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★★★★★
“If you’re looking for top real estate agents in Encinitas, look no further than Kelly and Ed. From our very first meeting we were impressed by their high level of professionalism and tireless efforts to ensure that our home sale would be the outstanding experience. At every step from pre-sale to staging to marketing strategies, open houses through to the final escrow, Kelly, Ed and their very responsive and capable teammate Alise, proved again and again how fortunate we were to have connected with them. By every measure they are TOP professionals and we could not recommend them more highly."- Askins Family

★★★★★
“I cannot recommend Kelly Howard Real Estate @ Compass Cardiff by the Sea highly enough. After working with them for multiple home purchases, I can say with total confidence that they are the gold standard in the industry. Personal service and attention keeps me coming back to their team of Ed, Alise and Kelly. The combination of deep local market expertise and a genuine personal approach is remarkable and makes the process seamless. Three generations of my family have all had the pleasure of being clients with them. The Kelly Howard Real Estate team treats my family like family. Their approach is personal, professional, honest, and they truly invest in your success with a purchase or sale of a property. I wouldn’t dream of using anyone else in the area."- Wendy

★★★★★
“Ed, Kelly, and Alise really stepped up and saved the day for me. Ed and Kelly got things moving right away with a solid plan in a difficult market, and since I was out of town, they basically took over and managed the house so I didn't have to worry. Ed was my main contact for everything and Alise kept the details totally on track. They suggested some key improvements and the staging was honestly incredible. You can really see their philosophy of treating every home the same and giving it their full attention. The best part was the clear communication; I never felt stressed or in the dark. I’m really happy with how everything turned out. If you need a team you can really trust to get your home sold to a quality buyer, this is the one." - Mary

★★★★★
“Ed, Kelly and Alise were an outstanding team for both the sale of our old home and the purchase of our new one. Ed has a great eye and helped us find the perfect home, negotiated a great deal, and made the entire process smooth. The Team is extremely knowledgeable, responsive, and always looked out for our best interests. Highly recommend." - Applegate Family

★★★★★
“Kelly, Ed and Alise were simply amazing. This is our second time using Kelly and his team for our real estate needs in San Diego and we continue to be so impressed with the group. From their communication, knowledge of the area, and creativity to help structure a deal to help us purchase an amazing property. We engaged this team to sell our prior property and purchase our new property. The time, effort and dedication they put into sale side, was truly remarkable. We were out of town during the process and Ed did everything imaginable to get our place sold, including arranging and meeting contractors to put the finishing touches on our property which made for a quick sale at a great price. Ed and Kelly teamed up on the purchase side and their knowledge and expertise of the market was key to broker a deal that I truly believe was a win-win for both parties. Alise was also a huge part of the transaction, assisting Ed and Kelly and keeping everything moving forward. We really enjoyed our time with Alise and appreciate her very organized approach during a process that can sometimes be chaotic. We would highly recommend Kelly and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell property in the San Diego area. - Peterson Family

★★★★★
“I can’t recommend Ed and his team highly enough! As this was my sister and I's first time buying a home, we were thrilled to have Ed by our side, making the entire experience not only manageable but genuinely exciting! From the very beginning, Ed was incredibly attentive and truly invested in our journey. He took the time to understand our needs and preferences, ensuring we felt heard and supported. His expertise and guidance were invaluable, walking us through each step with confidence. Ed's a rockstar! I want to also give a special shoutout to Alise and Kelly, who were both fantastic to work with. They played essential roles in keeping everything organized and running smoothly. Their attention to detail and proactive communication ensured that nothing fell through the cracks, making the entire process seamless. Together, Ed, Alise, and Kelly transformed our first-time home-buying experience into something truly special. Their dedication and support not only helped us find our dream home but also turned it into a memorable adventure. If you’re looking for a dedicated and compassionate real estate team, I wholeheartedly recommend this incredible trio!"-Alyx

★★★★★
“I am thrilled to write this heartfelt review for Kelly Howard Real Estate and his amazing team, Ed Borsack and Alise Smith who guided my sister and me through our first home buying experience in beautiful Encinitas.From the very beginning, Ed demonstrated a deep understanding of the local market and went above and beyond to ensure we felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. His patience and expertise made a potentially stressful process feel seamless.Alise and Kelly were equally fantastic! They were always available to answer our questions, provide insights, and support us throughout the entire journey. Their dedication and attention to detail truly made a difference in our experience.Thanks to their collective efforts, we found the perfect home that we could only dream of. We are so grateful for their hard work, guidance, and unwavering support.If you are considering buying a home, I highly recommend reaching out to Ed, Alise, and Kelly. Their professionalism, kindness, and commitment to their clients are truly exceptional.Thank you once again for everything! We couldn’t have done it without you."- Kristyn

★★★★★
“I can't recommend Ed, Kelly, and Alise enough! I have partnered with Ed both as a seller & buyer. This team's local knowledge and passion for real estate truly shine. Alise was incredibly organized & responsive making it much easier to navigate all the paperwork associated with buying/selling ;) Ed went the extra mile—watering my flowers while we were selling, coordinating home repairs, painters, carpet installation & even helping with the final cleaning! His attention to detail and thoughtful strategies for both buying and selling made the entire process seamless. Wonderful team to work with!"-Devyn

★★★★★
“I want to express my gratitude to you and your entire team for your extraordinary efforts in supporting our move to Encinitas. Not only did you find us an outstanding home, you also helped us negotiate a very favorable purchase agreement. But, more than that, you have very effectively coordinated the contractors who we needed to make the changes we wanted inside and out to make our move-in smooth and successful. We couldn’t have done it without you. We can’t wait to see our new home. We have bought and sold more homes than I care to remember, and I have never had a better real estate team working so diligently and smoothly for me. You’re the best. Thank you all!” - Jack & Lee

★★★★★
“My fiancé and I entered the housing market, looking to buy our first home together, in the winter of 2021. At a historically hard time for a couple to find their starter home, Ed Borsack, Kelly Howard and their team of champions found us the impossible. They got to know us, got to know what we needed in a home, and went above and beyond in all aspects to find us the perfect spot. In a notoriously tough market, they were fast to act, aggressive when they needed to be, kept expectations realistic, remained clear and accurate, and somehow did it all with a super positive and friendly attitude. We 100% would not have been able to get our home without them, and we made some great friends along the way. Anyone I know that is considering entering the market will be getting the strongest recommendation I have for Ed, Kelly and the team. A heartfelt thank you to them for their professional, friendly and successful efforts.” -Matt & Talia

★★★★★
"Thank you so much for your efforts representing me on this sale! The last minute thought to call Kelly for a second opinion before almost listing with another broker was the best decision I made. I could not imagine working with anyone else on this sale. I also have you to thank for a final price that is $50k higher than I was prepared to present to the tenant before your involvement. Your team far exceed my expectations throughout the entire sale process. From our initial call through closing, you made this entire process effortless. I was blown away by your communication, professionalism, efficiency, knowledge, enthusiasm and warmth along every step of the way. It is easy to see why you are the top realtors in the area and I could not think any more highly of your team. Thanks again for everything, you are the dream team!" -John M.

★★★★★
"We recently purchased a home through Kelly Howard at Compass, and we were impressed! His experience and knowledge was evident through day one. He even came to our inspection to make sure things were not overlooked. Kelly was there for the entire home buying process, and helped the process be as smooth as possible. Since Kelly was on our team, we got the house we wanted, and it was the first house we made an offer on. We would use him in the future and we recommend his expertise to anyone buying or selling." - Jonathan & Summer

★★★★★
"Kelly Howard and Lisa Waltman far exceeded our expectations, going above and beyond to ensure we were kept in the loop every step of the way." - Brad & Erika

★★★★★
"It felt like we were on a team together. They provided information and guidance, and clarified our options and decisions, but the decisions were ours. " -Andrew

★★★★★
"Kelly Howard & Lisa Waltman are amazing. We did extensive research deciding on an agent to sell our home, and it was clear they were the right team. " - Cherly

★★★★★
"Kelly & Lisa are awesome. We couldn't be happier with everything they've done for us. You couldn't ask for better real estate agents in North County! " - Tim

★★★★★
"I wanted to personally thank you all for the extraordinary service, help, and care you extended to us during the sale of our home in Cardiff. It is quite safe and fair to say that we couldn’t have done it without you. You all were efficient, kind, realistic, knowledgeable, and flexible throughout the process of selling our home for us. We had an unusual home in Cardiff and we were obliged to try to sell during a time that was not exactly ideal. You managed to find us our perfect buyer and help us patiently and diligently through many of the more complicated proceedings both before and after this brilliant discovery. You saw to it that we were not disturbed or too displaced during showings, you gave up many weekends to host open houses, and you somehow even managed to get our kids and dogs on your side. We loved our Cardiff home and the Cardiff lifestyle, but it was simply time for us to move on. We are completely thrilled to be where we are now too. Thanks for working so seamlessly with our realtor on this end to truly make our transition as easy as possible.." - Darcie & Chris W.

★★★★★
"We can’t thank your team enough for finding us a home that completely exceeded our expectations. Between Ed, Kelly, and Nickelle, we were kept updated every step of the way. We truly felt like the whole team was looking out for our best interests and that was proven when you proactively negotiated a credit from the seller at closing. Everyone made the entire process seamless and you all could not have been more helpful. Thanks again for everything! " - Ryan & Nicole M.W.

★★★★★
“The KH team Ed, Kelly and Nickelle moved mountains in helping to sell our house! They started by going through our house, with honest and accurate input about what we needed to do to ensure it was in the best possible selling condition. Really, after 10 years of three kids and a dog living under one roof we never thought we would be able to have it look as good as it did when it was ready to sell. They handled all the staging and afterwards we even contemplated if we should still sell because it looked so good, like a model home; we never knew it could be as beautiful as it did! After that, we sold for top dollar - the highest sale price that has ever been sold in the HISTORY of our community - we really could not have been happier! They didn’t just do their job, they went so far above and beyond!!! We will forever be grateful to them for all the hard work resulting in a beyond amazing outcome!”

★★★★★
“Ed, Nickelle, Kelly, and the entire KH Compass Realty team made our home buying experience extremely smooth, thoughtful and enjoyable, with our specific interests put front-and-center during the entire buying process. We leaned on Ed and the team to help us identify and narrow in on listings and locations that had significant investment upside, which is where Ed’s knowledge and experience in the area really shined through. Ed was willing to meet us at any time and location that we showed even slight interest in, and his level of commitment in that regard helped us to establish significant trust and ultimately the foundation for a life-long friendship. We’ve since continued to work with Ed and the KH team, utilizing their huge network of contractors and specialists to assist with various home redesign projects. Plain and simple, the best realty team we’ve ever worked with by far... Thank you Ed, Nickelle, and Kelly for everything that you do!” - Mark & Alex