
OUR STORY
With more than 80 years of combined experience in all aspects of residential and commercial real estate, Realty Trust has helped shape Palm Springs into a dynamic resort destination through its many high-profile transactions.
Scott Timberlake, Owner and CEO of Realty Trust, is a licensed Broker in California, Oregon, and Hawaii. His extensive background in real estate created the foundation upon which Realty Trust is built and provides the structure the members of the company operate within today. Scott has been involved in the ownership and restoration of several historically significant buildings in Palm Springs, which has brought a unique layer to the company's fabric and provides the clients of Realty Trust an added area of expertise. A notable example is the purchase and restoration of Kaptur Plaza, formerly Tahquitz Plaza, the home of Realty Trust's administrative offices. Scott worked closely with the original architect, Hugh Kaptur, to complete this extensive interior and exterior renovation of the expansive commercial space.
Together with Business Partner, Michael Kassinger whom has been a Palm Springs resident since 1978, Realty Trust has represented Buyers and Sellers in some of the most significant real estate transactions. Michael has been a developer, a developer's consultant, and a buyer's/seller's representative for numerous clients in Palm Springs. Michael's special skill set and services range from build-to-suit, project management, owner's representation, and construction-at-risk. The combination of Scott and Michael's skills and vast knowledge in a wide-range of real estate transactions, offers Realty Trust clients an extensive suite of services.
Commercial and Residential | Property Management Services
Real Estate Investment Consulting | Foreclosures and Short Sale Transactions
Real Estate Exchanges | Improvement and Renovation Guidance
Condominium Conversions | Marketing Expertise