Many years ago, we purchased a home in Carlsbad, using a realtor that was recommended to us - Jim Klinge. Fast forward to 2025, we recently had the privilege of selling 2 homes in Carlsbad, CA and didn't hesitate to reach out to Jim and Donna Klinge of Klinge Realty Group to guide us through the sales. The transactions were very different, each with its own unique situation, opportunities and challenges. From start to finish, Donna and Jim helped navigate the pre-sale preparation, the listing, showing of the house, buyer negotiations, the final close and all of the paperwork and decisions in between. What stands out with both transactions is the professionalism of Jim and Donna (and their team), wonderful communication (timely, relevant, concise), their deep understanding of market dynamics (setting realistic expectations), their access to top-notch contractors, and last, their ability to guide us across the finish line successfully. We wouldn't hesitate to use Jim and Donna in the future and highly recommend them for anyone looking to buy or sell a property in North San Diego County.
Gorgeous staging. Did the owners upon seeing this say something like “Maybe we’ll stay.”? Good job noting “owned solar.” Those contract installations can be a quagmire. Guessing a closing price $2.16m.
Anyway, unless it’s a trade secret, how much did the grass cost?
Anyway, unless it’s a trade secret, how much did the grass cost?
We replaced about 30% of the backyard with sod for less than $2,000. It gave it a green-carpet-like look….which for buyers with little kids looks priceless.
Did the owners upon seeing this say something like “Maybe we’ll stay.”?
Not those words exactly but it regularly happens!
Also, the solar will qualify for NEM 2.0 rates. Which are better than the new NEM 3.0 rates going into effect on April 14th, 2023