Your Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, La Jolla & San Diego Luxury Real Estate Specialist
Sonja is an award-winning San Diego luxury agent with a proven record of success.
RANKED TOP OF THE NATION'S 1.6 MILLION REALTORS® - REAL TRENDS
TOP OF BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESERVICES AGENTS NATION WIDE FOR 2022
TOP REAL ESTATE PRODUCER - SAN DIEGO BUSINESS JOURNAL
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Sonja is an award-winning luxury property sales specialist in the San Diego Coastal area, with a particular focus in the exclusive Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar and La Jolla neighborhoods. Her extensive market knowledge and proven record of success spanning nearly two decades in the real estate business set her apart from her peers, and endear her to an elite clientele of CEO’s, business owners and other top professionals who repeatedly trust her services.
Sonja is known for her superior representation of affluent buyers and sellers as well as her sophisticated, high-level marketing strategies for luxury homes and new construction. She conducts business with the utmost discretion, integrity and attention to detail, providing a seamless experience for her discerning clients from start to finish.
In addition to earning top-tier awards for a stellar performance, Sonja has strengthened her knowledge and broadened her skills with several distinguished industry designations, affording her well-rounded skills and advanced expertise that greatly benefit her clients.
Sonja enjoys a stellar reputation as a seasoned full-service real estate resource with a wealth of connections and insights, and a savvy negotiator who works fiercely in the best interest of every client. Since her entry into residential sales in 2003, she has continued to excel and raise the bar on the level of quality service delivered, all with an unparalleled personalized approach.
Residing in San Diego since 1995, Sonja is an aficionado in the area and a passionate advocate for her clients. Her hard work ethic is only matched by her love of family time, spent with her husband and two boys.
Having earned Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Realty’s Chairman's Circle Platinum Award for sales, this award has ranked Sonja in the top one percent of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 50,000 agents nationwide.
Of Berkshire Hathaway Home Services 50,000 Agents Nationwide
The typical commission for a real estate agent when selling a house generally ranges from 2% to 3%, though this can vary based on your location.
The 1% rule asserts that the monthly rental income of a property should be a minimum of 1% of its purchase price. For instance, if a property is bought for $200,000, the monthly rental income should be at least $2,000.
The average closing costs in California typically amount to approximately 1% of a home's sale price, as indicated by data from ClosingCorp. For a $500,000 home, this would be around $5,000. It's important to note that these costs are divided between the buyer and the seller, ensuring that one party is not solely responsible for the entire amount.
Opting for a full-service agent, even with a higher commission, is often a worthwhile investment. The expertise and support they provide can result in a higher selling price, a shorter time on the market, and a more efficient overall process.
The 50% rule, also known as the 50 rule in real estate, suggests that half of the gross income from a rental property should be set aside for operating expenses when assessing profitability. This guideline is intended to prevent investors from underestimating expenses and overestimating profits.
Whether you are looking to sell your home, buy a home or learn about the prestigious communities of Rancho Santa Fe, La Jolla and Del Mar, Sonja Huter’s expertise in the San Diego real estate market is like no other real estate agent in the area.