About Scott + Jim

Scott Palermo
Premier Director, Associate Broker, M.B.A.

For Scott Palermo, awards and recognition are benefits of hard work, but not its goal. "The goal," he says, "is always to get the best possible results for our clients." Widely respected among his colleagues and clients, Scott has built an outstanding reputation as a focused listener, skilled negotiator, astute business strategist and key advisor.

Scott spent seven years developing an extensive real estate client base in West Hollywood, the Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills before transferring his successful business model to the Palm Springs-Coachella Valley area, in 2006. His current and past clients include numerous celebrities and entertainment industry executives. In addition, Scott´s professional connections and strategic relationships in West Los Angeles, Santa Barbara, La Jolla/San Diego and New York City provide a constant stream of referrals that benefit his Southern California clients.

Representing sellers and buyers for more than a decade, Scott continually builds and shares his extensive knowledge of the real estate marketplace, finance, and the region´s distinctive architecture. A licensed Broker in California, Scott holds a B.S. and M.B.A. with an emphasis in Marketing from Texas Christian University.

Even as, year after year, he receives accolades for his outstanding sales performance, Scott Palermo leads his team with passion, treats his clients with courtesy and professionalism, and communicates and acts with integrity and honesty.

Jim Sanak
Premier Director, REALTOR®

"Mutual trust, clear communication and a great sense of humor are the keys to success in this business," says Jim Sanak. That approach has led to Jim´s award-winning sales and earned him an appreciative roster of repeat and referral clients.

Known as a skilled marketer, a strong negotiator and an expert on home staging, Jim emphasizes the importance of understanding and meeting the client´s needs. "We believe in building long-term relationships with our clients, and that includes showing them how to create wealth in real estate-in all market conditions."

A native of Michigan, Jim earned his B.A. from Michigan State University. Prior to entering real estate, Jim enjoyed a successful career in corporate sales and marketing, including a sales executive position with the IBM Corporation.

"SUCCESSFUL AGENTS DO THINGS OTHER AGENTS ARE UNWILLING TO DO."

SCOTT and JIM'S OUTSTANDING SALES ATTRIBUTES

• TEN years of consistent top production in Real Estate sales.
• Top 7% or better out of more than 60,000 agents.
• INTEGRITY, RELIABILITY, and HONESTY are the foundation of our business approach to all transactions.
• CONSTANT AVAILABILITY to buyers and sellers to provide the best SERVICE level in the industry.
• PERSONAL ATTENTION to every detail of the transaction to ensure the smoothest transaction possible.
• FIRST TIME HOME BUYER SPECIALISTS

ADDITIONAL OUTSTANDING SALES ATTRIBUTES

• UNIQUE, AGGRESSIVE marketing plan for sellers to ensure their listing(s) sell as quickly as possible.
• PROFESSIONAL real estate consultants who use a proactive approach to ensure a successful transaction.
• POSITIVE ATTITUDE and HARD WORK to make your real estate transaction easy and enjoyable.
• WELL-SEASONED, SKILLED NEGOTIATORS to negotiate the best deals for both buyers and sellers.

SCOTT'S EDUCATION, HONORS AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• Master of Business Administration, May 1988, Texas Christian University
• Emphasis in Marketing, G.P.A. 3.7
• Bachelor of Arts, May 1986, SUMMA CUM LAUDE undergraduate, Texas Christian University
• Chemistry Major, Biology Minor, G.P.A. 3.9, Pre-Med Curriculum
• Completed 637 hours of Continuing Professional Education courses
• Director-at-Large-Elect, Desert Estates Planning Council, Summer 2009
• Phi Beta Kappa Honorary
• American Marketing Association Business Honorary
• Beta Gamma Sigma Business Honorary
• Member of Board of Directors, Desert Estates Planning Council
• Professional Advisor’s Council, The Community Foundation
• Member, Palm Springs Regional Association of REALTORS
• Member, California Association of REALTORS
• Member, National Association of REALTORS

JIM'S EDUCATION AND ACHIEVEMENTS

• Bachelor of Arts, September 1983, Michigan State University
• Social Sciences Major, Political Science Minor
• Completed 100 hours of Client Executive Sales Training, IBM
• Corporation, IBM University, Dallas, TX 2001.
• Member, Palm Springs Regional Association of REALTORS
• Member, California Association of REALTORS
• Member, National Association of REALTORS
• Member, Desert Estates Planning Council
• Professional Advisor's Council, The Community Foundation

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