Daniel Zia Voted #1 Realtor in Santa Barbara Independent's Best of 2009 Readers' Poll

The ZiaGroup would like to thank all of our clients who have voted Daniel Zia as the #1 Realtor in the Santa Barbara Independent’s BEST OF 2009 Readers’ Poll (Readership: 120,000). As a team, we are honored to have been voted #1 and appreciate your outpouring of support. You have validated the service and market knowledge we strive to provide to our Buyers and Sellers.

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We like to keep our blog updated with a mix of new Santa Barbara properties for sale, as well as tips and recommendations for all Buyers and Sellers of real estate. Click on the link at the top of our page to follow our Blog or contact me direct by email (Daniel@ZiaGroup.com) or by phone (805-637-7148) and stay up-to-date with Santa Barbara real estate.

Using Google Street View in your Home Search

Did you know that Google Maps has the ability to provide you with street-level views of a home? Many of my clients use this easy-to-use tool to see what the surrounding homes look like, as well as check out the general feel of the street and potential views. If you have never used Google Street View, it is easy to set up. Once you have the address of the home you’re interested in, complete the following steps:

1. Open http://www.google.com/maps
2. Type in the address
3. Select the correct location (Google Maps may return multiple results0
4. A white box should appear and you should select “street view” or click the image
5. Use your cursor and drag to the left, right, up and down
6. If you want to move up and down the street, click on the small white arrows along the street

You are now on your way to becoming a Google Street View expert. It’s easy and always interesting to explore new areas in town. If you’re interested in a more detailed search with selective criteria, contact me or visit the ZiaGroup website. We have an excellent (and free) Santa Barbara MLS feature that could be valuable to your search. Thanks for visiting our blog.

Daniel Zia, Broker-Associate & Realtor®
Prudential California Realty

For comprehensive real estate information & to search the MLS, visit:
www.ZiaGroup.com

Cell: 805.637.7148
Fax: 805.563.0053
3868 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Lic. #01710544
-Leading Edge Society: Top 7% of Prudential Agents Nationwide

SOLD - 3800 SF House

The ZiaGroup team located this home for an out of state client close to Butterfly beach. This beautiful beach remodel was updated throughout with exceptional attention to detail including granite counter tops, custom cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a large pantry, wood plank floors throughout the downstairs, an outdoor living area with a patio, water/pond features, BBQ, a built-in spa and fireplace. It is truly a phenomenal property.

The property had an exceptional amount of interest from buyers and is an example of how much activity has picked up over the past three months. If you are currently searching for residential real estate in Santa Barbara, know that properties priced well are frequently selling for 5-20% above the asking price as seller’s are motivated and they know they will attract the attention with a “low” ask price. REO properties are priced well and are favoring cash buyers over buyers with higher bids that require financing. If you are interested in learning more about these opportunities in Santa Barbara real estate, contact me at 805-637-7148 or by email at Daniel@ZiaGroup.com. Our website (www.ziagroup.com) is an excellent resource to anyone researching a purchase or just interested searching the Santa Barbara MLS.


Daniel Zia, Broker-Associate & Realtor®
Prudential California Realty
Cell: 805.637.7148
Fax: 805.563.0053
3868 State St.
Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Lic. #01710544
-Leading Edge Society: Top 7% of Prudential Agents Nationwide