Stop the whining. You should be grateful for the opportunity to spend hours driving around in the middle of …..well, um…Hellhole Canyon:
I mentioned the business opportunity because the pot-house video a few months back generated more calls from buyers than all other videos combined. Apparently, horticulture is a thriving hobby in the area.
Jim Klinge
Klinge Realty Group
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We sold a home with Jim and Donna and from beginning to end they were consummate professionals. Their initial walk through the property resulted in a list of items to be repaired or updated. They supplied a list of vendors and job quotes to do the repairs and updates. We originally wanted to sell ‘as is’ and just get it over with. They gave us a selling price for ‘as is’ and options for doing a few updates/repairs to doing it all with the selling price for each option. We agreed to do all they suggested and we sold for the exact price they predicted. For every dollar spent we got back more than $2 back in the selling price. And they got that price in a rising interest rate environment! Donna and Jim are extremely detailed and guide you through ever aspect of the sale. There were no surprises thanks to their guidance. We couldn’t be more pleased with their representation. Thank you Donna and Jim, Jerry and MaryTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We have known Jim & Donna Klinge for over a dozen years, having met them in Carlsbad where our children went to the same school. As long time North County residents, it was a no- brainer for us to have the Klinges be our eyes and ears for San Diego real estate in general and North County in particular. As my military career caused our family to move all over the country and overseas to Asia, Europe and the Pacific, we trusted Jim and Donna to help keep our house in Carlsbad rented with reliable and respectful tenants for over 10 years. Naturally, when the time came to sell our beloved Carlsbad home to pursue a rural lifestyle in retirement out of California, we could think of no better team to represent us than Jim and Donna. They immediately went to work to update our house built in 2004 to current-day standards and trends — in 2 short months they transformed it into a literal modern-day masterpiece. We trusted their judgement implicitly and followed 100% of their recommended changes. When our house finally came on the market, there was a blizzard of serious interest, we had multiple offers by the third day and it sold in just 5 days after a frenzied bidding war for 20% above our asking price! The investment we made in upgrades recommended by Jim and Donna yielded a 4-fold return, in the process setting a new high water mark for a house sold in our community. In our view, there are no better real estate professionals in all of San Diego than Jim and Donna Klinge. Buying or selling, you must run and beg Jim and Donna Klinge to represent you! Our family will never forget Jim, Donna, and their whole team at Compass — we are forever grateful to them.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. WeI had the pleasure of working with Klinge Realty Group to sell our home in Carmel Valley, and I cannot recommend them highly enough! Jim and Donna demonstrated exceptional professionalism, offering expert guidance on market conditions and pricing strategy, which resulted in a quick and successful sale. Communication was prompt and we were well-informed throughout the entire process. For anyone looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable real estate team, look no further! ---Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim Klinge of Klinge Realty Group have our highest possible recommendation. From Donna and Jim’s first visit to our house through closing their advice and counsel was candid and honest in all dealings. They kept us fully informed throughout the process. The house sold less than three days after listing with a two-week closing. My wife and I have sold several houses during our lives. This was by far the best experience. Klinge Reality is a premium service realtor. You can’t make a better choice for someone to sell your home fast and for top dollar.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Donna and Jim provided exceptional support and professionalism throughout the entire process. We couldn't have been happier with their efforts. They made our house shine, and thanks to their expertise, it sold above the listing price in the very first weekend! Truly a fantastic experience from start to finish.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. This year has been difficult on our family, mainly due to having to sell our home. Thankfully we knew God had a plan for us and working with the Klinge team was a key part of it. It was an obvious decision to work with them again after such an amazing experience when purchasing the same home we needed to sell. The challenge was, how will we do this in so little time with so much going on? Jim and Donna held our hand every step of the way. Whenever an unexpected issue arose they found and provided a solution. Never once did we feel pressured to make a decision and the Klinges were always reassuring after providing the information that the decision was ours to make. Despite the curve balls, they never panicked and exemplified the “can do” attitude, making us feel optimistic and taken care of. Their expertise and professionalism was superb. But of all the reasons to work with the Klinges, the most impactful and valuable is their compassion and genuine care for their clients. We pray that we can one day purchase our forever home and you better believe that Jim and Donna will be representing us - as long as they will have us of course. Thank you again Klinge team! Your execution, experience, and care are unmatched.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Jim and Donna were fantastic! Jim understanding my needs, recommending potential places, pointing out the pros and cons of each property was invaluable. Then when the offer was accepted Donna’s organized guidance through the inspections, paperwork etc made the whole process seem effortless. So grateful that I had them on my side!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We first found Jim through his blog at bubbleinfo.com, which really showcased his knowledge of SoCal real estate. Since then we've done three transactions with Jim and Donna, and they are an incredible full service agency, with Jim's deep market insight and Donna's deft contract and project management. We trust them implicitly in their analysis and strategy, which is based on years of experience. They're always available and on top of things, and we strongly recommend them to anyone.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The Good The Klinge Realty Group operates like a finely tuned machine, with a very personal touch. We contacted them on a Sunday and they were talking to us about our family and our needs on our living room couch the following day. They carefully listened to us and worked with us to identify the best and quickest path to listing within 2 weeks to take advantage of the low inventory conditions in our South Carlsbad neighborhood. They knew our tract specifically and had many previous sales there over the years - they came prepared with a thorough analysis of comparative sales and recommended a pricing strategy that they felt confident would yield offers the first weekend on the market. The Great Over the next two weeks Donna coordinated a range of vendors who she knew from experience could get the preparation to list work we needed done on time and with high quality. Our light tune-up involved excellent experiences with their stagers, landscapers, contractors, electricians, and plumbers. Throughout this period Donna's daily communication was clear, concise, and responsive. Any time we had questions Donna picked up the phone or texted immediately - but almost always, she answered our questions before we even knew we had them. The Outstanding We had a tricky situation with a shared fence that could have delayed our escrow. Donna used superb mediation skills to negotiate the terms of replacement and was personally on site with the fence contractor to make sure everything went smoothly. The fence looks great and escrow closed on time. The Truly Exceptional Our house came on the market on a Wednesday and between then and Monday morning Jim was personally at all three open houses. He was in constant communication explaining potential buyer reaction and strength. As he predicted offers began to come in on Saturday and each one was incrementally higher than the last. At the end we had 5 offers, 4 of which were over list, and the final accepted offer was $100,000 over list. In addition to being over list it included rent back terms that met our needs. The Recommendation For all of these reasons we would strongly recommend The Klinge Team to anyone wanting to sell in North County Coastal San Diego. I had been reading Jim's bubbleinfo.com blog for 15 years and knew when the time came to sell that he would be our first call. Jim Klinge is not your standard realtor. He is keenly aware of market conditions and sales strategies. And, works his tail off - though not as hard as Donna . At this point he's gone from realtor to friend and I plan to have him over to grill and chill at our new place to talk real estate, but also just about life and raising kids in San Diego. He's more interested in relationships than his sales numbers - and that's why his sales numbers are so high. We have already recommended the Klinge's to some close friends and another successful sale is on deck right around the corner...Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently had the pleasure of working with Jim and Donna from Klinge Realty Group to sell our house, and we couldn't be more satisfied with the experience. From the initial meeting, they listened attentively to our needs and provided invaluable guidance on specific improvements to get our home market ready. Their responsiveness throughout the entire process was truly impressive. Anytime we had questions or concerns, they were quick to address them, ensuring we felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. What stood out the most was their team and extensive network of tradespeople, which made addressing any necessary repairs or updates seamless and stress-free. Thanks to their expertise and dedication, our house sold quickly and at a great price. We highly recommend Jim and Donna to anyone looking to buy or sell a home. They are a fantastic team who truly care about their clients and deliver exceptional results.Load more
boy this looks like the beginning of some cheesy horror flick. i kept expecting to see some shrouded figure darting between the doorways in the background. be careful out there, jim!
Banjo music. We need banjo music!
“Horticulture is a thriving hobby…” LOL!
Jim, if it never was your intention to produce a Halloween themed video, then I have to say you have some incredible luck there!
Do children still go out trick-or-treating in SoCal? Or has that pretty much been eliminated by “Stranger Danger?” Many of us older folks were lucky enough to enjoy the night before it was eventually ruined by perpetually panic-stricken parents.
Jim,
Here is my video response:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4royOLtvmQ
BTW, the other day when you did the bathroom remodel, all I could think of was the “Cahlumns”. They’re so classy. It’s like so freakin’ awesome. Gotta get yourself some more Cahlumns.
Best wishes,
Chuck
My momma always said that I had a rare and unique gift – a skill that few possess, and how lucky I am to have it.
But only today did I realize how rare and unique.
I can drive a car with one hand.
Left at 5:59am this morning:
Please put a sign on your car so I know to avoid you when you drive. Any idiot that films movies while he drives ought to have his license revoked and his cars impounded.
On the plus side, at least you’ll be able to upload film of the 4-car, fatal pile-up you cause.
Jim,
You could always get one of these:
http://www.challengerewards.com/Resources/Product-Categories/Digital-Video/In-Car/ICOP-20-20-Vision
Besides, if you drive a crown vic P71, you’ll never get pulled over.
Chuck
Rezone this as American Indian land and you can do anything you want!
Casino Heaven!
Sweet intro music.
What percentage of realtors have carry permits?
Jim – I think you, and they guy in the video, were separated at birth.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-RLqLx1iYI&feature=player_embedded
He’d fit in well in RSF, and would dig your truck…or he just wouldn’t care…
Quit putting Spinal Tap songs into my head.
In your previous two visits, the house looked vaguely interesting from the outside. Now that the inside has been revealed, my reaction is a resounding ehhhhhhh…
And yes, you really should get a mini-tripod or other camera mount for your car. I have enough trouble changing tracks on my portable MP3 player while driving; if I tried actually framing and focusing video shots, I’d have long since been dead.
Yes, you have a rare and unique gift. Please don’t do silly things so we can continue to enjoy it.
from the looks of the warning lights on the dashboard your car is due for service and a few repairs jim!
I’m waiting to crash it and collect the insurance.
I suspect they wanted a better picture of the lockbox because they suspected that someone swapped lockboxes and took the original (possibly to limit viewing – wild west out there).. and that the Realtor in question was too lazy to do it themselves..
good plan
my mbz wagon is 10 years old and every time i take it in they want to do 2k of repairs/service to the darn thing. brakes all around last time was 1k and water pump 700 bones. like a second mortgage! to get this on the subject of homes(indirectly), how many people spend $6-800 or more a month on car leases/costs in CA? Car ins tacked on to that takes down your home buying power a notch or 2! What if you have 2 cars, a his and hers leased and to insure. Looking at $1500.00 a month min. Thats 2k earned pre tax for cars! If you quite paying for your car lease its towed away in 30 days. Home is the only free thing left that you can stop payments on and hang out in!
Amen brother.
While we’re on the subject of people’s incessant need to criticize my driving, let it be known that I haven’t been in an accident in 10+ years, at a solid 30,000 miles per year.
And I’m not counting the car in the pool, it drove itself in there.
I’m having a day – this just in:
Hi Jim,
I am a buyer’s agent in Georgia, who is a Realtor, too. I came across your channel and wanted to give you the heads up that your channel name may not be in compliance with NAR’s usage of the Realtor trademark.
Just trying to be helpful,
Stephen
Jim the REALTOR just doesn’t have the same ring to it.
What exactly does the acronym REALTOR stand for, anyway? Runs Everywhere Announcing, “Leave The Old Rental!” …?
Requiring all caps for REALTOR is so annoying!
http://www.besportier.com/archives/vholdr-helmet-camera.jpg
Foreclosures, 66 Chevy, helmet camera.
Imagine the possibilities!
Jim, correction, it is suppose to be Jim the REALTOR®
Not counting the car in the pool…?
Okay, Jim. You HAVE to tell us this story! 🙂
Decent place… for 250k.
Not so sure about the horticulture stuff. Once legalized, the wholesale price for marijuana will drop to pennies per lb. Growing pot on a small scale will be as silly as farming lettuce on your quarter acre.
What, no comments about the carpet in the bathroom?
“…may not be in compliance with NAR’s usage of the Realtor trademark…”
The NAR may not be in compliance with reality and honesty…
How about Stephen goes after the problems that hurt their customers, instead of nitpicking on things like this.
Its easy.. just tell them that you are not using the REALTOR® trademark, but are describing your profession as a Realtor in your name on this blog. This way they can’t later claim that you are harming their trademark through your blog. Trademarks have to be very explicit in their layout, wording etc. to be enforceable, otherwise they would be trying to trademark standard English words, which you can’t do.
I think Realtor is actually a made-up name just for that reason. Non-trademarkingly speaking, I think he’s Jim the Real Estate Agent, or JtREA.
Sweet intro music. –Greekfire
I couldn’t resist looking it up on iTunes, which has this to say:
“With its endless, droning minor-key riff and mumbled vocals, “In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida” is arguably the most notorious song of the acid rock era. According to legend, the group was so stoned when they recorded the track that they could neither pronounce the title “In the Garden of Eden” or end the track, so it rambles on for a full 17 minutes, which to some listeners sounds like eternity.”
I think you would have to say, not written by a fan.
He should be Jim the RealThor. If the NAR gives him crap, he can shoot lightning bolts at them.
@Dwip: The song that was playing was from Cream, not Iron Butterfly.
Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cqh54rSzheg
Still acid-rock, I guess.
Thanks Greekfire, and you’re correct – the CD playing in my video was a bootleg of a live Clapton show. The youtube you added was a classic, Ginger Baker looked maniacal.
But dwip, I liked the In-A-Gadda-Da-Vida trivia too!
Whoops, acidrockID-fail. I like the video though. Dang I want that hat.
I missed the good music growing up. In my era it was acts like the Bee Gees, which are to music like cheese is to Velveeta.
“While we’re on the subject of people’s incessant need to criticize my driving, let it be known that I haven’t been in an accident in 10+ years, at a solid 30,000 miles per year.”
*Chuckle* Jim, you’re talking about me, aren’t you? Can I remind you that I just want you to stop at those annoying stop signs…you know red octagons procliaming the letters: S-T-O-P ? (And the fact that I’m a widow and thus have learned how quickly life can change is completely irrelevant…)
“And I’m not counting the car in the pool, it drove itself in there.” (JtR)
Whaaat, Jim? Um, was Rob Dawg with you?
Is this gonna story gonna be some clone scene like Tom Cruise in “Risky Business” back in the early 1980’s with his dad’s beloved Porshe? Remember, it nearly drown after it was at the sloping pier and the keys were locked inside?
Ooops, Jim, that was no “Anonymous” in Message #36 that was me!
“I missed the good music growing up. In my era it was acts like the Bee Gees, which are to music like cheese is to Velveeta. (Dwip)
I didn’t! Guess who I ran into in Grocery Land last week? There a few feet away from me at the registers was none other than David Crosby of the iconic Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young.
At first, I just asked, “Did anyone tell you you that you look a lot like David Crosby?” He gave me an amused look. I then became more courageous. “You ARE David Crosby of CSN&Y, right?” He looked straight at me, and said, “Yes, all four of them!”
I resisted the overwhelming urge to get his autograph when an assistant manager told me Crosby prefers to go incognito. I then called after him as he left the store: “Thank you for your music!”
Yeah, it sounds silly now but it was a heartfelt attempt to let him know how much I appreciated his musical influence in my life. CSN&Y was one of my favorite groups.
After they sung “Judy Blue Eyes”, at Woodstock, David says to 500,000 folks in the audience: “This is our 2nd gig!” And Steven Stills chimes in: “This is the 2nd time we’ve ever played in front of people, man! We’re scared sh*tless!”
The 8:40 clip is worth every second, and their harmonies are priceless,IMO. Enjoy!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t1WGF5sA-3c