Ready or not...March is officially here!

If February was for the heart, March is all about the 'green'—and I don’t just mean the clover.

As the frost starts to melt, the real estate market is seriously springing to life. Whether you’re feeling lucky enough to find your 'pot of gold' home or you’re ready to see how much green your current house is worth in today’s 2026 market, I’m here to be your lucky charm.

Let’s skip the blarney and get straight to the facts: it’s a golden time to make a move.

- Susan Pate
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Real Estate in the News

Compass Names Neda Navab New President

Navab, who has been with Compass since 2018, has been named president of Compass Real Estate and will focus on agent support.

Courtesy of housingwire

Local Happenings

78th Annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show | March 20 - 22

Dive into a world of wonder at the 78th Annual Santa Barbara International Orchid Show, taking place March 20 - 22, 2026. This year’s theme, Orchid Escape, invites you to explore the vibrant beauty of orchids and their natural habitats.

Click here for details.

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Coffee Culture Fest | March 28

Welcome to the Coffee Culture Fest – the first event of its kind on the Central Coast. This all-day celebration blends coffee culture, arts, science, and community. It’s an open invitation to neighbors near and far to gather, learn, and connect over a shared cup.

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Lifestyle Tips and Tricks

Not Sure If You Are Ready To Buy A Home? Ask Yourself These 5 Questions...

If you’re trying to decide if you’re ready to become a homeowner in the next twelve months, there’s probably a lot on your mind. You’re thinking about your finances, today’s mortgage rates, home prices, the current state of the economy, and more...

Courtesy of keeping current matters

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