American dream putting homeowners in deep debt
First of three parts. If your home is a castle of debt with ramparts of low-cost loans to keep the empire secure and separated from economic reality, you are not alone.
read more…
Asbestos fear leads SBCC to close hall After more than 20 employees worked for two days in clouds of construction dust containing asbestos, Santa Barbara City College officials got an emergency permit on Monday to seal off
Just What Does Condo Owner Own? read more...
A different Venice? Loss of apartments might signal a change in character The impending demise of the White Dove Apartments might be a sign of what's on the horizon for Venice.read more...
Scott Burns (Reg Req'd) One of the things I am thankful for every day is the kindness of readers. Thank you for your trust.read more...
Tough economic times named top story of the year Photo illustration by Kevin J. Martin Traditional manufacturing jobs continued to disappear in 2006 as the economy soured.Commentread more...
Retail Profiles Susan Henry started Cobblestone & Vine in Little Rock, Ark., as a hobby 12 years ago in a 10 10 space above an interior design office.read more...