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There's something special about bringing together the people who've trusted you with one of their biggest life decisions. Our 2021 client appreciation event at Underwood Family Farms was exactly that: gratitude, community and Halloween fun, and a reminder of why I love this work.
As someone who's sold 500+ homes since 2009 across Conejo Valley, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding communities, I've learned that real estate isn't just about transactions. It's about relationships, trust, and being there for families during pivotal moments in their lives.
Key Takeaways
- DB Real Estate Group has sold 500+ homes since 2009 across Conejo Valley, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding communities.
- Davis Bartels is ranked in the top 1% nationally for sales performance.
- The 2021 client appreciation event was held at Underwood Family Farms with Halloween festivities for families with children.
- Client Keith shared how smooth his first-time home purchase was and has since recommended the team to others.
- The real estate group serves Ventura County and LA County communities including Newbury Park, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, and Calabasas.
DB Real Estate Group held its 2021 client appreciation event at Underwood Family Farms, featuring Halloween festivities for families with children. The group has sold over 500 homes since 2009 across Conejo Valley, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, and surrounding Ventura and LA County communities, and is ranked in the top 1% nationally for sales performance.
Why Do Top Real Estate Agents Host Client Appreciation Events?
When you've helped hundreds of families find homes in areas like Newbury Park, Oak Park, Agoura Hills, and Calabasas, staying connected becomes more than just good business practice. It becomes personal. Our annual client appreciation day does a few things a typical marketing event does not.
First, it's my way of saying thank you to the families who've trusted DB Real Estate Group with a purchase or sale. Every client has a story, and many have become friends well after closing day.
Second, it gets everyone together in a relaxed setting. There's no sales pitch and no market talk unless someone asks. It's about good weather, kids running around, and the community we've built together.
What Makes Underwood Family Farms Perfect for Community Events?
Choosing Underwood Family Farms wasn't accidental. It sits in the middle of our service area, and it offers the mix of family activities, open space and local character that draws many of my clients to Ventura County in the first place.
The Halloween festivities added an extra layer of excitement, especially for families with children. Kids in costumes, parents catching up with neighbors: that was exactly the atmosphere we hoped for, and the kind of afternoon that reminds you why families put down roots here.
The farm setting also made conversation easier. Without the formal structure of an office meeting or the pressure of a listing appointment, clients could share how they're enjoying their new neighborhoods, ask casual questions about market trends, or simply catch up on life changes since we last connected. It's the same easy pace you find on a weekend hike at Wildwood Regional Park or a picnic at the Conejo Valley Botanic Garden.
How Do Real Estate Relationships Extend Beyond Closing Day?
Keith, one of our clients, said something at the event that I hear often. His first home purchase went smoothly, and that experience led him to recommend us to friends. That kind of referral only happens when the client's outcome comes first.
A top 1% national ranking is built the same way: by treating each client as a long-term relationship rather than a single file. When a family trusts you to find a home in a competitive market like Westlake Village or Thousand Oaks, that responsibility doesn't end at closing.
Our clients often reach out months or years later with questions about home improvements, market values, or recommendations for local services. They refer friends and family members who are looking to buy or sell. Some eventually become repeat clients when life changes require a different home. These ongoing relationships are what make real estate such a rewarding career.
What Does Client Appreciation Look Like in Practice?
Real estate can feel impersonal, so setting aside a day to thank the people who trusted you matters. The 2019 client appreciation event and other annual gatherings represent our commitment to maintaining those personal connections that make buying or selling a home feel less stressful and more supported.
Every family at the farm that day had a different story. Some were first-time buyers like Keith's family, others were empty nesters who had downsized, and some were growing families who needed more space. What they shared was a team that put their needs first.
When a client says their experience "couldn't have been better," or sends a friend your way unprompted, you know the approach is working. It's the same neighborly feel you get at Janss Marketplace or over dinner at The Stonehaus in Westlake Village. The tradition continued the following year with our 2022 client appreciation event.
Thinking About Buying or Selling?
Our annual client appreciation events reflect how DB Real Estate Group approaches every relationship. If you're buying a first home, selling to upsize or downsize, or investing locally, the goal is the same: a relationship that outlasts the transaction.
If you're weighing a move in Conejo Valley, Westlake Village, Thousand Oaks, or any of our surrounding communities, I'm happy to talk it through if that's useful. You can learn more at davisbartels.com, and if you do become a client, you'll get an invitation to the next one.
