Archive for October, 2011
Friday, October 28th, 2011
David Carden, of Windermere Palm Springs Main 760-902-2297
David Carden, Realtor® at Windermere’s Palm Springs Main office(850 N. Palm Canyon Drive), is passionate about Palm Springs. 40 years after his first visit, he continues to champion the city he loves as a driving force behind Volunteer Palm Springs.
“One of our city’s finest assets is its wonderful people…friends, co-workers, neighbors…striving to keep Palm Springs the vacation and residential treasure it is,” says David. “How Volunteer Palm Springs (VPS) helps is by bringing individuals together with some great volunteer organizations.”
VPS, born in the fall of 2010, already boasts almost 500 members. Founded as a grassroots non-profit, VPS has rolled out three popular programs, each designed to encourage community spirit through volunteerism:
The Window Walk: Art + Design on Palm Canyon program features works of two local artists, Jean Bradley and Terry Masters, displayed in vacant storefronts with vinyl reproductions of their art. Joining with the city of Palm Springs and the buildings’ owners, VPS showcases local artists while attracting potential tenants to future business sites.
Last season VPS held eight Visitor Friendship Receptions for local residents, ‘snowbirds’ and extended-stay visitors. Held at local restaurants, these are an excellent way for social networking and getting better acquainted with Palm Springs. This season, the program will be expanded to fifteen receptions.
“Our most popular VPS program is Shop Local,” says David. “The program is simple – to encourage each of us to think Palm Springs when making those retail purchases, dining out or looking for entertainment. The goal is to enroll at least 200 businesses by December, with over 60 businesses already participating. For additional information, visit the VPS website: www.volunteerpalmsprings.org.
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Clubs and Organizations, Coachella Valley, Community Support, Neighborhood Involvement, Palm Springs, Real Estate, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Thursday, October 27th, 2011
Click on the graphic or visit us at www.DesertOpen.com to see a list of this weekend’s open houses!
To see a complete list of homes for sale, please visit us at www.windermeresocal.com.
Open House Guide, Click to View Our Many Open Houses!
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Coachella Valley, Golf Homes, Historic, Indian Wells, Indio, La Quinta, Open Houses, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Palm Springs Central, Palm Springs South, Rancho Mirage, Real Estate, Sun City Palm Desert, Sun City Shadow Hills, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Tuesday, October 25th, 2011
Craig Sanders, Managing Broker of Windermere SoCal Commercial Division
Windermere Real Estate SoCal is proud to welcome Craig Sanders as Managing Broker of its Southern California Commercial Division headquartered at 11772 Sorrento Valley Road, Suite 120, San Diego.
Craig, with continual involvement in the commercial real estate industry since 1985, brings diverse experience which incorporates leasing, sales, development, space design, and construction management services. He nurtures and enjoys successful relationships with a variety of local, regional and national companies across many industries. Noted for his personalized service, Craig responds to each of his client’s requirements with tailor-made solutions.
“Craig Sanders and Windermere represent an ideal partnership,” says Bob Deville, co-owner, Windermere SoCal. “Our clients demand the kind of service and knowledge Craig is noted for. We’re looking forward to a very successful relationship.”
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Real Estate, San Diego, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate, Windermere SoCal
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Friday, October 21st, 2011
Patrick Stewart Properties Gives Back, Yet Again!
Patrick Jordan and Stewart Smith (Patrick Stewart Properties) of Windermere’s Palm Springs South office bring passion and dedication to each of their clients. They apply that same passion and dedication to a number of very special causes, one of which is the Desert AIDS Project.
Tomorrow, October 22nd, Patrick Jordan and the Patrick Stewart Properties team will be walking for their fourth year in the Palm Springs DAP AIDS Walk. The goal they set for themselves for this year’s event is $10,000, and based on the large number of supporters who have signed on to sponsor them, there’s a pretty good chance they will meet that goal.
“We appreciate your unwavering support in helping the men, women and children who rely on Desert AIDS Project services,” says Patrick. “With over 30 new DAP clients per month, the myth that AIDS is over is just not true. AIDS is not over.”
To sponsor the Patrick Stewart Properties team or to make a donation, click HERE.
This just in: The Patrick Stewart Properties team has SURPASSED their $10,000 goal! They’re at $10,500 and still rising! They’re now the #1 fundraiser team for this year’s AIDS Walk, and they’re not even slowing down! Congratulations on your success, guys, and thanks for all you do. Walk on!
Tags: AIDS, AIDS Walk, Clubs and Organizations, Coachella Valley, Community Support, DAP, Desert AIDS Project, Events, Neighborhood Involvement, Palm Springs, Palm Springs South, Real Estate, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Friday, October 21st, 2011
Click on the graphic or visit us at www.DesertOpen.com to see a list of this weekend’s open houses!
To see a complete list of homes for sale, please visit us at www.windermeresocal.com.
Open House Guide, Click to View Our Many Open Houses!
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Celebrity Homes, Coachella Valley, Golf Homes, Historic, Indian Wells, Indio, La Quinta, Open Houses, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Palm Springs Central, Palm Springs South, Rancho Mirage, Real Estate, Sun City Palm Desert, Sun City Shadow Hills, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Monday, October 17th, 2011
Windermere Hoedown...YEE HAW!
If you’ve worked with a Windermere agent, you already know they are some of the hardest working folks around. But all work and no play…
That’s why once a year, the Bobs throw a two-steppin,’ spur-spinnin’ party to give all those Jacks and Jills a chance to kick up a little dust…and you better believe they know HOW!
Windermere Hoedown, A Day of Fun In The Country
So Sunday, September 25, here’s what went down: Right around 2:00, Windermere folks started pullin’ up to the Garner Valley Community Center. Now let’s back up a bit and tell y’all about this gorgeous place…you point yer ride up Highway 74 past El Paseo in Palm Desert…and you just keep climbin’ until you find yourself in one of the prettiest little valleys in the whole durn range. Log homes, horses, emerald pastures and fields of wildflowers. It’s flat-out paradise on a mountain road, and 20-25 degrees cooler than the desert floor! Anyway, back to the party…About 400 of Windermere’s finest brought their families out, and commenced to chowin’ down (cheeseburgers, hot dogs, potato salad…you know, vittles) and sippin’ on sodas (just enough beer, wine and soft drinks to keep from bein’ parched). Let’s see, what else…a dunk tank for keepin’ the young‘ns cool, a chicken drop to satisfy them bettin’ types…and horse n’ buggy rides, shuffleboard, horseshoe throwin’ and other goin’s on to keep everybody outta trouble. And then the boot-scootin’ started! Well, y’all never heard a better band than The Arrangements, headed up by Patrick Mahon from So-Cal Direct Lending. Talk about crowd-pleasin’ tunes, these boys gave it their all, and played ‘til sunset.
Windermere agents sure do love the chance to spend a little time together and catch up on what’s goin’ on, and I mean to tell you that Hoe-Down was more fun than a rodeo clown on rubber roller skates…Yee HAAAWWWW!
Okay, now, everybody. Back to work.
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Events, Garner Valley, Hoedown, Real Estate, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Friday, October 14th, 2011
Click on the graphic or visit us at www.DesertOpen.com to see a list of this weekend’s open houses! Our inventory is sure to include a special home, just for you.
To see a complete list of homes for sale, please visit us at www.windermeresocal.com.
Open House Guide, Click to View Our Many Open Houses!
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Coachella Valley, Indian Wells, Indio, La Quinta, Open Houses, Palm Desert, Palm Springs, Palm Springs Central, Palm Springs South, Rancho Mirage, Real Estate, Sun City Palm Desert, Sun City Shadow Hills, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Wednesday, October 12th, 2011
- Windermere Southern California Welcomes The Woods-Hitt Team
Windermere Real Estate is proud to welcome Joe Woods and David Hitt and the Woods-Hitt Team to its Palm Springs Main office at 850 N. Palm Canyon Drive.
Joe Woods began his real estate career in Nashville, Tennessee, where he is a third-generation native. With a background including new construction and extensive remodels, Joe is a multi-million dollar producer whose business comes in large part from referrals and repeat clients who clearly appreciate his exceptional service. Experienced across a full range of residential lifestyles from condos to estates, Joe credits his dedicated work ethic for his success. “We offer an array of special services, from first time home buyers to complete, confidential real estate services for clients requiring enhanced privacy,” he says. With Joe’s exceptional business development, marketing, promotional and client relation skills, he makes a positive impact on each transaction. His professional distinctions include ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative), GRI (Graduate, Research Institute), CRS (Certified Residential Specialist), and ePRO, recognizing expertise in today’s web-based industry.
David Hitt, who has parlayed his love of home design and architecture into a lifelong career, brings to Windermere nearly two decades of Southern California real estate experience. Exceptionally well-rounded, David particularly enjoys working with first-time buyers and sellers, move-ups and relocations, and his skills and experience have brought well-deserved success. His professional designations include GRI (Graduate, Realtor Institute), ABR (Accredited Buyer’s Representative), SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist), and ePRO (Certification for Internet Professionalism for Real Estate Professionals). He applies his acute awareness of market conditions, inventory, and sales trends to establish pricing and negotiate the best deal for his clients. What are some of the things they appreciate about him? “My positive energy, my enthusiasm,” he replies. “I’m consistent with my follow-up, and my ability to communicate. It’s important to keep everyone up to speed as the transaction moves forward.”
“We’re thrilled to be joining with this outstanding team,” says Bob Deville, co-owner, Windermere Southern California. “With their emphasis on great customer service, Joe and David are an ideal fit with the Windermere family.”
Tags: Bob Deville and Bob Bennion, Coachella Valley, Palm Springs, Real Estate, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Monday, October 10th, 2011
In case you’ve been following the progress of Jim Hladysh, one of several Windermere agents who worked long and
hard to train for the recent AIDS LifeCycle event, we just wanted to let you know that Jim finished the ride raising over $6,000 for the cause (that’s more than double what he raised the first year he rode in this event!!).
You may remember his challenge that if he received at least 10 on-line donations by his deadline, he’d shave his head…did he do it? YEP. Is he all rested and ready to go again? You betcha.
He looks very proud in that photo…and so do his mom and dad! Congratulations, Jim!
Jim Hladysh of Windermere Palm Springs South Rides for A Cause. Way to Go Jim!
Tags: AIDS, AIDS LifeCycle, Clubs and Organizations, Community Support, Events, Palm Springs, Palm Springs South, Real Estate, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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Monday, October 3rd, 2011
Chris Gorno of Windermere Real Estate SoCal Solana Beach Office 619-788-4345
Windermere Real Estate SoCal congratulates Chris Gorno of the Solano Beach office at 124 Lomas Santa Fe. Chris has been named for the second year in a row to receive San Diego Magazine’s 5-Star Agent Award for San Diego. This recognition brings a special prestige to its recipients, agents who are selected from surveys completed by nearly 22,000 San Diego area respondents recently purchasing homes, as well as 9,000 subscribers of San Diego Magazine; an additional 250 surveys go to mortgage and title companies, often well-positioned to judge a real estate agent’s technical skills and knowledge.
“We’re thrilled that Chris has been twice recognized with this award,” says Bob Deville, co-owner, Windermere SoCal. “She personifies the legendary service and knowledge that characterize Windermere.”
Tags: Awards And Honors, Real Estate, San Diego, San Diego Magazine, San Diego Top Agent, Solana Beach, Solana Beach Real Estate, Top Agent, Windermere, Windermere Real Estate
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