Indian Ridge Country Club , Picture sitting on your patio looking over crisp cut greens.  The sun reflects perfectly over calm, peaceful and serene mountains within site.  And just within reach is a luxurious country club loaded with amenities, championship golf courses and activities galore.  Now imagine having the opportunity to make this picture reality as you need not look any further than the picturesque Indian Ridge Country Club. Often times a country club is known for one particular feature or amenity that exceeds expectations while trumping all surrounding clubs.  At Indian Ridge, you will find a well-balanced menu of features ranging from exquisite decadent homes to golf courses designed by the late and great Arnold Palmer to tennis courts fit for night play. If you are going ... 03/09/2014

 A very Special opportunity to tour three great Properties at Desert Breezes all at once. This Thursday March 6th from 10 am to 1230 pm three different homes will be open for your enjoyment.Desert Breezes is a unique gated community on the edge of Palm Desert just before you enter La Quinta. It is also walking Distance to the amazing Tennis Garden Facility and the Southwest Community Church.What makes Desert Breezes so great is the design.  These are single level homes with redtile roofs. Instead of large yards requiring lots of maintenance you have a very nice yard that is private and walled. Each home is constructed so that one wall of the home forms a privacy wall for the next home. Low maintenance high privacy. Additionally, the homes have all the amenities you want from vaulted cei... 03/03/2014

The amazing quality of Desert life is accented by a splendid choice of homes in Palm Desert. Many types of neighborhoods make up the city. You will be hard pressed to find a category of home that is not represented in this city. Big Horn is a perfect example of the variety of homes in Palm Desert.   In Big Horn multi million dollar custom homes grace 2 championship courses, one designed by Tom Fazio, in breathtaking South Palm Desert. Yet, almost next door to Bighorn you can find beautiful condos for sale starting at $200,000. There are also smaller homes, mid-century modern homes, senior communities (like Sun City Palm Desert), gated communities, non gated communities, golf properties and even horse properties are all types of property available for sale in Palm Desert. See a list of a... 02/03/2014

  What Does California Consider A MANUFACTURED HOME "FOUNDATION"?     In California an engineer's certification alone is not enough to verify a foundation. A recorded "Notice of Installation" aka 433A is the recognized California stamp of approval for a permanent foundation.       Beyond proof of a permanent foundation, the 433A is also a title conversion document verifying that the home and land are conjoined as real property. So how does one acquire a 433?       California has a number of stamped and approved engineered plans that carry the designation "Permanent Foundation" under Health and Safety Statute Title 25, Section 18551, which can be installed by one of our network contractors.       Presenting these plans to the local building department for a permit, having a contractor in... 01/20/2014

Belmonte Estates Homes for Sale The gated community of Belmonte Estates in Palm Desert, California, is most desirable for its  larger lots and proximity to golf, shops and restaurants. The established neighborhood was built between 1993 - 1996 but the majority of homes have been well maintained and updated with  modern features. Homes in Belmonte Estates offer 3 - 5 bedrooms and range from 1970 sq.ft. to 2735 sq.ft. The pool sized lots start around 8276 sq.ft. and go up to almost 17,000 sq.ft. Most homes offer private courtyards, dual doors at the entry, attached casitas and private backyards with pools. Search current homes for sale in Belmonte Estates here. The small community has all single story homes for ideal backyard privacy. The monthly HOA is approximately $120/month and mainta... 01/16/2014

     MANUFACTURED HOME Lawyers & Title Companies Services   Part 7     Frequently manufactured home owners, dealers, manufacturers and lenders have issues that either require an intermediary consultant or a professional to troubleshoot problems created by a home installation, contractor malfeasance, homeowner neglect, or building department and permitting issues.   Or in some states like California, homeowners, lenders, or title companies need assistance with the proper processing of the 433A or an AFFIDAVIT OF AFFIXTURE  document as they are known in other states that may have been mishandled or overlooked in a former transaction.   OnTheLevel offers a full range of consultation services for understructure evaluations for purchasers, realtors and lenders in advance of a home’s sale.   ... 01/09/2014

Christmas in the desert may not have snow, but we sure have a winter wonderland.  Being in the desert is almost magical during the holidays, one can not help but take notice of the many decorations all around.  From Wreaths, to Nutcrackers, Trees and lights are everywhere you look.  The best part is among all the holiday decorations is sunshine, flowers and blue skies. A perfect place to spend your holiday! 12/17/2013

  Last week on Dec 12, 2013 we attended the best Christmas work lunch ever!  First Team Real Estate went all out and provided all of the agents from First Team of the Desert with an amazing lunch at Mama Gina's on El Paseo in Palm Desert.    We enjoyed Cannelloni, chicken, seafood and  Creme Brulee along with wine to compliment our meal. The food and service was amazing but the best part was all of the agents being able to get together and just enjoy each others company and take a few minutes to be grateful for being a part of First Team Real Estate. We did a fun Holiday gift exchange as well as the many items raffled off.  Every agent walked a way with a present and a smile. Thank you First Team Real Estate for once again treating us as family! 12/17/2013

Top 10 Trends for Kitchens in 2014 According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR,) the kitchen is the most chosen home improvement project for new homeowners. The kitchen is the gathering place of the home and it's the room house guests look at the most when visiting. Read below to find the hottest trends for kitchens in 2014. These trends are sure to stay: Chef's Stoves - New homeowners are looking for professional-grade range tops that offer diversified cooking such as a flat griddle or a cook top to accommodate a searing pan or a wok. No need to dine out at fancy restaurants! Double ovens were next on the respondents wish lists.  Eco-friendly features - Eco-friendly appliances and materials are important. This not only includes energy rated appliances but also simple switche... 12/12/2013

Wowee! A great price reduction for a great Palm Desert Condo We've been struggling to sell a condo in Palm Desert, specifically in the Mountain Villas Community. This sale is a short sale, and is a great condo at a great price, but the short sale terms specify that the purchase must be owner-occupied. Realtors in Palm Desert Unfortunately this cuts out many investor buyers, tying our hands for marketing the property to the fullest. But we did receive a reprieve for the condo. The short sale lender just authorized us to drop the price considerably to $139,900! This is a very competitive price! If you're shopping for a condo in the Palm Desert area you should really take a look at the Mountain Villas Condo Community. It's beautiful, with three amazing pool areas, tennis courts and immacul... 12/12/2013

Picture sitting on your patio looking over crisp cut greens.  The sun reflects perfectly over calm, peaceful and serene mountains within site.  And just within reach is a luxurious country club loaded with amenities, championship golf courses and activities galore.  Now imagine having the opportunity to make this picture reality as you need not look any further than the picturesque Indian Ridge. Often times a country club is known for one particular feature or amenity that exceeds expectations while trumping all surrounding clubs.  At Indian Ridge Country Club, you will find a well-balanced menu of features ranging from exquisite decadent homes to golf courses designed by the late and great Arnold Palmer to tennis courts fit for night play. If you are going to look into a new living sit... 11/01/2013

The Desert Dream Team knows that buying or selling a home can be an emotional, stressful and trying time.  That is why we want our clients to understand the value they receive when they list their home with us.  Selling a home in Palm Desert, La Quinta, Indio or Coachella takes more then a sign in the front yard. It takes a good agent that  has a strategic plan in place. A few of the things The Desert Dream Team does to assist our sellers before we ever walk through the front door  that make the process easier are : * Research property public record information for names of parties involved. *Discuss goals of the seller to make sure everyone understands what needs to be done in order to sell at highest price in a preferable time frame. *Review current title information , look for any li... 10/14/2013

The City of Palm Desert, with a population over 50,000, is located in the beautiful Coachella Valley in Southern California. Some of the more unique activities include a golf cart parade in the fall, free outdoor evening concerts and a spectacular fireworks display on July 4th. The sun shines an average of 350 days a year, providing many opportunities to enjoy outdoors activities such as hiking, biking, tennis, golf, or relaxing by the pool. State Highway 74, the “Palms to Pines” Highway, originates in Palm Desert and provides access to the Santa Rosa and San Jacinto mountain areas. The city has three real estate areas: North, South, and East. The East portion has the newest and most gated communities in the city, and breath-taking views of the surrounding mountains. These are a few of ... 10/13/2013

 Are you looking for Palm Desert CA real estate agents and Palm Desert CA REALTORS to sell your Palm Desert home in this tough real estate market? Do you need a Palm Desert Real Estate agent that can maximize your realty sale to ensure the highest possible price for you Palm Desert CA home or property? Do you believe that extensive marketing and advertising of your Palm Desert listing is how to attract the most possible buyers to bid? Do you need a tough negotiator with attention to detail to avoid the many transaction and other real estate sale pitfalls that can arise from a Palm Desert CA real estate transaction? We are Garrigus Real Estate, of Coldwell Banker Kivett Teeters and we have experience with standard sales, short sales, foreclosures, land sales and commercial real estate sa... 09/26/2013

Mark Wasserman 760.397.3270 www.teamwasserman.com   Nice three bedroom home with attached single garage on a cul de sac street. This is a nice residential neighborhood with a combination of single family homes and rental units. Very close to Civic Center and College of the Desert. Do Not Disturb tenants. Call Listing Agent for Rental Information. Both units are now vacant.   This is a Fannie Mae HomePath property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down! This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing and HomePath Renovation financing.   SIMPLY CLICK ON THE PICTURE FOR MORE INFORMATION!     CLICK HERE FOR A COMPLETE LIST OF FORECLOSURES IN PALM DESERT   Mark Wasserman Phone: 760.397.3270 Keller Williams Realty 47-100 Washington Street, Suite 100 La Quinta, CA 92253 BRE... 09/18/2013

Clementine Gourmet brings Sunny Southern France to the Desert!   When you enter Clementine Gourmet & Marketplace you feel as if you have been transported to a charming shop along the French Riviera.  You will fall in love with the scents coming from the kitchen, and the beautiful display of pastries, deli items, gourmet prepared dishes to take home, and the marketplace full of European inspired gifts. It all began with a Patisserie and now it has expanded into a Mediterranean experience!  Clementine now features a deli, cafe for dining, patisserie, and marketplace boutique! You can find a wonderful hostess gift in the boutique.  I love the Provencal linens and napkins! Owners, Jennifer and Christophe Douheret, he is from the south of France, and Jennifer a native Californian, are now op... 09/15/2013

    Making the decision to put your home on the market in Palm Desert  is a big one, do not let anyone tell you different. The Desert Dream Team understands that there is a lot to consider when selling your home.  Whether it is a standard sale or short sale there are important factors to consider and we can help you with the process. The Desert Dream Team also realizes the most important thing  in selling your Palm Desert home is being comfortable with your Realtor.  Having  good communication and feeling comfortable in asking important questions is imperative to a good working relationship. If you feel afraid, hesitant or like you are bothering your Realtor with questions then you know you have the wrong Realtor. The Desert Dream Team understands you have questions, you do not ever nee... 09/09/2013

Welcome to the Estates at Desert Springs!  A private enclave of 33 custom estate homes with access to the many amenities of the JW Marriott Desert Springs Resort & Spa. Right before the entrance to the JW Marriott hotel is the guard gated entrance to the Estates at Desert Springs. Talk about an ideal location.       Not only are the Estates at Desert Springs custom, The Estates at Desert Springs offer full access to the JW Marriott's 2 18-hole golf courses, 20 tennis courts, fitness center, shops, restaurants, & Day Spa.  Live the lavish life you dreamed of and feel like you are always on vacation at The Estates at Desert Springs. For information on buying or selling an estate,  please call The Desert Dream Team:  your onsite realtors located inside the JW Marriot Desert Springs Resort.... 09/09/2013

Palm Desert CA Real Estate represents some of the best over all values in the otherwise pricey California real estate market.  You can still buy a nice family home for under three hundred thousand dollars. Value for the money remains very high when compared to other areas of the state. The benefit of living in Palm Desert is that you have all the "big city" type amenities coupled with any type of housing you might want. From grand luxury country clubs, the the village feel of South Palm Desert to the newer home and condo developments - Palm Desert - more than any other valley city really can offer something for everyone. The proximity to 22 million southern Californians makes it a constant and popular weekend getaway. The warmth of our winters makes it the perfect place to escape the co... 07/17/2013

Tucked behind rich terracotta walls and wraparound desertscape, this Palm Desert courtyard home with guest casita and Pebble Tec pool/spa in the gated community of Palmira offers everything you need to enjoy the vaunted indoor/outdoor lifestyle here in the Palm Springs valley. The south-facing front courtyard features a beautiful Pebble Tec pool, spa and waterfall. A detached guest casita overlooks the pool and a built-in BBQ rounds out the entertaining-ready outdoor space.     Inside the glass French doors you'll find almost 3,000 square feet of living space—with four bedrooms, four baths, two living areas, two fireplaces, spacious wet bar, and office/den. The capacious kitchen boasts granite-tiled counters, black appliances, full backsplash, and huge island with prep sink and ample co... 06/27/2013