Crowdfunding developed 150 real estate firms in the US, despite being relatively new. In Southern California, 20% of the population is an investor, while in the rest of the US it is close to 7%. Sites like RealtyShares, CrowdForce, and CrowdEngine allowed legal public donations. In some cases, 90% of  equity requirement was gathered through direct funding from the public. Furhermore, portfolios can be easier managed and viewed using data analytics apps like Rentlytics. With a 35 years of experience in the real estate sector, Kenny Slaught explains that California remains a strong market presence due to its modern strategies to pool capital. In Sacramento, San Francisco, and the Bay Area, $53 million was obtained from 90 residential, multifamily, and commercial properties.

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Santa Barbara’s most famous buildings include the old Hotel Virginia, El Pueblo Viejo district and the Old Mission’s two towers where festivals are held. The County Courthouse features colorful paintings, and the clock tower and observation deck offer a full view of the city. The Lobero theatre was founded in 1873 and rebuilt by George Washington Smith in the 1920s. Today, it hosts the best performances in the region. Kenny Slaught recognizes how the founder’s advanced city planning allowed for its rich legacy to remain intact.

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Architect George Washington Smith developed the Spanish Colonial revival style 100 years ago. Smith dropped out of Harvard to work in business, and later on relocated to Santa Barbara to retire. When noticing the locals appreciated his designs, we went on to create buildings for the city. Today, his works are known for their beauty and simplicity. He inspired numerous artists and became a founding father of Santa Barbara. Smith used genuine Spanish materials and mixed old styles with new ones in his work. According to Kenny Slaught, it takes a keen eye for detail to create such creative structures. 

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Multiple Hospice of Santa Barbara counsellors have effectively brought EMDR into their treatment plans after becoming certified in this cutting-edge therapy. As a result, many of their clients have reported stronger feelings of ease and comfort than they experienced with talk therapy alone. While EMDR does not replace the need for talk therapy, it can serve as an important complement for patients with particularly difficult grief or trauma. Kenny Slaught urges all seeking more information to “learn more about EMDR and other therapies offered through the hospice online at HospiceOfSantaBarbara.org or by calling the organization directly at (805) 563-8820.”

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