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First Look is my free weekly email of hand-picked San Diego listings, including coming-soon homes I can share early, with permission from the listing agent. I personally toured more than 800 homes in 2025, so every home in it is one I'd actually send a friend. It lands every Friday, and you can unsubscribe any time.
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- 800+
- homes personally toured in 2025
- ~$990K
- negotiated in credits and price reductions, last 12 months
- 250,000+
- average monthly local views, no ad spend
- 46
- five-star reviews on Google
Hear it from me, 90 seconds
What does a First Look look like?
A real issue from October. The listing details are hidden here. Subscribers get all of them.
First Look SD
October 23rd - October 30th
Deal 1
North Park SFR If I were a gambling man, I would bet that this is going to sell over asking price by a pretty hefty margin.
Deal 2
Tierrasanta Estate Large lot, big house, pool, and room to run around!
As always, if one of these catches your eye, reply to this email or shoot me a text. Let's get in to see it before the competition gets to the door.
What is in each edition?
Hand-picked, not a feed
I go through what is new and send the homes worth your time, not every listing in the zip code.
Coming soon, sometimes
When a listing agent lets me share a coming-soon home early, it goes to First Look first.
Every Friday
One email, once a week, built to read on your phone.
Free, always
No cost and no obligation. Unsubscribe any time.
What do people say about working with me?
Straight from my Google profile, word for word.
I have had the great opportunity to work with Jared twice now—once representing me as a buyer and once as a seller. He recently managed my very complicated sale with grace and composure. He was extremely empathetic and helpful when I needed it most. He’s not just an everyday agent—he’s an extraordinary person who happens to be an agent. He follows up, crosses all the t’s and makes sure his clients are 110% satisfied!
My process was anything but traditional and Jared was willing to take on my (almost improbable) ideas. He stayed consistent and forthcoming. Communication was great and he was realistic with expectations, which helped keep my starry eyes somewhat out of the clouds. I came in ready with a preapproval and it was an interesting process selling and buying in tandem. He has great connections for movers, contractors, and miscellaneous services. I’m really glad I found him through social media. I will be keeping his contact for future referrals and looking forward to watching his portfolio grow! I learned a lot this time around buying a home and I’m glad I was with such a patient and creative agent.
First-time homebuyer, I had a lot of questions, and Jared was incredibly knowledgeable and patient throughout the entire process. He respected my busy schedule and still took the time to explain everything clearly. He made sure I understood each step and the potential impacts of every decision. I was even out of town and he made sure to check in and make sure we stayed on track to closing. The great customer service didn’t stop there, after I had moved into my home, Jared continued to be available to answer my questions and provide support! I truly appreciate his professionalism and genuine care that I am satisfied with this big purchase. I highly recommend him to anyone looking to buy!!
Jared was extremely flexible in the way that I wanted to work with him, which is a rare trait. obviously he's an amazing guy and he has a knack for seeing the opportunity in different properties. If you want a realtor who can both guide you and give the space that you need during your search, Jared is the man for you. after signing a contract we found the house we were looking for in less than 2 months.
Jared is your guy for your home purchasing experience. He is very detailed and goes above and beyond getting you connected to the right people, he is your guy. He is very knowledgeable on the area and is always exploring to get you the best deals! He is very communicative & listens to you on what you want. He is great and if you aren’t working with him, what are you waiting for! He is great and look forward to working with him again soon.
We worked with Jared for about 10 months to find a new home for us. We were not the easiest clients, only in that we knew what we wanted, but then we didn't, because once we were exposed to the many homes out there, we got lost a bit. But Jared was extremely instrumental in this home buying process. (1) He gave us time, room, and words of encouragement to fully explore what would be the best home for us, without pressure or urgency. We easily saw around 50 homes with Jared, and many return trips to ones we thought was the one. Again, and again, Jared was super kind and patient about the process. (2) When we finally found the "perfect home", he did the next best thing -- he truly represented our interests, advocated for our best outcome, and thought through what would be most beneficial for us. And (3) he is just a genuine nice person who gets excited about homes and finding the best place for his clients -- so fun to just hang with him; sometimes it felt like just visiting homes with a friend. I still can't believe we literally found the "perfect" home and at a price that still floors us. On top of that, he was able to negotiate a good deal price and final package too! You get it all with Jared! Thank goodness we found him!
Jared is honestly the best realtor I’ve worked with. He really knows the market, and he made the whole process feel super easy, coordinating and scheduling appointments and inspections. He understood what I was looking for and showed me exactly what I was looking for. I’ve bought a few places before, but this was by far the smoothest experience thanks to him. Highly recommend if you need a realtor in SD!
Although this was my first real estate transaction with Jared, it went very smooth. He was extremely attentive, just to ensure all went well with the home purchase transaction from beginning to end. I would highly recommend his services
Jared was an absolute pleasure to work with. He goes above and beyond to make sure you find the right home for you. We will be inviting him over for dinner once I finish painting the house.
We had such an amazing experience working with Jared for our first time buying a home! From getting to know each other, to his amazing ability to find listings that fit our wants/needs, we could tell he put so much work and heart into the process! When it came down to making offers, Jared’s skill in selling us and our story to the sellers definitely helped us get into the house we wanted with little to no competition! We can’t recommend Jared enough if you’re looking to buy a home in the San Diego area!
Jared was invaluable in guiding us through our first home purchase. As first-time home buyers, we appreciated how he clearly explained loan options and neighborhood insights without overwhelming us with industry jargon.His flexibility was outstanding, he readily accommodated weekend viewings, often fitting in several properties in a single day to match our availability. His responsiveness was equally impressive! Prompt replies to texts and calls, even in the evenings, ensuring we stayed informed every step of the way.… Jared didn't just facilitate the transaction; he made the process seamless and confident!
Jared did an amazing job helping me find my first home. He was communicative, attentive and listened to me. He worked fast but didn’t rush the process and I found that I love
I met Jared at an open house when I didn’t have an agent and wasn’t quite yet ready to buy, but he stayed in touch and followed up consistently until the time was right and we started looking more seriously.He always explained everything thoroughly and he and his team go above and beyond to help with whatever questions or challenges arise along the way. I felt like he always had my back as a new buyer and I would definitely recommend Jared to anyone looking to buy or sell their home. It’s one of the biggest decisions you’ll make, and you’re in great hands with Jared and his team!
Jared helped us buy our first home from start to finish. His team made the process so easy and stress free. After signing the closing documents we left saying that we were so glad that we saw his Instagram page. He also made move in day so special. Jared is the guy you want in your corner!
We haven't stopped recommending Jared since we finished working with him! Jared was so attentive, communicative and very professional. He was able to weed through our many conversations, texts and emails to pinpoint exactly what we were looking for in a property and then executed the closing perfectly. We are so appreciative of Jared and his team. We highly recommend him and his team and will use them in the future!
Questions about First Look
How often will I hear from you?
Once a week. First Look goes out every Friday.
Does it cost anything, or commit me to anything?
No. It's free, there's no obligation to work with me, and you can unsubscribe any time.
Which areas does it cover?
Mostly the San Diego metro: North Park, Normal Heights, South Park, Bankers Hill, University Heights, Mission Hills, Golden Hill, Kensington, Talmadge, Hillcrest, Point Loma, Ocean Beach, Pacific Beach, and Chula Vista.
I'm not buying for a while. Should I still sign up?
Yes. Plenty of people start six or twelve months out. You'll learn what homes really go for before it's your money on the line.
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