la quinta real estate: Perspective on Palm Springs & La Quinta's Real Estate Market
- 12/06/10 10:52 AM
Greg Berkemer • Special to The Desert Sun • December 6, 2010 This is a good article by Greg Berkemer, Executive Vice President of the California Desert Association of Realtors. Greg offers sensible advice on buying real estate in the Palm Springs and La Quinta area and puts the current real estate market into perspective. The housing market in Palm Springs will recover, but prices won't. At least not right now. If housing prices take off again in an unchecked upward push then the boom and bust cycle starts all over. A healthy sustainable recovery occurs when housing values improve steadily over time, … (2 comments)
la quinta real estate: City of La Quinta Demographics
- 11/12/10 09:44 AM
La Quinta Demographics: Population as of January 1, 2010 - 44,421 (88% growth rate since 2000) Seasonal population in 2009 - 17,645 (53% growth rate since 2000). Seasonal residents may spend fall, winter and spring in La Quinta and are in addition to the permanent population. Population projections for 2015 - 51,000; 2020 - 55,000; 2025 - 58,100 Median age - 36.4 Median household income - $76,227 Total number of households - 15,293 Total number of housing units - 21,490 (90% or 19,309 are single family dwellings) Median new and resale home price - $340,000 Retail taxable sales in 2008 - $644,113 million Total taxable sales in 2008 - $731,831 … (3 comments)
la quinta real estate: La Quinta Real Estate Market - A Ray of Sunshine?
- 11/10/10 06:19 AM
La Quinta Real Estate Market - A Ray of Sunshine? The La Quinta real estate market, likewise across the country, has certainly experienced its fair share of difficulty. It doesn't matter if you are a buyer, seller, investor, landlord, or tenant. Everyone has been affected by the distressed real estate market of short sales and foreclosures in La Quinta. On top of short sales and foreclosures, lending is very restricted and for people without a W2, good luck getting a loan. But here's a twist to consider and it might just bring a ray of sunshine. Real estate is a market with cycles … (6 comments)
la quinta real estate: Starlight Dunes Priced Reduced $20,000! La Quinta Pool Home With 3 Car Garage
- 10/21/10 10:37 AM
Starlight Dunes Priced Reduced $20,000! La Quinta Pool Home With 3 Car Garage. Spectacular pool home located in Starlight Dunes community in North La Quinta - 78865 Morning Star, La Quinta, CA. Sorry this home is no longer available. Please click the link below to search current homes for sale in Starlight Dunes. Search Homes for sale in Starlight Dunes
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la quinta real estate: Bermuda Dunes Country Club Community Profile
- 10/15/10 08:35 AM
Bermuda Dunes Country Club Community Profile Bermuda Dunes Country Club is the "Crown Jewel" of country clubs in the Coachella Valley. Beyond the recently remodeled gated entry of Bermuda Dunes Country Club, you enter a city of its own. Unique as the desert, Bermuda Dunes Country Club is inviting to all means of lifestyles ranging from large lots with custom homes to distinct condos and lavish timeshares. A select number of lots also remain available for purchase. From million dollar homes to tranquil villas, Bermuda Dunes Country Club has something for everyone. Search Bermuda Dunes Country Club Homes for sale Search Bermuda Dunes … (5 comments)
la quinta real estate: La Quinta Foreclosure Pool Home SOLD!! - Listed 9 Days
- 10/11/10 08:14 AM
Just Sold! La Quinta Foreclosure Home with Pool!! La Quinta Pool Home Under $200,000! Listed 9 Days! Contact me to find your La Quinta bargain today! La Quinta Foreclosure Just SOLD! Newer home with 3 car garage, open floor plan, pool and spa, and mountain views sold for less than $200,000 in La Quinta! Search La Quinta NeighborhoodsYour single stop for finding a home in La Quinta. Here you can search every available home for sale in La Quinta. As of today there are many homes and properties for sale that are available to search. The number of homes changes daily, so be sure … (4 comments)
la quinta real estate: Duna La Quinta - Million Dollar Views For Half Price
- 10/03/10 03:32 PM
Duna La Quinta - Million Dollar Views For Half Price Duna La Quintais a small neighborhood of single family homes and condos encircling the La Quinta Resort's Dunes Golf Course. An exceptional yet affordable golf community in La Quinta, Duna La Quinta has gated entry and four neighborhood pools for residents to indulge in - Homes for Sale What makes Duna La Quinta unique besides its breathtaking million dollar views for half the price? Duna La Quinta is one of a few select neighborhoods associated with the world renowned La Quinta Resort allowing Duna La Quinta homeowners the option to join the … (1 comments)
la quinta real estate: Codorniz At La Quinta
- 09/24/10 08:01 AM
Codorniz at La Quinta is a newer gated community in La Quinta, CA, with low maintenance homes, first-class amenities, and low homeowners association fees! Codorniz's patio style homes offer a prime location in the heart of La Quinta - Homes for Sale Codorniz is walking distance to the new Silver Rock Golf Course, which offers La Quinta homeowners preferred rates on golf, minutes to Old Town La Quinta for fabulous dining selections and happy hours, and just 10 minutes to Palm Desert.
Codorniz homeowners enjoy a resort lifestyle with a gathering area offering a pool and spa, BBQ area, outdoor fireplace … (1 comments)
la quinta real estate: Mountain View Country Club, La Quinta, CA
- 09/21/10 10:56 AM
Mountain View Country Club, La Quinta, CA One of La Quinta's newest country clubs, Mountain View Country Club, offers residents a premier address with world-class amenities - Homes for Sale The Arnold Palmer signature golf course at Mountain View Country Club is an 18-hole championship golf course with practice facilities, multiple tees for all levels of play, PGA staff, and chipping and putting greens. Arnold Palmer says, "The golf course at Mountain View Country Club captures the natural essence of the local terrain and the tremendous history of the Coachella Valley." Mountain View Country Club has a limited number of equity … (1 comments)
la quinta real estate: Andalusia At Coral Mountain, La Quinta, CA
- 09/19/10 07:08 AM
Andalusia at Coral Mountain, La Quinta, CA One of La Quinta's finest developments, Andalusia at Coral Mountain offers luxury golf course homes and exquisite Santa Rosa mountain views like no others in South La Quinta. Search Homes for Sale in Andalusia. From the entrance of Andalusia, a series of arches with a Mediterranean style, to the world-class amenities of the pool and spa, racquet club, and restaurant, Andalusia guides homeowners to a new world of tranquility all inspired by the distinctive architecture and lifestyle of Spain's Andalusia region.
Andalusia offers 18 combinations of floor plans ranging from 2750 square … (1 comments)
la quinta real estate: Surge Of La Quinta Home Repossessions To Come?
- 07/21/10 07:39 AM
Is La Quinta on track to see a surge in home repossessions this year? RealtyTrac, Inc., a foreclosure listing service has said nearly 528,000 homes were taken over by lenders in the first six months of 2010, a rate they say is on track to surpass the more than 900,000 home repossessed in 2009.
RealtyTrac also predicts more than 1 million American households are likely to lose their homes to foreclosures this year, as lenders work their way through a huge backlog of borrowers who have fallen behind on their loans. By comparison, lenders have historically taken over about 100,000 … (2 comments)
la quinta real estate: From Short Sales to Foreclosures - Appraising La Quinta's Real Estate Market
- 05/05/10 05:52 AM
From Short Sales to Foreclosures - Appraising La Quinta's Real Estate Market From short sales to foreclosures, long waiting periods to multiple offers, what do you know about La Quinta's real estate market? Has La Quinta's real estate market hit bottom? Has La Quinta's property values increased? Is it still a buyers market in La Quinta?
In La Quinta's ever changing and challenging real estate market, these are all great questions. But do you know the right answers? It certainly takes a story to answer all of these questions but luckily there was a great roundtable discussion recently here in … (1 comments)
This week I had an agent call to inquire about showing one of my listings. I told her to go direct and she asked where the location of the lock box would be. After telling her it is on the water pipe located on the back patio she asked, "Will I have to walk in the grass?" With a brief pause, I explained that yes she might have to walk in the grass. She further inquired if the grass would be wet. I told her I suppose there was a chance the grass might be wet. She quickly stated that it was a poor … (10 comments)
la quinta real estate: Financing Available For Canadians Buying Real Estate in Palm Springs
- 01/11/10 06:10 AM
Financing Available For Canadians Buying Real Estate in Palm Springs I have a lot of Canadian buyers stealing deals in La Quinta and Palm Springs, CA. Now I also have a local lender who can help Canadian buyers looking to finance as a second home in Palm Springs. The criteria for Canadian financing in the Palm Springs area includes: · 30% down second home only · 6 months prepayment penalty · 6 months of payments on deposit with the bank · 6.50% fixed 25-year amortization/5 year balloon · Loan Amounts $150M-$800M · Canadian Loans typically close in 45 days or … (1 comments)
la quinta real estate: The Unplanned Day of A Realtor
- 12/16/09 03:52 PM
A lot of people have asked me, "What do you really do everyday as a Realtor?!" It came to mind that most people outside of the industry (why would they?) and maybe even a few people in the industry don't know what a typical day consists of for a busy Realtor. We Realtors on the other hand know that any day can be unpredictable and our lives really do need to allow flexibility. Let me share with you my day as I planned it and then how it went nothing as planned. Planned Schedule: Check email & respond to all emails requiring attention. Respond … (9 comments)
The article discusses the pros and cons from a buyer's perspective of buying a foreclosed property and accurately describes what to expect if you do write an offer. It also talks about the short sale process and what to anticipate here. If you are a buyer in La Quinta considering the purchase of either a short sale or bank owned property, read this article as your initial research. Read the full article here. For further information … (7 comments)
la quinta real estate: My First Success Story
- 12/04/09 10:21 AM
It is official! I have my first success story from blogging on ActiveRain - thank you! I knew the time would come and it was well worth the effort. My new client, who lives in Florida but owns property in California found me via ActiveRain after researching online. Following a few emails back and forth and a phone call, I now have a new golf course listing in La Quinta. What else is there to say other than I need a buyer for my new listing! Once again, I turn to ActiveRain and all the amazing agents on here for help. This lovely … (7 comments)
la quinta real estate: What Took So Long? New Short Sale Guidelines
- 12/03/09 09:08 AM
By now the majority of you have heard about the U.S. Treasury setting new guidelines to help the painful short sale experience. My question to the Treasury is, "What took so long?" Short sales have certainly gained a reputation and not necessarily a good one from agents, sellers, and buyers. The one thing everyone does seem to agree on is that short sales are frustrating. Lets hope some of this guidance will help alleviate the pain. The Treasury's guidelines give financial incentives to servicers, provides borrowers with $1500 in relocation expenses, and fully releases the borrower of the debt. The guidelines also state that bank's must approve or disapprove … (4 comments)
la quinta real estate: BofA Implements Equator (REOTrans) Platform, as Short Sales Gain Ground
- 11/08/09 04:56 AM
I came across the article below and started wondering how many other agents have been fortunate enough to try the REOTrans platform with a short sale? Have you had a Bank of America short sale file assigned to the REOTrans web site? Has it been helpful and made the short sale process go smoother? I have been privileged enough to have one of my Bank of America short sale file's assigned to the REOTrans Platform and at first glimpse was ecstatic and hopeful that it may actually help speed up the process of the short sale and help eliminate the "missing documents" syndrome. However, my experience hasn't been one to … (30 comments)
Greg Berkemer • Special to The Desert Sun • December 6, 2010
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