I’ve worked with Nelson for several years now, and one of the things I admire most—beyond his unwavering dedication to his clients—is his integrity. In a field where shortcuts and quick sales are all too common, Thomas stands out by consistently following an ethical, client-centered approach that’s rare these days. I’ve also had the chance to learn about his leadership activities outside of real estate and follow his ongoing professional development. His drive, moral compass, and commitment to doing things the right way give me complete confidence in referring him to others and continuing to use his services personally! Less

I was not looking forward to a long distance home selling process, but using Thomas J. Nelson as my realtor was a wonderful decision! I live in Cincinnati, Ohio and was not familiar with any realtors in the San Diego area. The individual who recommended him said he had never heard a complaint about him. Thomas got things rolling soon after my initial phone call to him. He suggested how I could make the home show better. He always responded to text messages and phone calls. He would notify me when a form was emailed for me to sign. He explained any terminology I did not understand. We received multiple offers and Thomas thoroughly reviewed each one with me. He went above and beyond by going to the house collecting mail from the mailbox, turning on lights and making sure doors were locked and everything was secure. I needed some help when preparing the house before listing it. He gave me the names of businesses to call and everyone he referred provided top notch service. He also kept in touch with regular updates on how the sale was progressing. Thomas put me at ease even though I was thousands of miles away. He is a warm and caring individual who is extremely knowledgeable about buying and selling houses. Working with him, and following his instruction, resulted in a very successful and lucrative home sale. I highly recommend using Thomas J. Nelson as your realtor. LaGracia Guice-Williams, Cincinnati, Ohio Less

Thomas is one of the most upfront, honest, loyal and professional people I’ve ever had the opportunity to work alongside. Seeing the way he meticulously cares for every detail in a transaction and how much preparation goes into what makes him successful is inspiring. Honest in each deal! Less

Thomas has been an invaluable asset in my house hunt in San Diego. He went above and beyond providing insights and answering my questions about complex housing market. Always ahead of time and always with enough details, and super patient. While I was away from SD he was able to do virtual tours for me as well. A wonderful human being - pleasure to work with. It’s been my best realtor experience by far! Less

Thomas is an amazing REALTOR and a terrific person. He's an absolute expert in all areas of real estate and he supports our veterans in every way possible. He's helped countless vets buy and sell their homes. He always puts people first and he is a shining light in real estate! I could not recommend him more, anyone needing a REALTOR should use him Less

Thomas is knowledgeable, personable and cares. He is always learning and never stays stagnant. His desire at interacting with those he cares about is genuine and heart felt. He works with intention, relationships are important to him and the more I get to know him the more I realized just how passionate he is about his work and about showing the people around him that they matter, they count. Highly recommend Thomas as an agent to anyone considering hiring him!!! Less

As first-time homeowners, the process of searching for and buying a property felt daunting for me and my partner. However, from our very first interaction with Thomas, our apprehensions were put to rest. His knowledge-base, thoroughness, and attention to detail ensured that every box on our wishlist was ticked, and the properties he showed us always aligned with our vision. We particularly appreciated his timely communication and he was always available to answer our questions, no matter how minor, making us feel prioritized and valued. Thomas took the time to genuinely understand our needs and preferences. It was clear to us that Thomas was not just concerned about making a sale, but wanted us to find a place where we would be genuinely happy – and he succeeded in doing just that. Beyond his exceptional professional attributes, his warmth and sincerity made our home-buying journey memorable and enjoyable. We wholeheartedly recommend Thomas to anyone and would be fortunate to work with him again in the the future! Less

Thomas helped my mother and I sell a home in a nearly flawless transaction. We've bought and sold real estate for 35 years. Because of his team behind the scenes and his real estate expertise, we experienced a service level that went above and beyond our expectations. There are many choices for realtors out there, but choosing Thomas is a wise move. Less

Thomas was awesome to work with as a first-time homebuyer! He was great at explaining financial terms and strategies, respected my budget, and took the time to crunch numbers with me before each offer. He helped me purchase the perfect condo in a neighborhood where I've been renting for years. Less

This post is long over due. While I have been raving about my experience with Thomas to everyone. Both my buying and selling experience, I kept forgetting to post my gratitude for him. I have NEVER had such a seemless experience in my life. Thomas made everything so easy for me. He helped me sell my condo, while I was on a work trip in another state! I think what also needs to be highlighted is that while I am confident he had multiple clients at the same time. I would never have known it. I ways felt like he was here for me. I trust Thomas to be honest with me about all the details even if it wasn't to his benefit. He would never do something that wasn't for his clients benefit and for this and how I felt everytime working with him, I will NEVER have another realtor other than Thomas. His communication is the absolute best as well, I am updated about everything and he explained everything as well. We all have a friend that is in real estate we want to help out or might give you a discount of commission... but If you want someone who is going to get you what you want, is honest and really really good and making this a good experience rather than a stressful experience. Solid recommendations are really hard to find. Go to Thomas. You will be so happy you did. Jami Kraus Less

It was a delight to work with Thomas to purchase our home. The market is very challenging and competitive, and Thomas consistently gave us good advice and moved quickly in order to help us be competitive. A+ communication, advice, and expertise. Would recommend Thomas to any of our friends and family! Less

Thomas Nelson is one of the best realtors I have had the pleasure to work with! He is knowledgeable, experienced, and always has his client’s best interest at heart. Thomas is up to date with the market trends and will make the transition of buying or selling a home a stress free process for his buyers and sellers. Less

Thomas helped us landing on our first home! :) He was always on top of everything and went above and beyond to make sure we have everything we need. As first home buyers, we had a lot of newbie questions and needed a lot of guidance, but he was very patient and guided us through the rough market with his great expertise, professionalism, and positivity! It's always fun to talk with him, and we always look forward to seeing him! We're so grateful and happy to be his clients :) Less

We were fortunate to have worked with Thomas over the last 2 months selling our condo in PB. His professionalism and work ethic were very clear from day one. Thomas set proper expectations and always over delivered. Within 4 days of listing, we had multiple offers over asking and we just closed. Thomas made this entire process easy. With 20 years experience, you will see why he is a an awesome realtor. We will use his services in the future and so should you. Thanks Thomas! Less

Thomas assisted us with the sale of our home. He exhibited all the qualities one might expect from a quintessential professional. At the on set, he outlined what he was going to do and provided a timeline. Thomas communicated status for each step of the process even while we were out of town for a week. Thomas provided sound guidance and advice. In fact, we have been so delighted we have referred Thomas to a couple of our friends who are considering selling their homes. Well done Thomas! Less

Thomas knows his craft of selling and exceeds at it. He is a consummate professional with a ton of experience to make the laborious and sometimes stressful task of selling a house much easier to deal with. From our first contact with Thomas to interview him all the way through until after the house had closed, Thomas was a great communicator. Beyond that, Thomas is willing to teach his clients about anything they need to know to about selling their house. This was something we truly appreciated because it then became a matter of us making informed decisions rather than just doing what someone else told us to do. The end result was one that we were very happy with: a strong partnership that resulted in a home that sold quickly and smoothly. Less

Thomas helped us through a long difficult process finding a home relocating to North County during COVID. He was excellent in guiding us through a very challenging seller's market through the whole process from initial understanding of the area all the way through the close process. I could not have been happier with his performance and demeanor. We found a great home at great value with Thomas' help! I would highly recommend him! Less

I would highly recommend Thomas Nelson as your realtor for both selling and buying your home. Thomas has helped us with both. Thomas is consistent with high quality service and stays up with the updates and changes of the realty business. Thomas utilizes up to date software and data to get your property max exposure. Thomas is very responsive and knowledgeable and has your best interest in mind. You can’t go wrong working with Thomas! Less

Thomas went above and beyond to help us sell our home. He updated us on what was going on and gave excellent advise. If we needed more information, he was always willing to help us and made sure we understood what was going on step by step. If I could give 10 stars, I would. Thomas you are Awesome! Thank you again!! Less

Thomas made our sale quick and easy! Excellent communications! Kept us at ease during the process. Our sale process was faster than the paperwork could keep up with and we got way over asking price! He had our best interests at heart and we loved his devotion to veterans. We highly recommend him for any sale or property purchase. Less

Thomas is no question one of the best real estate agents in San Diego. I have known Thomas now for over 4 years, and he helped buy AND sell my condo in San Diego. Most recently he helped sell my condo in San Diego for well above asking price. Throughout the entire process he was very knowledgeable and very responsive. He handled the offer process flawlessly, and reaffirmed his many years of experience. Was able to get under contract in one week. All my friends and family looking to buy/sell a house in San Diego I point to Thomas. Highly recommend! Less

We worked with Thomas for a year on finding a home. We were frequently adjusting what we were looking for, and Thomas patiently worked with us, and educated us on different price points, towns, and neighborhoods as we sorted through how to proceed. When things moved quickly, Thomas was extremely responsive. When we needed time to sort things out as a couple, he gave us space. Overall, his knowledge and counsel helped us find a home that we love. I highly recommend Thomas! Less

When it was time to sell our townhome, we decided to go with Thomas. He is very knowledgeable and bring up good points to consider. For example, he advised that you don’t necessarily have to go with the highest offer. You’ll want to accept an offer that is solid, highly likely to close on-time and whose financials look impressive. That’s what we did and we closed on-time with no issues. It’s nice to know someone on your side makes you feel valuable, has your best interest, and always communicates with you along the way. I highly recommend Thomas to represent anyone looking to buy or sell a property. Less

Hands down the best realtor you will ever have. My first process buying something with Thomas but was referred through a trusted friend who swore by him, and as promised he went above and beyond helping us and overcoming every hurdle possible for this closing. Covid-19 has made home buying very cut throat and a much longer process but of course he made what could have easily been very stressful completely smooth And manageable. His expertise in the field is obvious and his tenacity in coming through for his clients is unmatched. Hands down the only person I will ever refer to anyone and the only realtor I will ever trust! I don’t think I could of been any happier with the home he helped us secure. It’s a dream come true! Less

I would highly recommend Thomas without reservation. He is professional and well organized. He is quick to respond to emails and phone messages. Above and beyond his great work as a Realtor, Thomas is personable. I felt like I was represented by a friend who was acting in my best interest. Less

We live in San Francisco and was looking for a home in the San Diego area. Thomas was highly recommended by my sister and we were happy with the decision to go with him. Thomas brings with him experience, knowledge, and he was honest with us from the beginning. While in San Francisco, (due to covid pandemic) we did zoom walkthroughs of homes we were interested in and he provided us with his concerns and we would discuss what could be done with the issues we encountered. He answered all of our questions and provided us with frequent updates which we were happy about. He is courteous and respectful and I felt he had our best interest. If any of my friends or family are looking for a home in the San Diego area I would definitely recommend Thomas without question. Thank you Thomas for helping us find our dream home. Less

I worked with Thomas to buy and sell property in San Diego and both experiences were great. Thomas prioritizes open communication and has a knack for knowing how much info you need and not overloading you. I would recommend Thomas to anyone interested in buying or selling in San Diego as you'll get a true professional that genuinely cares about you! Less

We really enjoyed working with Thomas. He is knowledgeable about real estate all over San Diego, has great negotiation skills, educates his clients and adds extra personal touches to the home-selling process. These include in-person meetings to align on expectations as well as reliable status updates once a property has been put on the market. His friendly demeanor and competent staff make the selling process feel so stress-free. Thomas helped us sell our condo in record time for top market dollar! We highly recommend working with Thomas and will in the future if we have real estate needs again. Less

We found Thomas through Google reviews and it's been one of the best cold calls i've ever done! His knowledge of the UTC area is very thorough, and he is NOT looking to get you the most expensive house for the highest commission! He will straight up tell you if it is a good deal or a bad deal, and told us to walk away from a few houses that were vastly overpriced. Beyond that, once the actual escrow process starts he and his team are VERY fast! On point, constant communication, and regular updates to the process. Made buying the house very smooth for first time buyers like us, it was very much like a walk in the park! Less

I first met Thomas through my sister, I was so impressed by his patience, communication, and professionalism while she was looking for a new home. Several years later, I asked her for his info and to my surprise, he had kept in touch with her! I reached out to him to sell my home. Right off the bat, he provided great advice on the process and seemed to always have my best interests in mind when negotiating. Unfortunately, I was leasing my home at the time I wanted to sell and the tenants would not budge so I had to put the sale on hold. The wait was worth it, almost a year later I reached out to him again and we picked up where we left off. He advised me ahead of time on some the issues that could hinder a smooth sale. I took the advice the heart, made the most of what I could with what I had and when it was time to open the house on the market; he obtained several offers above the asking price. Any issues that arose during escrow, he treated seriously and immediately. We closed in a shorter time than I expected. Have to say that overall, it was an awesome experience! I would recommend Thomas in a heartbeat and am looking forward to working with him again in the future. Less

Update: "This is the third time Thomas J Nelson has been my realtor and each time he has done an outstanding job! Last month he helped me purchase a new home. Thomas is extremely knowledgeable with VA loans and he is all about "taking care of veterans." He is well connected in the San Diego area and will help you with everything related to selling or buying a house. During this last transaction, Thomas went above and beyond to make sure I got my dream home. After so many years having him on my team, he has become more than a realtor and I consider him a close friend. I highly recommend Thomas J Nelson as your realtor whether you are selling or buying a home. " Thomas J. Nelson is a realtor who over time will become a friend and a "go-to" person for anything you might have the need for. I first had the pleasure of working with Thomas in 2011, when I was purchasing my first home in San Diego. These were difficult times to buy a house and he patiently worked with me for over 6 months before I was able to find the right house. However, a week before closing on the house, I almost got my loan disapproved because of a discrepancy on my credit report. Thomas went into action and called my lender (someone in the upper food-chain) and my loan was immediately approved. I will forever be grateful to him for going above and beyond my expectations to make sure I closed on the house. Since 2011, he never stopped staying in contact with me and regularly mailed me how-to articles ranging from how to de-clutter your home to tips for cooking the right meal for the holidays. He switched from being my realtor to a good friend. In 2017, I called Thomas and mentioned to him that I was contemplating selling my house. He came over the house and provided me with a free "unofficial" house inspection. While we discussed the results, he asked if I had considered just renting the house and recommended that I took my time to decide if I really wanted to sell the house. This showed me that he had my best interest at heart and although he was in the business of selling houses, it was clear to me that he was very concerned with making sure I was making the right decision. I decided that it was time to sell and we proceeded by formulating an action plan. Thomas has the ability to use a very sophisticated marketing program and we got several "great offers" in a matter of days. He will explain the market conditions in a way anyone can understand and it gives you a sense that you are part of the selling (or buying) team. We ended up selling the house at above original asking price due to his vast experience, amazing negotiating skills, an also due to the beautiful upgrades I had made to my home. Thomas takes care of every client the same way, but as a veteran, I can tell you that he has a sense of service to those who serve (and served) along with their families. He understands the complexities and burdens involved when a military member has to move from/to a new location or when they leave their loved ones behind and the spouse needs assistance. Make sure to ask him to discuss the military rebate program with you to see if you qualify. I highly recommend my realtor -who I also proudly call my friend- Thomas Nelson as your new realtor. You will not be disappointed. Sincerely, William "Frank" Villanueva US NAVY (RET) Less

Thomas' work ethic and networking abilities are unmatched. He takes the time to understand his customer's needs and keeps them in mind throughout the entire process. Less

Thomas will take the time that you need to work diligently with you. His level of communication is amazing as well. I appreciate that Thomas actually takes the time to answer every single question! Less

Nobody cares how much you know until they know how much you care. Thomas Nelson cares about each and everyone of his clients and is a true professional in the real estate world. Less

Thomas Nelson works tirelessly, and, when you meet with him, he focuses entirely on your needs. He is a true professional. I can recommend him with the greatest confidence. Less

As a real estate professional in Northern California, I can assure anybody looking for real estate in the greater La Jolla area or San Diego County that Thomas Nelson is the man to hire! He is a published author, and host of a real estate pod cast that airs in the southern California communities he serves. When I have a client who's moving to San Diego, Thomas Nelson will be getting my referral. Less