Giving Thanks For Opportunity
- Davis Brode
- Oct 28, 2025
- 3 min read
As the crisp air settles in and Thanksgiving approaches, November often brings a renewed sense of focus—and that's certainly true in the real estate market! While many folks start cozying up for the holidays, those still in the market are often the most serious and motivated. This can create a fantastic environment for both buyers and sellers.
For buyers, fewer people house-hunting means less competition, which can be a huge relief compared to the frenzy of spring and summer. It's a great time to be a discerning shopper and perhaps even find a seller more open to negotiation.
For sellers, listing in November means your home stands out. The buyers who are looking now are typically those who need to close a deal before the end of the year, making them highly qualified and eager. Don't let the thought of the holidays stop you; your home might just be the best present someone receives this year!
Let's capitalize on this often-overlooked real estate window.
If you're ready to make a move and have something to be thankful for—like a new home or a successful sale—before the year wraps up, this is your month!
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Local Happenings
Saturday Novemeber 15th
Chefsgiving at Pendry Hotel
"You're invited to join us for Pendry Newport Beach's third annual Chefsgiving, featuring some of Orange County's brightest culinary talents. Each participating chef will prepare a Thanksgiving-inspired small dish reflecting their culinary background and representative of their respective concepts, which will be showcased at chef-attended action stations and accompanied by wine and live entertainment."
Purchase Tickets HERE.
Nov 15th -Nov 16th
Autumn Festival
The twenty-fourth annual Autumn Festival at the Aquarium of the Pacific highlights the traditions and cultures of Japan, China, Korea, and the Philippines through a weekend of learning opportunities and family entertainment celebrating the diversity of Asian and Asian American cultures. The festival will feature traditional craft demonstrations, music, dance, cultural arts exhibits, and storytelling.
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Davis Brode
DRE# 01784627
Realtor®
Compass is a real estate broker licensed by the State of California operating under multiple entities. License Numbers 01991628, 01527235, 01527365. All material is intended for informational purposes only and is compiled from sources deemed reliable but is subject to errors, omissions, changes in price, condition, sale, or withdrawal without notice. No statement is made as to the accuracy of any description or measurements (including square footage). This is not intended to solicit property already listed. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions.
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