Monday, August 31, 2009
A New Deli?
With all our wonderful restaurants, the east end of the valley has had only one real delicatessen. But opening this week is a New York style deli in La Quinta. It is in the site that was the Beachside Cafe at the corner of 111 and Washington, in the Von's shopping center. Let's hope it is as good as it is billed.
Monday, August 17, 2009
Summer Bargains
Here are some of our favorite restaurants that are having summer specials
The Falls--$30.00 per person
Steakhouse at the Spa Casino--$49.00 for 2 people
Pacifica--Sunset dinners--$19.75
Fleming's --$35.95
Sullivan's Steakhouse--$69.00 for 2 people
LG's Prime Steakhouse--$45.00
Chop House--Palm Desert--Two for $49.00,$59.00,$69.00, $79.00 and $89.00
Ruth's Chris--$39.95 and $49.95
Shame on the Moon--$19.95
Bon Apetite!!!!!
The Falls--$30.00 per person
Steakhouse at the Spa Casino--$49.00 for 2 people
Pacifica--Sunset dinners--$19.75
Fleming's --$35.95
Sullivan's Steakhouse--$69.00 for 2 people
LG's Prime Steakhouse--$45.00
Chop House--Palm Desert--Two for $49.00,$59.00,$69.00, $79.00 and $89.00
Ruth's Chris--$39.95 and $49.95
Shame on the Moon--$19.95
Bon Apetite!!!!!
Wednesday, August 12, 2009
PS
If you really want a bargain, Salton City has some homes selling for around $50,000. Someday that will be a great place to live--maybe for our great grandchildren
"Analysts: Valley market on mend"--Good News and Bad News.
As I was reading this morning's Desert Sun, I started out excited and then realized that much of the upturn in sales is in REO's and Short Sales.
Spots with devastation from foreclosures showed the strongest gains.
The buying spurt has shaved average sales prices on mid-priced and luxury homes, which is why you are seeing the lower priced homes selling here in Sun City Palm Desert, while the higher priced homes are sitting or being reduced sharply.Valleywide the average price has dropped 43% since 2007.
The good news is that inventory has dropped to 6000 from 9400 in 2008.
At my office meeting this morning we were warned that the next wave of foreclosures is soon to hit.
Spots with devastation from foreclosures showed the strongest gains.
The buying spurt has shaved average sales prices on mid-priced and luxury homes, which is why you are seeing the lower priced homes selling here in Sun City Palm Desert, while the higher priced homes are sitting or being reduced sharply.Valleywide the average price has dropped 43% since 2007.
The good news is that inventory has dropped to 6000 from 9400 in 2008.
At my office meeting this morning we were warned that the next wave of foreclosures is soon to hit.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Desert Heat
Clients who are thinking of moving to the desert often ask me how we "weather" the summer heat.
I have lived in Sun City Palm Desert for 12 years and have remained at home for the entire summer, except for several weekend outings to San Diego or Los Angeles. One summer we cruised to Hawaii.
I play golf all summer, albeit early in the morning, there are tennis players on the courts--early in the morning. We do errands--early in the morning. It really does not get really hot until the afternoon. Then it is time to read, play bridge, play Mah Jongg, go to the movies.
Speaking of movies, I say Julia and Julie over the weekend. Don't miss it. Meryl Streep is fabulous!!!
Even when the temps rise in the one-teens, it is usually dry. Only in Aug. and Sept. when we get the Monsoon storms from Mexico, is it the least bit uncomfortable.
Call me if you need more information on the summer weather.
I have lived in Sun City Palm Desert for 12 years and have remained at home for the entire summer, except for several weekend outings to San Diego or Los Angeles. One summer we cruised to Hawaii.
I play golf all summer, albeit early in the morning, there are tennis players on the courts--early in the morning. We do errands--early in the morning. It really does not get really hot until the afternoon. Then it is time to read, play bridge, play Mah Jongg, go to the movies.
Speaking of movies, I say Julia and Julie over the weekend. Don't miss it. Meryl Streep is fabulous!!!
Even when the temps rise in the one-teens, it is usually dry. Only in Aug. and Sept. when we get the Monsoon storms from Mexico, is it the least bit uncomfortable.
Call me if you need more information on the summer weather.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Multi Million Dollar Homes
During the last few days I had the opportunity to preview homes, in the San Diego area, that were from $7,000,000-10,000,000. What a treat! These homes were approximately 10,000sq. ft on huge lots with ocean views. These homes were previewed for a client of my daughter, who is a Realtor in that area.
The best part was the weather--30 degrees cooler than Palm Desert. I can't complain. I have lived in the Desert for 12 years and really don't mind the summer heat. We just do more in the mornings--golf, tennis, walking, shopping. We go from an air conditioned home, to an air conditioned car, to an air conditioned shop, etc.
The best part was the weather--30 degrees cooler than Palm Desert. I can't complain. I have lived in the Desert for 12 years and really don't mind the summer heat. We just do more in the mornings--golf, tennis, walking, shopping. We go from an air conditioned home, to an air conditioned car, to an air conditioned shop, etc.
Exciting News
This morning I attended an all valley Windermere meeting with over 600 agents.
We are all excited about the new marketing tools Windermere is offering us to better serve you. The most exciting new tool is that every listing will automatically be put on over 30 active websites, including all your favorites: Twitter, Facebook, Zillow, Trulia, Craig's List, etc.etc.
There were many other tools that will be available to us in the next few months. I will keep you informed.
We are all excited about the new marketing tools Windermere is offering us to better serve you. The most exciting new tool is that every listing will automatically be put on over 30 active websites, including all your favorites: Twitter, Facebook, Zillow, Trulia, Craig's List, etc.etc.
There were many other tools that will be available to us in the next few months. I will keep you informed.
Sunday, August 2, 2009
Where is Elaine
Sunday, Aug. 2
This morning finds me packing for a short trip to my daughter's home in Carlsbad--yeah--it is cool!!!
Looking forward to spending time with my 3 granddaughters (one 9 yrs, two are 5 year old twins) and her daughter. We are going to La Jolla to take pictures of my daughter's new listing (she is also a Realtor in the Carlsbad/San Diego area.) Also going to look at 8 million dollar properties for a client of my daughter.
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This morning finds me packing for a short trip to my daughter's home in Carlsbad--yeah--it is cool!!!
Looking forward to spending time with my 3 granddaughters (one 9 yrs, two are 5 year old twins) and her daughter. We are going to La Jolla to take pictures of my daughter's new listing (she is also a Realtor in the Carlsbad/San Diego area.) Also going to look at 8 million dollar properties for a client of my daughter.
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Where is Elaine Leib
Saturday morning I was at the Camelot Theater, in Palm Springs, to see a film sponsored by the Desert Film Society.
The movie was "Pressure Cooker" which is about three seniors at Philadelphia's Frankford High School who find an unlikely champion in the kitchen of Wilma Stepheson. A legend in the school system, Mrs. Stephenson's hilariously blunt boot-camp method of teaching Culinary Arts is validated by years of scholarship success. The students compete with other schools for major scholarship money. Against a backdrop of the row homes of working class Philadelphia, she has helped countless students reach the top culinary schools in the country
This true story has won many Film Festival awards.
I, and others in the theater highly recommend this film when it comes to a theater near you.
Later in the day I an open house at 37616 Pine Knoll in Sun City Palm Desert. where I had several people arriving to see the home, even though it was 112 outside. This home is beautiful and well priced .
The rest of the day was spent emailing listings to out of towners buyers paying bills and contactng past clients.
The movie was "Pressure Cooker" which is about three seniors at Philadelphia's Frankford High School who find an unlikely champion in the kitchen of Wilma Stepheson. A legend in the school system, Mrs. Stephenson's hilariously blunt boot-camp method of teaching Culinary Arts is validated by years of scholarship success. The students compete with other schools for major scholarship money. Against a backdrop of the row homes of working class Philadelphia, she has helped countless students reach the top culinary schools in the country
This true story has won many Film Festival awards.
I, and others in the theater highly recommend this film when it comes to a theater near you.
Later in the day I an open house at 37616 Pine Knoll in Sun City Palm Desert. where I had several people arriving to see the home, even though it was 112 outside. This home is beautiful and well priced .
The rest of the day was spent emailing listings to out of towners buyers paying bills and contactng past clients.
New ideas
Early Friday morning I was on the golf course--playing early because of the heat. Then I met the Windermere marketing director to learn all about Twitter and other great marketing tools that Windermere offers.
In the evening, I dined with friends at La Trattoria Bella Luna, in Cathedral City.. This restaurant was new to me and I can certainly recommend it. It is family owned and operated and the owners are very much involved . The food was excellent.
In the evening, I dined with friends at La Trattoria Bella Luna, in Cathedral City.. This restaurant was new to me and I can certainly recommend it. It is family owned and operated and the owners are very much involved . The food was excellent.
New Blog
Hi there,
I am starting a new phase for my blog: Where is Elaine Leib?
For those of you who know me, know how much energy I have, so I thought I would let you and anyone interested, know what I do in the Desert and particularly what is happening in Sun City Palm Desert
I will also continue to bring you real estate news when it is important.
So Where is Elaine on Thursday, July 30?
I am at the fitness center at 7:30 AM to walk on the indoor track --17 times around equals 1 mile. ) Although I prefer to exercise outdoors, it is way too hot at this time of year. We are lucky, here at Sun City Palm Desert to have 3 clubhouses, 2 fitness centers, including the one with the track.
From 1-4 I play Maj Jongg with the Mah Jongg club. Then I deliver papers to Sellers on a new sale.
I am starting a new phase for my blog: Where is Elaine Leib?
For those of you who know me, know how much energy I have, so I thought I would let you and anyone interested, know what I do in the Desert and particularly what is happening in Sun City Palm Desert
I will also continue to bring you real estate news when it is important.
So Where is Elaine on Thursday, July 30?
I am at the fitness center at 7:30 AM to walk on the indoor track --17 times around equals 1 mile. ) Although I prefer to exercise outdoors, it is way too hot at this time of year. We are lucky, here at Sun City Palm Desert to have 3 clubhouses, 2 fitness centers, including the one with the track.
From 1-4 I play Maj Jongg with the Mah Jongg club. Then I deliver papers to Sellers on a new sale.
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