What makes Pacaso a better alternative to August?

Pacaso offers global vacation home ownership with properties in 40+ premier destinations, providing greater variety, flexibility, and a sense of long-term belonging.

How much does it cost to own a Pacaso home compared to August?

Pacaso shares start at ~$200K for 1/8th ownership while August Collection shares start at €405K with up to 21 co-owners per Collection.

Does Pacaso offer financing options?

Yes, Pacaso offers competitive financing for up to 70% of the home’s purchase price.

How does Pacaso’s SmartStay™ scheduling work?

SmartStay™ lets owners view and book stays in real time through our app, accounting for seasonality and local events while adapting to each owner’s preferences over time.

What destinations can I access with Pacaso?

Pacaso has homes in over 40 premier destinations worldwide, including Napa Valley, Aspen, Paris, London, Cabo, and Jackson.

Does Pacaso allow home swaps?

While August offers access to four or five homes within a collection, Pacaso’s global network lets owners swap stays across multiple destinations in its portfolio with 80% of the portfolio being eligible.

Is Pacaso a full-service ownership experience?

Yes. Pacaso manages acquisition, renovation, and design. Each home is fully furnished and professionally managed, offering a turnkey luxury ownership experience.

Luxury vacation home comparison

Pacaso vs. August

Both offer true co-ownership in luxury homes, but their models differ significantly. Pacaso provides the opportunity to own real estate equity in a single home, while August offers equity in a collection of four to five European homes.

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What to know about August

August specializes in European holiday homes, integrating homeowners into the community with collections of 4-5 homes.

What is August?

August is a co-ownership platform for European homes, organized into curated Collections. Owners enjoy access to four to five renovated, fully managed properties in cities across Europe.

How does August work?

Owners buy into a Collection, which includes 4–5 unique homes with up to 21 other co-owners. They hold equity shares, schedule stays via a points system, and enjoy 7–20 weeks per year across the properties.

How much does August Collections cost?

Shares start at €405,000 for access to five homes. Annual fees for taxes, insurance, maintenance, and management start at €12,500. Stay costs like cleaning and utilities are billed separately after each visit.

What is August?
August is a co-ownership platform for European homes, organized into curated Collections. Owners enjoy access to four to five renovated, fully managed properties in cities across Europe.
How does August work?
Owners buy into a Collection, which includes 4–5 unique homes with up to 21 other co-owners. They hold equity shares, schedule stays via a points system, and enjoy 7–20 weeks per year across the properties.
How much does August Collections cost?
Shares start at €405,000 for access to five homes. Annual fees for taxes, insurance, maintenance, and management start at €12,500. Stay costs like cleaning and utilities are billed separately after each visit.

Pacaso vs. August

Features comparison

Category	Pacaso	August Collections
Ownership type	1/8 – 1/2 co-ownership shares via LLC	1/16 – 1/21 share via real estate company
Destinations	40+ global markets (e.g. Paris, Aspen)	4-5 destinations per Collection ownership
Cost structure	$200K – $2M per share	€405K – €1.8M per share
Scheduling	SmartStay™ app-based booking	Points-based booking system
Management	Full-service, turnkey	Full-service, turnkey
Owners per home	Up to eight owners per home	Up to 21 owners per home collection
Financing	Integrated financing up to 70% LTV	No mention of financing options in public information
Swap network	80% of Pacaso homes are eligible for a global home swap	Each collection includes access to 4 – 5 homes unless additional shares in other collections are purchased
Best for	Buyers seeking single-property ownership with flexibility	Travelers desiring multiple European homes

How does August compare to Pacaso?

Destinations
August gives owners access to 10 European destinations, with each collection providing access to 4 or 5 of those destinations, including the South of France, Tuscany, and Rome. Pacaso offers 40+ global markets, including Napa, Aspen, and Paris.
Scheduling
August uses a points-based system that allows owners to reserve stays across their 4–5 homes, balancing peak and off-peak weeks fairly among the co-owners; Pacaso’s SmartStay™ technology ensures fair and flexible scheduling between the owners and opportunities to swap stays with all other Pacaso owners participating in Global Swap.
Amount of owners
Each August Collection can have up to 21 owners, while a Pacaso home can have up to eight owners.
Investment cost
August shares start at €405K with up to 21 co-owners, while Pacaso offers shares from an average price of $700K with up to eight owners per home.
Access flexibility
August provides access to 4–5 European homes per collection, while Pacaso’s global network allows swaps across multiple destinations, with 80% of the portfolio eligible.
Financing options
August doesn't offer integrated financing; Pacaso offers financing to make ownership more accessible.

Equity, luxury, and flexibility

Why choose Pacaso's co-ownership model?

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Equity, luxury, and flexibility

Why choose Pacaso's co-ownership model?

Curated luxury homes: Professionally designed homes in 40+ premier destinations, like a Napa Valley estate for ~$700K per share.
Full-service management: Dedicated Home Manager and concierge support ensures every detail is handled, from cleaning to ongoing home maintenance.
SmartStay™ scheduling: App-based booking puts flexibility at your fingertips, letting you reserve your Malibu beach home—or any property—in minutes.
Global swap network: Swap stays across destinations worldwide, such as trading a Paris apartment for a stay in a Cabo villa, maximizing variety and vacation opportunities.
Integrated financing: Make ownership more accessible with built-in financing, letting you acquire a $3M home for roughly $700K per share.

Invest in your dream second home with Pacaso

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Invest in your dream second home with Pacaso

Pacaso makes luxury second home co-ownership simple and accessible. Enjoy real estate equity ownership in premier destinations around the world, from mountain retreats to beachside villas. With fully managed homes, concierge-level services, and SmartStay™ scheduling, Pacaso combines effortless luxury with the long-term value of real estate ownership.

Pacaso FAQs

What makes Pacaso a better alternative to August?
Pacaso offers global vacation home ownership with properties in 40+ premier destinations, providing greater variety, flexibility, and a sense of long-term belonging.
How much does it cost to own a Pacaso home compared to August?
Pacaso shares start at ~$200K for 1/8th ownership while August Collection shares start at €405K with up to 21 co-owners per Collection.
Does Pacaso offer financing options?
Yes, Pacaso offers competitive financing for up to 70% of the home’s purchase price.
How does Pacaso’s SmartStay™ scheduling work?
SmartStay™ lets owners view and book stays in real time through our app, accounting for seasonality and local events while adapting to each owner’s preferences over time.
What destinations can I access with Pacaso?
Pacaso has homes in over 40 premier destinations worldwide, including Napa Valley, Aspen, Paris, London, Cabo, and Jackson.
Does Pacaso allow home swaps?
While August offers access to four or five homes within a collection, Pacaso’s global network lets owners swap stays across multiple destinations in its portfolio with 80% of the portfolio being eligible.
Is Pacaso a full-service ownership experience?
Yes. Pacaso manages acquisition, renovation, and design. Each home is fully furnished and professionally managed, offering a turnkey luxury ownership experience.

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