Minimum wage hike has ripple effect on exempt worker status
As fall settles and you break out the Halloween decorations, it’s time to think about the biggest fright of the season: Next year’s new employment laws.
Crowdfunding firm buys Santa Barbara startup, launches investing platform
Invested.in, the crowdfunding technology platform founded by Conejo Valley entrepreneur Alon Goren, has acquired MyNewFinancialAdvisor, a Santa Barbara startup.
Court filings offer a rare glimpse into Countrywide’s operations
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Deli owners restore 1940s Santa Barbara cocktail lounge
Make that four pickles. The father-and-son team behind Three Pickles Deli + Sub in downtown Santa Barbara have bought a next-door business and are revamping the classic cocktail lounge, even bringing back a former bartender and historic sign. The new spot, named The Pickle Room, will have a grand opening on Oct. 5. It is Read More →
Ventura County developers pull back amid high vacancy
The ’70s are back. At least when it comes to the state of commercial real estate development in Ventura County. While new home building in Ventura County is up compared to last year, commercial development is at a 37-year low, according to the latest report from the California Economic Forecast. Total investment in Ventura County Read More →
KEYT parent gets the timing right with Central Coast rolloup
KEYT’s parent company is making a major consolidation move in taking over the Fox affiliate on the Central Coast.
Schniepp: Expect rising home prices, slow job growth in Ventura County
Ventura County will see more housing starts, retail growth and moderate job gains through the end of the year and next year.
