Real estate transactions are rarely simple, even when buyers see eye to eye. This is through no lack of trying on our part! As real estate agents, we use our expertise and an industry-spanning system to try to keep things as straightforward as possible. But when approaching the escrow process, there are often a few […]
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Where Can You Enjoy Palm Springs Nightlife During the Summer Off-Season?
We’ve already hit some serious heat this year and the summer’s not even begun! Does this mean it’s going to be a hot summer? If you’re in Palm Springs, the answer’s always a resounding “yes.” When the most sweltering of seasons arrives, Palm Springs all but becomes a ghost town. But locals and the odd […]
iBuying Brings Modern Speed and Convenience to Home Sales
Some are calling it the future of real estate. Others say it’s just the latest trend, albeit one deserving of serious attention. It’s called iBuying and it’s likely to become a household term over the next decade. Among other benefits, it’s the quickest way to sell a home. But how can you tell whether iBuying […]
3 Weird Las Vegas Tourist Attractions Even the Locals Will Like
Not all Las Vegas tourist attractions are created equal. How many times have you been hooked into some overpriced tourist trap? If you’re just visiting, you can at least drown the disappointment in your hotel’s luxury pool or casino. But what about the locals? Where are the attractions in Las Vegas that deliver enough value […]
Are Desalination Plants the Solution We Need to Fight Drought in California?
It’s no secret that there is a drought in California and much of the Southwest U.S. But what some residents may not realize is the actual severity of it. A study published in Nature Climate Change cites the arid conditions gripping California and other western states as the driest 22-year stretch in 1,200 years. And […]
Palm Springs Activities You Can Even Do with the Kids
Ever feel like there’s not much to do in Palm Springs other than lounging, eating, and drinking? Even if that were true, many of us wouldn’t be complaining. But if you’re looking for some family-friendly Palm Springs activities, you’ll find some gems. Good, clean fun is never far in this city that boasts so much […]
How Can You Deliver True Value to Your Clients When You Solely Focus on Real Estate Commission Splits?
A lot of companies like to claim that anything less than 100% is unacceptable. But consider what this really means for a moment. It means absolutely no mistakes. Sounds like a pretty tall order, right? But now let’s examine this through the lens of the real estate industry. In real estate, one mistake can cost […]
How to Blend in with the Las Vegas Locals on Your First Sin City Trip
Las Vegas is one of the most intoxicating U.S. cities to visit. But with JohnHart offices in the Las Vegas area, we’re in the business of helping those who see Vegas as more than a tourist spot. Sure, it’s a city with a thriving hospitality industry, to say the least. But at the end of […]
8 of the Best Dive Bars Las Vegas Has to Offer
There are no shortage of options for thirsty Las Vegas revelers looking for a drink. We even mentioned some popular regional bars in a recent blog. But locals looking to avoid the strobing lights and staggering prices of the strip need options too. Thankfully, the city has a wealth of dive bars from which to […]
Will You Notice the Coachella Crowds from Your Palm Springs Home?
Starting on April 15th, the Coachella Valley (specifically Indio) will descend into a fit of mass revelry that’s become all too familiar. Does the Coachella Valley Music and Arts Festival even need an introduction? This year’s event has been sold out for some time. But what else would you expect of the most popular music […]