Why Hire 92101 Condo Guru as Your Downtown San Diego Real Estate Agent? And Really, Anywhere In San Diego County!
If you’re looking for a knowledgeable, dedicated, and cost-effective real estate agent who specializes in downtown San Diego, look no further. Here’s why I’m the right choice for you:
- I Live and Breathe Downtown San Diego Real Estate: With 20 years of experience in the heart of downtown San Diego, I know this market inside and out. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting, I have the expertise to guide you every step of the way.
- Save Big on Listing Fees: As a listing agent for downtown condo sellers, I only charge a 4% total commission (details available). That’s significantly less than the typical 5-6% most agents charge, meaning more money in your pocket.
- Zero Commission for Buyers (Usually): When you hire me as your exclusive buyer’s agent, my services won’t cost you a thing. You get expert guidance, local knowledge, and negotiation skills — for free. Well, not for free. You don’t work for free and neither do I. But the rules have changed. Still, 99% of the time, a seller is going to compensate me for helping you. Sellers and their agents still understand the value of an experienced buyer’s agent who can present a ready, willing, and able buyer. And not just that. An expert who can navigate what is essentially a legal transaction to closing all the while advocating ferociously for the buyer.
- Renters – My Services Are Free: If you’re looking to rent, I’ll help you find the perfect downtown property with no cost to you. I’m committed to finding you the ideal place without any hidden fees. Not kidding.
- Landlords – Property Management and Tenant Placement: Ask me about your options for property management and tenant placement. I’ll ensure your investment is well taken care of, from tenant screening to ongoing management.
- Easy to Work With: Don’t just take my word for it — ask anyone! Check out my Yelp reviews to see how clients feel about working with me. I pride myself on being approachable, transparent, and client-focused throughout the entire process. I have no filter. Ask anyone. A real person helping real people. This is my calling and my passion.
About Me
After earning my J.D. and pursuing an LL.M. in Taxation at the University of San Diego School of Law, I became a member of the State Bar of California in 1998. However, my true passion was always real estate and I decided to leave my legal career behind to pursue it full-time. My parents were certainly thrilled that I spent 4 years getting a B.A. in Philosophy, 3 years getting a J.D., and even one more year of school at the University School of Law to get a Tax LL.M. On scholarship no less. Only to abandon the law ship 6 years in. LOL But then they saw I was happy so . . . . Check out my professional journey on LinkedIn. It doesn’t even mention working Wrigley Field or the law firm in Las Vegas where Siegfried & Roy were my primary clients. 😉
My legal background has honed my negotiation skills and professionalism, which I apply to every real estate transaction. My commitment to honesty and integrity ensures that each client receives top-notch service, whether they’re buying, selling, or renting.
In my free time, you’ll find me enjoying San Diego’s beaches, playing bass guitar, or seeking out live music performances. And enjoying the occasional craft beer or two.
I’m dedicated to running a hyperlocal, (downtown) San Diego-focused, consumer-centric, tech-savvy real estate brokerage.
Let’s work together! Whether you’re looking for a condo, a house, a rental, or property management solutions, I’m here to make your real estate experience in downtown San Diego as seamless and rewarding as possible. And anywhere really. My brokerage is called 92101 Condo Guru, Inc. because my family lived downtown for 20 years. But I picked that market to master because it’s the most difficult one in the entire county. I help clients anywhere in San Diego. Houses are soooo much easier than any condo transaction.
This website is not for aimlessly searching for real estate. It’s for learning about me, downtown condos, and San Diego real estate in general, and starting or finishing an important financial and psychological journey with an experienced and trusted real estate professional. You’re here to find an expert, a top notch San Diego Realtor, a guru to help you find the best way and make better decisions about real estate.
About Real Broker
Never Heard of Real Broker? Wondering If We’re Legit?
Let us put your mind at ease! Real Broker is a legitimate, established real estate company that’s redefining the industry — and we’ve been around for over 10 years. Here’s why you can trust us:
- A Proven Track Record: With more than 25,000 agents spread across every U.S. state and Canada, we have a vast network of professionals ready to help you with any real estate needs.
- Publicly Traded on the Nasdaq: We are proud to be listed on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol REAX. This shows that we’re a company with stability, transparency, and a commitment to growth and innovation.
- The Next Generation of Real Estate: At Real Broker, we’re all about using cutting-edge technology to streamline the entire real estate process. This means fewer headaches for you, less stress during your transaction, and a much more efficient experience.
- Lower Fees, Better Service: Unlike traditional brokerages that charge inflated fees, we keep costs down by leveraging technology. Our approach allows us to offer more competitive rates and deliver an overall better experience, without sacrificing the personal touch.
We’re not just another real estate company — we’re the future of the industry. Our official motto is “Work Hard, Be Kind“. So if you’re looking for a stress-free, tech-savvy experience, Real Broker is the way to go!
Ready to experience the difference? Reach out today, and let’s make your real estate journey a smooth one! Ditch the bloated old business models! And best of all, save a lot of YOUR money in the process.
Testimonials
We recently purchased a condo in downtown San Diego with the assistance of Alan Hamrick. Since we were from out of town, Alan’s assistance was crucial in the entire process. His depth and breadth of knowledge about the real estate market in downtown San Diego was amazing. He guided us through all aspects of the search and subsequent purchase. Alan is an extremely patient individual and you don’t feel any pressure with him. He is also very frank with you, pointing out all the positives as well as negatives of the properties we looked at. He made the entire process a very smooth and stress free experience. I highly recommend Alan Hamrick as your agent if you are looking at purchasing property in San Diego.
— Downtown San Diego Penthouse Buyers
Alan has helped us with our real estate needs for over the past 3 years. He’s incredibly knowledgeable on living in and around downtown San Diego. As my wife and I tried to answer questions about where to live, do we rent or buy, how much can we afford, what are our priorities and must haves, Alan was always able to provide advice, resources, and knowledge on the many options that best suited our needs and desires. His knowledge of downtown condo buildings, amenities, unit layout and features, current listings, and future potential seems unsurpassed. Alan also helped us by researching downtown and nearby neighborhoods with single family home sites for our growing family.
During the offer, negotiation, and closing on our recent home purchase, Alan’s ability to gather resources, sort through complex legal, tax, and real estate documents, and explain them to us in laymen’s terms was invaluable to us in informing us what we were actually buying and how the process worked. His negotiation skills were great and helped us reach an agreement that was within our means. As first time homebuyers his patience with us during this process was incredible – especially with my wife who in her loving way wants to know everything immediately.
Alan’s business philosophy suits our needs. He’s in it with us for the long haul. He’s not out to sell us a property quickly, then pass the paperwork off to someone else, and move on to the next buyer/seller. We know that Alan will be with us to help us with our housing needs for years to come.
— First-time Homebuyers
I have worked with several Realtors and Alan Hamrick is by far the best I know. I met him when I was just starting to look for a unique high end condo. He quickly realized that what I was looking for could only be found within a select few of the many downtown buildings. After visiting a few properties and not finding exactly what I wanted, I put my search on hold. Alan, in a most professional manner, continued to look for me and only contacted me occasionally when he saw a distinctive property on the market. Needless to say, he helped me find the perfect property. Alan’s legal and tax background were invaluable during the negotiation and document phases of my purchase and I feel I got the best purchase price possible. Alan has been a pleasure to work with and took a lot of the stress of buying a new condo off of my shoulders.
— Downtown Buyer
Alan’s real estate competence and legal background were invaluable to us. He guided us through two difficult escrows that were terminated due to the other parties’ actions, and then helped us through two subsequent successful escrows (vacant land and a single-family residence). Alan’s advice always proved good, and his and negotiating skills resulted in the right outcome in every case. Alan brings together a great combination of knowledge, interpersonal skills, and work ethic, and he has our highest recommendation.
— Buyers
Alan was great to work with! We initially approached him before we were ready to seriously start looking and he gave us all the time and attention we needed. He made it very easy for us to move forward in the manner we wanted. He really came through, working with us several days a week and multiple weekends in a row. When we finally found a place we loved, Alan negotiated a fantastic price for us! Truly, everything worked out exactly as we wished it would, and Alan had a lot to do with that. Since we’ve closed escrow, Alan has continued to be there for us, following up on some of our new homeowner questions. We would definitely recommend working with Alan!
— Buyers
Thank you so much for all your amazing help during the entire home buying process. It has been wonderful working with you and I truly appreciate all the hard work you put in to make this an easy, comfortable experience for me. I never felt rushed and always knew you had my best interests in mind. I know you put a lot of effort into making my home purchase a success and I appreciate it. I will definitely be passing your name and information on to others. Everyone should have as good of an experience as I did.
— Buyer
We highly recommend Alan Hamrick if you are buying and/or selling real estate in San Diego County. Alan is extremely knowledgeable about the industry and current market. He was very thorough with all the paperwork throughout the transaction not to mention extremely patient – always taking the time to listen to our needs and concerns. Alan truly strives in customer service and making sure you understand and are comfortable with every detail along the complex journey of buying or selling your home. We look forward to maintaining our relationship with Alan for our future real estate endeavors.
— Sellers & Replacement Buyers
Working with Alan as our Realtor was a great experience. Alan was very knowledgeable and informative about the real estate market which gave us great confidence in his ability. He helped us sell our condo at a very difficult time. Alan has an extensive background in business and law which definitely gives him an added edge over other Realtors. Additionally, his customer service was always prompt and courteous. Without a doubt, we would hire Alan again to be our Realtor and would recommend him to others.
— Sellers
Working with Alan through our home search and buying process gave us such an incredible feeling of security and comfort. It was clear that Alan’s priority was our satisfaction and happiness. He encouraged us to look extensively and take our time with making an offer. We have been involved in several other real estate transactions; From what we have seen, Alan’s thoroughness and professionalism are unparalleled. When we need the services of a real estate agent again, we will not hesitate to re-enlist Alan!
— Buyers
Alan Hamrick did a great job for us. In terms of professionalism and attention to detail, it would be hard to beat him. As Alan reminds all of his clients, selling your home is a legal transaction and it is the largest dollar transaction most people are likely to undertake in their personal life. For these reasons, it is important that you work with someone who has actually studied real estate law and actually reads every single word of every contract. A lot of what’s involved in selling your home is procedural: contracts, disclosure forms, inspections, appraisals, etc. Alan Hamrick seems to be an expert when it comes to each and every element of the process. His turnaround time is super fast; we were always waiting on the buyer’s agent, never Alan. Alan also did a fantastic job marketing our home. He is always available and is very candid about what it takes to be successful. When the market is soft, you can’t afford to miss a single prospective buyer. From the time that our house went live, Alan was constantly engaged; making sure the pictures looked great, following up with buyers’ agents and soliciting feedback, monitoring comparables and activity, etc. Actually, we had success selling our home at a good price in a very short timeframe. Basically, Alan is very good at his job.
— Little Italy Sellers
Alan, thank you so much for all of your help and patience over the past few months. We appreciate your professionalism and honesty throughout the buying and selling processes. Real estate endeavors, while exciting, are very overwhelming and the expertise you have as a lawyer and communicator instilled confidence in us as we completed the paperwork and negotiations. Your thoroughness and ability to explain the often confusing legalities of real estate transactions enabled us to be educated buyers and sellers. Your expertise enabled us to trust you wholeheartedly, which is vital in such an important, life-changing event as selling or buying a home.
— Sellers & Simultaneous Buyers
We were very happy with the services Alan Hamrick provided as [our Realtor]. We were selling a one bedroom condo in San Diego and had already purchased a home in another state. We were leaving San Diego and had a moving date set, so we were anxious to have a fast sale. Alan was an excellent judge of the local market. Alan helped us set a competitive price for our condo and gave us tips on presenting our home. He guided us expertly through rejecting an early low bid for our home, and we ultimately sold the condo for our asking price! He was very attentive to detail during the whole process and was easy to work with, even as we had to deal with the final paperwork from our new state. We would recommend Alan to anyone trying to sell a condo or home in the San Diego area.
— Condo Sellers