Guest commentary: An economic outlook on California’s climbing energy prices
By Michael Manchak A recent report from The California Center for Jobs and the Economy reveals that the Golden State currently faces the highest energy rates in the nation for electricity, gasoline, and diesel, with the fifth-highest natural gas prices. The forecast for 2024 suggests a continued upward trend in energy prices, primarily influenced by Read More →
CRE outlook: Green light for CRE projects to stay on in 2024
Developmental projects, whether they be for housing or commercial, are expected to continue full steam ahead in 2024 even as many developers and businesses will continue to remain cautious. Building and construction were expected to take a back seat in 2023, as economic headwinds from a regional banking crisis, to overseas issues and even continued Read More →
Santa Barbara fiduciary firm sold
Quinn Fiduciary Services, a Santa Barbara-based professional fiduciary firm, has been purchased by Tamara Skov and Shannon Dalton. According to a Jan. 3 press release, Jackie Quinn, founder of QFS, will remain involved with the firm for the next several months to ensure a solid transition. New co-owners Skov and Dalton, both licensed professional fiduciaries, have Read More →
Vital signs: Majority of companies will begin tracking office attendance in ‘24
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Santa Barbara ponders two redevelopment proposals amid need for housing
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Dubroff: New launch fees will help fuel Vandenberg’s expansion
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Our view: Lessons learned from the Thomas Fire and Montecito mudslides
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