August Newsletter

“Breathe the sweetness that hovers in August." – Denise Levertov Read on for everything you should do this month and discover lifestyle tips curated just for you! Real Estate  in the News Why You Need To Know About ‘Pocket Listings’ in an Increasingly Competitive Real Estate Market Some of the most exclusive real estate properties never hit the open market. Instead, sellers will only solicit offers from a select group of buyers through what’s known as a “pocket listing.” This practice is nothing new. But in a super-competitive real estate market, it’s not just luxury homes that are being sold this way. Here’s what you need to know about pocket listings — and how you can find out about them if you’re in the market for a new home. Read more on Yahoo Finance Local Events Vintner and Vines Tour at  Pelletiere Estate Vineyard and Winery "Deep in the willow creek district of Paso Robles, discover distinctive Italian wines unique to Pelletiere Estate by walking with the winemaker and Vintner as they explain the process involved in making limited production Italian style wines. Then experience these exceptional wines first hand with a guided tasting" the event page noted.  Reservations can be made here.  Concerts in the Plaza Returns "Downtown SLO and Sunset Honda proudly present the 25th Anniversary Concerts in the Plaza Series! Concerts in the Plaza is an 8-week free summer concert series, August 6 – September 24 in Mission Plaza in beautiful Downtown San Luis Obispo" as stated on the website.  See the lineup and learn more here. Lifestyle Tips & Tricks Don't Overlook These Hidden Costs When Rushing to Buy a Home in a Hot Market In a housing market where almost half of U.S. homes sell within a week and prices are climbing at a rapid clip, it’s easy for a buyer to overlook hidden costs in the quest to land a new home.  That’s all the more reason buyers - especially first-time buyers - should step back, breathe and consider all the costs involved. Read more on USA Today The Best Vegetables and Flowers to Plant in August If the idea of gardening in the summer isn't sitting well with you this year, or if you've just been too busy to actually start your garden, don't worry. The crisp fall season is a great time to grow a slew of vegetables and flowers! Courtesy of Good Housekeeping The 26 Best Curb Appeal Ideas for Every Budget Despite what you might think, improving a home’s curb appeal doesn’t have to cost a fortune. There are many tricks that real estate agents use to make their listings look great and sell faster on a budget. No matter what your budget is, there are ways to make your listing shine. Read more on The Close The Best Places to Travel in August Is there any month more tailor-made for a vacation than August? The peak of summer is the perfect time to jettison all 9-to-5 obligations and indulge in a trip. If you're hoping to squeeze in a vacation before Labor Day, here are nine of the best places to travel in August. Courtesy of Condé Nast Traveler View Listings Gabe Davis Realtor® DRE#02149531 www.GabeDavisRE.com 805.316.1108 Gabe@GabeDavisRE.com © Compass 2021 ¦ All Rights Reserved by Compass ¦ Made in NYC Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California operating under multiple entities. License Numbers 01991628, 1527235, 1527365, 1356742, 1443761, 1997075, 1935359, 1961027, 1842987, 1869607, 1866771, 1527205, 1079009, 1272467. All material presented herein is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but has not been verified. Changes in price, condition, sale or withdrawal may be made without notice. No statement is made as to accuracy of any description. All measurements and square footage are approximate. Equal Housing Opportunity. marketingcenter-southerncalifornia-centralcoast