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It's that time again! Take a look at our latest Desert Housing Report (click here). With inventory still low, it's a great time to get an amazing return on your investment. This month on pg 6 of the report, the board has added average square-footage in each city as well, which I think is helpful in evaluating the information. On December 1 st the “months of sales” for the entire Valley was .7 months, which is down and approaching the lows registered in mid-summer. A year ago, the ratio was 2.1 months. If you'd like me to explain this more in-depth, give me a call and I'm happy to explain further. I also am very proud to announce the launch of my new website! It was a true labor of love... let me know what you think! |
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How Working From Home is Changing the Suburbs as We Know Them In the spring of 2020, many of the typical draws to cities — plays, nightclubs, restaurants — shut down. Space took on a premium, as small apartments close to others felt particularly claustrophobic. All of a sudden, a big home in the suburbs for the same monthly price as a tiny apartment in the city got a whole lot more attractive. More companies than ever are allowing employees to work from home, and studies say that between 13 and 45 percent of the workforce is now remote some or all of the time. As a result, a new rush to the suburbs is well underway. The number of net new households that moved to the suburbs grew 43 percent last year, according to data from the Wall Street Journal, compared to 2019. |
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Greater Palm Springs Holiday Gift Guide 2021 It’s beginning to look and feel a lot like Christmas in Greater Palm Springs! Here are some fun ideas for gifts and stocking stuffers for everyone on your list. From unique finds to chic presents and more, this 2021 holiday gift guide is full of local shopping resources for the festive season. |
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Greet the New Year in Greater Palm Springs It's that time again when our nine cities celebrate a new beginning. Greater Palm Springs has no shortage of ways to greet the new year. Ring in 2022 these with fun outdoor activities, delicious dining, and more. |
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Restaurants with Amazing Views in Greater Palm Springs What could be better than dining with a breathtaking view? Or the sweeping vista of a lush golf course and majestic mountains at sunset? How about from a bird’s eye perch overlooking a bustling, festive street? Discover the many options for dining with a spectacular view in Greater Palm Springs. Check out these few favorites. |
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WildLights | The Living Desert Recognized in the Top 5 Best Zoo Lights by USA Today, WildLights guests will encounter a herd of life-size, luminescent animal lanterns, explore newly added pathways and stroll through the popular tunnel of lights flashing to holiday music. Delicious food and beverages will also be available for purchase. Advanced reservations are required. Book here. |
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Millennials and Homebuying: Real Estate Adapts to Largest Generation According to the American Community and American Housing surveys, there are 66 million millennials in the U.S., and they now represent 37 percent of the total national homebuying market. Millennials approach homebuying differently than older generations. It’s not just an obsession with Zillow browsing, but also different preferences for what they want in a home and more comfort in relying more heavily on digital processes from walkthroughs to closings, so the landscape is shifting to accommodate their needs and desires.
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Try These Alcohol-Free Spirits This Holiday Season Fueled by consumers' interest to drink less alcohol or cut it out entirely, many brands have come out with alcohol-free spirits that look and taste just like the real deal. These zero-proof creations can be used to whip up mocktails, in conjunction with alcohol in order to cut back on a drink's ABV, or, in many cases, enjoyed entirely on their own. |
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Designers Share the Interior Design Trends They're Most Excited About for 2022 2021 has looked a bit more similar to 2020 than we hoped, but that has meant we've continued to lean into our homes for creative inspiration this year. While we are crossing our fingers for more cocktail parties and jet-setting come 2022, appreciation for our homes as sanctuaries is here to stay. |
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The Best Holiday Destinations for 2022 As the green shoots of travel turn to tall, towering oaks, 2022 is a chance for us to reconnect to the best holiday destinations in a deeper, more authentic way. We’ll be reminded often of why we travel; those sparks of curiosity and adventure will be fanned to roaring flames, and as travel steadily finds its way back into our lives, we’ll appreciate every moment that comes with it! |
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