January
Insurance Segment – January 31, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Insurance Segment
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ASCEND INSURANCE w/ Dennis Van Buskirk re; re: 36917 Cook St., #101, Palm Desert, CA. 92211. In University Village.
– REPORT on his family and their Christmas.
– DISCUSSION of what he’s doing the “most” of now…helping folks find insurance because MORE companies are leaving CA left and right. i.e. Kemper and Nationwide. So there are fewer companies to choose from. So many companies have STOPPED writing insurance in CA. Nationwide has closed their doors to new business. Dennis can move these folks to other insurance companies. Companies are getting more aggressive.
– REPORT that his staff includes his son and another new employee and he still needs a couple more. Dennis will train anyone new.
– QUESTION “JOEY PALS”
1. How dependable are the life insurance companies that advertise on TV? (Everyone advertising on TV MUST HAVE A LICENSE # someone in the small print. Then it is a legitimate business. Better to work w/ a LOCAL PERSON, i.e. Dennis. You can apply for a life insurance police ON LINE. No physical w/ a policy up to $2 Million term insurance!!!! Least expensive.)
– DISCUSSION DO NOT BUY MORTGAGE PROTECTION, buy life insurance because mortgage insurance death benefit goes down w/ your home equity, BUT YOUR PAYMENT WON’T.
2. Do I need high limits to protect me if I’m a LYFT or UBER driver? (Drivers usually know the rules, they need extra coverage when you bring someone else into your vehicle. Drivers are independent contractors.)
3. What about “driverless” cars? (There’s a button to push IN THE CAR and the owner of the car is libel for accidents, tickets, etc.)
– REPORT on “Gap Insurance” that is sold @ the dealership for the differences in the price you pay and the immediate loss of value when you drive off the lot. Cheaper to buy “Gap Insurance” from your Insurance provider, rather than the dealership.
– REPORT on how Dennis is an independent broker and still has more agencies he can write with than other insurance agents.
– REPORT that Dennis’s clients are getting letters of cancellation. Dennis wants you to stay w/ the same company if you can. Other carriers are usually more expensive.
– DISCUSSION that Dennis is now writing a lot of insurance for manufactured homes and vacation rental properties. Rates are going up.
– REPORT that NOW IF YOU ARE ONE DAY LATE paying your premium, the insurance companies will probably NOT RENEW YOU.)
– REPORT that there are NO BROKERAGE FEES @ Ascend.
– REPORT that when you have an incident, CALL DENNIS FIRST before you call the Insurance Company and it goes on your record.
– REPORT that he writes a lot for Canadians.
– REPORT that the whole office is bi-lingual.
– REPORT that the office does the paperwork…a lot of it on-line and over the phone. Fill out the form on the front page of the website and Dennis will give you a quote about anything you need.
– REPORT that he also writes commercial policies.
– (contact info; www.ascendins.com and (760) 341-3477.)
Dennis
Walter Clark Legal Group Segment – January 31, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Walter Clark Legal Group Segment
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WALTER CLARK LEGAL GROUP w/ Scott Saunders re: 71861 CA. Hwy 111. Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– MISSION STATEMENT; Representing people who would otherwise NOT be represented in a fight against an insurance company. He advances the funds for the litigation and doesn’t collect unless he wins.
– DISCUSSION of his commitment to serving the community and where it came from. He believes Democracy cannot succeed w/out education.
He is committed to helping change this, especially in the East Valley.
– QUESTIONS from Joey Pals.
1. Can a victim of the LA Fires sue the govt/city/county/state for not being prepared for put out the fires? (Only in limited situations. Gov’t is immune to prosecution. 6-month deadline after the event. It’s a specialty called “government claims” for dangerous conditions of public property.)
2. Can you sue the Insurance Company that dropped you? (No that contract is null and void).
– DISCUSSION of all the CV charities that are supporting the fire victims.
– DISCUSSION of all the types of cases he handles.
– REPORT on the list of all the services Walter Clark Legal Group offers are on the website.
– (contact info: www.walterclark.com and (760) 777-7777)
Scott
Real Estate Segment – January 31, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Real Estate Segment
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BRADY SANDAHL REAL ESTATE GROUP/KELLER WILLIAMS LUXURY HOMES w/ Brady Sandahl re: 70005 Mirage Cove Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group/Keller Williams Luxury Homes has three offices; Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage and La Quinta. Part of the largest real estate sales force on the planet. More agents around the globe than any other brand.
– REPORT that his team is SELECTIVE AND SENSITIVE. Nothing if foreign to Brady’s team.
– DISCUSSION of how people are up at night worrying. Give Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group a call.
– REPORT that so far during 2024 there were over 20 homes sold EVERY DAY IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY. Every time a property is sold, it puts 19 people to work.
– DISCUSSION that over the years Brady has sold everywhere in the CV and now has extended his reach outside of the CV and the State of CA.
– FINANCIAL REPORT – The media is not reporting things you can believe. The reality is VERY DIFFERENT than what is being reported. A “message” designed to cause you to act in a certain way. A “money grab”.
1. How can we buy a house? (Anyone can buy a home as long as they can qualify or have the cash in the bank)
– REPORT that the idea is to understand what buyers time frame is.
– CLARIFICATION of the commission process. GREAT.
– REPORT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group conducts REALLY GOOD CONVERSATIONS w/ both buyers and sellers. Information must be clearer than ever before.
– REPORT on the family dynamic of home buyers.
– OBVIOUSLY it is more expensive to live today.
– REPORT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group will close more homes in ’24 than in ’23. Last year they were the only team to close over $200 Million.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group has been voted #1 – HIGHEST PRODUCING TEAM – for FIVE YEARS. All types of reasons come into play about why folks sell. Google shows Brady Sandahl has over 350 Five-star reviews.
– REPORT that you MUST NOT, SHOULD NOT depend on Zillow. You are directed to an agent that has paid Zillow for that lead.
– BRADY is the local educator for the Coachella Valley.
– (contact info: www.bradysandahl.com and (760) 656-6052).
Brady
“Talk of Stars” Segment – January 30, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Debradawn Shockey re; Actress, Costume designer.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood, family, schooling, grades, travels and interests. www.ramonabowl.com.
young Debradawn
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – January 30, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Debradawn Shockey re; Actress, Costume designer.
– DISCUSSION of her travels to different states w/ her family, her schooling and the development of her career. College, marriage, children.
– REPORT on Helen Hunt Jackson and her fight for the fair treatment of Native Americans. Her book “A Century of Dishonor” and her novel “Ramona” helping the Native Americans cause more than any writings in the 19th Century.
Debradawn on stage in “Ramona”
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – January 30, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Debradawn Shockey re; Actress, Costume designer.
– REPORT on the 2025 Ramona Pageant in Hemet. April 26 to May 11.
– REPORT on the 102nd Season of Ramona. Open-air play breathes life into Helen Hunt Jackson’s 1884 novel’s characters from her book “Ramona”. Details of the struggles and triumphs of Ramona and her world. Check out this sizzle real.
youtu.be/JQzJAYyHJVA?si=U9e-gGKAZOFI4g9F
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. April 26, 27, and May 3,4 and 10, 11th. “Ramona Outdoor Play” @ the Ramona Bowl Amphitheatre. 27400 Ramona Bowl Rd., Hemet, CA. 92544. Tickets @ www.ramonabowl.com.
– REPORT on the GoFundMe page for Helen Hunt Jackson’s Star on the Palm Springs Walk of the Stars. gofund.me/f0859fcc
Flier for “Ramona”
Mid-Century Moderns, The Musical Segment – January 29, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Mid-Century Moderns, The Musical Segment
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MID-CENTURY MODERNS w/ Dan Gelfand re: @ Revolution Stage Company, 611 S. Palm Cyn., P.S.
– REPORT on shows; 5 performances dates & times;
1. Sat., Feb., 22 @ 2 PM
2. Sun., Feb., 23 @ 2 PM
3. Fri., Mar., 7 @ 7 PM
4. Sun., Mar., 9 @ 2 PM
5. Sat., Mar., 22 @ 2 PM
– REPORT that this was written and directed by Mark Christopher; produced by Mark Christopher and Dan Gelfand.
– REPORT that it’s the longest-running musical comedy currently playing in the CV.
– TICKETS @ www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
Dan
Just Fabulous Segment – January 29, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Just Fabulous Segment
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JUST FABULOUS w/ Stephen Monkarsh re; 515 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Stuie A4 Palm Springs.
– REPORT that this store is where vibrant mid-century modern world of P.S. meets contemporary.
– REPORT on the fabulous décor.
– REPORT on the Home Boutique Collection.
– HOLD THE DATE:
1. FEB., 15; 2 – 4 PM Assouline “Palm Springs” book signing and branded corner opening @ Just Fabulous.
2. FEB.,, 16; 2 – 4 PM “Designing Aspen, the Houses of Rowland & Broughton” book signing w/ the authors.
– (contact info: www.bjustfabulous.com and (760) 864-1300).
Stephen
Eisenhower Health Segment – January 29, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Eisenhower Health Segment
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EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Scott Strech and Lynn Fishel re: 68910 Adelina Road, Cathedral City, CA. 92234.
– HOLD THE DATE:
1. Sat., Feb., 22, 4th FREE Annual Eisenhower Health Cardiovascular Institute Symposium; 8 AM – 4:30 PM. At the Annenberg Health Sciences Building @ Eisenhower; 39000 Bob Hope Dr., R. M. 92270.
– DISCUSSION of this being an accredited educational activity featuring advances in Cardio, Vascular and Thoracic medicine.
– REPORT on the new size of pacemakers.
– REPORT that open heart surgery is practically NOT needed any more.
– (contact info: www.eisenhowerhealth.org and (760) 340-3911).
Scott and Lynn
Christopher Kennedy Interior Design Segment – January 28, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Christopher Kennedy Interior Design Segment
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CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY INTERIOR DESIGN w/ Christopher Kennedy re; The Festival Plaza @ 707 Tahquitz Cyn., Palm Springs.
– REPORT on how New Year’s Eve @ Canopy Wine Lounge was. www.canopywinelounge.com.
– DEFINITION of the 80’s style.
– DISCUSSION that many of his clients are NOW BACK TO THE DESERT wanting their houses finished.
– UPDATE on his latest project, 5 Presidential suites @ the Hilton Palm Springs.
– DISCUSSION of how to decide what to do OVER.
– DISCUSSION of how he “guides” his clients and honors the past but incorporates the technology etc., of the present and future.
– REPORT that he has finished the latest project and is starting new ones. Check out the website.
– (contact info; www.christopherkennedy.com and (760 325-3214).
Christopher
