Our Success Stories & Reviews

Lori Philips

It is without a doubt that I would request Jake and his team to assist with any future real estate ventures. They excelled in availability, communication, professionalism. Many Challenges presented along the way and options were discussed… and Jake always kept what was best for the client in the forefront! A very satisfied customer!!

Corrina Di Pirro

gfhvbI worked with Jake to buy my first home ever! He was incredibly helpful and supportive and made the home buying process smooth and straightforward. I highly recommend him! Thank you again, Jake!

Maxi Ramon Zapata

Jake’s professionalism made things go smooth from beginning to end of our home buying transaction. Thank you Jake !

Darcy Rouse

I called and you sold! Thank you Jake for a perfect experience 🙌🙌🙌

Rebecca Alexander

What a great family fun event. We love colab so when we saw this event for veterans and family’s we wanted to attend. Wow were we happily surprised with Santa and the great hospitality

Sheri Grilliot

I had the pleasure of attending Jake Smoke's inaugural Veteran and Contractors Meet-Up, and I can confidently say it was a remarkable experience. As a real estate agent in Carlsbad, Jake is not only a USMC veteran but also a dedicated professional with a deep commitment to helping military homeowners. The event was expertly organized, providing a fantastic platform for veterans and contractors to connect, network, and support one another. Jake's involvement was evident from start to finish; he was hands-on, engaging, and genuinely interested in making meaningful connections between attendees. His follow-up after the event demonstrated his dedication to ensuring that the relationships formed would continue to thrive. Jake's extensive military network and profound local knowledge make him an invaluable asset to anyone in the Carlsbad area, especially military families navigating the real estate market. As the CEO and Team Lead of TEAM SMOKE, Jake lives by the mantra "Where there's SMOKE, there's SOLD," and his commitment to his clients and community is a testament to that. If you're looking for a real estate agent who not only understands the unique needs of military homeowners but is also actively involved in fostering a supportive community, Jake Smoke is your go-to professional. Highly recommended!

Kim McAtee

Jake is an amazing real estate agent and not afraid of a challenge! My family seeked out his help with a difficult real estate situation and he worked tirelessly to find us the answers we needed. He is friendly, knowledgeable, persistent and so hard-working! I would highly recommend him to anybody who has a real estate transaction. My family and I felt comfortable inviting him into my Grandmother's home and confident in his ability to get it sold. Thank you so much for all your hard work Jake!

Paulina Enriquez

Thanks to Jake Smoke, Bought my first home in San Diego! Jake helped every step of the way, especially with our crazy schedules and different time zones. He gave a professional and honest opinion of every home I was interested in and sent him. He provided valuable insight we might not have thought of otherwise. Jake would tirelessly provide pictures, videos and work with the time zones to coordinate zoom calls and showings. Thank you again for your help and expertise in helping me find a house. Go see this man about a house! Update: Jake also helped sell my house! Once again killed it and helped me make the best decisions. Appreciate you!

Kenneth Rhoades

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ We couldn’t have asked for a better experience working with Jake Smoke and Team Smoke on the sale of my in-law’s home. Jake’s professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. His background as a United States Marine Corps veteran shows through in his discipline, work ethic, and commitment to his clients. From the very beginning, Jake and his team provided excellent communication, spot-on advice, and top-notch marketing that quickly brought in strong offers. They truly went above and beyond to ensure we felt supported every step of the way. If you’re looking for a trustworthy, hardworking agent who genuinely cares about his clients, we highly recommend Jake Smoke and Team Smoke!

abby acoba

We can’t thank Jake enough for all his support. He helped my fiance and I every step of the way as we navigated purchasing our first home. His approachable and outgoing demeanor allowed us to feel comfortable and confident asking any and all questions we had. Jake truly goes above and beyond for his clients. Thanks again, Jake! We appreciate you more than you’ll ever know.

Cathleen Contreras

What can I say about Jake that hasn’t already been shared? Well, he’s a life saver. We needed to sell our place quickly. After working with another agent and having our house sit for 6 weeks, we called Jake because he sold another house in our community. You can’t miss his signs and his truck (great marketing!) After strategizing on how we can get traffic in the door and offers coming in, we listed. To our surprise (but not really shocked) we had an offer in 5 days and closed escrow only 3 weeks later! Jake was very responsive and answered all of our (many) questions. He was an absolute pleasure to work with and we are looking forward to partnering on our next purchase!

Chris and Jessica Mount

Working with Jake Smoke and his team was an absolute dream from start to finish. Thanks to his prior military service, Jake truly understands the challenges military families face and knows how to make the process smooth, fast, and as stress-free as possible. Jake’s professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail were unmatched. He stands out as someone with more than a high standard of service and experience but also someone with respectable morals and sense of integrity. He walked us through every step, kept us informed throughout, and always made us feel like a priority. He was beyond patient and great as easing any and every worry that we had along the way. Thanks to his hard work and expert guidance, our home sold quickly and for a price we were thrilled with. We can’t recommend Jake Smoke and his team highly enough, especially to fellow military families looking for someone who gets it and will go above and beyond no matter the time zone you might be in during the process. Whether you are buying or selling Jake Smoke and his team are THE experts you want by your side.

Brian Moran

Jake and his team are top notch professionals. They got my house listed, into contract, and sold in less than a month. He is knowledgable and will work with you to find the sales strategy that fits your needs. Even though he has multiple clients we never felt that we were competing for his time. I would highly recommend Hake and his team for any realty needs.

lovesandb

Super smooth and fun. Jake always available for all are questions and needs. Helped us find and buy the perfect home.

Cole Nichols

Jake is the embodiment of full service realtor. He was able to take our dream house ideas and translate them into reality. He guided us through every step of the way from recommending a finance company, to closing day, Jake was there day or night. A total professional with a dogged dedication to his clients, he provides a personal touch to the mayhem of a home purchase. Look no further if you want a top performer who understands how to get you what you want and always goes the extra mile. **UPDATE 1 April 2022** Second time we have worked with Jake. This time to sell and we had the same experience as before. Jake took the extra time to explain the process from the seller side and went above and beyond with us. We are moving out of the country and had a lot of tight timelines and pressure, Jake made the process as smooth as possible and personally oversaw each step. Do yourself a favor and Call Jake Smoke for your real estate needs. Its the easy, smart, trustworthy button. Thanks Jake! **Update 2 April 2025** Do you want to know if you are good? When people keep coming back to you! This THE THIRD TIME we have worked with Jake and I wouldn't have it any other way. He helped us find, tour, negotiate, and purchase a beautiful house-all virtually! We are living overseas with a 9 hour difference and Jake took countless photos, videos, FaceTime calls and was able to seamlessly assist with brokers, escrow, insurance inspectors, VA and more to make this purchase as low stress as possible. His integrity, honesty, and communication is what got us this house. Look no further if you are looking for a 5-star realtor in your corner. Thanks again, Jake!

Kendra Cruz

Selling a home can be stressful, but working with Jake and his team made it so much easier. Communication was always straightforward—clear, timely, and honest—and he was consistently on top of everything from start to finish. I really appreciated how proactive he was throughout the entire process. Thanks to his hard work and strategic approach, our home sold quickly. His professionalism, market knowledge, and dedication made all the difference. Highly recommend if you're looking for a reliable, responsive, and results-driven agent! Thanks Jake for everything!

Karen Kahn

We were referred to Jake to sell our home through a family friend. From the initial video introduction to the discussion about the marketplace and how best to market our home, Jake exuded professionalism not found in any other agents I have worked with or interviewed with over my many years of buying and selling my homes. Jake was always available to ease my anxieties or to work through issues. We received 3 offers over a 24 hour period and Jake made sure that the offer we accepted was the best one to meet my family’s needs. I would highly recommend Jake to anyone. His modern approach and use of technology was on target and helped make the process very smooth. Thank you, from all of us!

Evan Kotchevar

We were referred to Jake through a mutual friend, and what a breath of fresh air he was! We had been struggling with another agent previously, and were able to win a house right after making the switch. Jake was a tactful negotiator, which was huge in a very competitive marketplace. He carries a wealth of knowledge which was invaluable as first time homebuyers. We never felt pressured throughout the process, and were guided along at every step. Would highly recommend Jake to anyone thinking of buying or selling a home. He genuinely cares and no one will work harder with your interests in mind.

Jason Moat

I have worked with Jake Smoke on several transactions over the years. He is always great to work. He always takes great care of his clients.

Maricela Pena

"I cannot express how grateful I am for the exceptional service we received from Jake and his team during our home buying experience. From the very beginning, they were attentive to my needs and provided invaluable guidance throughout the entire process. Their expertise in the real estate market made it easy for me to navigate potential challenges, and their communication was always clear and prompt. What stood out the most was their commitment to ensuring we felt confident in our decisions. They took the time to answer all of our questions and went above and beyond to find homes that matched our criteria. I truly felt like they had my best interests at heart. Thanks to their hard work and dedication, I am now a proud homeowner. I highly recommend Jake and his team to anyone looking to buy or sell a property. They are not just real estate professionals; they are partners in your journey!"
Jake Smoke
Jake Smoke

Team Lead | USMC Veteran | Realtor | Investor License ID: 02044023

+1(760) 429-5533 | jake@teamsmoke.us

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