Pete T.

I have purchased and sold several homes over the years. Loren is by far the best realtor I have ever worked with. She is on top of every detail and timeline. Loren made a great notebook for me after closing with all the information I needed to get moved in including numerous referrals, contact information to set up accounts etc. She reviewed the HOA documents...so many pages too. Loren is the absolute best realtor and a really great person too!!!

My husband and I met Loren Thistle completely by chance at an open house while on a neighborhood walk, and we are so grateful that we did. As first-time homebuyers, we had no idea how much we didn’t know, but Loren guided us through every single step with incredible professionalism, warmth, and expertise. From the very beginning, she was responsive, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping us find the right home—not just any home. When we decided to pause our search for a bit, she supported us without any pressure, which only reinforced how much she cared about us rather than just a sale. Once we were ready to buy, Loren made what could have been a stressful process feel seamless. We were on a tight timeline—one month to search, buy, close, and move in before our baby arrives—and she made it happen. Loren went above and beyond to connect us with trusted local resources for everything from inspections and insurance to plumbing and electrical work. She even found us a better mortgage company than the one we had originally chosen, saving us both time and money. It truly felt like she was available around the clock to answer questions, explain next steps, and ensure we felt confident in every decision. Thanks to her, we not only found our dream home but did so efficiently, smoothly, and with total peace of mind. If you’re looking for a realtor who is organized, incredibly knowledgeable, and genuinely cares about her clients, look no further than Loren Thistle. We can’t recommend her highly enough!

I first met Loren Thistle in 2021 at an open house. She was warm, welcoming, and genuinely interested in understanding our dream home requirements and budget. We had to postpone our plans, and Loren respected that completely—no pressure, no pestering. She checked in exactly a year later, and when we still weren't ready, she waited another year. Throughout this time, she sent periodic listings matching our preferences but never pushed. When we finally got ready in 2025, her professionalism truly shone. As first-time homebuyers, we had so much to learn. Loren patiently walked us through every step, answering all our questions with a heartwarming smile. She only shared listings within our budget and never pushed us higher. During home tours, she was always punctual and provided thorough analyses with clear pros, cons, and suggestions. When we decided to make an offer, she conducted comprehensive market analysis and advised us on a competitive price that would be accepted without overpaying. Once our offer was accepted, Loren made everything seamless through her firm's online portal. She referred reliable lenders, responded to texts promptly with clear answers, and ensured the house met our "move-in-ready" requirements. She guided us through inspections, suggested handymen for minor fixes, and provided contacts for future needs. Loren is incredibly professional yet genuinely warm. We feel very lucky to have worked with her and will definitely refer her to anyone buying a home in San Diego.