April 24th, 2015 at 1:00 pm
Author: Margaret Irving
I marvel at the transformation of downtown San Diego over the last few decades. Once a stagnant, blighted urban area where few wanted to live, downtown San Diego has become a vibrant and diverse place where people live, work, shop, dine, and play. As the economy flourished in the early 2000s, the revitalization of downtown accelerated. Where vacant lots and decaying buildings once stood, residential high-rises were built that beautified our skyline and contributed to the live/work community we know today. In fact, the building boom that began in 2001 included a combination of low-, mid-, and high-rise buildings that now account for 80 percent of downtown’s residential units.
Downtown’s residential resurgence began with two pioneering low-rise condominium projects, Park Row (1983) and Marina Park (1984). Adjacent to Pantoja Park, these two communities are lushly landscaped with beautiful gardens and outdoor walkways. Next came two high-rises, the Meridian (1986), encompassing 172 elegant residential units, and Harbor Club (1992) with twin towers 41 stories high, built on downtown’s “front row”. These developments were followed by two mid-rises, Watermark (1992), and City Front Terrace (1994). An elegant beauty, Watermark is constructed of concrete and steel, unique for a mid-rise. A portion of City Front Terrace is built as part of the historic Soap Factory warehouse, 10 stories high, and all brick! All six of these communities are found in the Marina District, and within walking distance of the Horton Plaza shopping mall (1985).
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March 26th, 2015 at 7:00 am
REALTOR® Associate Carlos Gutierrez has been recognized as No. 1 individual agent for production and transactions in 2014 at our La Jolla office location.
“Carl
os’ extraordinary work ethic and dedication to his clients is evident in his accomplishments,” said Nicki Marcellino, Regional Vice President and Branch Manager. “The fact that he still takes the time to regularly give back to the community and assist other agents truly sets him apart in our industry.”
In 2013, the La Jolla office earned the Pinnacle Award as top-producing office nationwide in the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices real estate brokerage network, and is among the top 10 finalists for the same recognition for 2014. The No. 1 office nationwide will be announced during the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices National Convention in Las Vegas at the end of March.
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March 13th, 2015 at 2:32 pm
Author: Jessica Foote from Team Foote
This article originally appeared on jessicalfoote.wordpress.com.
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“What are the best schools?” is by far the most common question I receive from my out-of-town clients. And, as a relocation certified agent, I get asked that question a lot. Since I am a local mother of three who has made some connections in the Poway Unified School District, I thought I would share the best ways I’ve found to search for the ideal school for your children, whether you are considering a public, private, or charter school.
Here are a few of the best websites you can use to determine the best areas to live in and schools for your kids within San Diego County. Since you are likely a busy parent and professional like me, I will share my favorite website first.
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March 9th, 2015 at 9:00 am
Delorine Jackson’s entrepreneurial spirit springs from a humble background. As one of seven children adopted by an American couple, she enjoys the advantage of understanding diverse peoples and cultures.
“Coming from an orphanage in South Korea at age 8, I arrived with my younger sister on Thanksgiving Day in beautiful Southern California,” she said. “Experiencing the American dream of homeownership is beyond huge. Home is where we create memories and moments of sharing and having a family. It is something we all aspire to.”
Now manager of our Del Mar and Carmel Valley branches, Jackson describes herself as a hands-on leader who is always available to her 100-plus agents. Her business and management experience helps guide them through the ever-changing real estate market. These efforts have placed her offices among the company’s top-five producing branches in San Diego County.
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February 22nd, 2015 at 10:00 am
Ron Sanford’s career has taken him from the Happiest Place on Earth to some of the most coveted real estate on earth. He is Regional Vice President San Diego, and General Manager of Berkshire California HomeServices California Properties, as well as Branch Manager for Carlsbad and Cardiff.
After graduating from California State University, Long Beach, with a degree in fine arts/sculpture, Sanford was a ride operator, then Fantasyland Manager, and finally Marketing Sales Manager at Disneyland. He later became Marketing Sales Director at the ski resorts of Vail and Beaver Creek, Colo. In 1988, he was appointed Marketing Vice President and President of Real Estate at Durango Ski Corp./Purgatory.
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