Kimberly Schmidt & Associates

Frequently Asked Questions.

Welcome to our FAQ page. Whether you are looking to buy your dream home or sell your current property in San Diego, we've compiled answers to some of the most common questions we receive.

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Our team represents buyers and sellers across the greater San Diego area. From coastal properties to inland communities, we have the local expertise and neighborhood insights to help you navigate the diverse San Diego real estate market. Please check out our Explore Areas interactive map for specific neighborhood highlights!

Absolutely. Kimberly Schmidt is a Certified Trust & Probate Specialist. Navigating a probate sale or managing real estate within a trust requires highly specialized knowledge, sensitivity, and strict adherence to legal timelines. Our team has the experience to guide executors and trustees smoothly through this complex process.

We believe in delivering an elevated, sophisticated real estate experience backed by proven results. We are proud to be recognized as a 4-time Wall Street Journal's Top 1.5% Small Team in the US and a 10-time SDAR Top 1%-3% Award winner. As part of Compass, we pair industry-leading technology with deep local expertise to ensure our clients' listings stand out and our buyers find exactly what they are looking for.

Yes! Education is a core part of our approach. We offer comprehensive, step-by-step Buyer's Guides and Seller's Guides designed to demystify the real estate process. Whether you need help understanding the 1-2-3s of securing a mortgage or staging your home for top dollar, our guides are an excellent place to start.

We believe every home deserves an elevated presentation. We utilize a mix of sophisticated digital marketing, high-quality photography, and targeted social media outreach to get your home in front of the right buyers. Furthermore, by leveraging the expansive Compass network, we ensure your listing receives maximum local and national exposure.

We let our results speak for themselves. You can view our most recent client testimonials on our Success Stories page, or visit our Yelp profile to see how we have successfully helped countless San Diego residents achieve their real estate goals.

Ongoing education allows us to serve you better.


ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative): Signifies specialized training in guiding and representing buyers at every stage of the transaction.

PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor): Demonstrates enhanced skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, and guiding clients through the anxieties of pricing strategies.

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist): Equipped to thoughtfully assist buyers and sellers over the age of 50 through major financial and lifestyle transitions.

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Our team represents buyers and sellers across the greater San Diego area. From coastal properties to inland communities, we have the local expertise and neighborhood insights to help you navigate the diverse San Diego real estate market. Please check out our Explore Areas interactive map for specific neighborhood highlights!

Absolutely. Kimberly Schmidt is a Certified Trust & Probate Specialist. Navigating a probate sale or managing real estate within a trust requires highly specialized knowledge, sensitivity, and strict adherence to legal timelines. Our team has the experience to guide executors and trustees smoothly through this complex process.

We believe in delivering an elevated, sophisticated real estate experience backed by proven results. We are proud to be recognized as a 4-time Wall Street Journal's Top 1.5% Small Team in the US and a 10-time SDAR Top 1%-3% Award winner. As part of Compass, we pair industry-leading technology with deep local expertise to ensure our clients' listings stand out and our buyers find exactly what they are looking for.

Yes! Education is a core part of our approach. We offer comprehensive, step-by-step Buyer's Guides and Seller's Guides designed to demystify the real estate process. Whether you need help understanding the 1-2-3s of securing a mortgage or staging your home for top dollar, our guides are an excellent place to start.

We believe every home deserves an elevated presentation. We utilize a mix of sophisticated digital marketing, high-quality photography, and targeted social media outreach to get your home in front of the right buyers. Furthermore, by leveraging the expansive Compass network, we ensure your listing receives maximum local and national exposure.

We let our results speak for themselves. You can view our most recent client testimonials on our Success Stories page, or visit our Yelp profile to see how we have successfully helped countless San Diego residents achieve their real estate goals.

Ongoing education allows us to serve you better.


ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative): Signifies specialized training in guiding and representing buyers at every stage of the transaction.

PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor): Demonstrates enhanced skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, and guiding clients through the anxieties of pricing strategies.

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist): Equipped to thoughtfully assist buyers and sellers over the age of 50 through major financial and lifestyle transitions.

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Our team represents buyers and sellers across the greater San Diego area. From coastal properties to inland communities, we have the local expertise and neighborhood insights to help you navigate the diverse San Diego real estate market. Please check out our Explore Areas interactive map for specific neighborhood highlights!

Absolutely. Kimberly Schmidt is a Certified Trust & Probate Specialist. Navigating a probate sale or managing real estate within a trust requires highly specialized knowledge, sensitivity, and strict adherence to legal timelines. Our team has the experience to guide executors and trustees smoothly through this complex process.

We believe in delivering an elevated, sophisticated real estate experience backed by proven results. We are proud to be recognized as a 4-time Wall Street Journal's Top 1.5% Small Team in the US and a 10-time SDAR Top 1%-3% Award winner. As part of Compass, we pair industry-leading technology with deep local expertise to ensure our clients' listings stand out and our buyers find exactly what they are looking for.

Yes! Education is a core part of our approach. We offer comprehensive, step-by-step Buyer's Guides and Seller's Guides designed to demystify the real estate process. Whether you need help understanding the 1-2-3s of securing a mortgage or staging your home for top dollar, our guides are an excellent place to start.

We believe every home deserves an elevated presentation. We utilize a mix of sophisticated digital marketing, high-quality photography, and targeted social media outreach to get your home in front of the right buyers. Furthermore, by leveraging the expansive Compass network, we ensure your listing receives maximum local and national exposure.

We let our results speak for themselves. You can view our most recent client testimonials on our Success Stories page, or visit our Yelp profile to see how we have successfully helped countless San Diego residents achieve their real estate goals.

Ongoing education allows us to serve you better.


ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative): Signifies specialized training in guiding and representing buyers at every stage of the transaction.

PSA (Pricing Strategy Advisor): Demonstrates enhanced skills in pricing properties, creating CMAs, and guiding clients through the anxieties of pricing strategies.

SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist): Equipped to thoughtfully assist buyers and sellers over the age of 50 through major financial and lifestyle transitions.