Realtor Keith Blomgren Wins Race

When they're not selling homes in the Coachella Valley, Realtors Keith Blomgren and his dad Bruce Blomgren are race car enthusiasts. It runs in their blood. Keith's grandfather Jim Blomgren was a NASCAR driver in the 1950s and '60s.

Keith recently won the April 11th Stock Car Race in the Pro 4 Division at the Orange Show Speedway. You can watch him race for a second trophy on Saturday, May 23rd, again at the Orange Show Speedway in San Bernardino.

Admission is $10 per person, $8 for seniors, military and students. Kids 10 and under are free.

Contact Deanna Ray at 674-3452 for additional information and to RSVP.

The Late Sidney Sheldon's Palm Springs Compound For Sale

Windermere Realtors Scott Palermo and Jim Sanak open the doors to the late Sidney Sheldon's Palm Springs Compound, located at 425 W. Via Lola in Old Las Palmas. The compound includes three homes, available together or seperately.

The Sidney Sheldon Estate (below) is where the author wrote each of his 18 best-selling novels. Sheldon was also the creator of the popular 1960s television shows "I Dream Of Jeannie" and "The Patty Duke Show," among other achievments.



Modern double doors open to reveal the home's courtyard.



Inside the Mid-Century modern estate designed by, the equally legendary, Arthur Elrod.

Poolside view of the San Jacinto Mountains.

In the author's 2-bedroom casita/home office.

To see the famous yellow room Jim Sanak mentions, you'll need to visit the estate. To view additional photos, visit http://www.thesheldoncompound.com/.

Asking prices:
The Sidney Sheldon Estate $1,700,000.
The Former Rockefeller Estate $1,900,000 (located next door).
Running Water Estate $2,200,000 (across the street).

The three homes are shown, by appointment, to qualified buyers. To contact the agents visit: http://www.scottandjimhomes.com/.

The Former Rockefeller Estate

The former Rockefeller Estate is part of the late Sidney Sheldon's Palm Springs Compound, which is now on the market. The compound includes three homes which can be purchased together or seperately. Windermere listing agents, Scott Palermo and Jim Sanak, discuss some of the highlights of the estate in the videos below.




Realtors Scott Palermo and Jim Sanak in the large front yard.

Jim Sanak in the enormous back yard with enormous views. The pool house even has a rooftop deck.

Scott Palermo mentions that former neighbors included Dinah Shore and Kirk Douglas.

To view additional photos, visit http://www.thesheldoncompound.com/.

Asking prices: The Sidney Sheldon Estate $1,700,000.
The Former Rockefeller Estate $1,900,000 (located next door).
Running Water Estate $2,200,000 (across the street).
The three homes are shown, by appointment, to qualified buyers. To contact the agents visit: http://www.scottandjimhomes.com/.

Sidney Sheldon's Running Water Estate

The late Sidney Sheldon's Running Water Estate was used exclusively as a five bedroom, six and half bath guesthouse! Realtors Scott Palermo and Jim Sanak offer a video tour of the property which is one of the homes that makes up the author's Compound.

Like many homes in the area, the pool is in the completely private and gated front yard.



The Suit of Armor isn't for sale, but everything's negotiable.



The backyard is an amazing Living Desert-style oasis.

To view additional photos, visit http://www.thesheldoncompound.com/.

Asking prices:
The Sidney Sheldon Estate $1,700,000.
The Former Rockefeller Estate $1,900,000 (located next door).
Running Water Estate $2,200,000 (across the street).

The three homes are shown, by appointment, to qualified buyers. To contact the agents visit: http://www.scottandjimhomes.com/.

RELAY Is Almost Like Having A Personal Assistant

Realtor Mark Wolfe, who works in the Rancho Mirage office, has been using RELAY for three years now and uses it almost like a personal assistant. Mark has logged in and used it while in Morocco on vacation, in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean (while on a cruise) and in a client’s living room.

A RELAY® testimonial from one of Mark’s clients:

“I am very satisfied with the current state of my transaction. Mark Wolfe helped us through a very difficult and challenging transaction with the utmost professionalism and care. It was nice to be able to trust and rely on him to take care of all the details throughout the entire process. We also appreciate the fact that he really listens and tries to come up with an optimal plan. He is definitely an "out of the box" thinker.” - Alan Wu

Where did this testimonial come from?

Buyers and sellers participating in RELAY® transactions can update you on their satisfaction with the progress of this transaction at any time through the Customer Satisfaction tab on their RELAY® transaction screen.

What are my clients choices? Clients can select from three choices:

- I am very satisfied with the current state of my transaction.
- I feel neutral about the current state of my transaction.
- I am very dissatisfied with the current state of my transaction

They can also enter their own comments, questions, or replies in a text box below their selection.

Who receives these reports?
Any agents participating on your side of the transaction, as well as their site’s customer service. This is just one of the many benefits of using RELAY.

After watching the video, your broker and office manager will be glad to answer all of your questions.

If you have a question for Mark you can reach him at:
Cell/Direct: 760-285-9900
Email: mark@desertwolfe.com
Web Site: www.MarkWolfe.MyWindermere.com

Lynda Stefani Relies On RELAY To Improve Customer Satisfaction

Windermere agent Lynda Stefani, who works in the Palm Desert, Cook and Hovley office, has been using RELAY (the online transaction management tool) for over a year. Her broker, Emily DiSimone, also uses RELAY, when working with Lynda's files and they both swear by it.

In the video Emily and Lynda explains why your clients will love it too.

If you have questions about the program feel free to ask Emily, your broker or your office manager. If you have a question for Lynda, you can reach her below:

Cell/Direct: 760-406-1063
Email: lstefani@windermere.com
Web Site: www.stefanirealty.com