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By Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR, The Dineen Shanstrom Group at Equity Union  ·  September 8, 2026The short versionThe 30-year fixed mortgage sits around 6.74 percent as of

Coachella Valley Housing Market Update: August 2026 (And Why the Median Is Misleading)By Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR, The Dineen Shanstrom Group at Equity UnionSeptember 4, 2026  | 

Mortgage Rates Near a One-Year High: What It Means for Coachella Valley Buyers and SellersBy Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR, The Dineen Shanstrom Group at Equity Union  ·  August,

Buyer's GuideBuying a Mid-Century Modern Home in Palm SpringsThe architects, the neighborhoods, and what to actually check before you buy an Alexander.Published August 2026 · By Jared Dineen

Buyer's GuideGolf Community Living, DecodedWhat the club actually costs on top of your HOA dues, and the questions to ask before you fall for the fairway view.Published August 2026 · By Jared

Seller's GuideWhat Your Desert Home Is Actually WorthWhy the online estimate misses here, what really drives value in this valley, and how to think about timing.Published August 2026 · By

Greater Palm Springs Real Estate Market Report: July 2026Coachella Valley Housing Market Data, Updated August 2026By Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR® · The Dineen Shanstrom Group ·

Buyer & Owner AlertNew Fannie Mae Condo GuidelinesWhy HOA fees in many condo communities may rise in 2027, and what buyers need to know before they close.Updated July 2026 · By Jared

Market IntelligenceOff-Season Buying in the DesertI sorted every July closing by days on market. Two weeks got full price. Six months got 12.5 percent off. Here is where the leverage actually sits

Market IntelligenceDSRT Surf Palm DesertWhat a wave lagoon opening this summer could mean for buyers, sellers, and homeowners near Desert Willow.Updated July 2026 · By Jared Dineen Shanstrom,

Buyer's GuideDesert HOAs, DecodedWhat Coachella Valley dues actually cover, why two similar homes can be priced worlds apart to own, and what to ask before you buy.Reviewed June 2026 · By

Greater Palm Springs Real Estate Market Report: June 2026Coachella Valley Housing Market Data, Updated July 2026By Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR® · The Dineen Shanstrom Group ·

Buyer's GuideNew Construction in the Coachella ValleyWhat is actually selling right now, from Disney's Cotino to Miralon and the desert's newest 55+ communities, plus the ones that just sold out

Buyer's GuideFee Land vs Leased Land in the Coachella ValleyWhy two nearly identical desert homes can be priced worlds apart, and what to confirm about the land underneath before you buy.Reviewed

Buyer's GuideShort-Term Rental Rules in the Coachella Valley and Joshua TreeA city-by-city look at where vacation rentals are allowed, where they are limited, and where the door has closed.Updated

Design & Value  ·  Greater Palm SpringsWhy Mid-Century Modern Holds Its ValueA glass-walled house from 1958 can outprice a much newer build down the street. In the desert, that

Market Note  ·  Buying in 2026Should You Wait for Lower Rates?It is the question I hear most often right now. Here is a straight answer, with what the market is actually doing

Market Note  ·  California RegulationIs California Banning Quartz Countertops?A headline has homeowners worried. The reality is narrower than the word “ban” suggests,

Second-Home Guide  ·  Greater Palm SpringsBuying a Second Home in the Coachella ValleyWhat the desert asks of a part-time owner, what it gives back, and how to choose the city and

Greater Palm Springs Real Estate Market Report: May 2026Coachella Valley Housing Market UpdatePublished June 2026 · By Jared Dineen Shanstrom, REALTOR® · The Dineen Shanstrom

Greater Palm SpringsMarch 2026 Market ReportThe Big PictureMarch was the busiest month we've seen in a while. 811 homes closed across the valley—up +9.9% from last March and +39.3% from

What $1M Buys You in the Coachella ValleyA $1M budget can go a long way in the Coachella Valley, but what that looks like depends heavily on where you buy, what type of property you want, and how

February 2026: More Inventory, But the Market Is Still MovingThe February housing data across the Greater Palm Springs area tells a story that is becoming increasingly familiar in today’s real

💸 Local Rebate Guide • Greater Palm SpringsGreater Palm Springs Homeowner Rebate GuideSave on turf removal, water efficiency, HVAC, EV chargers, solar and more.If you own a home in the

Once upon a time, selling a home started with mowing the lawn, planting fresh flowers, and making sure the porch light was just right. Curb appeal was everything. It was your first impression. But

We all know that first impressions are important, but many don’t know that they are crucial when it comes to selling a home. That’s where home staging comes in. Home staging is the

What Homeowners and Buyers Need to Know The recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank has had a significant impact the banking system, causing concern among homeowners and home buyers.

In-Depth Analysis of December 2023 Real Estate Market TrendsMedian and Average Sales Prices Dynamics: The real estate market in December 2023 presented a nuanced picture regarding property

Keeping a pulse on the Coachella Valley’s real estate market is essential for anyone involved in the housing industry, both from a potential buyer’s perspective and as well as a seller

Keeping a pulse on the Coachella Valley’s real estate market is essential for anyone involved in the housing industry, both from a potential buyer’s perspective and as well as a seller

Are you dreaming of owning property in the breathtaking desert oasis of Palm Springs? As you embark on your homebuying journey, you might encounter a unique concept: purchasing a property on leased

Coachella Valley Real Estate Market Update: February 2024Welcome to our deep dive into the Coachella Valley’s real estate dynamics, this month we look back at February 2024 where we unpack the

 March 2024 Coachella Valley Real Estate Trends: A Vibrant Landscape EmergingAs spring blossoms in Coachella Valley and we wrap up March 2024, the local real estate market reflects the season

January 2024 City-by-City BreakdownPalm Springs:The median sales price for single-family homes in January 2024 surged to $1,237,526, boasting a 70% month-over-month increase.A perfect sale to list

What the NAR Settlement Means for Buyers and SellersWhat Was It?The NAR settlement addresses an antitrust lawsuit suggesting that certain industry practices have kept commission rates higher than

Coachella Valley Real Estate Market Update - June 2024As summer heats up, the Coachella Valley real estate market shows some intriguing trends. Here’s a detailed look at how single-family

How Interest Rate Cuts Impact the Coachella Valley Real Estate MarketAs a REALTOR® serving the Coachella Valley, I’ve been closely following the lead-up to the Federal Reserve’s

Coachella Valley Real Estate Market Update - August 2024Valley Wide Market OverviewThe Coachella Valley real estate market in August 2024 showcased varied trends across its,

Coachella Valley Real Estate Market Update - July 2024As summer boils on, the Coachella Valley real estate market continues to show intriguing trends. Here’s a detailed look at how single

Coachella Valley Real Estate Market Update - September 2024Valley Wide Market OverviewThe Coachella Valley real estate market in September 2024 revealed some significant shifts

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The Coachella Valley real estate market, both for single-family homes and condos, is navigating a period of adjustment as rising inventory and a slower pace of sales redefine market dynamics. In the