The Cooper Dodge Group

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"Downtown San Diego and surrounding area 619-985-8777"
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The Cooper Dodge Group,  in San Diego
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About Me
The Cooper Dodge Group specializes in downtown San Diego residential real estate and are full time real estate professionals. Our office is located in the heart of the historic Gaslamp District - - at Fifth and Market.

Come find out why San Diego is “America’s Finest City”! We’d love to educate you on the different downtown neighborhoods and what makes each of them unique.

The Cooper Dodge Group has built a reputation for our superior customer service. We are skilled in negotiating and believe no detail is too small. If it matters to you, it matters to us! Check out our client testimonials.
We know how to get things done! We have a strong network of business contacts and have built strong relationships with industry affiliates, associates and vendors. We offer valuable resources and tools to our clients!

We are “e-Pro” certified. What that means to you is we are on the cutting edge of internet technology. Having a presence on the internet is key in reaching today’s savvy real estate consumer.

We provide 24/7 access to the MLS through our website. View personal searches at your leisure! Sign up for our “property watch” where you can customize your property search and not only save properties of interest to you, but receive an instant e-mail notification of new listings and/or price reductions on properties that fit your search criteria.

We are team oriented. We offer creative solutions and believe that sum of the parts is greater than the whole.
Whether you are selling your home, buying in San Diego for the first time, looking for investment property or simply want to follow current market conditions and trends, we are happy to assist you. Please feel free to call or email us.

THE COOPER DODGE GROUP
McMillin Realty, Downtown Metro Office
568 Fifth Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101
info@WeSell92101.com

Claudette Cooper (619) 241-5447
Claudette@ClaudetteCooper.com

Ronda Dodge (619) 985-8777
Ronda@RondaDodge.com

Kim Spagnoli (858) 926-6255
kspagnoli@wesell92101.com

Carlos Santiago (619) 274-2925
carlos@wesell92101.com

Visit our website today at http://www.WeSell92101.com
Serving downtown San Diego and surrounding areas
Testimonials
""Thanks so much for all the time and energy you put into helping us find our new home""
Rick & Regina Mon Mar 3
"We are all so thankful to have the guidance of such a professional, kind person. Thank you for helping us!"
Sharon Mon Jul 14
""Thank you for all you've done from holding our hand during the house buying porocess to answering a million questions. We won't hesitate to recommend you to our friends and family.""
Scott & Caroline Sat May 31
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The Cooper Dodge Group answered:
Hi Greg,

I suggest that if you have an interest in a particular property, contact a local Realtor in the area who can review the status of the property's ownership, health of any liens on the property, and comparable sales in the area to determine a realistic value. Sellers (including bank sellers) are still offering to pay for your representation in a sale, so take advantage of it by establishing a relationship with any reputable Realtor and let them do the work for you. I can put you in touch with several qualitifed Realtors in your area if you need assistance. - Sat Nov 1 2008, 19:10

Only my name is on the GFE, is that normal?

The Cooper Dodge Group answered:
Hi Crissy, if both you and a co-signer applied for a loan, then both names should appear on the Good Faith Estimate. If a co-signer's credit rating is worse that the appliant, it can hurt the application rather than help it. In either case, the mortgage broker should be in close communication with you about all the information the estimate has on it, or does not have on it.

Also, if you are applying for a home loan, it won't hurt your credit to apply at several places over a short period of time since the crdit bureaus see it as the same activity of shopping for a home loan.

I hope this helps and feel free to contact us with any questions. - Wed Oct 22 2008, 22:36
The Cooper Dodge Group answered:
Hi Maka, the $146K was the reconveyance price. You will find that it sold after reconveyance on the open market in September for $225K after being on the market just nine days. Buying discounted properties in this market requires cash, knowledge of foreclosure process sales, and knowing how to investigate title and liabilities of those properties before they reach a sale point. Beyond taking those high risk ventures, there are certainly many value purchases to be had on the open market after properties foreclose and you can get title free and clear. I know this isn't the easy answer you were hoping for but hopefully gives you some sound perspective in a market where risky dollars can vanish quicker than you can bat an eye! I suggest that you develop a relationship with a Realtor who can help you find the specific properties you are interested in and help you negotiate a sound purchase and a value price. - Sat Oct 4 2008, 21:52

Is it safe to take over someones mortgage payments?

The Cooper Dodge Group answered:
Hi Ashley,
Assuming a loan has not been something most people would consider in today's market, with many owners who bought in recent years owing more than what they could sell it for now. Is it a "for sale by owner"? I strongly encourage you to work with a Realtor if you are not doing so already. It's important to know the value of any property you are considering buying and the terms under which it is being sold. Buyers typically do not have to pay any Realtor fees unless you hire them to find properties both on or off the active MLS. Usually sellers pay Realtor fees, so be sure to get some help. I have access to property values and how much is owed on properties, so if you'd like to contact me, I will gladly assist you. - Sun Aug 31 2008, 15:37
The Cooper Dodge Group answered:
Hi Marcela,
These two programs are both known as down payment assistance programs and will be going away at the end of September unless the recent change is rescinded,so you'll need to act fast. The programs themselves do not determine which house qualifies. It is the seller who has to agree to your using this program because they participate in process as well by contributing a portion of their proceeds so that the programs can give it back to you. New home builders such as McMillin Homes works with Ameridream so you may want to check some of their communities. Other builders may also do the same, you just need to ask. If you are looking at resale properties, have your Realtor negotiate the terms for you. I hope this helps! - Sun Aug 31 2008, 09:15
My Listings
4833 Filipo St, San Diego, CA 92115 4833 Filipo…
$395,000
3 br  2 ba  
575 6th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101 575 6th Ave,…
$449,000
1 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
4830 70th St, San Diego, CA 92115 4830 70th St…
$549,000
4 br  3.0 ba Listing Web Site
310 Alamo Way, El Cajon, CA 92021 310 Alamo W…
$464,000
4 br  4.0 ba Listing Web Site
206 Park Blvd, San Diego, CA 92101 206 Park Bl…
$403,000
1 br  1.0 ba Listing Web Site
4125 Nabal Drive, La Mesa, CA 91941 4125 Nabal…
$475,000
3 br  2½ ba Listing Web Site
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Certifications & Awards
* Awarded 1999 Virginia Peninsula Assoc.of REALTORS® Rookie of the Year (from over 1300 agents)
* Awarded 1999 Broker company Rookie of the Year (from over 800 agents)
* Annual Sales Awarded
* Prior certification as an Accredited Buyer Representative
* Emerging Technologies, ePro Certified REALTOR®
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