About STEVEN Thomson
Meet Steve
At the age of 24, fresh out of university, I made my first property purchase in Glasgow, Scotland. This was the beginning of a decade-long journey, during which I acquired and meticulously remodeled over 30 properties, building a diverse and valuable rental portfolio. My hands-on approach to renovation and my eye for detail quickly set me apart in the competitive property market.
In 1999, I relocated to Cape Town, South Africa, where I saw an opportunity to do more than just develop properties—I recognized a pressing need for addiction treatment facilities. Driven by a sense of purpose, I began acquiring and transforming properties into state-of-the-art addiction treatment centers. Over the next 15 years, I established South Africa’s largest privately-owned continuum of care for addiction treatment culminating in a 50 bed psychiatric facility, combining my passion for property development with a mission to create life-changing environments.
In 2017, I moved to Palm Springs, California, where my love for real estate continues to thrive. My approach at Panga Properties is straightforward: I cut through the nonsense and focus on delivering high-quality renovations with integrity and transparency. With decades of experience across continents, I understand the value of blending vision with practicality, and I pride myself on getting things done—efficiently and expertly.
At Panga Properties, we believe in taking the complexity out of property renovation, offering clients a no-nonsense, hands-on service that brings their vision to life.
Meet Bolt – Our Favorite Property Manager
Bolt, our beloved pitbull-labrador mix, hails all the way from South Africa and has become an irreplaceable member of the Panga Properties team. With his sharp instincts and a love for checking in on every job site, Bolt ensures that every renovation is executed flawlessly—or at least, he likes to think so!
When he's not supervising the work, Bolt can be found mingling with the team, always ready to share a lunch (or steal a snack) and spread some love. He’s a master of begging, but with a face like his, who can say no? Bolt’s affectionate nature brings a little extra joy to every project, reminding us that even in the busiest times, there’s always room for a tail wag and a belly rub.
At Panga Properties, Bolt’s the heart of the operation—keeping spirits high and making sure every job site feels like home.