
Market update
Santa Monica Monthly – October 2023
REGINA VANNICOLA
310.625.2061

More Unmarried Couples Are Buying Homes Together...What to Know Before You Do.
More couples are becoming homeowners before tying the knot. Unmarried couples make up 18% of all first-time homebuyers, up from just 4% in 1985, according to a 2022 report by the National Association of Realtors... Courtesy of CNBC

LAST CHANCE TO BUY TICKETS!
Next Saturday, October 14th from 5-8PM at The Golden Bull, Santa Monica, we will be hosting our 3rd Annual Sip, Snack, & Support Fundraiser and Social Event benefitting the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! It’ll be an unforgettable evening of luxury silent auction items, incredible raffle tickets to some of our favorite local restaurants, amazing food and drink and even better company! It’s a night you won’t want to miss!
Thank you to all who have already donated and/or registered for tickets!
Sneak peek at some of the silent auction items below:



WHEN: October 14, 2023, 5-8pm
WHERE: THE GOLDEN BULL, 170 W Channel Rd, Santa Monica CA
For more info, please contact Taylor Simon
taylor@reginavannicola.com
To purchase event tickets today, please navigate to the URL or QR code below and click the ’SHOP OUR STORE’ button, or you may sign up via phone with Matt Krinsky at (310)846-4718.

Santa Monica Market Update | September 2023
Food Obsession of the Month

Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla
This Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadilla is the quickest, easiest protein packed lunch!
Source: thebestketorecipes.com
1 large Carb Balance tortilla
1/2 cup sliced roasted Chicken or leftover turkey is great!
2 slices cooked bacon
1/3 cup shredded white cheddar cheese
1 tablespoon red onion, chopped
1 tablespoon green chiles
1-2 tablespoons ranch dressing
To assemble your quesadilla spread ranch over the tortilla, top with shredded cheese, chicken or turkey, bacon, red onion and green chiles.
Heat a medium-sized skillet to medium heat. Once hot, butter or spray your skillet with cooking oil, then add your quesadilla. Allow to cook 4-5 minutes (until the tortilla is browned), flip, and cook another 4-5 minutes.
Local Happenings

OCTOBERFEST at The Bungalow
OCTOBER 12TH 5-11PM
"Get ready for brats & beer by the beach! Join us for an Oktoberfest celebration at The Bungalow Santa Monica where we’ll be serving up delicious pretzels, sizzling bratwurst, ice-cold beer, and a tempting lineup of cocktails. Plus, get your competitive spirit ready for some exciting games backyard games like cornhole and large Jenga. DJ Graham Funke will also be spinning our favorite songs and mixing in other German tunes. Don’t miss this our fun twist on a classic Oktoberfest party open to all ages and dog friendly while The Bungalow remains 21+."
More info HERE

MEAL'S ON WHEELS ANNUAL FUNDRAISER
OCTOBER 28TH 8PM
MOW West is already gearing up for the spookiest season of the year! We are hard at work preparing for Our Annual Halloween Bash, where we raise money to continue serving those from vulnerable populations within our community. The event will be held on October 28th 8pm-Midnight at the Marina Del Rey Marriott.
More info HERE
Lifestyle Tips & Tricks

Best Housewarming Gifts
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Maximize Property Value After a Disaster
The first 48 hours are critical to mitigating the costs of restoring a damaged home or business.

Best Places to Live in the U.S. in 2023-2024
To make the top of the list, a place had to have good value, be a desirable place to live, have a strong job market and a high quality of life.

10 Ways to Maximize Square Footage in a Small Bedroom
The secret to living large in a tiny bedroom is in the details.
Local Happenings

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