Blog Entries

Modernism Week

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0100

Modernism Week is an exciting 11 day celebration of Mid-century modern design, architecture, & culture in Palm Springs, California. This design aesthetic originated in the 1940s, 50s, and 60s, and was typified by clean, simple lines which came to define desert modernism.

Modernism Week is filled with a variety of events including architectural tours, educational events, films, lectu [...]

Tour de Palm Springs

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The first Tour de Palm Springs began in 1998 with just over 300 riders when Tim Esser rode his bicycle solo from Palm Springs, CA to Jacksonville, FL for charity. The tour hosts nearly 8,000 riders of all ages and abilities.

For more information go to www.tourdepalmsprings.com And after the Tour be sure to contact Scott + Jim Homes to schedule your private tour of our fabulous dese [...]

HOW IS THE MARKET – Real Estate Market Update; January 2012

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 +0100

The Coachella Valley continues to outperform the rest of the country with strong real estate sales figures. Foreclosure listings rose nearly 6 percent when compared to 1 year ago. This ended a 7 month trend of double digit declines. This is not a surprise as lenders are finally resolving the paperwork and processing problems from a year ago due to the ro [...]

Humana Challenge Kicks Off with President Bill Clinton; Formerly the Bob Hope PGA Classic

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 00:00:00 +0100

LA QUINTA, Calif. -- President William J. Clinton, the 42nd President of the United States, will play in a foursome that includes Humana Chairman and CEO Mike McCallister, World Golf Hall of Famer, former World No. 1 and two-time British Open champion Greg Norman, and La Quinta resident and three-time PGA TOUR winner Scott McCarron during Saturday's third round of the Humana Challeng [...]

Palm Springs International Film Festival

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The 23rd Annual Palm Springs International Film Festival plays host to a fabulous array of international movies and movie stars. The Festival will feature a stellar line-up of more than 200 films from more than 60 countries, special events and gala receptions. Brad Pitt to receive the Desert Palm Achievement Award for Acting, and George Clooney to receive the Chairman's Award, on Saturday, Janu [...]

Santa Claus’ Gift to You; NOW IS THE TIME TO BUY Real Estate in Palm Springs, California– ...

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Few things beat a day in the park. Add hot art, cool jazz, and flowing wine (and beer) and you have the ingredients for Rancho Mirage Art Affaire (Nov. 12 -13). The Rancho Mirage Parks and Recreation Commission invites you to celebrate a weekend of creativity and community free of charge and embrace the intimacy that separates it from larger art festivals. The “affa [...]

HOW IS THE MARKET – Real Estate Market Update; October 2011

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Sat, 15 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100

I am asked almost daily from buyers and sellers - Scott, “How Is the Market”? My typical response is: Are you looking to buy, sell or invest? The answer to this question is not as simple as most consumers would think. Let’s look at all three of these areas and discuss investment strategies to take advantage of our current desert real estate market.

BUYERS and INVESTORS:

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Real Estate Market Updates By City for the Month of October 2011

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Here is our Desert Area Market Update, by city for October 2011, for the period ending September 30, 2011, for the five major resort cities that Scott + Jim Homes specialize in. Data compiled from Desert Area MLS.

The economic downturn and recurring Sacramento takeaways of local funds have dramatically impacted Palm Springs’ ability to fund critical programs and projects. Over the last decade the State of California has taken millions from Palm Springs in attempts to address the State’s budget problems.

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STROLL THE CITY

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Sometimes a simple walk provides the best way to experience a place. Beginning October 19, 2011, Palm Springs Historical Society (760.323.8297; www.pshistoricalsociety.com) will offer weekly walking tours led by volunteer docents through downtown Palm Springs on Wednesdays and Sundays at 9:45 AM and Thursdays at 4:45 PM. The tour leaves from the McCallum Adobe at 221 S. Palm Canyon Drive and return [...]

Desert Home Inventory Continues to Shrink…

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The current inventory of condos and Single Family Residences (homes) listed for sale in the MLS has shrunk considerably over the last 4 years, according to recent statistics from the Desert Area MLS. Since 2007, the inventory listed for sale has dropped from over 10,000 units down to 5,300 units. In 2007, the Inventory Months (time it would take to sale all u [...]

Real Estate Market Updates for the Month of July 2011 for the following Desert Communities; ...

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 00:00:00 +0100

(For the latest market update videos please click on the title of the corresponding desert communities)

I. Vista Las Palmas, Palm Springs, CA

1. Actives : 13
2. In Escrow : 6
3. Solds : 22
4. Average Sales Price : [...]

Real Estate Market Updates for the Month of June 2011 for the following Desert Communities; ...

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Tue, 28 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0100

(For the latest market update videos please click on the title of the corresponding desert communities)

I. Mira Vista,Mission Hills Country Club, Rancho Mirage, California.

1. Actives : 19
2. In Escrow : 5
3. Solds : 11
4. Average Sales Price : $ 614 K
5. Highest Sold : $ 1.2 M [...]

Palm Springs International ShortFest 2011

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The annual Palm Springs International ShortFest film festival features over 200 short films from around the world, from June 21st – 27th. Hosted at the Camelot Theatres in Palm Springs, includes opening and closing night receptions and award ceremony.

For more information for this exciting event, please visit www.psfilmfest.org And while you are v [...]

Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 00:00:00 +0100

From chef-owned bistros to elegant restaurants to poolside settings, Palm Springs area chefs will showcase their culinary talents to thousands of foodies during the annual Palm Springs Desert Resorts Restaurant Week,

Scheduled for June 3rd – 12th, 2011. Over 30 Palm Springs-based restau [...]

Real Estate Market Updates for the Month of April 2011. ...

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Tue, 24 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

I. Mira Vista,Mission Hills Country Club, Rancho Mirage, California.
1. Actives : 26
2. In Escrow : 4
3. Solds : 7
4. Average Sales Price : $ 638K
5. Highest Sold : $ 829K
6. Average Days On Market : 3 Months
7. Average Price per Square ft. : $ 204

II. Old las Palmas, California
1. Actives: 26
2. In Escrow : 7
3. Solds : 8
4. Average Sales Price : $ 1.1M
5. Highes [...]

Valley Home Sales Rise 7%

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Tue, 10 May 2011 00:00:00 +0100

Local numbers buck national trend for 2nd month in a row.

While the rest of Southern California slumped, home sales rose 7 percent in the Coachella Valley in the first three months of 2011, propelled by a surge in closings in March.Home sales rose 3.2 percent in March in the valley compared to March 2010 [...]

The Final Dazzling Social Event of the Desert Season

info@scottandjimhomes.com — Thu, 28 Apr 2011 00:00:00 +0100

The 18th Annual Evening Under the Stars, featuring the music of the American New Wave band, the B-52s, will be held at the O’Donnell Golf Club, Palm Springs, Calif., on Saturday, May 7th beginning at 6:00 PM. This black tie optional event is one of the most anticipated social events of the desert season and proceeds will benefit AI [...]