Active Homes For Sale $500,000-$1,000,000in La Jolla, CA Direct Feed from San Diego's Live MLS!With our hot market, there's not many, but they do exist!Please click here for La Jolla Homes Under $500,000  03/19/2017

La Jolla, CA 92037 Active Homes For Sale Under $500,000Direct Feed from San Diego's Live MLS!With our hot market, there's not many, but they do exist!Please click here for La Jolla Homes from $500,000-$1,000,000       03/19/2017

What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean view and ocean front homes and estates, for a number of reasons. La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many properties offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla is often compared to the French ... 03/13/2017

The Sweet Nothing of Sundays-3Shhhh, I’m doing Sunday, My Silent Sunday.No Phone, No Text, No Emails, No Meetings...Silence. A view from "The Bench"Today is a day I value being benched.Sundays are for quiet reflection, relaxing and recharging in my world.They are a day with the family and friends, investing in the relationships dearest to me.Pursuing my personal goals, enjoying my hobbies or the sweet joy of doing nothing but relaxing in the sun, with a good book on a bench with a view.  The value of a precious day off:Time away from clients; time with family & friends.Showing up to work Monday with the best of you, not what's left of you.Time to engage your goals, hobbies and interests.Time to give back to others; causes and social outreach.Time to do nothing at all!The Joy of Doing No... 03/05/2017

My title says La Jolla, CA but in fact all of San Diego County feels that way; the supporters do.I drive by this memorial almost daily, it peeks at me from it's perch, high above Highway 5 ... In La Jolla, CA there stands a cross, a memorial to our military atop Mount Soledad with views like none other in San Diego County. You can see Downtown and beyond to Mexico to the South, Carlsbad to The North, all of the big blue Pacific and La Jolla to the West and we can pratically see Arizona to the East!                              Downtown San Diego & Tijuana Hills                Scripps Pier, La Jolla through Carlsbad, CA The memorial while seems to predominantly, but not exclusively, pay tribute to our WWII veterans; it actually pays tribute to all our American soldiers from the Revolutio... 03/02/2017

In order to be a real estate brand, you have to understand what a brand is, what it means to the public and especially your clientele. When I think of the brands I trust, my go to choices - so to speak, I've learned a lot about creating my own brand through reflection upon why I palce so much value & trust in those I choose to align myself and my business with. Three of non-Real Estate brands I trust and admire are: Virgin America and the entire Virgin brand represents quality, cutting edge services and products. Richard Branson is a brand genius; he actively creates his brand as a walking, talking stunt pulling marketing machine. His #1 strategy; creating Wow! Every day, he expects his employees to create it for Virgin customers and re-invent it often to attract future Virgin customers... 02/28/2017

Rimel’s RotisserieSince 1993 Local entrepreneur Matt Rimel and his wife Jackie run an amazing locally supplied restaurant that is truly farm to table (and boat to table). Matt is a true native La Jollian who grew up surfing, commercial fishing and hunting all around San Diego County.  Want hook & line caught local fish that was swimming earlier that day?Want organic everything green?Want Grass-fed local beefWant hormone-free wild boar, turkey and chicken?Even their oak wood for their ovens is locally harvested.  This La Jolla original, has since branched out into Cardiff by the Sea, Del Mar and even PetCo Park. But, La Jolla was the birthplace of this wonderful business. He also has a partner in La Jolla Village, conveniently it’s Homegrown Meats just a few blocks away. Homegrown Meats ... 02/27/2017

 I enjoy hiking past this home most Sundays and boy does it have Location... Location! Location?   72 Blue Heron Way  This charming blue cottage with beautiful yard and brick pathway has amazing views of UTC/La Jolla.You won't be able to find it on a map, GPS or Google Maps, but you may find it on a UCSD Campus Map!You see, this little cottage enjoys such spectacular views because it's (appropriately) perched 7 stories high on the roof of the UCSD Engineering Building! The Fallen Star @UCSDThe story goes, that the artist, Do Ho Suh, an emigrant from Seoul, Korea crerated this piece out of his own sense of displacement from his home in South Korea, after immigrating over to the United States.This is one of 18 commissioned and permanent sculptures than can be seen on the UCSD campusand is... 02/26/2017

Ini Mini Miny Mo: How To Hire A Realtor ® in San Diego, CAWe are not all the same. We have varied skills, training and experience and personalities need to match-chemistry needs to be there.You Realtor can end up being a great relationship in your life, like the family doctor; you may not always need us, but isn't nice to know that we're there when you do? And we know you and how best to serve you too!First and foremost, this advice may possibly work in other parts of CA and the US & Canada too! I also emphasize hiring a Realtor®. There are as many sales agents and licensee's that do not belong to the National Association of Realtors®, as do belong to NAR; only a member can be called a Realtor®. To me it matters because of the Realtor Code Of Ethics; they represent that I plan to be com... 02/19/2017

Centennial Generation ValuesCentennials, the first generation of the new century, are approaching the future with a dose of realism we haven’t seen in previous generations, particularly at such a young age.Centennial – Born 1997 to presentWhat Values do Centennials Hold Centennials have grounded expectations for themselves and the way the world works. For Centennials, success is no longer defined by owning lots of material items; it’s about the journey you take. Centennials are learning that hard work and grit are the keys to success. Centennials know the will face roadblocks, but are prepared to overcome them. Centennials believe that being open to any possibility is a key skill in today’s world. This generation gives themselves and others permission to be different and express those d... 02/18/2017

La Jolla Park Villas8340-8370 Via Sonoma La Jolla, Ca 92037 La Jolla Park Villas is a lovely complex of Studio, 1 & 2 Bedroom units.Square footage ranging from 623esft to 1426esft This sought after complex is located off the I-5 Freeway(Take Gillman to Via Alicante and follow to Via Sonoma)Near Villa La Jolla Park, minutes to University of California San Diego(UCSD),La Jolla Village Square including Trader Joe’s, AMC Movie Theatre and The Shops at La Jolla Village-including Nordstrom Rack. Not to forget the popular La Jolla Shores is just a quick drive away.Search La Jolla Park Villas for SaleTo recieve more information contact Laura Kelley    We appreciate your Business & Reward Referrals!Laura KelleyDIRECT:619.985.3362 LauraSellsSD@kw.com LauraSanDiego.comSearch Homes for SaleFREE HOM... 02/15/2017

What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean view and ocean front homes and estates, for a number of reasons. La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many properties offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla is often compared to the French ... 02/10/2017

La Jolla Cove One of my favorite hangouts is La Jolla Cove. Especially when the surf is crashing in, it actually splashes the pathway above the coastline. La Jolla Cove has a large grass area for picnics, sports, naps and people watching. I often flop and read my books there or walk my dog  in the cove.  It has a nice walking path for exploring and taking in the views. You have beach access on both sides of the park, (Shell Beach to the south and The Cove to the North) and if you are up for the walk, The Children's Pool doubles as refuge for the seals/sea lions and offers a walkway out into the crashing waves.        They host concerts here, a big July 4 fireworks show and many other social functions; even weddings. The cove is a protected marine reserve, so the snorkeling and diving is... 02/07/2017

Looking back on 2016, La Jolla, CA had a roller coaster rise to new heights. It didn't always feel like a climb, but climb we did and then ended the year with a natural December slow down. Below are the year end stats for 2016 and so far the first time buyer through luxury market La Jolla provides is off to a great start.La Jolla's Single Family Home Market    La Jolla's Attached Home MarketLa Jolla's Market At A Glance San Diego County's Median Home PricesSan Diego County's "Discounts" range from 1.4% to 7.1% depending on the market you are hunting in.San Diego County's Inventory shows a Seller's Market in all price ranges except The $1,250,000 and Above homes, which nave just over 6 months of inventory, traditionally this is a "level" market where buyers and sellers negotiate from equ... 02/03/2017

What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean view and ocean front homes and estates, for a number of reasons. La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many properties offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla is often compared to the French ... 01/05/2017

2016 Annual La Jolla Cove Swim Club Polar Bear Swim - La Jolla Shores I admire those who jump in the cold ocean in the middle of winter, or parade around on a chilly beach in a bathing suit. Not for me! And while they call it the Polar Bear Swim diehards from much colder states – I’m thinking MN, WI, ND for example -  might scoff. But it’s all relative, and still a shock for the system! Sunday January 1st is the date for the annual La Jolla Cove Swim Club Polar Bear Plunge, accompanied by chili (suggested), soup and perhaps other warm foods as a complement, with cider and coffee to be provided.  The polar bear plunge is held at Kellogg Park in La Jolla Shores to the north of La Jolla Cove, and is for La Jolla Cove Swim Club (LJCSC) members only. I would think it could be fun to watch – ... 12/28/2016

What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean view and ocean front homes and estates, for a number of reasons. La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many properties offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla is often compared to the French ... 12/08/2016

La Jolla Cove Sea Lions Dick Greenberg has inspired us to share our best photos for his November 2016 Photography Contest. This is my entry for the Real Life category in the animals subcategory.  World famous La Jolla Cove in La Jolla, CA, just north of San Diego, is known for a wide range of wild life  - seals, sea lions, pelicans, and cormorants, to name a few. It's a beautiful area and well worth a visit - enjoy a walk along the bluff or take out a kayak for a whole different perspective! I caught these guys taking a nice nap in the sun on the rocks by the Cove during a visit a couple of years ago. 11/23/2016

What's the Value of My La Jolla Home? The La Jolla real estate market is one of the most expensive in San Diego County. A virtual visit to La Jolla (see links below), or better yet in real life, will quickly give you a good sense of why this is so. Having current, local information about La Jolla homes for sale is essential so you can make informed decisions about buying or selling a home in La Jolla. La Jolla is an expensive housing market, particularly for ocean view and ocean front homes and estates, for a number of reasons. La Jolla, “The Jewel,” is an extraordinarily beautiful coastal community with many properties offering fabulous views of the ocean from the hills, and a trendy, up-scale village offering the finest in shopping and dining. La Jolla is often compared to the French ... 11/08/2016

Golden Years 3: Retired, Not Relegated And Enjoying The Good Life!  If you didn’t read part 1 & 2 yet, please see The Patient Plan & Instant Inventory first.     One evening after one of our double dates with Michael & Janet, my bride Ailina’s shoes were bothering her feet so Michael and I went off to get the car rather than make her walk home. The place I sold Michael & Janet was just a few blocks from the heart of La Jolla Village and we always walk to dinner from their house to avoid the parking challenges.   Because I admire how Michael & Janet went about “retiring right” in my opinion, I always ask him “how is retirement treating you?” and he always gets a big, sly grin on his face and responds “I love it!” But, this night he added a real heart felt comment I wasn’t expecting, “Yo... 10/27/2016