We met Jim at an open house in Coronado. We are so grateful to have found an excellent San Diego Realtor! His consistent follow up, professionalism, market knowledge, and patience with our changing needs has been impressive. His expert advice led us to the perfect investment. Jim’s calm determination to help us never failed. His experience shielded us and helped us negotiate three offers and in the end, lead us to our right place. Jim and Kilee went above and beyond during our search, offer and the inspection process AND continue to assist even after closing. We now feel more like friends than clients! THANK YOU JIM and KILEE!

Kylie was amazing no matter what we needed. She was there for us. She was working with my daughter in California and I was in Florida and somehow she managed to keep in contact with both of us and make everything happen. Just the way it was supposed to she wouldn’t be on and beyond any agent I’ve ever worked with

Jim is the consummate professional. He solves problems, works swiftly using his seasoned knowledge of the field, shows great courtesy and thoughtfulness, and works very well with not just the realtor community and buyers, but other professionals associated with real estate transactions, from escrow services to bankers, builders, investment managers, tax consultants, estate attorneys, and family members. For our house, Jim put together a highly effective, far-reaching, and ambitious marketing campaign—at his cost—which together with prudent pricing brought multiple offers on the home within days. This ultimately led to the identification of its true market value; a seller could not ask for more from the bottom line. His negotiations with buyers’ agents, including achieving special terms we desired, and his recommendations to guide our responses to offers resulted in a sale for which we felt not only especially well-served, but moreover left us satisfied that we had given all prospective buyers an equal and fair chance to put their best offer forward. Our family is indebted to Jim for shepherding us sure-footedly and very successfully through the fraught process of a high-value real estate transaction where, in the end, everyone was a winner. We highly recommend him.

Property values in Coronado are high and consequently there are lots of realtors. We've been in town almost 70 years and know many of them personally or by reputation. Good people who get the job done. But for us personally, we always choose Jim Nelson, because he provides just the right balance of experience, competence, perspective, patience and leave-no-stone-unturned effort that makes the entire experience not only exceedingly smooth but actually pleasurable for us. Perfection.

I’ve worked with more than 50 real estate agents over the years, and Jim truly stands out as one of the best. We were involved in this transaction as the rehabber being paid out of escrow, so we had a front-row seat to the entire proces and Jim had full command of it from start to finish. This was not a simple transaction. We hit a few bumps along the way that required strong leadership, confidence, and clear decision-making. Jim handled every challenge with a calm, team-oriented approach while still being very much in control of the outcome. What impressed me most was his integrity and judgment: he actually encouraged the seller to walk away from an offer because he didn’t believe the buyer was being fair. At the time, I questioned whether that was the right move, but Jim was absolutely right. He then turned around and sold the property for $50,000 above list price, during the slowest month of the year—Christmas—resetting the highest price per square foot in the area. Watching him navigate that turnaround was genuinely impressive. Throughout the process, Jim gave everyone involved a sense of certainty. It was clear he knew exactly what he was doing, and that allowed the rest of us to stay focused on our roles without stress or second-guessing. At closing, he was fair but never gave away the seller’s equity to requests that weren’t justified. He handled vendors seamlessly and delivered a very strong close. Any agent can manage a straightforward sale. But when a deal gets complicated—when you need to pull out of escrow, reset expectations, and still cross the finish line with an exceptional result, that’s when experience matters. Jim is a seasoned, smart, confident negotiator, and it was truly wonderful to witness him in action

I could not be happier. Working with the Nelson Riddle Team got me exactly what I was looking for. Within 30 days of talking with Jim Nelson he found me the perfect home! A 3 week escrow and I was in. It had been 27 years since I purchased my last home and I needed some handholding throughout the process.  I got it. Jim's expertise made this seamless. Thank you Jim, Debbie and Kilee!

Jim helped us sell our house in Poway. He is calm, intelligent, and super easy to work with. He is a true professional and will walk you through every step of the way. Jim is very experienced and helped us achieve $50K over asking price during a hard to read selling period (November/December). He did an excellent job analyzing the market and pricing the home correctly. His team is great too and all the paperwork and communications went through smoothly. He is very responsive and attentive with a personal touch. I think he really cares about people. I have nothing but praise for Jim.

Jim helped us sell our house in Poway. He is calm, intelligent, and super easy to work with. He is a true professional and will walk you through every step of the way. Jim is very experienced and helped us achieve $50K over asking price during a hard to read selling period (November/December). He did an excellent job analyzing the market and pricing the home correctly. His team is great too and all the paperwork and communications went through smoothly. He is very responsive and attentive with a personal touch. I think he really cares about people. I have nothing but praise for Jim.

Phenomenal experience with well informed realtors who go the extra mile. We have both bought and sold properties with the Nelson team and we couldn't be happier with the attention to detail and our personal circumstances that led to successful transactions.

My husband and I have employed the expert realtor services of Jim Nelson of the Nelson Riddle Team (on over a dozen purchases home and rental properties) in the past 25 years. We cannot emphasize enough what his keen awareness of the current market has done for our real estate portfolio. A half-dozen individuals who we referred Jim Nelson to have successfully bought and/or sold properties with assistance from him, including my daughter Mia regarding her North Park condo AND townhome. ~Anna and Henry Stanley

Jim and Kilee were amazing! They helped us close on our first house and made the process so easy! We had no idea how any of this process worked and they helped every step of the way. Ever after we closed they helped with answering various new home owner questions . Would 100% recommend !

They were great and easy to work with ! We had lots of questions as new home owners and they exceeded expectations. We worked with both Jim and Kilee and would 100% recommend

I highly recommend Jim Nelson and Kilee Waller with the Nelson Riddle Team. A friend recommended Jim Nelson to me, and I am so grateful for that recommendation. All the necessary steps to sell my home were taken quickly and the place was prepped and staged for sale as quickly as possible with beautiful results, and there was an accepted offer in less than a week, over asking price. I live on the east coast and had rented this property for over 30 years. Jim and Kilee made it so easy for me. Everything was handled by them, and I was informed of every step in the process and every necessary agreed upon repairs. I can't thank Jim Nelson and Kilee Waller enough. They made the whole process easy for me, and I am forever grateful for their hard work. Without a doubt, I would recommend this team to anyone.

I highly recommend Jim Nelson and Kilee Waller with the Nelson Riddle Team. A friend recommended Jim Nelson to me, and I am so grateful for that recommendation. All the necessary steps to sell my home were taken quickly and the place was prepped and staged for sale as quickly as possible with beautiful results, and there was an accepted offer in less than a week, over asking price. I live on the east coast and had rented this property for over 30 years. Jim and Kilee made it so easy for me. Everything was handled by them, and I was informed of every step in the process and every necessary agreed upon repairs. I can't thank Jim Nelson and Kilee Waller enough. They made the whole process easy for me, and I am forever grateful for their hard work. Without a doubt, I would recommend this team to anyone.

Jim Nelson and the Nelson Riddle Team provided exceptional service in selling our Coronado condo. From start to finish, Jim impressed us with his professionalism, expertise, and genuine care, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. His tailored marketing strategy, including high-quality photography and virtual tours, showcased our property effectively. Jim’s negotiation skills secured a favorable sale price and protected our interests throughout. His meticulous attention to detail ensured every step—from staging to closing—was handled flawlessly. We highly recommend Jim and his team to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated real estate partner in the San Diego area.

Jim Nelson and the Nelson Riddle Team provided exceptional service in selling our Coronado condo. From start to finish, Jim impressed us with his professionalism, expertise, and genuine care, making the entire process smooth and stress-free. His tailored marketing strategy, including high-quality photography and virtual tours, showcased our property effectively. Jim’s negotiation skills secured a favorable sale price and protected our interests throughout. His meticulous attention to detail ensured every step—from staging to closing—was handled flawlessly. We highly recommend Jim and his team to anyone seeking a knowledgeable and dedicated real estate partner in the San Diego area.

Jim and his team have been fantastic to work with on the transactions we've done together over the last couple of years. We have worked with a lot of realtors during our 20+ years of buying/selling homes and what really stands out with Jim is that his knowledge for all aspects of real estate far exceeds what most realtors have. On top of that, he'll get us answers to specific questions whether its about a certain comp, or timelines with an HOA, title issues etc. (most agents would say "I'm not sure" or "here's who you should call"). He's well connected and knows how to get things done which makes it an enjoyable experience.

Our Family had the pleasure of working with Amanda and Jim to purchase our new home in Coronado. I would highly recommend their services. From our first conversation to closing day, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process. They took the time to truly understand what our family needs and preferences. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and deep knowledge of the local market made me feel confident at every step. They were always available to answer questions, explain next steps, and advocate on my behalf. Highly recommend them without any reservation.

Our family had the pleasure of working with Amanda and Jim to purchase our new home in Coronado. I would highly recommend their services. From our first conversation to closing day, they were professional, knowledgeable, and incredibly supportive throughout the entire process.They took the time to truly understand what my wife and I were looking for. Their attention to detail, responsiveness, and deep knowledge of the local market made me feel confident at every step. They were always available to answer questions, explain next steps, and advocate on my behalf. Highly recommend without any reservations.

Working with the Nelson Riddle team was an outstanding experience from start to finish. From the initial consultation to the final closing, their communication, professionalism, and attention to detail was tier one. They guided me through every step of the selling process, offered expert advice on pricing and staging, and ensured my home was marketed effectively. Their knowledge of the market and strong negotiation skills helped secure a great offer quickly. I truly felt supported the entire time, and I can confidently recommend the Nelson Riddle team to anyone looking to sell their home with ease and confidence.

Working with the Nelson Riddle team was an outstanding experience from start to finish. From the initial consultation to the final closing, their communication, professionalism, and attention to detail was tier one. They guided me through every step of the selling process, offered expert advice on pricing and staging, and ensured my home was marketed effectively. Their knowledge of the market and strong negotiation skills helped secure a great offer quickly. I truly felt supported the entire time, and I can confidently recommend the Nelson Riddle team to anyone looking to sell their home with ease and confidence.

I can’t recommend Jim and his team highly enough! From the very beginning, they demonstrated exceptional professionalism, market expertise, and dedication to getting the best possible outcome for us. Their strategic pricing, expert advice, and negotiation skills helped us secure top dollar for our home in record time. Jim kept us informed throughout the entire process, making what could have been a stressful experience feel seamless. His knowledge of the local market and marketing approach attracted serious buyers quickly, leading to multiple strong offers. If you’re looking for a real estate agent who is committed, knowledgeable, and truly has your best interests at heart, look no further than the Nelson Riddle Team. We are beyond grateful for their hard work and outstanding results.

Just closed an amazing transaction (I'm the buyer's lender) with Kilee, Fevin, and the Nelson Riddle Team! Throughout escrow they were very responsive, professional, and understanding. While we had a couple challenges, it all came together and they negotiated a great deal for our clients to cover closing costs, in fact with some leftover credit to buy down their rate, and do some repairs so that our client got a great deal and closed on time! Looking forward to working with this amazing team again!

We were in the position of selling our parents home of 50+ years and this was a huge decision. We trusted the Nelson Riddle Team to handle this transaction and we were not disappointed, professional and committed through the entire process, we were kept informed sometimes several times a day. When I first met Kilee I knew we were in good hands, Team Kilee. Kilee never let up, we followed up on all our obligations and Kilee ran the process to completion. I strongly recommend Nelson and Riddle Team for all real estate needs in San Diego. Thank you to the team for all your hard work and friendship.

Jim & his team are exceptional. As first time buyers, Jim greatly simplified the transaction process and did not miss a beat from start to finish. Great communication throughout. Would absolutely work with the Nelson Riddle team again.

Jim & his team are exceptional. As first time buyers, Jim greatly simplified the transaction process and did not miss a beat from start to finish. Great communication throughout. Would absolutely work with the Nelson Riddle team again.

Outstanding Service and Expertise – Highly Recommend Jim Nelson We had the pleasure of working with Jim Nelson from the Nelson Riddle Team, and we couldn’t be more impressed with the level of service he provided. From start to finish, Jim was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and thorough in every aspect of our home search. Jim’s attention to detail and proactive approach stood out to us. He took the time to understand our needs and patiently guided us through the process. His research and data analysis were second to none, and he worked tirelessly to ensure we were making the right decisions. Not only did he help us find the perfect home, but he also went above and beyond to help us understand market trends, pricing, and potential investments. We were particularly impressed with Jim’s expertise in 1031 exchanges, which proved invaluable during our transaction. His deep understanding of this complex process helped simplify everything for us, and we felt confident in our choices. Throughout the entire experience, Jim demonstrated exceptional patience, especially in working with an elder couple. He took the time to explain things clearly, ensuring they felt comfortable and informed every step of the way. Jim’s service was nothing short of outstanding. His professionalism, knowledge, and dedication truly made a difference, and we are grateful for all his hard work. We highly recommend Jim Nelson to anyone looking for a real estate agent who goes above and beyond to deliver exceptional results.

Jim Nelson is wonderful. He is honest, personable, diligent and wise. Working with Jim on the purchase of our home was delightful. My wife and I can’t say enough good things about our home purchase experience. This is our 5th home purchase and by far our most enjoyable. Jim is now not only our realtor for life but a dear friend as a result of the character he showed throughout the entire process. Thank you Jim Nelson!!!

Excellent support through every step of the process. Highly knowledgable about the local markets and surrounded by a good team of expert specialists for inspections, repairs etc. highly recommended.

Jim and his team did a great job selling our home in an expensive neighborhood where home prices have been dropping for the past six months. The Nelson Riddle Team searched out the quality buyers, negotiated the best deal and pushed to expedite the escrow closing. I have been in the Commerical Real Business for over 40 years, and I would recommend Jim and his team to sell my next home.