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Sunday, April 06, 2008
TEN GOOD REASONS TO USE A BUYER'S AGENT SUCH AS MYSELF
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1)
You will incur NO OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS in return for client-level, buyer-agent services.
2)
You will SPEND NO MORE than you choose: you will be encouraged to SPEND LESS than you are able to.
3)
You will be discouraged from buying incorrectly or paying too much. YOU WON'T BE SOLD ANYTHING.
4)
You will have EXCLUSIVE, DETAILED INFORMATION about all the homes (and areas) you consider.
5)
You will be exposed to ALL YOUR OPTIONS - listed or FSBO - not steered to (or away from) choices.
6)
You will be served by someone CAPABLE OF MAKING GOOD ON GOOD INTENTIONS.
7)
You will be served by a handpicked SUPPORT TEAM of inspectors/vendors – not just handed a list of names.
8)
You will know that you purchased the BEST HOME for you on the BEST TERMS at the BEST PRICE.
9)
A BUYER'S AGENT'S duties to you can never conflict with duties to a seller. Should a conflict arise, you will be given the option of working with another non-affiliated agent.
10)
YOUR INTERESTS will be placed above all others, including the agent's. This is how Professional Buyer’s Agents operate!
You will incur NO OUT-OF-POCKET COSTS in return for client-level, buyer-agent services.
2)
You will SPEND NO MORE than you choose: you will be encouraged to SPEND LESS than you are able to.
3)
You will be discouraged from buying incorrectly or paying too much. YOU WON'T BE SOLD ANYTHING.
4)
You will have EXCLUSIVE, DETAILED INFORMATION about all the homes (and areas) you consider.
5)
You will be exposed to ALL YOUR OPTIONS - listed or FSBO - not steered to (or away from) choices.
6)
You will be served by someone CAPABLE OF MAKING GOOD ON GOOD INTENTIONS.
7)
You will be served by a handpicked SUPPORT TEAM of inspectors/vendors – not just handed a list of names.
8)
You will know that you purchased the BEST HOME for you on the BEST TERMS at the BEST PRICE.
9)
A BUYER'S AGENT'S duties to you can never conflict with duties to a seller. Should a conflict arise, you will be given the option of working with another non-affiliated agent.
10)
YOUR INTERESTS will be placed above all others, including the agent's. This is how Professional Buyer’s Agents operate!
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What to Do if Your Home Isn't Selling...
From rethinking your color scheme to holding open houses on weeknights, here are 10 tips for sparking interest in your home.
Whether you're in a bone-dry market or a sizzling selling season, if you haven't received any offers on your home you're probably facing the question of whether to take it off the market. A house that goes too long without selling begins to appear "stale" and can actually damage your future chances of a sale.
How long is too long? It's not an exact science, but there are some helpful indicators. In a dry market, a sales period of six months to one year isn't unusual. Look at recent sales reports of similar homes nearby to determine a reasonable selling interval. In a hot seller's market, a house that hasn't sold within one month indicates a problem. In either case, there are several steps you can take before putting up the white flag.
10 tips to improve your selling karma
1. Videotape your house, inside and out, and watch the tape as if you were a prospective buyer. Is the lawn weedy or the garden bare? Is your home uncluttered and spotlessly scrubbed? Sparkling-clean houses sell faster than those that look too lived-in or show an abundance of the owner's personality.
2. Take a second look at your listing price. Visit open houses in your neighborhood. Are similar homes priced lower? Selling prices may have dropped since your first comparative market analysis. In a hot market, if you haven't sold your home within one month, chances are good that you've overpriced it. If you do lower your asking price, consider a figure slightly below those of other comparable homes if you are interested in a speedy sale.
3. Do whatever it takes to be away from your home during showings and open houses. The presence of sellers makes it difficult for prospective buyers to take their time or talk openly with their partner and agent. Leave some treats out to make potential buyers more comfortable: beverages, nuts, cookies -- anything that won't lose freshness or be too messy.
4. Ask your listing agent to talk to buyer agents in his or her firm who have shown your home. The feedback from their clients can guide you in making home repairs, toning down your decor, making landscaping improvements and the like.
5. Hold an open house on a weeknight. Competition is lower, and you'll attract the interest of buyers who can't make weekend appointments because of other commitments.
6. Take out some extra online ads or print ads, even if your agent is doing a good job with promotions. Look for out-of-the-ordinary places to advertise, such as trade magazines, company newsletters and other alternative resources. You can even offer perks to buyers, such as a cash bonus or a season ski pass.
7. Neutralize your color scheme. Most buyers prefer pale, neutral colors that make it easier to imagine a new home as their own. Houses with white exteriors are the highest sellers; for interiors, try whites, off-whites or pale grays.
8.If you've had offers but you considered them too "lowball," try readjusting your sights.
Determine the lowest price you find acceptable, and consider anything more as icing on the cake. In a longstanding dry market you may even have to sell at a loss, so it's important to take every offer seriously. You don't want to alienate a potential buyer who has solid financing because you've set your sights unrealistically high.
Is your listing agent giving your house adequate attention? If not, start by having a candid talk. If there's no change, discuss the problem with the firm's broker. As a last resort, wait until your listing agreement expires and find an agent with a proven track record in your area. On the other hand, if you have a fabulous agent but the market is underwater, consider offering an increased commission or a bonus for your listing agent as extra incentive.
If you do sweeten the pot for your agent, amend your listing contract to reflect the change, and be sure it's added to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) book -- buyer agents will also be inspired to give your house extra attention.
8. Relist your house to give it a kick-start. When it was listed on the MLS, it was assigned a number reflecting the date and year of the listing. By now it may appear outdated to buyer agents; relisting will provide you with a new number. Check into the policies of your local MLS: You may need to make a change to qualify for relisting, such as temporarily taking your home off the market, adjusting its price or changing listing agents or firms.
Taking your house off the market. If you've tried the tips above, you're confident that your asking price is competitive, you have an ace agent and you're still not getting any action, it's probably time to take your house off the market. Here are some ways to make the most of it:
Choose your selling season.
If you can afford to do so, relist during a more dependable selling season. After warming up in late winter, the market typically starts to peak from the ides of April (yep, tax season makes a difference) until June, when longer days and splashes of garden color make homes look their best. In summer, the market slows to a crawl, followed by a second peak from September to Thanksgiving. From then until January, the market tends to be as cold as a Midwestern winter, but it can also be advantageous to list while the competition is sleeping.
Research the trends in your area: If you live near a winter resort, for example, winter may be the savviest time to sell.
9. If you're a senior, consider a reverse mortgage. Designed to help seniors who have more home equity than they do cash, a reverse mortgage is a loan against your home. The money is disbursed as either a single payment or a monthly sum, and the loan comes due (with interest, of course) only when the house is sold or upon the death of the owner.
Rent out your home until the market bounces back.
10. If you must leave your home because of a job transfer or other extenuating circumstance, renting is an excellent option as you wait for the market to regain some heat. If you don't have the time or the talent it takes to be a good landlord, contact a reputable company that specializes in screening applicants and managing properties.
By Sally Anderson
Whether you're in a bone-dry market or a sizzling selling season, if you haven't received any offers on your home you're probably facing the question of whether to take it off the market. A house that goes too long without selling begins to appear "stale" and can actually damage your future chances of a sale.
How long is too long? It's not an exact science, but there are some helpful indicators. In a dry market, a sales period of six months to one year isn't unusual. Look at recent sales reports of similar homes nearby to determine a reasonable selling interval. In a hot seller's market, a house that hasn't sold within one month indicates a problem. In either case, there are several steps you can take before putting up the white flag.
10 tips to improve your selling karma
1. Videotape your house, inside and out, and watch the tape as if you were a prospective buyer. Is the lawn weedy or the garden bare? Is your home uncluttered and spotlessly scrubbed? Sparkling-clean houses sell faster than those that look too lived-in or show an abundance of the owner's personality.
2. Take a second look at your listing price. Visit open houses in your neighborhood. Are similar homes priced lower? Selling prices may have dropped since your first comparative market analysis. In a hot market, if you haven't sold your home within one month, chances are good that you've overpriced it. If you do lower your asking price, consider a figure slightly below those of other comparable homes if you are interested in a speedy sale.
3. Do whatever it takes to be away from your home during showings and open houses. The presence of sellers makes it difficult for prospective buyers to take their time or talk openly with their partner and agent. Leave some treats out to make potential buyers more comfortable: beverages, nuts, cookies -- anything that won't lose freshness or be too messy.
4. Ask your listing agent to talk to buyer agents in his or her firm who have shown your home. The feedback from their clients can guide you in making home repairs, toning down your decor, making landscaping improvements and the like.
5. Hold an open house on a weeknight. Competition is lower, and you'll attract the interest of buyers who can't make weekend appointments because of other commitments.
6. Take out some extra online ads or print ads, even if your agent is doing a good job with promotions. Look for out-of-the-ordinary places to advertise, such as trade magazines, company newsletters and other alternative resources. You can even offer perks to buyers, such as a cash bonus or a season ski pass.
7. Neutralize your color scheme. Most buyers prefer pale, neutral colors that make it easier to imagine a new home as their own. Houses with white exteriors are the highest sellers; for interiors, try whites, off-whites or pale grays.
8.If you've had offers but you considered them too "lowball," try readjusting your sights.
Determine the lowest price you find acceptable, and consider anything more as icing on the cake. In a longstanding dry market you may even have to sell at a loss, so it's important to take every offer seriously. You don't want to alienate a potential buyer who has solid financing because you've set your sights unrealistically high.
Is your listing agent giving your house adequate attention? If not, start by having a candid talk. If there's no change, discuss the problem with the firm's broker. As a last resort, wait until your listing agreement expires and find an agent with a proven track record in your area. On the other hand, if you have a fabulous agent but the market is underwater, consider offering an increased commission or a bonus for your listing agent as extra incentive.
If you do sweeten the pot for your agent, amend your listing contract to reflect the change, and be sure it's added to the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) book -- buyer agents will also be inspired to give your house extra attention.
8. Relist your house to give it a kick-start. When it was listed on the MLS, it was assigned a number reflecting the date and year of the listing. By now it may appear outdated to buyer agents; relisting will provide you with a new number. Check into the policies of your local MLS: You may need to make a change to qualify for relisting, such as temporarily taking your home off the market, adjusting its price or changing listing agents or firms.
Taking your house off the market. If you've tried the tips above, you're confident that your asking price is competitive, you have an ace agent and you're still not getting any action, it's probably time to take your house off the market. Here are some ways to make the most of it:
Choose your selling season.
If you can afford to do so, relist during a more dependable selling season. After warming up in late winter, the market typically starts to peak from the ides of April (yep, tax season makes a difference) until June, when longer days and splashes of garden color make homes look their best. In summer, the market slows to a crawl, followed by a second peak from September to Thanksgiving. From then until January, the market tends to be as cold as a Midwestern winter, but it can also be advantageous to list while the competition is sleeping.
Research the trends in your area: If you live near a winter resort, for example, winter may be the savviest time to sell.
9. If you're a senior, consider a reverse mortgage. Designed to help seniors who have more home equity than they do cash, a reverse mortgage is a loan against your home. The money is disbursed as either a single payment or a monthly sum, and the loan comes due (with interest, of course) only when the house is sold or upon the death of the owner.
Rent out your home until the market bounces back.
10. If you must leave your home because of a job transfer or other extenuating circumstance, renting is an excellent option as you wait for the market to regain some heat. If you don't have the time or the talent it takes to be a good landlord, contact a reputable company that specializes in screening applicants and managing properties.
By Sally Anderson
Sun City Shadow Hills - Best Value in the Desert!
Sun City Shadow Hills is the latest active 55+ community in the Del Webb tradition. Located in the foothills of the Shadow Mountains with easy access to the 10 freeway from the Jefferson off-ramp. Its just 2.5 hours from LA and San Diego.
The community is set on 800 acres and will have approximately 3,200 homes and two golf courses when complete. One is currently open for play. The course is a well designed course that is maintained in excellent condition.
The recreation center has pool tables, meeting rooms and lounging areas. The tennis courts get a lot of use. This is a very social enviroment and the average age is about 59/60 compared to Sun City Palm Desert where the average age is 70+ walkers.
The fitness center overlooks panoramic views of the mountains and has state of the art equipment and features both indoor and outdoor pools.
There are 19 models, 10 of which are still available with the Avalino beingthe most popular.
Ther are some great opportunities and discounts available that are not advertised at Shadow Hills so call me if you would like to visit Shadow Hills and click on this link: http://www.luxurydeserthomes.com/home-buyer-best-value.asp
The community is set on 800 acres and will have approximately 3,200 homes and two golf courses when complete. One is currently open for play. The course is a well designed course that is maintained in excellent condition.
The recreation center has pool tables, meeting rooms and lounging areas. The tennis courts get a lot of use. This is a very social enviroment and the average age is about 59/60 compared to Sun City Palm Desert where the average age is 70+ walkers.
The fitness center overlooks panoramic views of the mountains and has state of the art equipment and features both indoor and outdoor pools.
There are 19 models, 10 of which are still available with the Avalino beingthe most popular.
Ther are some great opportunities and discounts available that are not advertised at Shadow Hills so call me if you would like to visit Shadow Hills and click on this link: http://www.luxurydeserthomes.com/home-buyer-best-value.asp
Wrap yourself in a blanket of artwork at Indian Wells Arts Festival
Indian Wells Arts Festival founder Dianne Funk likes to change things up a bit each year to keep the festival fresh.
For this year's event, which runs Friday through Sunday, there's the Braille Institute's "Art Beyond the Visual" interactive display, the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery's "Tour De Trash" and Yucca Valley muralist Linda Shrader, who will work live on a trompe l'oeil (literally deceiving the eye) mural.
"I really believe that the experience should be more than just looking at art," Funk says.
Festival goers of all ages should, she says, have the opportunity to touch and be touched by the many mediums represented. "That's whether they're young children just discovering the world of art, or adults who already have an appreciation for all art brings to everyday life."
It's the ability of art to bring people together that gives Funk pleasure. "These artists work so hard," she says of the 200 juried artists at this year's festival. "(The festival) is a chance for people to come out and interact with them."
More than 10,000 Coachella Valley art lovers and visitors attended the 2007 festival. Sales, Funk says, topped more than $900,000.
The interactive side of the festival includes glass-blowing demonstrations by Bruce Freund and the third "Chef Masterpieces" private tasting presented by local chefs.
Incendio will once again provide the background sound.
There's also the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery's "Tour de Trash - Recycle Bicycles" exhibit, which turns old bike parts into art.
One activity that Funk is excited about is the Braille Institute's "Art Beyond the Visual."
"It's a hands-on exhibit to view art as a visually impaired or blind person would," she says. The Braille Institute's Mobile Solutions Van will display art created by the Institute's clients.
"It's a chance to renew a very colorful relationship," Funk says.
Desert Sun - April 3
For this year's event, which runs Friday through Sunday, there's the Braille Institute's "Art Beyond the Visual" interactive display, the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery's "Tour De Trash" and Yucca Valley muralist Linda Shrader, who will work live on a trompe l'oeil (literally deceiving the eye) mural.
"I really believe that the experience should be more than just looking at art," Funk says.
Festival goers of all ages should, she says, have the opportunity to touch and be touched by the many mediums represented. "That's whether they're young children just discovering the world of art, or adults who already have an appreciation for all art brings to everyday life."
It's the ability of art to bring people together that gives Funk pleasure. "These artists work so hard," she says of the 200 juried artists at this year's festival. "(The festival) is a chance for people to come out and interact with them."
More than 10,000 Coachella Valley art lovers and visitors attended the 2007 festival. Sales, Funk says, topped more than $900,000.
The interactive side of the festival includes glass-blowing demonstrations by Bruce Freund and the third "Chef Masterpieces" private tasting presented by local chefs.
Incendio will once again provide the background sound.
There's also the S.C.R.A.P. Gallery's "Tour de Trash - Recycle Bicycles" exhibit, which turns old bike parts into art.
One activity that Funk is excited about is the Braille Institute's "Art Beyond the Visual."
"It's a hands-on exhibit to view art as a visually impaired or blind person would," she says. The Braille Institute's Mobile Solutions Van will display art created by the Institute's clients.
"It's a chance to renew a very colorful relationship," Funk says.
Desert Sun - April 3
Palm Desert spots nab kudos in Best of Valley contest
The people have spoken, and Palm Desert businesses were among those honored in this year's Best of the Valley contest in Desert Magazine.
The 15th annual contest drew more than 100,000 votes in more than 70 different categories.
We hope you enjoy the results and find some of your own Best of the Valley favorites here and on mydesert.com/bestof.
Here are some of Palm Desert's bests:
Dive bars
The Red Barn received an honorable mention.
The Fire House received an honorable mention.
Happy hour
Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo, won first in this category.
Margarita
Armando's Bar & Grill received an honorable mention in this category.
Martini
Sullivan's Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Live Theaters
McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, took first place in this category.
Local Band
Eagles of Death Metal took first place in this category.
Dance spot
Costa's, JW Marriott Desert Springs, 74-855 Country Club Drive, took first place in this category.
Live music
Sullivan's Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Italian Restaurant
Le Donne Cucina Italiana, 72-624 El Paseo, placed first in this category.
Mario's Italian Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Castelli's received an honorable mention.
Thai Restaurant
Pepper's Thai Cuisine received an honorable mention.
Japanese Restaurant
Mikado received an honorable mention.
Seafood Restaurant
Fisherman's Market, 44-250 Town Center Way, placed first in this category.
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Sea Grille at JW Marriott Desert Springs received an honorable mention.
French Restaurant
Cuistot Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Chez Pierre received an honorable mention.
Pizza
Papa Dan's Pizza received an honorable mention.
Haus of Pizza received an honorable mention.
Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins received an honorable mention.
Bagels
Benny's Bagels, 72-785 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
New York Bagel & Deli received an honorable mention.
Bakeries
Jensen's Finest Foods received an honorable mention.
Coffee
Starbucks, which has 23 valley locations including some in Palm Desert, placed first in this category.
Steakhouses
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 74-740 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Chop House received an honorable mention.
LG's Prime Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Romantic dinner
Jillians, 74-155 El Paseo, received first place in this category.
Chop House received an honorable mention.
Dinner deal
Sullivan's Steak House received an honorable mention.
Elephant Bar & Grill received an honorable mention.
Brunch
Lakeview received an honorable mention.
Continental Restaurant
Cork Tree Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Hot Dogs
Costco, 72-800 Dinah Shore Drive, took first place in this category.
Fish Taco
Fisherman's Market & Grill, 44-250 Town Center Way, took first place in this category.
Rubio's received an honorable mention.
Frozen Yogurt
The Yogurt Café received an honorable mention.
Barbecue Place
Tony Roma's Famous For Ribs received an honorable mention.
Car Wash
Executive Car Wash received an honorable mention.
Shoe Repair
Super Service, 73-725 El Paseo, took first place in this category.
Quick Massage
Jay McEarchen, Serenity Massage, 73-925 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Massage Envy received an honorable mention.
All About Massage received an honorable mention.
Dry Cleaner
Escalade, 72-790 El Paseo, placed first.
Nurseries
Moller's Garden Center, 72-235 Painter's Path, placed first in this category.
Children's Clothing
Old Navy, 72-349 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Limited Too received an honorable mention.
Target received an honorable mention.
Art Galleries
RE Welch received an honorable mention.
Coda Gallery received an honorable mention.
Women's Shoe Store
DSW, 72-399 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
E&J's Designer Shoe Outlet received an honorable mention.
Snookie's Footsies received an honorable mention.
Specialty Food Stores
Trader Joe's, 44-150 Town Center Way, placed first in this category.
Bristol Farms received an honorable mention.
Jensen's Finest Foods received an honorable mention.
Florists
Jensen's received an honorable mention.
Jewelry Stores
Leeds & Son, 73-670 El Paseo, placed first in this category.
Tiffany & Co. received an honorable mention.
Pet Stores
PetSmart, 34-900 Monterey Ave., placed first in this category.
Three Dog Bakery received an honorable mention.
Kitchen Shops
Upper Crust received an honorable mention.
Williams Sonoma received an honorable mention.
Place to buy chocolate
See's Candies, Westfield Palm Desert, 72-480 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Valley High School
Palm Desert High School, 43-570 Phyllis Jackson Lane, placed first in this category.
Private Schools
Sacred Heart School, 43-775 Deep Canyon Road, placed first in this category.
Public Parks
Palm Desert Civic Center Park, Fred Waring Drive, placed first.
Freedom Park received an honorable mention.
Public Golf Courses
Desert Willow Golf Resort received an honorable mention.
Place to Take Kids
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47-900 Portola Ave., placed first.
Hikes
National Monument Visitors Center, Highway 74, received an honorable mention.
Fitness Center
Next Level Fitness, 74-050 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Desert Sun - April 3
The 15th annual contest drew more than 100,000 votes in more than 70 different categories.
We hope you enjoy the results and find some of your own Best of the Valley favorites here and on mydesert.com/bestof.
Here are some of Palm Desert's bests:
Dive bars
The Red Barn received an honorable mention.
The Fire House received an honorable mention.
Happy hour
Sullivan's Steakhouse, 73-505 El Paseo, won first in this category.
Margarita
Armando's Bar & Grill received an honorable mention in this category.
Martini
Sullivan's Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Live Theaters
McCallum Theatre, 73-000 Fred Waring Drive, took first place in this category.
Local Band
Eagles of Death Metal took first place in this category.
Dance spot
Costa's, JW Marriott Desert Springs, 74-855 Country Club Drive, took first place in this category.
Live music
Sullivan's Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Italian Restaurant
Le Donne Cucina Italiana, 72-624 El Paseo, placed first in this category.
Mario's Italian Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Castelli's received an honorable mention.
Thai Restaurant
Pepper's Thai Cuisine received an honorable mention.
Japanese Restaurant
Mikado received an honorable mention.
Seafood Restaurant
Fisherman's Market, 44-250 Town Center Way, placed first in this category.
Pacifica Seafood Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Sea Grille at JW Marriott Desert Springs received an honorable mention.
French Restaurant
Cuistot Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Chez Pierre received an honorable mention.
Pizza
Papa Dan's Pizza received an honorable mention.
Haus of Pizza received an honorable mention.
Ice Cream
Baskin-Robbins received an honorable mention.
Bagels
Benny's Bagels, 72-785 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
New York Bagel & Deli received an honorable mention.
Bakeries
Jensen's Finest Foods received an honorable mention.
Coffee
Starbucks, which has 23 valley locations including some in Palm Desert, placed first in this category.
Steakhouses
Ruth's Chris Steakhouse, 74-740 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Chop House received an honorable mention.
LG's Prime Steakhouse received an honorable mention.
Romantic dinner
Jillians, 74-155 El Paseo, received first place in this category.
Chop House received an honorable mention.
Dinner deal
Sullivan's Steak House received an honorable mention.
Elephant Bar & Grill received an honorable mention.
Brunch
Lakeview received an honorable mention.
Continental Restaurant
Cork Tree Restaurant received an honorable mention.
Hot Dogs
Costco, 72-800 Dinah Shore Drive, took first place in this category.
Fish Taco
Fisherman's Market & Grill, 44-250 Town Center Way, took first place in this category.
Rubio's received an honorable mention.
Frozen Yogurt
The Yogurt Café received an honorable mention.
Barbecue Place
Tony Roma's Famous For Ribs received an honorable mention.
Car Wash
Executive Car Wash received an honorable mention.
Shoe Repair
Super Service, 73-725 El Paseo, took first place in this category.
Quick Massage
Jay McEarchen, Serenity Massage, 73-925 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Massage Envy received an honorable mention.
All About Massage received an honorable mention.
Dry Cleaner
Escalade, 72-790 El Paseo, placed first.
Nurseries
Moller's Garden Center, 72-235 Painter's Path, placed first in this category.
Children's Clothing
Old Navy, 72-349 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Limited Too received an honorable mention.
Target received an honorable mention.
Art Galleries
RE Welch received an honorable mention.
Coda Gallery received an honorable mention.
Women's Shoe Store
DSW, 72-399 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
E&J's Designer Shoe Outlet received an honorable mention.
Snookie's Footsies received an honorable mention.
Specialty Food Stores
Trader Joe's, 44-150 Town Center Way, placed first in this category.
Bristol Farms received an honorable mention.
Jensen's Finest Foods received an honorable mention.
Florists
Jensen's received an honorable mention.
Jewelry Stores
Leeds & Son, 73-670 El Paseo, placed first in this category.
Tiffany & Co. received an honorable mention.
Pet Stores
PetSmart, 34-900 Monterey Ave., placed first in this category.
Three Dog Bakery received an honorable mention.
Kitchen Shops
Upper Crust received an honorable mention.
Williams Sonoma received an honorable mention.
Place to buy chocolate
See's Candies, Westfield Palm Desert, 72-480 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Valley High School
Palm Desert High School, 43-570 Phyllis Jackson Lane, placed first in this category.
Private Schools
Sacred Heart School, 43-775 Deep Canyon Road, placed first in this category.
Public Parks
Palm Desert Civic Center Park, Fred Waring Drive, placed first.
Freedom Park received an honorable mention.
Public Golf Courses
Desert Willow Golf Resort received an honorable mention.
Place to Take Kids
The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47-900 Portola Ave., placed first.
Hikes
National Monument Visitors Center, Highway 74, received an honorable mention.
Fitness Center
Next Level Fitness, 74-050 Highway 111, placed first in this category.
Desert Sun - April 3
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