About Irene

VOTED AMONG BEST REALTORS BY LA JOLLA LITE READER POLL The Chandler/Shultz Team, consisting of Jim Shultz and Irene Chandler, is a highly respected and successful real estate partnership in the La Jolla and surrounding areas. With over 40 years of experience, they hold the distinction of being the longest-running partnership in the history of San Diego County, according to the La Jolla Real Estate Board. The team's primary focus is on providing exceptional service to both buyers and sellers, assisting them in achieving their real estate goals. Jim and Irene leverage their combined expertise and experience to deliver outstanding results for their clients. They have developed a strong synergy that brings out the best in each other and allows them to provide double the service and expertise to their clients. Jim specializes in handling the technical aspects of the current market conditions, finance, and negotiations. He brings a deep understanding of the market and uses his expertise to guide clients through the complexities of buying or selling a property. Irene, on the other hand, excels in marketing and assists clients with the day-to-day details of the real estate process. Her skills in promoting listings and managing the finer aspects of transactions contribute to the team's overall success. The Chandler/Shultz Team has a proven track record of accomplishment and recognition in their field. They have received awards for their listings and sales volume, demonstrating their commitment to excellence. Both Jim and Irene have been individually honored with the prestigious McNaught-Davis Award, which recognizes personal integrity, community involvement, service to the real estate profession, salesmanship, and cooperation with associates. This award is a testament to their professionalism, ethics, and outstanding performance in helping clients achieve success. The awardee is selected by past recipients based on nominations from members of the Real Estate Board of La Jolla. In addition to their professional achievements, the team is dedicated to continually enhancing their marketing strategies and client dedication. They stay up to date with high-tech tools and approaches while also maintaining a personal touch in their interactions. They believe in giving back to the La Jolla community and actively supporting its betterment. The success of the Chandler/Shultz Team can be attributed to their genuine passion for what they do. Real estate is more than just a job for them—it's a true passion that fuels their dedication and drive to find their clients' dream homes and achieve their real estate goals. IRENE'S CREDENTIALS BS, University of Miami Coldwell Banker Associate Vice President Certified Previews Elite Property Specialist Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Certified Marketing Specialist (CMS) San Diego Board of Realtors La Jolla Brokers' Association National Association of Realtors Women's Council of Realtors Top Producers' Group of La Jolla Assistant Manager, Coldwell Banker 2004 – 2013 Global Luxury Certified JIM'S CREDENTIALS BA University of San Diego JD University of San Diego Post Graduate Studies, UCSD – 1978 Magistrar, PHI DELTA PHI LEGAL FRATERNITY Life Member La Jolla Historical Society Charter Member of Julian Historical Society Member Julian Community Heritage Foundation La Jolla Top Producers Group Post Graduate Studies UCSD 1978 Chairman Top Producers Group 2015 – 2019 Member Volcan Mountain Foundation Member of Mainly Mozart Amadeus Club Associate Vice President, Coldwell Banker Peace Corps - 1966 – 1969 La Jolla Farms HA Treasurer 1995-1997 Real Estate Brokers Association (REBA) 1978 –2022 SDAR 1978 – 2022 National Association of Realtors 1978 – 2022 Certified Marketing Specialist (CMS) Assistant Manager, Coldwell Banker 2004 – 2013 Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) Global Luxury Certified MARKET AREA SPECIALTIES La Jolla, Rancho Santa Fe, Del Mar, Pacific Beach, University City, Leucadia 939 Coast Boulevard - La Jolla's only luxury oceanfront high-rise condominium building La Jolla Farms Area - Exclusive neighborhood with expensive homes on large lots Hillside Drive and Country Club Areas - Exclusive La Jolla neighborhoods with spectacular ocean and country club golf course views, where I have lived for 20 years. Villa La Jolla Condominiums on La Jolla Boulevard - We have been farming this development for over 25 years; One and two bedroom residences near Windn'Sea Beach San Diego Downtown, Point Loma, Balboa Park Areas Julian, Ranch, Land, Mountain Cabins - Our largest sale was over $8,500,000 COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES Mainly Mozart Music Festival Mainly Mozart's Private Club Amadeus of San Diego Scripps Polster Breast Care Center La Jolla Historical Society La Jolla Town Council Florence Riford Adult Center People to People Citizen Ambassador Programs Women's Council of Realtors Pets Are Wonderful Support (PAWS) Athenaeum Music Arts Library Museum of Contemporary Art La Jolla Country Club Club Altura Women of La Jolla La Jolla Villagers San Diego Opera AWARDS International President's Elite (top 4% of all sales associates internationally) San Diego Best 2020 (S.D. Reader's Poll) Certificate of Excellence Awards 2016 to present Presidents Elite Retreat Equity Title Top Team Award International Diamond Society Award 2018 – 2021 REBA McNaught Davis Award For Outstanding Agent (Jim 1994) (Irene 2008) Outstanding Performance Awards Top Partnership Awards Best of La Jolla (La Jolla Reader's Poll)