Can you imagine making half a million dollars in just two weeks?

Can you imagine making half a million dollars in just two weeks?
Yes, it’s absolutely possible—and here’s a real case that just happened!

I have a long-time client couple I’ve worked with for years. The wife has been living in New York for a long time, the husband is still in China, and their two kids are all set—the whole family planned to move to San Diego and start a brand-new life together!

They came to me and said:
“Cindy, we have a $3 million budget. Help us find a nice home that we can live in and also use as a transitional base.”
No problem! I jumped into action and curated a shortlist of high-quality listings. Two homes really stood out—one priced at $3.2 million, the other at $2.6 million, both in Carmel Valley with stunning, stylish renovations.

Guess what?
The whole family instantly fell in love with the $3.2 million home. The design was so modern and elegant that you could feel the luxury even through the screen!

BUT!
You all know—I'm not just someone who shows pretty homes. I care deeply about numbers and long-term value.

Let’s break it down together:

1. The $3.2M home was priced at $1,050 per square foot, 3,019 square feet, 5 beds and 3 baths.
   
   
2. The $2.6M home? Only $750 per square foot, nearly 500 square feet larger, and it has one more bathroom—5 beds and 4 baths!
   
   
3. Plus, the $2.6M property is on a quiet cul-de-sac, in a gated community, right next to the luxury enclave of Rancho Santa Fe.
   
   
4. And most importantly—if you follow me on YouTube, you’ve definitely heard me say this again and again:
   Never buy the most expensive home in the neighborhood.
   Always buy the lower or mid-priced home to optimize your investment return.

The $3.2M home was the priciest in its community. The $2.6M one? Right in the sweet spot.

No brainer.
The $2.6M home was the clear winner.

I also pulled records: the previous owner bought this home in August 2024 for $2.75M, then invested more money into high-end renovations with modern, chic finishes. Today, the market value is easily $3M+.

That means—my clients got in at $2.6M and immediately gained $400K to $500K in equity!

I explained all the numbers, data, and long-term value clearly.
And the couple? They didn’t even hesitate.
Over the screen, they said, “Cindy, we trust you. Let’s go for it.”

They didn’t even fly out to San Diego.
I did two virtual showings, and they went all cash, full price, right away!
I immediately leveraged my years of international connections to help them legally and efficiently transfer funds from China to the U.S., and we closed in 15 days. Smooth, fast, flawless.

Now, the whole family is thrilled. They told me:
“Cindy, we’re so glad we worked with you again. We didn’t have to worry about anything—just follow your lead and we’re good.”

And honestly?
They originally wanted to buy that $3.2M home.
If I had cared only about my commission, I could’ve just let them go with the higher price. I would’ve made more money.

But I don’t do that.

Because I’ve always believed—I must stand in my client’s shoes and help them make the right decision.

I believe:
“Client first, success follows. With success comes the commission.”

Not every agent works that way.
But me, Cindy Chin? That’s exactly how I help my clients buy smart, protect their assets, and build long-term value.

So I’ll say it again:
Buying a home in the U.S. isn’t about spending the most—it’s about spending the smartest.

Want to make sure every dollar works in your favor?
Come find me—Cindy Chin is here to help.