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1280 Forest Ave, Carlsbad, CA

7 offers in 10 days. Closed at $1,375,000.

This didn’t just happen.

Before the home ever went live, we put a real plan in place:
• We hosted a neighborhood open house and invited ALL the neighbors — tacos included 🌮
• We hand delivered a “coming soon” flyer to 1,000 homes nearby with @wewalksd
• The home was staged with @yellowrosehomestaging, painted, deep cleaned, and the landscaping was upgraded
• We held additional open houses
• We ran 5+ social media posts to build buzz and create demand
• We sent multiple email campaigns to our 5,000+ person buyer and agent database

All of that led to strong competition and an as-is offer, which meant no repair negotiations and a smooth closing for my sellers.

I know the headlines say it’s a “down market.”
But when a home is prepared right and marketed the right way, buyers show up.

Marketing matters. Strategy matters.
And that’s exactly how we help our clients win.

If you’re thinking about selling and want more than just a sign in the yard,
send us a DM and let’s talk.

Sold by @jhilgesen DRE01968748 1 1280 Forest Ave, Carlsbad, CA 7 offers in 10 days. Closed at $1,375,000. This didn’t just happen. Before the home ever went live, we put a real plan in place: • We hosted a neighborhood open house and invited ALL the neighbors — tacos included 🌮 • We hand delivered a “coming soon” flyer to 1,000 homes nearby with @w… 🔥 Stop scrolling — the Fed just cut rates.
A 25-basis-point drop means more affordability for buyers and fresh refinance opportunities for homeowners.
This kind of shift can open doors that weren’t possible even a few months ago.
If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this could be it.
DM me and let’s run the numbers together. 🔥 Stop scrolling — the Fed just cut rates. A 25-basis-point drop means more affordability for buyers and fresh refinance opportunities for homeowners. This kind of shift can open doors that weren’t possible even a few months ago. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this could be it. DM me and let’s run the num… Escondido has a brand-new vibe… and @theyellowroseinn is the spot you’ll want on your 2026 must-book list!

Country charm, private views, room for your crew — it’s a whole experience.
Hit play to see why this place might be your next wedding, event, or weekend hangout. 🤠✨ 4 Escondido has a brand-new vibe… and @theyellowroseinn is the spot you’ll want on your 2026 must-book list! Country charm, private views, room for your crew — it’s a whole experience. Hit play to see why this place might be your next wedding, event, or weekend hangout. 🤠✨ San Diego homebuyers are winning again! 🙌
The 2026 conforming loan limits just increased — which means more purchasing power for you.

Here’s what that looks like:
• Buy nationwide with as little as 3% down up to $858,500
• In San Diego County, put 5% down on homes up to $1,162,100

If you’re thinking about buying your first home in 2025, this is big news.
Want to see what’s possible for you? Shoot me a DM — @caraeden and I will walk you through your next steps. 🏡✨ San Diego homebuyers are winning again! 🙌 The 2026 conforming loan limits just increased — which means more purchasing power for you. Here’s what that looks like: • Buy nationwide with as little as 3% down up to $858,500 • In San Diego County, put 5% down on homes up to $1,162,100 If you’re thinking about buying your… Lowest Offer, Still The Winner. 🏆 1 Lowest Offer, Still The Winner. 🏆 Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live!
We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego.

🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen)
📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029

🔗 Link in the comments! 

Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most. 1 Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live! We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego. 🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen) 📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029 🔗 Link in the comments! Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most. Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live!
We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego.

🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen)
📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029

🔗 Link in the comments! 

Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most. 1 Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live! We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego. 🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen) 📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029 🔗 Link in the comments! Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most. Go the extra mile for your clients. Do I have to do this? No. Does it help? Yes. 1 Go the extra mile for your clients. Do I have to do this? No. Does it help? Yes. Which one would you rather have? 6 Which one would you rather have? Here is how you can use a contingent buyer or seller to your advantage... Here is how you can use a contingent buyer or seller to your advantage... "James and Cara made my husband & I’s first-time home buying experience a seamless process! We felt like they were truly there for us from the beginning & we felt at ease being in their hands. Extremely knowledgeable and personable, James made himself accessible for anything we needed and any questions on the numbers/loan side we knew Cara had the answers. 12/10 recommend the homePERQs team and will definitely be using them for any future home buying plans! Thanks friends!!"

-Cheyenne H.
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ "James and Cara made my husband & I’s first-time home buying experience a seamless process! We felt like they were truly there for us from the beginning & we felt at ease being in their hands. Extremely knowledgeable and personable, James made himself accessible for anything we needed and any questions on the numbers/l… Offer Accepted in Clairemont Mesa East! 🏡

Our buyers stole (details later) this beautiful 2-bed, 3-bath townhome — and it’s not your typical setup. Why? Each building only has one neighbor, giving it that single-family feel everyone’s after.

Huge congrats to our first-time homebuyers who came to us through a past client referral (the best kind 🙌).

@caraeden handled the financing (NMLS 1568670), and @jhilgesen (DRE 01968748) found the home and negotiated the deal.

If you’ve been thinking about buying, this is what teamwork looks like. 

DRE 02012824 1 Offer Accepted in Clairemont Mesa East! 🏡 Our buyers stole (details later) this beautiful 2-bed, 3-bath townhome — and it’s not your typical setup. Why? Each building only has one neighbor, giving it that single-family feel everyone’s after. Huge congrats to our first-time homebuyers who came to us through a past cli…
homeperqs 1280 Forest Ave, Carlsbad, CA 7 offers in 10 days. Closed at $1,375,000. This didn’t just happen. Before the home ever went live, we put a real plan in place: • We hosted a neighborhood open house and invited ALL the neighbors — tacos included 🌮 • We hand delivered a “coming soon” flyer to 1,000 homes nearby with @wewalksd • The home was staged with @yellowrosehomestaging, painted, deep cleaned, and the landscaping was upgraded • We held additional open houses • We ran 5+ social media posts to build buzz and create demand • We sent multiple email campaigns to our 5,000+ person buyer and agent database All of that led to strong competition and an as-is offer, which meant no repair negotiations and a smooth closing for my sellers. I know the headlines say it’s a “down market.” But when a home is prepared right and marketed the right way, buyers show up. Marketing matters. Strategy matters. And that’s exactly how we help our clients win. If you’re thinking about selling and want more than just a sign in the yard, send us a DM and let’s talk. Sold by @jhilgesen DRE01968748
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Way to work hard, with a plan, execute…and then bask in your “good luck”. Keep crushing!!!
homeperqs 🔥 Stop scrolling — the Fed just cut rates. A 25-basis-point drop means more affordability for buyers and fresh refinance opportunities for homeowners. This kind of shift can open doors that weren’t possible even a few months ago. If you’ve been waiting for the right moment, this could be it. DM me and let’s run the numbers together.
homeperqs Escondido has a brand-new vibe… and @theyellowroseinn is the spot you’ll want on your 2026 must-book list! Country charm, private views, room for your crew — it’s a whole experience. Hit play to see why this place might be your next wedding, event, or weekend hangout. 🤠✨
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homeperqs San Diego homebuyers are winning again! 🙌 The 2026 conforming loan limits just increased — which means more purchasing power for you. Here’s what that looks like: • Buy nationwide with as little as 3% down up to $858,500 • In San Diego County, put 5% down on homes up to $1,162,100 If you’re thinking about buying your first home in 2025, this is big news. Want to see what’s possible for you? Shoot me a DM — @caraeden and I will walk you through your next steps. 🏡✨
homeperqs Lowest Offer, Still The Winner. 🏆
Way to go homePERQs team!
homeperqs Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live! We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego. 🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen) 📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029 🔗 Link in the comments! Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most.
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homeperqs Our 4th annual Promises2Kids Toy Drive is live! We’re collecting 500 gifts for foster youth across San Diego. 🎁 New, unopened toys (toddler–teen) 📦 Ship to: 1910 Quail Glen Rd, Escondido, CA 92029 🔗 Link in the comments! Let’s make this holiday special for kids who need it most.
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homeperqs Go the extra mile for your clients. Do I have to do this? No. Does it help? Yes.
Such above and beyond service !!!
homeperqs Which one would you rather have?
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@caseyjo21 why thank you!!
You are a natural at this !
Good info team Homeperqs! 🙌
@whatsyourmo thanks so much!!
Excellent info!
homeperqs Here is how you can use a contingent buyer or seller to your advantage...
homeperqs "James and Cara made my husband & I’s first-time home buying experience a seamless process! We felt like they were truly there for us from the beginning & we felt at ease being in their hands. Extremely knowledgeable and personable, James made himself accessible for anything we needed and any questions on the numbers/loan side we knew Cara had the answers. 12/10 recommend the homePERQs team and will definitely be using them for any future home buying plans! Thanks friends!!" -Cheyenne H. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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homeperqs Offer Accepted in Clairemont Mesa East! 🏡 Our buyers stole (details later) this beautiful 2-bed, 3-bath townhome — and it’s not your typical setup. Why? Each building only has one neighbor, giving it that single-family feel everyone’s after. Huge congrats to our first-time homebuyers who came to us through a past client referral (the best kind 🙌). @caraeden handled the financing (NMLS 1568670), and @jhilgesen (DRE 01968748) found the home and negotiated the deal. If you’ve been thinking about buying, this is what teamwork looks like. DRE 02012824
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