Ray Jackson
Vice President of Sales

Wow - what a great season we had at Toscana! As we begin the summer, we would like to reflect on all the 2013 activity in the Toscana Sales Center.

Through May, there have been over 2,800 guests visit the Sales Center. In addition, there have been 31 real estate sales so far in 2013 for over $48,000,000 in total sales volume.A big Thank You to all the brokers who have participated with the Toscana Team

See below for the complete summary of the sales activity and other highlights:

• 21 resale homes and estate homesites
• 7 new Sunrise homesites for to-be-built homes.
• 3 new completed or under construction Sunrise Signature Homes.
• 22 Sunrise Homes under construction.

In addition to participating in resale transactions, don't forget that You can benefit from the renewed interest in homebuilding as well! We have a great program in place to reward Realtors for selling new to-be-built homes: you will be paid a 3% commission on the price of the homesite and the base price of the home at the homesite closing, NOT at the end of construction. Please contact me or one of our Sales Executives for more information.

Click here to read more about our Broker Program and to register your clients online.

Have a wonderful summer and if we can assist you in any of your real estate needs, please do not hesitate to contact us. Our office will be open and staffed seven days a week including holidays.

76-518 Via Chianti ▪ 921 Italianate
4,930 Square Feet ▪ $2,595,000

76-202 Via Cortona ▪ 623 Early California
4,064 Square Feet ▪ $1,525,000

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.

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.

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.

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.