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Coachella Valley Holiday Events for 2022

Christmas parades, tree lightings, Hanukkah menorah celebrations, breakfasts with Santa, Nutcracker ballets, concerts, and other extravaganzas in Palm Desert, Coachella Valley, and throughout the Inland Empire are just a few of the 2022 holiday events to add to your calendar. This year, Christmas falls on Sunday, December 25, while Hanukkah lasts from December 18 to December 26. When events are posted, always check with the organizers to make sure everything is going according to plan. CATHEDRAL CITY: DEC. 7: Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony & North Pole Village. Free movie at Mary Pickford Theatre, too! DESERT HOT SPRINGS: DEC. 10: Holiday Parade Of Lights & Festival. Fest includes free carnival rides, photos with Santa & live music. INDIAN WELLS: THROUGH JAN. 1: ‘Winterfest’ Holiday Ice Skating Rink: Indian Wells Golf Resort. Outdoor setting decked with 32-foot Christmas tree & lots of holiday décor. INDIO: THROUGH JAN. 1: ‘Magic Of Lights’ Holiday Drive-Thru: Empire Polo Club. With illuminated tunnels, holiday scenes & a 32-foot-tall, animated waving Christmas Barbie, too! DEC. 1-4: Tamale Festival & Carnival. A seasonal spectacular with rides, food, performances & rides. LA QUINTA: DEC. 2: Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony & Santa Civic Center Park. Free event. PALM DESERT: NOV. 23-DEC. 30: ‘WildLights’ Holiday Lights Display: Living Desert Zoo. “Twinkling lights, dazzling light displays & holiday fun.” NOV. 25-DEC. 24: Photos With Santa: The Shops at Palm Desert. Advance reservations suggested. NOV. 26, DEC. 3, 10 & 17: Merry Movie Nights: Gardens On El Paseo. With family holiday films & sights of snowfall. DEC. 2-3: Mannheim Steamroller Christmas: McCallum Theatre. “A favorite holiday tradition for over 35 years.” DEC. 18: Merri-Achi Christmas: McCallum Theatre. A show of songs, dance & merriment! PALM SPRINGS: DEC. 3: Annual Holiday ‘Festival Of Lights Parade’ – Signature event makes return to “world- famous” Palm Canyon Drive. RANCHO MIRAGE: NOV. 26: Christmas Tree Lighting, Santa & Free Holiday Fun: The Westin Rancho Mirage. Live entertainment, plus meet & greet with Mr. & Mrs. Claus. DEC. 3: Holiday Day of Beauty Benefitting Mizell Center. RSVPs required. DEC. 5-16: Gelson’s Markets Annual Holiday Toy Drive. Toys go to Children’s Hospital of LA, Toys for Tots, Unity Shoppe, Miracles for Kids, Miller’s Children Hospital & Barbara Sinatra Children’s Center. DEC. 18: ‘Chanukah At The River’ Menorah Lighting & Gelt Drop. Music, latkes, hot chocolate, donuts & more.

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WILDLIGHTS - The Living Desert

WILDLIGHTS – The Living Desert

WILDLIGHTS Select nights, 6pm – 9pm November 22 (Members Only), 23, 25-26 | December 2-3, 9-10, 16-24, 26-30 Closed December 25 WildLights is SOLD OUT for November 23rd and November 25th. Recognized in the Top 5 Best Zoo Lights by USA Today, WildLights is a magical winter wonderland, complete with twinkling lights, dazzling light displays, and holiday fun. It is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and make lasting memories with friends and family. WildLights’ pathways will take guests on an illuminated journey around the Zoo with endless awe-inspiring sights and festive photo opportunities. Guests can go for a spin on the carousel, enjoy themed treats, take a free, souvenir photo with Santa, and much more. In true WildLights tradition, the G-scale model trains, with more than 3,300 feet of track, will be decked out for the holidays. Light up your holiday and join us! GENERAL TICKETS MEMBER TICKETS MEMBER NIGHT (NOV. 22) Advanced reservations are required for both members and guests. We recommend purchasing tickets as far in advance as you can, as we anticipate this event selling out. Tickets may be purchased above or by calling (760) 346-5694. General Admission $16 Member Ticket $14 Child Ticket (ages 3-12) $12 Children under 3 FREE Please note: Your timed WildLights ticket indicates the earliest time you can enter the Zoo. All daytime visitors, including members and guests with WildLights tickets, must completely exit the Zoo by 5:00pm. Beginning at 6:00pm, WildLights guests will be allowed to enter at the time designated on their ticket. Parking is free in the Zoo’s main parking lot, but spaces can fill up quickly. Please plan to carpool and/or use a rideshare service to save time. Overflow parking is located on Portola Avenue, Haystack Avenue, and Buckboard Avenue. (Further parking information is in the below FAQs.) If you are purchasing Member Tickets in person, please have your membership card and valid photo ID, matching the name on the membership, with you. Guests of all ages will be able to pose with Santa for photos through December 24th. Santa will then depart for the North Pole on Christmas Day and will not be at WildLights on December 26th – 30th. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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The American Express Brings Golf and Music to the Desert

The American Express Brings Golf and Music to the Desert

On January 20 and 21, American Express 2023 gives Palm Desert residents a chance to see 156 of the world’s best golfers playing for an $8 million purse. In addition to being a world-class golf tournament, all Friday and Saturday ticket holders will get a chance to rock out to the concert following ​the completion of golf on Friday and Saturday nights. Friday’s concert will feature pop sensation Gwen Stefani and Saturday’s concert will spotlight country superstar Darius Rucker. Grounds ticket pricing starts at $50 and includes access to tournament grounds from January 19 th to the 22nd, and all public fan venues like Casamigos Deck and Beers For Birdies. Plus, the General Admission Section of the concerts on Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21 st is also included. The Premium Pass pricing starts at $125, and includes admission to tournament grounds on January 19th-22nd, the open-air venue, Club 18 that includes complimentary lunch, hosted beer, wine and Casamigos Cocktails as well as all public fan venues–plus the General Admission Section of concerts on Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st. Champions Club pricing starts at $250, and includes admission to tournament grounds January 19th-22nd, 18th Green Private, Climate controlled Venue with hosted breakfast, lunch, snacks and all-day full bar as well as access to all public fan venues like Casamigos Deck and Beers For Birdies. Daily Preferred Parking is also included with the purchase. Friday and Saturday tickets include access to an upgraded viewing area with complimentary drinks at concerts on Friday, January 20th and Saturday, January 21st. All ticket holders have access to the Casamigos Deck which is our open-air venue located on the 18th green. Grab your seat and watch your favorite golfers finish out their rounds. All Ticket holders have access to the Michelob Ultra Beers For Birdies venue located on one of the most iconic holes played during the PGA TOUR season, the par-3 17th on the Pete Dye Stadium Course known as ‘Alcatraz’. With amazing views, this fan-favorite venue gives you even more reason to cheer–any time a pro birdies, beers are discounted. The Champions Club ticket includes exclusive access to the 18th green with prime views of the course as well as hosted breakfast, lunch, and snacks all day and a full bar. Champions Club ticket holders also have access to the upgraded concert viewing section, adjacent to the stage with a hosted full bar, reserved upgraded restrooms, all 3 tournament golf courses, and the public venues. Club 18 is located directly behind the 18th green with hosted lunch, beer, wine and cocktails. It’s one of the perfect places to sip cocktails and watch some of the world’s best players with one of the best seats in the house. For the perfect vacation home near The American Express, try the Desert retreat in PGA West on the 11th fairway. The living area offers high ceilings, cozy fireplace, a convenient wet bar and golf course views from the expansive windows. This 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home is the perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee on the outdoor patio just steps away from the fairway. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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El Paseo Fashion Week is a Stylish Soiree

Looking for a way to dress to impress while experiencing high fashion shows? Celebrate 16 years of style at the West Coast’s largest consumer fashion show, Fashion Week El Paseo. This event is to be held from March 17 to 23 this year at The Gardens on El Paseo in Palm Desert. This world-class style extravaganza provides an inspiring, immersive fashion experience and features cocktail receptions, trunk shows, celebrity meet-and-greets, and much more. Highlighting fashion trends and showcasing a who’s-who of the country’s top design talents, including some stars of tomorrow, Fashion Week El Paseo takes one of the world’s most relatable art forms and brings it to the public in style. Attendees can enjoy the sophistication and luxury of the desert while indulging their inner fashionista at this premier, state-of-the-art experience that celebrates the newest collections of the industry’s most prominent influencers and innovators. This year, Fashion Week El Paseo will feature El Paseo Runway Night—an energetic and the compelling show features current fashions from more than 10 stores on El Paseo spotlighting the diverse styles of desert living. The Saks Fifth Avenue Presents will also be showcasing luxury fashion, ranging from contemporary to couture, by well-known designers abounds on the runway in this evening featuring the best of Saks Fifth Avenue. For pet lovers, the Le Chien fashion show will feature pet-loving benefactors sporting the latest spring and summer fashions on the catwalk with their four-legged friends in tow. Then, professional models in designer ensembles share the runway with even more adorable pups. When you purchase a ticket, attendees have the opportunity to purchase a 12-month subscription to Palm Springs Life magazine at a discounted rate—a staple publication highlighting the most notable cultural events and lifestyles. There is also the opportunity to expand the ticket purchase with the Diva Packages, which includes two front-row seats every night of Fashion Week El Paseo, nightly access to the VIP Lounge, VIP Parking, an invitation to special events, and more. If you’re looking for the perfect vacation rental within a close distance to Fashion Week El Paseo, look no further than this Salt Water Pool and Spa Villa – Outdoor Grill – Backyard Access to Golf Course. In Palm Desert Country Club. Want to go out for a morning walk or a jog, or head for the mountains or a stroll along El Paseo? This three-bedroom, three-bathroom villa is situated in the heart of Palm Desertl. The villa has rooms that open onto a private patio and a saltwater pool. The living room features a cozy fireplace and there is also a private bath in the master bedroom with luxury bedding and towels. This villa has it all, whether you are enjoying a relaxing evening for two or entertaining family and friends at poolside. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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McCormick's Palm Springs Classic Car Auction

McCormick’s 73rd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction

Classic & Exotic Car Auction of over 500 cars. General public & dealers welcome. Prices from just $2,000 to over $250,000. Friday is FREE, Saturday & Sunday $15 or $25 for all days. Family owned and operated, over 37 years producing classic car auctions in Palm Springs, California – NEXT EVENT IS NOVEMBER 18th, 19th & 20th 2022. Call 760.320.3290 for additional info or visit www.Classic-CarAuction.com Choosing an auction company should be based on the company’s integrity and stability along with expert-level knowledge as this is one of the most important business decisions a consumer will make. We have been producing classic car auctions in Palm Springs for 35 years! We are a family-owned and operated Classic Car Auction house based in Palm Springs, California. We produce 2 large Classic Car Auctions per year here in Palm Springs. The auctions are open to the general public and dealers are also welcome. Each event features over 500 Classic & Exotic cars. The events are held in February & November each year. The venue is The Palm Springs Convention Centers’s Outdoor Special Event area in downtown Palm Springs, just steps away from many resorts, shopping, and fine dining. We also have a very busy year-round classic car showroom here in the heart of downtown Palm Springs with many classics for sale on a daily basis. Back in 1981, Keith McCormick had already become a successful entrepreneur in his native United Kingdom, but he longed to realize a dream to move to Palm Springs, California, and devote his time entirely to his family…and his cars. In 1985, Keith hosted his very first exotic car auction. A modest affair, by today’s standards, but one that would start a tradition. Today, Keith’s relentless dedication to excellence and integrity has produced one of the most prestigious, respected, and successful car auctions in America. McCormick’s 73rd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction Featured Cars McCormick’s 73rd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction Cars McCormick’s 73rd Palm Springs Classic Car Auction Schedule Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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Pickleball

USA PICKLEBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS

USA PICKLEBALL NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS The newest addition to the list of exciting events hosted at the Indian Wells Tennis Garden is the USA Pickleball National Championships,  held each fall. Pickleball is a sport rapidly growing in popularity and championship pickleball courts will soon be added to the Tennis Garden. The USA Pickleball National Championships draws the top US pickleball players of all ages who compete in singles, doubles and mixed doubles. In partnership with sports and entertainment management company Desert Champions and the United States Pickleball Association (USAPA). Margaritaville, the global lifestyle brand synonymous with fun and escapism, has been announced as the title sponsor of the event, which is the premier sanctioned tournament of the USAPA. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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New Communities of the Coachella Valley

Coachella Valley is home to a cluster of resort cities offering world-renown music festivals, sports events, tennis, golf, art, and other cultural activities. Its attractions, warm climate, and proximity to Los Angeles make this area a popular vacation and second-home destination for active retirees, golf aficionados, art lovers, and celebrities alike. It could be your next home too. Here are six exciting new Coachella Valley communities, with prices ranging from the high $500,000s to over $2,000,000. The homes are perfect for active living enthusiasts looking for an upscale to luxury lifestyle. CORTERRA VILLA HOME DEVELOPMENT This development of Palm Desert homes for sale here at Palm Desert Golf and Country Club will feature 69 villa homes that are 1,432 square feet in size and available in clusters of one, two, and three unit groups. They are 2-bedroom plus den single floor homes with open floor plans and have been designed to facilitate the best in indoor and outdoor living. It is fair to say that these homes will be among the most eagerly anticipated among Palm Desert homes for sale as we move into the coming New Year. Buyers looking for homes for sale in La Quinta, CA will be interested in this development as well. Attractive Houses for Sale in Palm Desert with Great Amenities – and Fairways – Right Nearby Each of these golf course houses for sale in Palm Desert features front and back open terraces that offer a nice measure of privacy for owners and the guests they may be entertaining. Each home will come with a 2-car garage as well. We’re working a number of pocket parks and a pickleball courts into this new villa home development in Palm Desert, and there will also be a continuous walking path that goes all around the project. Del Webb, Rancho Mirage, California (55+) Del Webb at Rancho Mirage is a resort-style retirement community located in Rancho Mirage, California, catering to active, outgoing, and social retirees. It’s guard-attended, gated, and only for adults aged 55+. The homes at Del Webb are single-story bungalows – considerately designed for long-term retirement living. 10 floor plans are available in sizes ranging from 1,438 to 2,726 square feet. Interior options include residents’ choice of 2 to 3 bedrooms, 2 to 3.5 bathrooms, and 2 to 3 garages. Most come with their own pool and spa. World-class resort amenities abound in this community. It all starts at the 20,000 square foot clubhouse, which offers a conference center, state of the art fitness center, aerobic room, yoga room, locker rooms, covered pool, outdoor pool, spa, tennis courts, bocce ball, pickleball, a putting green, an indoor golf simulator, and a courtyard. Other recreational amenities include a billiards game room, wine room, craft room, and ballroom events center. Residents can choose between an indoor entertainment lounge or an outdoor lounge. Del Webb caters to social adults with many different interests. Plus, its Rancho Mirage location offers even more opportunities for golf, fine dining, and shopping. Del Webb home prices range from $558,990+ to $970,000+. Sage, Palm Desert, California Sage, Palm Desert is a single-family gated community offering relaxed indoor-outdoor desert living. There are no age restrictions making this the perfect place for families with children still at home. Sage features homes built in modern, desert contemporary, or contemporary Spanish design styles. The homes come in five floor plans giving owners their choice of up to 3 bedrooms and up to 3.5 bathrooms, with either single or two-story layouts. The sizes range from 1,757 to 2,419 square feet. All homes come with a pool and spa, along with the option for an attached casita. Residents have further amenities within the community. Sage features a private clubhouse, fitness area, yoga lawn, barbecue area, pool, and spa. For additional perks, residents have been secured preferred rates at the Classic Club and Desert Willow. These championship and award-winning golf clubs are only a short distance away. The community is located in central Palm Desert. Homeowners and residents are close to shopping, dining, medical centers, parks, entertainment, cultural activities, recreation, universities, and major thoroughfares, including Interstate 10. Sage home prices range from the high $600,000s to $750,000+ with customizations. Trilogy at The Polo Club, South Indio, California (55+ in Certain Areas) Trilogy at The Polo Club, by Shea Homes, is a gated residential resort community located in Indio, California. Trilogy at The Polo Club is considered an active adult lifestyle retirement community. Certain areas are reserved for those aged 55 and up, but the main community isn’t age restricted. Shea Homes offers elegant modern designs featuring open-concept, outdoor-indoor living, with elevated retirement comfort in mind. Polo Club homes come in 2 to 4-bedroom and 2 to 3-bathroom options, with floor plans ranging from 1,342 to 2,367 square feet.  This community caters to refined and upscale tastes. The Polo Club offers fine seasonal dining, a pool, tennis courts, bocce, pickle ball, fitness classes, hiking, walking trails, biking trails, and of course polo.  Homeowners can socialize through a variety of member-led interest clubs, like art, bocce, bridge, fishing, golf, mahjong, poker, running, writing, and more. Further amenities are provided through national programs that offer international travel, wine events, national park trips, resort access, and more. Residents who would rather stay in can take part in virtual events featuring cocktail demonstrations, physician-led health and fitness seminars, intellectual enrichment programs, spiritual classes, keynote speaker events, and more. Trilogy at The Polo Club home prices start as low as $466,990. Cody Place, Palm Springs, California Cody Place, by the Toll Brothers, is a luxury gated townhouse community in downtown Palm Springs. Townhouses come in 2 to 3-bedroom, 2.5 to 4.5-bathroom, and 2 to 3-story options with floor plans ranging from 1,840 to 2,351 square feet. This build features gorgeous modern architecture with open-concept layouts perfect for balancing work and play. All townhouses have a second-floor balcony, and rooftop decks are available with certain floor plans. Solar panels come standard as part of the Toll Brothers’ sustainable building policy.

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Elvis Presley Honeymoon House Palm Springs

Elvis Presley’s Palm Springs home is for sale

As reported in The Daily Mail, the spaceship shaped house located in Palm Springs where Elvis and Priscilla Presley honeymooned, has been listed for sale at $5.6 Million. Located in the Vista Las Palmas neighborhood at 1350 Ladera Cir, Palm Springs, CA 92262 comes in at 4,695 square feet featuring 4 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms was rented out by the acclaimed singer for $21,000 back in 1967. Designed by William Krisel in 1960, the home was far ahead of its time, and its futuristic design (it resembles a spaceship from the outside) and modern advancements (including vacuum ports, an indoor kitchen grill, and wall-mounted radios) resulted in it being nicknamed The House of Tomorrow by Look Magazine in 1962. From Zillow, The Alexander Home 1960 – William Krisel engineer. This was the custom family home worked for Robert and Helene Alexander of the popular Alexander development organization. Look magazine visited in 1962 for a look into the cutting edge plan proclaiming it the Place Of Tomorrow, catching a rich couple and their young little girl carrying on with their best resides in the fabulously current home. The spaceship-like unique winged rooftop line covers four round cases with the focal point of the house spreading out from the emotional ventured cascade. The section way through cut wood twofold level passage entryways ushers you to an indented party cushion of precise stacked stoned walls, glass, and a low-thrown bended upholstered dinner embracing a modern steel recepticle molded chimney hood and drifting hearth. A raised feasting stage unfurls flawlessly through a mass of glass to the far reaching outside terracing, pool, and stunning mountain sees. The neighboring kitchen proceeds with the roundabout subject with a round place island highlighting a twin of the parlor chimney hood, and an open idea plan to a comfortable family room with a sweeping stone wall and chimney simply moves back from bountiful poolside relaxing and covered feasting region under the profound cantilevered rooftop. Not to be outperformed, a sumptuous essential suite is reached by means of a fabulous flight of stairs to a confidential glassed roost highlighting all encompassing perspectives. A liberal changing area/washroom is disguised by unique implicit closet wardrobes revolved around a round tub, and a cozy overhang is open taking into consideration a discrete perception deck. A room wing finishes the inside unit succession and is reached through a long corridor to clothing and a shielded garage. All rooms, three lower and one upper, are en-suite, two sharing an outside porch. An insightful redesign with reestablished unique compositional subtleties of stone and poured terrazzo floors, taking the house back to it’s unique purpose and getting a Class-One memorable assignment. This famous house is in the Vista Las Palmas area and is the biggest Alexander-assembled home with the biggest pool and best parcel. You can’t beat this. Elvis Presley commended his special first night here in 1967 giving it one of it’s name’s, “Elvis Wedding trip Hideaway”… Preceding review the property, any potential purchaser should be qualified with verification of assets or letter of capability by known monetary establishment. Click here to see photos. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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Palm Desert Vacation Rental

CHOOSING PRIME REAL ESTATE TO FLIP IN PALM DESERT

CHOOSING PRIME REAL ESTATE TO FLIP IN PALM DESERT Flipping properties have been a trend today. Many shows revolve around the exciting narrative of turning completely simple homes into more organized one. Many people have also found the joy of turning a cheap property into a profit-generating investment in real estate. To see a sizable profit on investing in a property, selecting a property that needs minimal improvements is a need. In Mission Viejo where the real estate is steep and plenty, it’s wise to know the following real estate points before buying one to flip: CONSIDER THE LOCATION Palm Desert is a popular destination that is only a hop away from many key cities in Riverside County California. It’s dotted with beautiful parks, many historical attractions, and many nearby casinos. This city is an ideal place to live and retire. But when you’re looking for a property to flip, location-specific factors must be considered. For example, you need to see if it’s near the airport or highway. Homes near these areas are noisy and might not be appealing to buyers. Check homes that sit near popular attractions and are accessible to public transportation. There are many decent neighborhoods in Palm Desert that you can choose from. PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS You also need to consider the property’s appearance before deciding to flip one. As you look into the real estate for sale in Palm Desert, look at the neighboring properties, and notice what is the most common in the area. You’ll see what unique aspects that make a property stand out. If you go too far, you’ll end up with a property that will eat your profit. For example, investing in a small desert-style home might not be ideal if most people in the area prefer living in a two-story single-family home. Also, you need to weigh how much work is needed to be done. Whether you have contracting experience or a network of contractors, you don’t want to invest in something that will drain your budget. Note that it’s easier to flip a home that only needs cosmetic changes that the ones that need to be rehabbed from the ground up. But if you have the financial power to invest in an extremely damaged property, then feel free to invest. FINANCIAL ASPECTS Note that there’s more to flipping a property than just buying a home. You’ll also be responsible for the cost of property taxes, renovations, insurance, and other related concerns. The financial responsibility is on you until the home is sold. To determine if a property is good to flip, you must research the estimated cost to rehab and resell the home. Also, decide what renovations you’ll be doing and estimate the costs. Find out how much would be the insurance and property taxes based on the project completion date of all the renovations. If you don’t have enough financial threshold and the credit for a traditional loan, you can find many hard money lenders in the city and nearby areas. Next, you need to determine how much the home can be sold for after all the renovations. As you look into the comparable properties in the area, you can find out the average rate for a property with similar features and sizes to your flip. Once you find out the average rate, subtract the amount of money you’re spending on operational costs and renovations. If the profit is small, then the house might not be worth the investment. Flipping properties can result in a sizable profit. Make sure to spend time researching the information above before committing to a property to flip. Even a small hiccup in time can cost you hundreds of dollars. So, calculate correctly as you browse real estate in Palm Desert. Visit for vacation rental jomes in the Coachella Valley.. Luxury homes in PALM DESERT Palm Desert offers homes in various architectural styles, custom builds, and even raw land to build your one-of-a-kind dream home. If you want to know more about what’s available to buy in Palm Desert, check out these luxury listings currently on the market with virtual showings. Homes for sale around the Palm Desert Area

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Palm Desert Events

Newly Announced Events at Acrisure Arena

Newly Announced Events Join Arena’s Inaugural Lineup of Concerts with Reba mcentire, Eagles, The Doobie Brothers, Jimmy Buffett, Maroon 5, Grupo Firme Acrisure Arena, the newest world-class venue in Southern California, today announced its latest slate of upcoming events to take place when the $300M+ venue opens in December 2022. Coming to Acrisure Arena in 2023, newly announced events include one of the most successful female recording artists in history, Reba McEntire will perform at Acrisure Arena with special guests Terri Clark and The Isaacs on March 31. With 35 #1 hits under her belt, the award-winning entertainer will deliver hit after hit during her live show. Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic, the longest-running stage show for children, on January 11 and 12; the original extreme sport, Professional Bull Riding (PBR) brings the Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour on February 10 & 11; worldwide icons, iconic Harlem Globetrotters on February 24; Mexico’s “King of the Accordion,” Ramón Ayala on February 26; and one of the most legendary rock bands of all time, Journey on April 25 with tickets on sale Friday, October 21 for Journey. The announcement comes following last week’s unveiling of Acrisure Arena’s inaugural lineup of artists set to open the highly anticipated arena, which include  The Doobie Brothers on December 15, Grupo Firme on December 16, Maroon 5 on December 31, Eagles on January 18, Reba McEntire March 31, and Jimmy Buffett, whose date is to be announced. Grupo Firme, Acrisure Arena’s first concert public ticket on-sale, sold out completely within its first two hours of going on sale. “As a local resident of the desert, I’m very proud to see Acrisure Arena’s first ticket on-sale sell out within its first two hours,” said Irving Azoff, co-founder, Oak View Group. “That level of fan engagement speaks to the high demand from the local community to see major touring artists in the Coachella Valley.” Tickets for Ramón Ayala and Professional Bull Riding go on sale on Friday, September 30, at 10am PT at www.ticketmaster.com. Tickets for the other events announced today will go on sale at a later date and will be announced on AcrisureArena.com. Join the arena’s newsletter to receive presale information and show announcements. Additional opening week details and events will be shared in the coming weeks. “Our goal is to present a diverse mix of events that appeal to everyone in the Coachella Valley,” said John Bolton, Acrisure Arena’s SVP & General manager. “From the iconic American rock band Journey to Norteno legend Ramón Ayala to the best in children’s programming and family entertainment events, we are aiming to find events for all age groups.  We are also excited to announce a long-term relationship with PBR- Professional Bull Riders to bring their epic events to Acrisure Arena every year – on their way to the PBR World Finals in Las Vegas.” In addition to the new shows announced today in Indio, CA, the event featured mechanical bull rides, in celebration of PBR, and also showcased a live performance by students and educators from Academy of Musical Performance (AMP), a local “rock band” style education program focused on musical performance and concert production training. Arriving at Acrisure Arena on January 11 and 12 is Sesame Street Live! Make Your Magic, the live touring show based on Sesame Street. For almost 40 years, Sesame Street Live! has thrilled audiences across the country with its famous cast, fabulous original music, and contagious movement. Families come face to face with lovable Sesame Street pals in an interactive spectacle that brings everyone to their feet—little and big, feathered, and furry. Sesame Street Live! mixes laughter with age-appropriate lessons such as “Make Your Magic,” which delivers awe-inspiring illusions with a side of self-discovery: Elmo learns that with perseverance and practice, nothing can stand between you and your dream. In the electrifying “Make Your Magic” Sesame characters get kids out of their seats to shout, sing, and boogie: just the thing to activate growing bodies and brains. Experience the most exciting part of rodeo action up close with Professional Bull Riding. Heading to the arena for a two-day event February 10 & 11, come and see the toughest cowboys take on the biggest bulls in a challenge of strength and resilience. The Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour showcases the top rodeo athletes from all around the country as they compete for the winning ride. Bull riding is among the most recognized and exciting rodeo events where riders compete to maintain their balance on a bucking bull for a particular amount time – generally eight seconds. Viewed as probably the most dangerous of the rodeo sports, competing on the Bull Riding Tour calls for flexibility, balance, coordination, and a lot of courage. Master accordionist, vocalist, and songwriter, Ramón Ayala comes to Acrisure Arena on February 26. With a career that spans over 40 years, conjunto superstar Ayala has defined norteño music with signature songs and definitive instrumental styling that have made him a superstar on both sides of the El Rio Grande. Ayala has recorded an astonishing 105 albums shattering sales records and becoming a legend of the beloved regional genres. A consummate showman and recipient of a Grammy for his renowned live shows, Ayala, continues to dazzle fans with his virtuosic accordion playing at his energetic performances. On February 24, the iconic Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike’s to Acrisure Arena! Your favorite Globetrotter stars are showing off their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and delivering a non-stop LOL good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winningest team!  In 2023, every fan is getting in on this action…that means YOU, so get ready! It’s GLOBETROTTER game time! The diamond-selling Rock & Roll Hall of Famers, Journey, will bring very special guest TOTO to the stage at Acrisure Arena on April 25. Tickets will be onsale Friday, October 21, 10am. Known for its catalog of chart-topping, decade-spanning anthems, including “Don’t Stop Believin’,” “Any Way You Want It,” “Faithfully,” “Lights,” and more. One of rock music’s most influential icons, Journey features founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist), Jonathan

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