..still waiting to sell our house…
Listing Agents here in the Palm Springs Valley of California are everywhere! How do you know what to look for when you decide to sell your property? It’s not that difficult to put together a “blow your skirt up” listing presenttion. That simply requires time. It’s much more difficult to put together experience, references, and of course trust.
1. Is your Listing Agent hungry? Some Agents have so many listings that they simply cannot focus enough attention on YOUR property! Other Agents with many listings have a staff set up to manage them, but how badly do they want to sell YOUR property?
2. Does your Listing Agent use the Web? Seriously use the web? Paper ads in the newspaper and Real Estate mags are a supplementary advertisement to their exposure on the web. Where is their Website ranking? Where is their brokerage website ranking?
3. How long has your Agent sold homes in your City? There are so many different developments in each City that you wouldn’t expect an Agent to have sold in all of them. But selling in your particular part of the Valley is pretty important.
The onsite offices are not necessarily the best choice for the Agent to sell your home. They can become pretty laid back about marketing..expecting buyers to walk in. You may very well garner more exposure with an Agent that works the entire City because of their internet precense and social media precense.
Times have changed. The Agents with the most listings ACTIVE, may not be as strong as the Agents with the most listings that are Contingent, Pending, and certainly SOLD!
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Palm Springs offers affordable luxury!
Nestled in the picture perfect Coachella Valley, Palm Springs draws visitors from across the globe, from the jetsetters and foodies to athletes, outdoor lovers and those who simply want to relax. The population is still under 50,000, yet it’s a diverse community with lots of international flavor, from its fine dining and cosmopolitan shopping to its upscale downtown, museums and theaters.
While the area has always been a respite for Angelenos, the international community has expanded significantly, creating substantial demand for Palm Springs homes for sale. Known as the “Playground of the Stars,” as evidenced by some of the town’s main drags such as Frank Sinatra Drive and Bob Hope Drive, the population still attracts the wealthy and famous, yet the population has grown considerably more diverse, which has only enhanced the rich culture of Palm Springs. Add in the picturesque San Jacinto mountains for hiking and cycling, and the plethora of other outdoor activities available, and it’s a slam dunk for anyone looking for a sophisticated yet laid back primary home, secondary residence or vacation home.
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La Quinta has golf communities and more!
The La Quinta real estate market has specific appeal to a particular demographic—but it’s not just retirees. With its vast array of golf course homes, gated and non-gated communities to choose from, this luxury market is in high demand. Both sales and inquiries rose this summer and with low interest rates in place, the trend looks like it will continue for this resort area.
If golf course or country club properties are not what you’re looking for, there are still many beautiful neighborhoods in the La Quinta real estate market. In general, the properties tend to have a newer architectural look, giving the resort city a charming yet modern overall feel.
In addition to the city’s spectacular golfing, there are amazing shopping and dining options, as well as a multitude of outdoor activities, including tennis, cycling the Bear Creek Trail or stunning hikes in the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa mountains. It’s easy to understand why La Quinta appeals to residents and visitors of all ages!
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Sailing on the lake at Shadow Lake Estates in North Indio, Calif.
Shadow Lake Estates, a luxury water front community located in the Indio Hills, is literally the only one of it’s kind; A Water Sport & Recreation development in the desert. Located off the I-10 heading East, look for the Jackson St. exit and head North to the hills. The gated entry to Shadow Lake Estates is at the end of Jackson.
This custom home development boasts 45 acres of lake and waterways. Water Sports such as skiing (2 slalom slopes), Wake boarding, paddle boatings, sail boating, motor boating and fishing are all here in this desert oasis.
Homes are large and sit on sites of approx. 28,000 -35,000 sf., with water front locations. Many offer private boat docks and even boat lifts! There is also a community boat ramp, walking paths, and close access to hiking. Truly an outdoor oriented development. Home prices range from approx. 2 million to approx. 3.5 million.
HOA’s are approx. $750/month and include maintenance of the lake, common areas, front entry gates and walking paths.
Shadow Lake Estates entry gate is approximately 5 minutes away from the Landmark Golf Club where you can golf if the notion strikes, 10 minutes from the Bermuda Dunes Airport, 15 minutes from the Thermal horse show and Car Track, and approx. 30 minutes from El Paseo with it’s shopping/dining and art galleries.
If you’re looking for water living in our beautiful desert, look no further!
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