Reliable realtor you can trust, unfortunately look elsewhere…read more I had a scheduled showing with Mick at a property today at 4:30 p.m. we had confirmed yesterday. I text him at 4:00pm today as a confirmation that we will see you soon. He responded with a short message saying the seller is no longer showing their property. I called him no answer. I texted him back no answer. We literally arranged our day to go see this house. I think he completely forgot about us and did not even have the audacity to offer a explanation to the property situation. Terrible realtor to work with. Blowing off serious buyers and treating them with no respect or audacity to even return their call or text. This property is already been on the market for over 130 days, that should already shows a reflection of a poor performing agent.

My partner and I recently relocated back to San Diego. Due to accepting a new job in San Diego, my…read moregoal was to purchase a new property prior to starting the position and although this may sound like a simple task, I wanted to complete this in less than 6 weeks. From the moment I accepted my new job, I was placed in contact with Mick who immediately reached out to us to gain an understanding of our real estate wish list. Mick quickly grasped what we were seeking and provided his expert advice on the local market and since we were relocating from out of state, he also provided recommendations for a listing agent and brokers to obtain a pre-approval for our new home loan. At no point in this process did we feel pressure to make a decision. Mick was very accessible during our home purchase, is meticulous, trustworthy, and responded to our inquires in a very prompt and courteous manner. For each home we toured, Mick honed in on specific likes/dislikes and provided his expertise on our potential investment. Mick is a great negotiator and negotiated a reduction in the purchase price for our new home. The rapport we built with Mick put us at ease and we are 100% confident on our investment. I have worked with at least 6 realtors and Mick is by far, the best realtor I have ever worked with and if/when it comes time to list/purchase a new property, I will not hesitate contacting Mick again.

Working on selling our home with Brian was a great experience. Brian and his team are extremely…read morefriendly and it is clear that the work hard to ensure the house shows well in photos, is advertised well, and they are present during open houses to discuss the home (rather than sending someone else who doesn't know the home). Worth every penny of the commission.

From the owner: Brian Bazinet, a real estate professional with Compass Real Estate, has 2 years of experience and…read more17 reviews. Specializing in the San Diego area, including Chula Vista, Oceanside, Escondido, Carlsbad, El Cajon, Vista, San Marcos, Encinitas, and La Mesa, Brian is dedicated to providing exceptional service. His passion for the local market, combined with over 20 years of negotiating experience, ensures that clients receive top-tier guidance whether buying or selling their homes. He is also involved in local organizations like The Center and Mama's Kitchen. Brian's commitment to excellence and his dedication to his clients make him the go-to agent for a seamless, rewarding real estate experience. License number: DRE 02214087.

Kimberly Schmidt is hands down the best realtor I've ever worked with. She was more than an agent…read more-- she was a strategic partner who had my back the entire time. She had answers for everything, made the process seamless, and got my condo sold fast (I had 2 offers in a few days!) with zero hiccups. I'm incredibly grateful to have had her on my side. Highly recommend!

Hi Kimberly, I have decided not to sell my house now, but…read morethank you very much for your time and help. You are a fantastic real estate broker and person. Sincerely, Rod

We had a fantastic experience with Todd at Compass. We were moving to San Diego from out of the…read morecountry, so needed a lot of support and guidance when buying a home. He made himself available whenever we could make it to town to look with us, and he really took the time to understand what we were looking for. His wealth of knowledge and ample experience were a huge help since we were new to the SD market, and relatively clueless about the process. From beginning to end, and even after closing, Todd and his team were there to assist us with buying our dream home. Todd went above and beyond with many visits over to the house, and many calls answering questions or troubleshooting solutions to issues that came up. He was patient and wonderful throughout, and held our hands through all of the paperwork, inspections, insurance, etc. Most importantly, he was always honest with us and had our best interest at heart. We wish everybody provided the kind of service that we got and can't say enough great things about Todd Armstrong and Associates. Highly recommend!!!

We hired Todd and Jon based on a referral from another Military member who knew him personally,…read moreused them to buy two homes and we can't stop recommending them to others from day one! We went from an extremely stressful team at Century 21 that couldnt get us into a home for over 7 months to Todd's team which was night an day and into our home in under 3 months including closing timeframes. Day one was an interview with all our of desires, expectations as well as his teams expectations. This meant a lot to me and my wife. It also helped them understand who were were are clients. This market is stressful enough, they took that on THEIR shoulders and off of ours. They understand that there always will be another house out there and he will always put the best foot forward. They never pressured us on going out of what we can afford. That is huge! Communication was key for us. Never had an email or voicemail go under noticed for over 2 hours! They could have a 100 clients but they make you feel like you are the only one. Weekends werent days off for his team. VA process: It can be difficult to get a seller to agree to VA sometimes, they are educated on what a VA loan actually is and he markets it well to the seller for their comfort. Prior Military member: This meant a lot for us. Understanding the lifestyle of your client. He also knows the meaning of hard work with excellent results. Lender: They set us up with a team from Chase that met our needs and get rates, low fees etc. Putting in an offer: This process can be the most stressful here in San Diego. They made it easier by knowing the area, market value and we got a deal right at appraisal! Todd and Jon are great negotiators and make sure that every need we requested was fullfilled. Closing process: As easy as it gets! No to mention they have been in the business for a very long time and help set up our "future projects" with other clients to eliminate that hassle of random contractors. Thank you for everything your team has done for my family and your cards with be given out anytime someone talks about real estate.

WARNING: Deceptive Practices & Breach of Contract I am sharing my experience with Jeff Brick…read more(Listing Agent) to warn other buyers to protect their interests. Had I known his methods, I would never have proceeded with this transaction. 1. Unauthorized Property Removal: A washer and dryer in good working condition were present during showings but removed without my consent after contingencies were waived. When confronted, the claim was they were "old and worthless" -- then why go through the trouble of removing them? Only $500 was offered for appliances costing $2,000+ to replace. 2. Breach of Signed Repair Agreement: We had a signed Request for Repair (RR No. 2) where it was explicitly agreed to hire "Licensed Contractors" for the roof, plumbing, and electrical work, and a "Qualified Professional" for the chimney. Instead, repairs were assigned to an unqualified flooring/painting contractor. This was a direct violation of our written agreement, coordinated by the listing agent to save costs at the expense of the home's safety and quality. 3. Misleading Termite Clearance: He provided a "clearance" that lacked the industry-standard warranty, relying on deceptive wordplay to bypass professional accountability. Bottom Line: Jeff Brick prioritizes closing the deal over honesty and contractual obligations. Do not rely on his assurances; verify every single detail with your own independent experts.

From the owner: The following is a partial list of the programs offered by Citywide Home Loans & CHL Mortgage with…read morea brief description of the key elements of each. For a complete list of the programs we offer, please contact us. Conventional Loans Traditional loan programs that usually require 5% down and offer competitive interest rates. Documentation and fair-to-good credit are necessary. State Bond Loans Programs that offer 100% financing to first time and repeat home buyers. These low cost, low interest mortgage program, enable more people to invest in their own homes. Home Renovation Loans Home loans designed to create opportunities to repair or improve existing homes and increase the value of homes. Rural Housing Loans USDA programs provide homeownership opportunities to individuals in qualifying rural areas. Jumbo Loans Loan Programs that offer financing for loan amounts greater than the convention or high balance limits. FHA Mortgages FHA-insured loans require very little cash investment to close a loan. There is more flexibility in calculating household income and payment ratios. VA Mortgages VA helps US Military service members, Veterans, and eligible surviving spouses become homeowners.

recently had the pleasure of working with Jill as my real estate agent, and I couldn't be happier…read morewith the experience. From start to finish, Jill was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and patient. As a first-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions and concerns about the buying process. Jill was always available to answer my questions and offer guidance. She took the time to understand my needs and preferences, and she helped me find the perfect home that met all of my criteria. Jill was also super nice and easy to work with. She was always professional, yet personable, and I felt like I could trust her completely. She made the entire process stress-free and enjoyable. Overall, I highly recommend Jill as a real estate agent. She is an absolute pleasure to work with, and I am so grateful for her help in finding my dream home.

I could not have gotten a better realtor to help me with my first home purchase. Not only was I a…read morefirst time home buyer who was practically clueless and I was also out of state. From the initially FaceTime tours of the homes to closing, Jill was so helpful and patient with everything.

Jesse and his team totally kick ass selling our house. Couldn't be more happy how easy it was with…read morehim. The only problem was I couldn't have him for our new house though... I'll just say not all Real Estate agents are created equal... Jesse is a real alpha, if you just let him do his thing and follow his direction y'all won't be disappointed. We had our buyer within a week of our listing going live and had several bids... in December at that... Thanks Jesse and the team at greenhouse Group -Matt/Cherie

My husband and I recently bought our first home, and we truly couldn't have done it without the…read moreincredible team at the Greenhouse Group. Our realtor, Craig, was amazing from start to finish. He helped us search for the right place and offered thoughtful, honest advice throughout the entire process. One thing we really appreciated was that we never once felt pressured to make a quick decision. Craig genuinely wanted us to find a home that we loved and that he himself would feel comfortable living in. He was also extremely diligent during the home inspection process, which gave us a lot of confidence and peace of mind. Craig went above and beyond in ways we never expected. He even took the time to make a YouTube video for my husband to show him how to handle a few DIY things around the house. On top of that, he had several hour-plus phone calls with my husband just to walk through the escrow process in detail and make sure we truly understood everything that was happening. That level of patience and dedication meant a lot to us. At one point Craig had even injured his foot, and despite that he still showed up to help us view homes. That kind of commitment really says a lot about the kind of person he is. We also want to give a huge shoutout to Jeremy, our mortgage officer. Buying a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you can make, and Jeremy did an incredible job walking us through everything step by step. Our loan situation was a bit complicated in the beginning, but Jeremy gave us solid advice and helped us get to where we needed to be in less than a year. He always made sure we understood the financial side of things and felt comfortable with the decisions we were making. Jeremy also showed us that having a strong relationship with lenders and simply being a genuinely good, personable person who's easy to talk to can make a huge difference in getting a loan approved. On top of all his professional accolades and knowledge, he's someone who is approachable and easy to communicate with, which is honestly a rare quality and something that made this whole process so much smoother for us. What really stood out to us about this team is that they're not just a realtor group. They're a group of people who ended up becoming our friends throughout this journey. They made it clear that if we ever have questions down the road, they'll always be available to help, no matter how long it's been since we bought our home. That kind of long-term support means a lot. Overall, the entire team was incredibly helpful, communicative, and trustworthy. We always felt like they were truly in our corner. The constant communication between everyone meant we never went a day wondering where we were in the process. Even though we know they work with many clients, they made us feel like we were their only ones. We're so grateful for their support and guidance during such an important milestone in our lives. And when the time comes for us to buy or sell again in the future, there's no question -- this is the team we'll be working with.

I cannot recommend Alan H. enough!!! If you are looking for a condo (for rent or buy/sell) in…read moredowntown SD (or anywhere in SD), he should be your first call. I originally reached out to Alan around 6+ months prior to our planned move to SD and he immediately responded with some listing recommendations as well as suggestions on next steps once we got closer to our desired move date. When we met him in person about 1.5 months prior to our move date, he led us on 3 tours at different properties to show us what types of sqft, amenities, layouts and units were available for our budget. He helped us apply for the unit we wanted and we got it! He is extremely knowledgeable about SD and always had a positive attitude whenever we had questions/concerns about the move/unit. We've used other types of rental websites in the past and never going back. If we stay in SD for the next several years, we are definitely going to reach out to Alan for his expertise on the next place if the time comes!

Alan was so helpful and kind when I reached out about renting a condo in downtown San Diego! It…read moremade the process much less intimidating and he was just so approachable and kind the whole time. If you're looking to rent, definitely reach out, highly recommend!

Arlo and his team are FANTASTIC! They sold my home literally in a week after we had our open house…read more It was very important for me to find have an agent that was on top of things, caring, and a master of real estate and that's exactly what Arlo was!! His team Dan Ellison, and Josh Simms are extremely thorough and checked in with me every few days to see how I was doing and to inform me on next steps. I sold and bought a new property all in the matter of 3 weeks. So grateful they handled the selling of my home and buying a new home. If your looking for the best team possible I highly recommend you hire Arlo and his team! You will be so happy you did!! I know I am:) Happy customer, Shari Hunter

Felipe Arias helped me buy my condo. He was very patient and attentive to my needs. I never felt…read morepressured and was always available for questions. I fully recommend him and the team at Blue Chip Realty.