NOT YOUR NORMAL NEIGHBORHOOD.

Josh Taylor is a San Diego REALTOR® with Compass (DRE #02009229), based in Point Loma, specializing in historic homes and short-term rental investments. An SDAR 40 Under 40 award winner, he has facilitated over $150M in sales and helps owners through the historic designation process. He is co-owner of The Carmine Collection, a portfolio of boutique Airbnb and short-term rental homes across San Diego, and leads the NEIGHBORHOOD team.

Whether you're looking for your dream home or a high-yield investment, we offer tailored solutions that move fast, think smart, and deliver results. We pride ourselves on our dynamic approach, leveraging the latest tools and trends to create a seamless, enjoyable experience for every client.

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Josh Taylor smiling in sunglasses and a dark polo beside a potted cactus.

Meet Josh.

REALTOR®

CA DRE #02009229

With a Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design and Marketing as my foundation, I've applied my education and harnessed my innate drive, strong work ethic, and quick decision-making skills to thrive in the realm of real estate. My journey has been enriched by a supportive network of friends, family, and professional connections, complementing my educational background and extensive industry experience.

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY.

From the very beginning of our journey to find the perfect condo in Oceanside, CA, Josh proved to be an unparalleled asset. His exceptional negotiating skills were evident throughout the process, particularly when he secured us an astounding $18,000 seller credit that far exceeded our expectations. This alone would have been enough to earn our wholehearted recommendation, but Josh's talents didn't stop t...

— Mitch M.

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY.

We found Josh from an open house next door. Our neighbor when moving out, he vouched for Josh. So when our multiple failed attempt of getting an investment property was in halt, we found him. We also had a bad experience with another agent in the recent past, so we had wounds. We cautiously started with Josh. In one sentence, he restored my faith. He got us a property during a very competitive market, in...

— Mursalin H.

WHAT MY CLIENTS SAY.

Cannot say enough about Josh. He is patient and attentive, knows the market, and understands how the process works. As first-time home buyers, we had a ton of questions, most asked more than once and he took the time to help us understand every step. Thank you, Josh!

— Jason B.

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San Diego Vacation Rental Management, Run Like a Boutique Hotel

November 3, 2026

How The Carmine Collection manages a few select San Diego homes, what it costs, and the STRO rules every owner should know

How I Got a Mission Beach Airbnb License by Splitting My Townhome

November 3, 2026

How living upstairs and renting the lock-off downstairs under a home sharing license covered my mortgage

Green Craftsman bungalow with tapered porch columns and a brick base
What It Takes to Get Your San Diego Home Historically Designated

November 3, 2026

The research report, the criteria, the hearing, and what changes after.

The Birdcage speakeasy at Kirra Villa in San Diego, with crystal chandeliers, leather banquettes and blue velvet chairs
I Market Homes the Way I Market My Condé Nast-Featured Airbnb

November 2, 2026

What running The Carmine Collection taught me about selling homes.

Downtown San Diego skyline across San Diego Bay under a clear blue sky
Moving to San Diego for Work or Military Orders? Where to Live, and Why Buying Means Paying Yourself

October 28, 2026

Where to live near each San Diego base and major employer, and how a VA loan turns BAH into equity

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There's Still Time to Buy a San Diego Airbnb in 2026. Here's the Year-End Math.

October 28, 2026

How bonus depreciation, Tier 3 licenses and motivated sellers line up before December 31

Four Mid-Century Modern Homes for Sale in East County & Poway

October 17, 2026

The Modernist Weekend: Four Architect-Designed Homes Worth the Drive

San Diego County neighborhood of homes below a brush-covered hillside
Dropped by Your Insurer in San Diego? The FAIR Plan and DIC Policies Explained

October 17, 2026

What the FAIR Plan covers, what it leaves out, and how a DIC policy fills the gap

Aerial view of a coastal San Diego neighborhood with homes along ocean cliffs
What $1.6M Actually Buys in Point Loma Right Now

October 9, 2026

Real listings, price per square foot by neighborhood, and the tradeoffs buyers face this fall

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