March 13, 2021
Other noteworthy closings this week: Someone dropped $45 million on a Fernald Point compound; 105 oceanfront acres in Hollister Ranch; Hedgerow house that sold for $2.5 million more than it did just last summer; an architectural statement in Hope Ranch; and many more.
July 16, 2020
Plus: Actor Orlando Bloom's dog has gone missing in Montecito; cool contemporary house back on the market; free drive-in movies on Wednesdays; fairytale Hedgerow house's closing price.
July 11, 2020
If you want proof that the market is moving, look no further than these 12 notable closings from the past week, from Campanil to Torito Road.
May 28, 2020
Other noteworthy new listings: Fairytale French in the Hedgerow; ten acres where San Roque meets Mission Canyon; spec renovation with grand ambitions; ocean and mountain views above Summerland; Cape Cod house with a she-shed out back; why you need a broker.
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The bigger factor is that if an owner accepted lower (aka "market") rent, it would reduce the overall value of the property on paper. Which,… — Sean
Rich - No. They get the depreciation regardless of whether it's leased or vacant. — Jefferson A.
Depreciation. — Rich
Apzer, can you please direct me to the IRS rule where i can deduct rental losses? i have never heard of such a thing, and… — Derek
The "pedestrian mall" along state street is more like an e-bike tournament venue — Bettye Jones
Apzer, that is totally false on landlords receiving a financial benefit for vacant properties. Please don't spread misinformation. — Jefferson A.
I don't think they're all greedy but there's a financial benefit to claim a loss on a vacant property while holding out for someone to… — apzer
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