February 2011

Headlines

Toscana leads Desert with 25 total sales in 2010 . . . read more

Extra 1% commission (3.5% total) offered for a limited time on all completed new homes at Toscana . . . . . read more

Toscana offers all Realtors 3% commission on new to be built home sales paid BEFORE construction starts . . .read more

Charlene Brinson joins Toscana onsite Sales Team . . .  read more

Plus much more great information . . . read more

 

25 TOTAL SALES IN 2010 & 4 SO FAR IN 2011!




Ray Jackson
Vice President of Sales

Toscana continues to lead as the choice for a luxury home community offering your clients an incredible private club lifestyle and a great selection of homes.  Words and phrases that our Members use to describe Toscana are "it just feels right", energetic, friendly, young, "piece of paradise", oasis, special and a new, young Club.  We encourage you to visit Toscana with your clients so they can experience what ultimately led 25 to purchase a home or homesite at Toscana in 2010.

  • 15 Resale Transactions
  • 10 New Home Sales (8 completed homes, 2 homes to be built)
  • $42,265,750 in total volume

We had one of the best sales years for luxury home communities in the Desert and the interest in Toscana is strong.  The new year is off to a great start and we have seen a significant increase in the number of guests visiting us in the Sales Center and there are 4 sales pending already this year
 

Extra 1% Commission on Available & Completed New Homes


In preparation to start six new Sunrise Signature homes that will be available in 2012, we are offering a special incentive on our three completed Signature Homes.  Until March 15, 2011, earn an additional 1% commission (3.5% total) for selling the homes below!  These homes are in immaculate condition and feature beautiful interior finishes and custom items.  Please click the photos for the MLS listing.

76-250 Via Firenze

623 Tuscan

4,064 square feet

Offered at $1,550,000

   

 

75-716 Via Cortona

721 Early California

4,546 square feet

Offered at $1,750,000

 

   

 

76-379 Via Saturnia

South Facing

921 Italianate

4,916 square feet

Offered at $2,750,000

 

 

New Home Sales & Realtor Benefits


We are seeing a lot of interest in building homes again and have just started construction on two new homes for families from Canada.

Many guests have indicated that they are ready build their dream home now!  We have a great program in place to reward Realtors for selling new homes: you will be paid a 3% commission on the sale at homesite closing, NOT at the end of construction. 

Benefits to your Clients:

  • Significant Design Center Credits . . . call for details

  • Deferred Building Program - your clients can defer building for up to 36 months

  • Deferred Membership Program - by paying 1/2 of their initiation fee, your clients can begin enjoying the Club immediately and their monthly dues will be deferred until their home is completed.

  • New homes now include many custom features including multi-slide exterior pocket doors that seamlessly blend the indoor and outdoor living spaces as shown below in our 972 Model Home.

 

Benefits to you:

  • You receive the 3% commission on the homesite price and base home price when your client closes on their homesite regardless of when they build.

  • After the close of escrow on the homesite, we then assist your client during the building process so you don't have to do any additional work.

We know your Canadian clients love sun and we have some amazing new south facing homesites with spectacular views of the Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, the Club and the Santa Rosa Mountains.  The photo below was taken from the new Phase Four, Homesite 18 which is currently available and priced at $1,350,000.

 

Charlene Brinson Joins Toscana Team

We are pleased to announce that Charlene Brinson has joined Toscana as a Sales Executive.  She brings a wealth of experience in the luxury home market and will be a great addition to our team of Judy, Jamie and Linda.

 

Charlene Brinson has over 25 years in luxury home sales with 11 in the Desert in addition to a management background encompassing commercial lending, private banking, marketing and sales. Most recently Charlene was a team member leader of The McMonigle Group in Indian Wells.  Prior to that, Charlene served as Sales Director/Broker of The Villas of Mirada in Rancho Mirage, a Senterra Real Estate Group property. Charlene brings a passion for the Desert and a strong commitment to providing exceptional service to her clients. Recognized for her leadership, vision, integrity, and overall professionalism, Brinson has been honored with the coveted Image Award from a previous brokerage firm.  Charlene enjoys spending time with her husband Keith and entertaining family and friends.

 

Portfolio of Listings


New Listings (click on photo to see the home's website)

 

76-339 Via Cortona 5,433 Sq. Ft.
$1,999,000

 

43-371 Via Orvieto 4,064 Sq. Ft.
$1,950,000

     
 

76-461 Via Chianti 2,790 Sq. Ft.
$1,270,000

  75-739 Via Cortona 3,724 Sq. Ft.
$1,795,000
   

75-848 Via Cortona 3,260 Sq. Ft.
$1,550,000

   

Current Listings

Please click here to see all the Toscana Sales Office current listings. 
 

Meet the Toscana Experts!

These are the top professionals exclusively serving the Toscana community.  Our team recognizes it is nearly impossible to be thoroughly knowledgeable about more than one market.....Toscana is our only market!  Call a Toscana Expert today - we look forward to our combined efforts in sharing our Toscana estate expertise with you.

 

Ray Jackson brings a wealth of knowledge and understanding of the luxury market with over 25 years of real estate experience in large luxury resort communities across the United States, Most recently Ray was the Vice President of Real Estate Sales for Kapalua Resort in Maui where he headed their new home and resale divisions. He understands the dynamics of both new and resale markets and has proven success in managing both divisions within one office. Ray’s leadership philosophy is to provide guidance, training and oversight to the Sales Team and to be available to navigate sellers and purchasers through the buying process. Ray and his wife Janet enjoy spending time with their children and grandson Jackson.

     
 

Judith Hamilton has over 10 years experience with Sunrise Company. Practically a desert native, Judith is originally from Kentucky, and has lived and raised her family in the Coachella Valley since 1990. You'll find Judith to be positive, enthusiastic and ready to help you with all of your Toscana real estate needs. "My goal is to exceed your expectations when it comes to customer service and work with you to achieve the best results for you." Judith's commitment to service and her ability to get the deal done have resulted in many sales that would have never happened without her. Rising early each morning Judith practices Yoga daily and focuses on a healthy desert lifestyle. She enjoys spending time with her six grandchildren.

     
 

Linda Menne has over 18 years experience in private club memberships and has been at Toscana since it opened. Prior to joining Toscana, Linda was the Membership Sales Manager at PGA West. Linda is actively involved in every aspect of the real estate sales process along with being responsible for membership sales.  She is here to assist both sellers and purchasers with their Club membership and real estate needs. Located at the Sales Center, Linda is easily available for Club tours and information on membership. As part of the Club Management team, Linda is intimately familiar with all aspects of the Club and the lifestyle choices it offers. In her leisure time, Linda is an avid horsewoman and enjoys spending time with her husband Dave.

     
 

Originally from Atlanta, Georgia, Jamie Shelton began his career as a golf professional before entering luxury real estate sales over 20 years ago. Jamie has enjoyed a highly successful career in luxury real estate sales in golf communities from the East Coast of the United States to Hawaii. Before joining Toscana, he was employed at Hokulia in Hawaii. In addition, his career includes ten years of resort sales with the George P. Mitchell Family, the original developer of The Woodlands in Texas and Bald Head Island in North Carolina. What makes Jamie an exceptional Sales Executive is that he earns the trust of his clients by taking their best interests to heart. An avid golfer and PGA Member, he and his wife Melanie enjoy playing the game in their leisure time. 

     

Sales & Membership Team


Our staff is always available to provide you with any information and assistance. 
Please contact them at 760.772.7000 or their email below.

 

Ray Jackson, Vice President of Sales
rjackson@toscanacc.com

Linda Menne, Sales Executive &
Membership Director
lmenne@toscanacc.com

Judith Hamilton, Sales Executive
jhamilton@toscanacc.com

 

 

Jamie Shelton, Sales Executive
jshelton@toscanacc.com

Charlene Brinson, Sales Executive
cbrinson@toscanacc.com

Luanne Amundson, Office Manager
lamundson@sunriseco.com

 

 

If your property is currently listed with another broker, this is not intended to be a solicitation for a listing.