Michael Kassinger

Michael Kassinger has had a long and successful career in every aspect of the real estate and development industries. He has been a resident of Palm Springs since 1978. In the ensuing nearly 40 years, Michael has made significant contributions to the city in a variety of areas. Michael became involved in the development and construction in many Palm Springs projects during the 1980s such as the 120, 000 square foot Courtyard at 777 East Tahquitz Canyon Way, The Bank of Palm Springs, and the Steve Chase Wing of the Palm Springs Art Museum with renowned architect E. Stewart Williams. Michael has been on the Planning Commission for the Agua Band of Cahuilla Indians for 4 years. After becoming a realtor, given his experience in commercial development, he specialized in hotel sales such as The Ace, Caliente Tropic, Le Horizon, 7 Springs, Melvyn’s/Ingleside Inn, Villa Royale, The Sands to name a few. After completing some of his clients transactions they requested further representation in areas outside of the Coachella Valley to such areas as Las Vegas, Nevada, San Diego, CA , Phoenix, AZ and El Paso, Texas. Together with partner, Scott Timberlake, Realty Trust has become a respected and valued member of the community with deep ties and working relationships with the business, civic, cultural, and preservation entities of Palm Springs. Michael received his degree in Business Management from Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada.