Mrs. Chula Vista

10/20/2026

Some things are scarier than Halloween. 👻🎃 These are a few of them.

Plot twist: you can ask me questions BEFORE they become a scary story. 😉

Buying or selling? Let’s talk through your next move so you feel prepared every step of the way. 🏡

Gayle Montisano Dacumos
Realtor® / Marketing Expert
📲 619-962-7575
📧 [email protected]
DRE #01905182
Coldwell Banker West

10/19/2026

Most curb appeal advice was written for June. In October it is a different problem.

Lighting is the first issue. By mid-October, anyone driving by your house after work sees it in the dark, and an unlit porch reads like nobody lives there and the property is neglected.

Put a warm bulb in the porch fixture and two path lights along the walk.

You're looking at maybe $24 to $40, and it totally shifts what every single drive-by sees through the end of the season.

Second, edges. Not landscaping, edges.

A crisp line where the lawn meets the beds and a clean sweep of the walk make a house photograph as maintained, and maintained is the word you want sitting in a buyer’s head before they ever open an inspection report.

Finally, look at your front door.

One coat of paint and new hardware. It is the only thing that shows up in nearly every photo of your listing, including the one people see first, at thumbnail size, while scrolling.

One October warning. Keep the seasonal decor to a single thing. One pumpkin reads as charming. A full display dates your photos to one week of the year, and if the house is still available in January everybody can tell.

None of this is about adding value in some theoretical way. It's purely about making sure you don't lose out on showings before anyone even walks through the front door.

If you’re listing in San Diego this fall, send me a photo of the front of your house and I’ll tell you the one under $100 fix I’d make first.

— If we haven’t met yet, I’m Gayle, a real estate agent proudly serving San Diego and surrounding suburbs

𝙂𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙤𝙨
Realtor® / Marketing Expert
📲 𝟲𝟭𝟵-𝟵𝟲𝟮-𝟳𝟱𝟳𝟱
📧 [email protected]
DRE # 01905182
Coldwell Banker West

10/19/2026

New city. New chapter. Same goal: finding a place that feels like home. 🏡

👀🏡 Moving here? Let’s find your neighborhood and make your move!

Gayle Montisano Dacumos | REALTOR®
📲 619-962-7575
📧 [email protected]
Coldwell Banker West | DRE #01905182

10/15/2026

Nothing illegal happened. Just a normal week in San Diego real estate. The back door one comes up more than you would think, and yes, the wet shoes are part of it.

The only real tip in there: ask your agent who their guy is. If they have to think about it, that is your answer. Send me a message if you want the list of mine.

— Gayle, your San Diego Real Estate Agent

10/15/2026

My favorite words? “We’re ready to make a move.” 👀🏡

Ready when YOU are. Let's make moves! ✨

𝙂𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙤𝙨
Realtor® / Marketing Expert
📲 𝟲𝟭𝟵-𝟵𝟲𝟮-𝟳𝟱𝟳𝟱
📧 [email protected]
DRE # 01905182
Coldwell Banker West

10/13/2026

🍂🎃 Fall fun is calling! Explore the best 2026 San Diego Pumpkin Patches for pumpkin picking, corn mazes, hayrides, and family-friendly autumn adventures. Save this guide and plan your perfect fall outing! 🧡

10/13/2026

251 years of service, sacrifice, and tradition. ⚓ Happy birthday, U.S. Navy!

10/12/2026

Consider this your official permission to ask. 🏡 I’d much rather help you sell than find out from the sign in your yard.

If selling in San Diego has crossed your mind even once, text me. You’ll get a real number and an honest plan. 📲

𝙂𝙖𝙮𝙡𝙚 𝙈𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙤 𝘿𝙖𝙘𝙪𝙢𝙤𝙨
Realtor® / Marketing Expert
📲 𝟲𝟭𝟵-𝟵𝟲𝟮-𝟳𝟱𝟳𝟱
📧 [email protected]
DRE # 01905182
Coldwell Banker West

10/12/2026

⛳️🏌️‍♂️ IT’S HAPPENING NOW! ❤️🏡

The 6th Annual AREAA San Diego Golf Tournament for a Cause is here! 🎉

Join us today for a fun-filled day of golf, networking, and community impact as we come together to support the AREAA Foundation’s First-Time Home Buyer Assistance Program and help more families achieve the dream of homeownership. 🏡❤️

📅 Today, Monday, October 12, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM Check-In
📍 The Links at Lakehouse, San Marcos

Come join us, connect with San Diego’s real estate and lending community, and be part of something meaningful! Every swing supports a great cause. ⛳️💙

We hope to see you!

⛳️ SAVE THE DATE! AREAA San Diego’s 6th Annual Golf Tournament for a Cause is BACK! 🏌️‍♂️🏌️‍♀️❤️

Join us for an incredible day of golf, networking, community, and impact, all while supporting a cause that hits close to home. 🏡

Proceeds from this year’s tournament will benefit the AREAA Foundation First Time Home Buyer Assistance Program, helping create more opportunities for families to achieve the dream of homeownership.

📅 Monday, October 12, 2026
⏰ 11:30 AM Check-In

📍 The Links at Lakehouse
1750 San Pablo Dr, San Marcos, CA 92078

✨ Pay Now & Play Later — secure your spot today!

🎟️ Purchase tickets: (link is also in bio)
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/areaa-san-diegos-6th-annual-golf-tournament-for-a-cause

Come tee it up with San Diego’s real estate and lending community for a memorable day while making a meaningful difference. ❤️⛳️

10/08/2026

Your weekly reminder to get out and enjoy San Diego. ☀️