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San Diego Real Estate Solutions Point Loma Real Estate Broker serving seniors and their families with calm competence and care. Keller Williams Realty CA DRE 01809497 Welcome.

Want a Real Estate Agent who listens and works to meet your needs? Trying to make your California Dreams come true by buying, selling, or investing in San Diego county real estate? Want to know what's going on in Downtown or Coastal San Diego and North County? Looking for current real estate market information? CA Real Estate Lady is the page for all this and more. Hosted by Melinda DiPerna, the page is a place to build community and get useful information regarding San Diego County, and real estate specifically.

09/21/2026

30 years in real estate has taught me one thing about integrity: when it's a core value, being a true fiduciary is not hard. It just means your agent never puts their own interests ahead of yours. 🏑

πŸ’¬ A real fiduciary tells you the hard truths, even the ones you don't want to hear, because those are the truths that get you the best outcome
πŸŒ† One hard truth: a home with a freeway view is never going to net what the neighbor's canyon view home does, no matter how you price it
🐈 This past summer I had a listing in Rancho Peñasquitos, great location, great school district, but once the sellers moved out, it became clear the home had a lingering odor issue. We adjusted the price honestly and got her the best possible outcome anyway

That is the job. Tell the truth, protect your client, sleep well at night. πŸŒ™

When you are ready to sell and want an agent who will always give it to you straight, comment READY. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

You don't just move to Point Loma. You put down roots. 🌳🌊 This isn't a neighborhood people pass through. Families stay f...
09/17/2026

You don't just move to Point Loma. You put down roots. 🌳

🌊 This isn't a neighborhood people pass through. Families stay for decades, and homes get passed down instead of listed
β˜• It's the kind of place where you know your neighbors, recognize the regulars at the coffee shop, and watch your kids grow up alongside the same families you did
🏑 When you choose the Peninsula, you're not just buying a house. You're choosing a community that tends to hold onto you right back

If you're ready to plant your own roots here, comment READY and let's find the right spot for you. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

09/16/2026

The rarest home in Point Loma? Single story, low maintenance, still on the coast. Be ready before it lists. 🏑

πŸ”‘ Single story homes on the Peninsula do not sit on the market long, and many never even make it to a public listing
🌊 You get the coastal lifestyle without the stairs, without the upkeep, and without giving up the view
⏳ By the time a home like this hits Zillow, it is already moving towards escrow. The buyers who win these are the ones already prepped and ready to move

If single story coastal living is on your radar, do not wait for the listing to appear. Comment NEXT and I will get to work finding you this home before it's listed. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

Your mortgage is paid off. So why does your Point Loma home cost more to hold every year? 🏑Here's what most owners miss ...
09/15/2026

Your mortgage is paid off. So why does your Point Loma home cost more to hold every year? 🏑

Here's what most owners miss once the loan is gone:

πŸ”₯ Insurance across California has tightened hard. Premiums are up, coverage is thinner, and some carriers are pulling back entirely
πŸ› οΈ Homes built 40 to 75 years ago hit the point where roof, systems, and coastal wear all come due at once
πŸ“‰ Deferred maintenance quietly becomes urgent maintenance
πŸ’° Prop 19 changed the rule that used to trap you. Homeowners over 55 can carry their low property tax base to a new home in California, up to three times

(General information, not tax or legal advice. Talk to a qualified professional about your situation.)

The real question isn't whether your home is paid off. It's what it actually costs you to keep it.

Comment EQUITY below and I'll send you a no-obligation cost breakdown for your home. πŸ“©

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

09/14/2026

Will you miss your friends if you move to the coast? Everyone talks about what you lose. Almost no one talks about what you gain. 🌊

β˜• Yes, you will miss the familiar. That is real, and it is okay to feel it
β›΅ But moving closer to the coast often opens doors to sailing clubs, new friendships, and wellness circles you never had access to before
πŸ–οΈ You are not losing your network, you are expanding it. And your current friends will still show up, because who turns down a weekend by the beach?

Think of it like upgrading from your local coffee shop to a members-only lounge. Same comfort, elevated connections. ✨

Thinking through a move but worried about leaving your community behind? Comment READY and let's talk through it. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

Winning a competitive offer is only half the battle. What happens after inspections is where it really counts. ⭐🏑 This b...
09/10/2026

Winning a competitive offer is only half the battle. What happens after inspections is where it really counts. ⭐

🏑 This buyer landed their home in a multi-offer situation on the Loma Portal and Point Loma market, and that was just the beginning
πŸ” When inspections uncovered sewer, roof, termite, and structural issues, we negotiated substantial repair credits without blowing up the timeline
πŸ’¬ When cold feet crept in along the way, steady guidance and clear communication kept everything moving forward with confidence

This is what strategic negotiation looks like when it actually matters. If you want a real estate expert in your corner for whatever comes up, comment READY and let's talk. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

09/09/2026

Your kids do not want the house. They want you settled and stress free. Ask them before you assume. πŸ’›

🏑 So many homeowners on the Peninsula hold onto a house for decades because they think it is what their children expect
πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§β€πŸ‘¦ In reality, most grown kids just want to know their parent is safe, happy, and not carrying more than they need to
πŸ’¬ One honest conversation can clear up years of guessing. You might find out the "family home" pressure was never coming from them at all

If you have been staying somewhere out of obligation instead of choice, let's talk about what your options actually look like. Comment READY and I will walk you through it. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

"I don't just list Point Loma homes. I live here." πŸŒŠπŸ“ I walk these streets, shop at the same markets, and watch the suns...
09/04/2026

"I don't just list Point Loma homes. I live here." 🌊

πŸ“ I walk these streets, shop at the same markets, and watch the sunset from the same cliffs as my clients
🏑 That means I know which blocks hold their value, which streets get the marine layer first, and which neighbors have been here for decades
🀝 When you work with someone who actually lives the lifestyle, you get more than a listing agent. You get a neighbor who happens to know the market cold

Thinking about buying or selling on the Peninsula? Comment READY and let's talk about what your street is really worth. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

09/03/2026

Paid off your mortgage on the Point Loma Peninsula? That does not mean your coastal home got cheaper to keep. 🏑

🌊 Coastal insurance premiums have climbed fast, and they do not care that your loan is gone
πŸ’° Property taxes, maintenance, and insurance can add up to a real monthly number, even with zero mortgage
πŸ“Š Some longtime homeowners are surprised to learn what it actually costs to stay versus what they could walk away with today

If no one has run these numbers for you lately, that is exactly the conversation I have with homeowners every week. Comment READY and I will walk you through what staying versus selling really looks like for your home. πŸ“²

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

08/31/2026

Living in Point Loma isn't just about a zip code. It's about a rhythm of life. 🌊

β˜• Coffee at Liberty Station
🚢 Walking through Loma Portal
πŸŒ… Sunset reflections from the yacht club

I've spent decades navigating this peninsula, and I've watched it do something rare: preserve its history while still evolving into the vibrant community it is today.

My goal is to help you transition into your next chapter here with confidence and ease. Because in Point Loma, you aren't just buying a home, you're taking your place in a very special community.

Ready to explore what that could look like for you? Send me a DM and let's talk πŸ“©

Melinda Kruse DiPerna | San Diego Luxury Real Estate Broker
Point Loma | Sunset Cliffs | San Diego Coastal
πŸ“ž 858-465-4552
πŸ“§ [email protected]
Keller Williams Realty
CA DRE 01809497

#92106

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San Diego, CA
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