My name is Bruce Braswell. I am a Realtor and Broker from Santa Barbara. I publish this e-mail newsletter and website for Realtors and MLS members, Monday through Friday with a special Open House/Weekend Updates edition on Saturday. It is designed as a network for subscribers to share new information about current listings and current buyer needs. There is a subscriber base of approximately 500 and nearly all are Realtors, MLS members, or affiliates. I have been the publisher for over eight years. There is no fee to subscribe and it is supported entirely through subscriber donations.

Realtors and MLS members in Santa Barbara have found this to be an extremely valuable service. It adds another level of exposure for their listings, helps locate properties to suit their client’s needs, and provides valuable real estate-related information that can be used in consultation with clients and potential clients.

Real estate professionals are able to subscribe for free, while others donate a minimum of $20 to be added to the mailing list. The majority of subscribers support the Haves & Needs through donations and submissions.

My goal is to add value to this service through continual improvements. Therefore this publication is constantly evolving. Suggestions for improvements or new features are always welcomed.

I have been a licensed real estate broker in California for 20 years. I am no longer involved in real estate sales or management and have no plans to re-enter the business. I publish these newsletters as a service and do not compete with the subscribers.