron Trail at Callaway Gardens in Pine Mountain, Georgia. Callaway is about 25 miles from my house and has one of the best azalea collections in the country.

Of course, azaleas are rhododendrons, botanically speaking. It is the real rho-

RHODODENDRON Continued on page 14

Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron starts off with lipstick red buds.

Photos courtesy Norman Winter/TNS

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Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron eventually ages to pristine white before petal fall.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Winter is the perfect time to book a carpet cleaning

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By Paul F. P. Pogue Winter can be tough on your carpets, even if you don’t live in a cold area. The hustle and bustle of the holidays bring a lot of traffic through your home, and more activities mean more chances for something spilling and damaging your carpets. And if you do live in a zone with a lot of snow, your carpets will see even more wear and tear as people track in salt and snow.

That’s why winter is an ideal time to hire a pro to clean your carpets. You should hire a carpet cleaner about once every 12 to 18 months — and stick with 12 months if you have kids or pets!

Carpet tips It may seem obvious, but frequent vacuuming is a crucial step to keep your carpet in good condition. One thing that’s not so obvious? You should avoid using DIY products to remove stains. Experts say homemade cleaning products can actually do more harm than good. Carpet stain removal can be a tricky chemical balancing act, and that expertise is one of the most valuable things a pro cleaner brings to the table.

If you have a serious stain or spill, it’s better to have a pro take care of it sooner rather than later. Mop up what you can with a towel, and then call in help. When hiring, tell your carpet cleaner upfront what specific problems you need them to handle. Kids’ throw up, dog pee and spaghetti stains all call for different solutions.

Your pro can use various techniques to address the issue, but only if they know what to look for You can also help the job go smoothly by clearing furniture and removing breakable items before your pro arrives.

Questions to ask Before hiring a pro, make sure you get a quote with details about how they charge for their service. Some pros bill based on square footage, while others charge by the number of rooms they clean. Some may even tack on an extra charge for targeting specific stains.

You should also ask how long their technicians have been on the job, and what kinds of certifications they hold. The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification is one of the more prominent certifying organizations and requires workers to complete continuing education to maintain certification.

Don’t forget to ask about their cleaning method. Professional cleaners have a variety of tools available to them. Truck-mounted services tend to offer the deepest clean, but if you live in an inaccessible area, they may need to use a portable unit. Most cleaners use either dry-cleaning or hot-water extraction (sometimes called steam cleaning), which have their own pros and cons for various carpet types and situations.

One more thing: Carefully check your carpet manufacturer’s documentation when deciding on a cleaning method. Some techniques will void your carpet’s warranty. ©2022 Ask Angi. Visit at angi.com. Distributed by Tribune Content Agency, LLC.

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RHODODENDRON Continued from page 12

The first year Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron bloomed before planting and was enjoyed on the table for Easter.

The blooms open to large ruffled flowers with deep pink undersides and soft pink shades inside.

Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron ages in progression to light pink then white.

dodendrons, however, that all Southern azalea lovers dream about thriving in the garden.

The Rhododendron Trail at Callaway is a testament of time, as these rhodies have been there for years and have stories to tell. The real message is clear, though: They are old and still beautiful. If you are thinking this is a mountain like North Georgia and the Blue Ridge area, the answer is no. It is a wonderful scenic destination.

Three years ago also marks the point in time that I started growing Dandy Man Color Wheel rhododendron from Proven Winners. When it comes to rhododendrons, I am always the hopeful skeptic. When I got mine, they started blooming before I could plant them. My bride, Jan, was so struck by their beauty she said these would go as a centerpiece on the table for a few days. No argument from me, for a host of reasons.

Dandy Man Color Wheel has the potential to get 4 to 8 feet tall and just as wide. Being a skeptic, I might not have given them enough room for their companions. If they keep performing like they have been, it will soon be goodbye, companions.

The buds start out lipstick red, which I promise you gets the heart pumping with excitement. These open to big ruffled blooms with deep pink undersides and soft pink shades inside. The blooms then age to clear white before falling off. Now you can see the reason Jan wanted these plants for a centerpiece. As the blooms go through their aging progression, you will see all three colors at once.

The color description probably has you already chomping to get some, but know these are very disease-resistant, saying no to phytophthora, but equally impressive is the heat tolerance. Yes, Virginia, we can grow rhododendrons in the South. In fact, these are recommended for zones 5-9.

Like azaleas, the other rhododendron species, Dandy Man Color Wheel needs fertile, organic rich, well-drained, acidic soil. My location is on the side of a gentle slope that has collected falling leaves for decades. It is very fertile and gets very little direct sun. I am layering the area down the slope with azaleas, hydrangeas and hostas. The leathery evergreen foliage of Dandy Man Color Wheels stands out in the crowd, if you will, by giving a welcoming contrast of texture with all the companion plants.

My sincerest hope is the Dandy Man Color Wheel breeders will be introducing some siblings we can all add to our collections. In the meantime, as growing year four starts in a few short weeks, you may just see me doing the happy dance, as I will be celebrating my beautiful rhododendrons.

Norman Winter, horticulturist, garden speaker and author of “Tough-as-Nails Flowers for the South” and “Captivating Combinations: Color and Style in the Garden.” Follow him on Facebook @NormanWinterTheGardenGuy. ©2022 Tribune Content Agency, LLC

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