Meet the Team: Deborah Samuel, Senior Specialist Realtor & SB SOS
Santa Barbara’s Senior Experts
Curious about who’s behind Santa Barbara’s most trusted senior-focused real estate and relocation team? Wondering how one seamless partnership helps seniors downsize, sell, and move with ease in Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Montecito? Let us introduce ourselves.
🧭 Who We Are: Deborah Samuel & SB SOS
Deborah Samuel – Senior Specialist Realtor
Deborah is a top 1% Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties Realtor, licensed in California (DRE #02119798). With over two decades in education, 15 years building custom homes, and over $60 million in closed senior client transactions, she brings unmatched experience to senior real estate in Santa Barbara and Montecito. Her credentials include Senior Real Estate Specialist (SRES®), Luxury Specialist, and Residential Remodel Specialist—making her uniquely equipped to guide older homeowners through strategic home preparation and market insights
SB SOS – Santa Barbara Senior Organization Support
Owned and operated by Deborah and her wife Kelsey Samuel, SB SOS offers concierge-level relocation, downsizing, estate liquidation, cleanouts, and home setup for seniors across Santa Barbara, Goleta, and Montecito with all the details of packing, organizing, donations, and sales.
🧺 Our A–Z Services: A Full Spectrum of Senior Transition Support
| Service Area | What We Provide |
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| Downsizing & Sorting | Helping seniors and families sort personal items, decide what to keep, donate, sell, or discard |
| Estate Sales & Liquidation | Coordinating estate sales at local and national levels; partnering with antique specialists and estate buyers SB SOSdeborahsellssb.com |
| Packing & Moving | Full-service relocation with cataloging, floor planning, moving, and setup—no boxes left behind SB SOS |
| New Home Setup | Unpacking, staging, and arranging belongings in the new space for a comfortable, turnkey lifestyle SB SOS |
| Real Estate Listing & Sales | Deborah leads strategic pricing, home prep, renovations, inspections, and sale for maximum return SB SOS Berkshire Hathaway California Properties |
| Trust & Probate Coordination | Working with families, trustees, executors, and attorneys to manage regulatory and transaction requirements SB SOS |
| Relocation Coordination | Helping local or interstate senior moves, aligning housing, transportation, and community placement SB SOSSB SOS |
Built as a cohesive partnership, Deborah and Kelsey at SB SOS deliver a unified experience from house sale to downsizing through new home setup—a rare full-service solution for seniors.
🌟 Success Stories from Our Community
Here’s what clients in Montecito and Santa Barbara have shared:
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A husband and wife who lived in their architect-designed home for 40 years trusted Deborah to sell—and SB SOS managed every aspect of their move. They transitioned into active senior communities stress‑free
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One family relocated their elderly mother across the country; SB SOS coordinated downsizing, transportation, and full setup, while Deborah sold the home above asking price in just four days deborahsellssb.com.
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A widow in mission canyon downsized with SB SOS's support, moved into an active community, and now enjoys a carefree lifestyle with no more maintenance burdens.
We’ve served over 300 senior relocations, consistently earning 5-star reviews for meticulous planning, compassion, and clear communication deborahsellssb.com.
📝 Why Seniors Trust Deborah Samuel and SB SOS
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Local Senior Expertise: Over $60M in closed senior home sales, deep knowledge of Montecito/Santa Barbara luxury markets, and insider access to premier senior living options deborahsellssb.com.
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True Partnership Model: Deborah handles the real estate side; SB SOS manages downsizing and relocation—total coordination from A to Z.
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Emotional Intelligence & Compassion: Sensitive approach to life changes, listening to each client’s pace, priorities, and emotional needs deborahsellssb.comSB SOS.
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Transparent Process: Clear communication, realistic timelines, and seamless transitions from sale to settlement.
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Trusted Reputation: Top‑ranked Berkshire Hathaway agent, SRES® designation, and glowing testimonials from local seniors and families
🧡 Your Dedicated Senior Transition Team
If you or a loved one are planning to sell a long‑held home in Santa Barbara, Montecito, or Goleta, and you're looking for a trusted team to manage selling, downsizing, moving, and setting up your next space—Deborah and Kelsey Samuel and the SB SOS Team are here for you.
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A stress-free, personalized transition from homeownership into your next chapter.
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A wide network of community connections, including Samarkand, Casa Dorinda, Maravilla, Vista del Monte, Valle Verde, and more.
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Complete legal, logistical, and emotional support at every step.
📞 Contact Your Senior Transition Experts Today
Ready to begin? Reach out for a free consultation and discover how our combined services make senior relocation and home sale peaceful, dignified, and seamless.
Call Deborah at 805‑570‑6680 or Kelsey at 805-946-0060
Email: [email protected]
Visit DeborahSellsSB.com
