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Short Sale Transactions from Westlake to Santa Maria
March 3rd, 2010 by Sher Hann Categories: Oak park
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The Santa Maria Mountains
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Tax Credits for Replacing Heating and Cooling Systems
February 25th, 2010 by Rob Jordan Categories: Agoura, Agoura Hills, Agoura Valley Ranch, Oak park, Old Agoura
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Tax Credits for Replacing Heating and Cooling Systems
By: Rob Jordan
Upgrading to an energy-efficient heating and cooling system can save hundreds on your utility bills and earn you a tax credit worth as much as $1,500.
Replacing an aging heating and cooling system can save you money over time. According to Energy Star, a federal program that promotes energy efficiency, about half of what the average household spends on energy bills goes toward heating and cooling.
Upgrading your heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) to energy-efficient units can cut utility costs by about 20%, or $200 annually, on average. A tax credit for heating and cooling systems can make the project more affordable.
You’re going to enhance a home’s saleability by moving to a more energy-efficient heating and cooling system. That doesn’t mean adding a $5,000 furnace will add $5,000 to the sale price. Rather, potential buyers are less likely to push for repairs or negotiate a credit if the HVAC is in good shape.
GETTING TAX CREDIT FOR YOUR UPGRADES
The federal energy tax credit is based on 30% of the cost of an eligible HVAC system. Installation charges count too. A $5,000 bill would max out the credit. You’ll need to owe more in taxes than you’re trying to claim in credits to qualify. Use IRS Form 5695. Save receipts for your records, as well as manufacturers’ certification statements. If part of a new HVAC system qualifies for the credit but another part doesn’t, ask the contractor to itemize the receipt.
Only improvements to your existing primary residence count.
This article provided by Rob Jordan, energetic Realtor specializing in Agoura, Oak Park and Westlake Village. He can be reached at 818 237 4425, or Email Rob.
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First Time and Repeat Buyer Tax Credits to Expire
February 12th, 2010 by Rob Jordan Categories: Agoura, Agoura Hills, Agoura Valley Ranch, Oak park
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These credits will soon disappear…
By: Rob Jordan
First time buyers are entitled to received a tax credit of up to $8,000 if they purchase a home prior to June 30, 2010. But the window of opportunity is closing. The home must be in escrow by April 30, 2010.
This is a true cash credit you can deduct right off your taxes. And if you don’t owe $8,000 in taxes, you even get the money back from the IRS!
The rules are simple:
1. Be a first time buyer.
2. Buy a new home.
3. Meet the income requirements (up to $145,000 individual; $245,000 couple).
4. Get the credit!
For first time, low to mid range buyers, this is great opportunity. Say you’re buying a home for $400,000, using FHA financing (3.5% down). Your down payment is $14,000. But you get the $8,000 back on your taxes. So your net out of pocket is only $6,000! Wow! In the Agoura, Oak Park and Westlake Village areas, there are lots of wonderful homes in all price ranges that are terrific candidates for first time buyers.
There is a similar credit for move-up buyers, to a maximum of $6,500. So even if you sell they buy, you may be entitled to a tax credit. Consult your tax advisor to see how this program affects your individual situation.
Information provided by Rob Jordan, Estate Agent at Ewing and Associates/Sotheby’s International Realty. Specializing in Agoura/Oak Park/Westake Villae sales and leases. Contact Rob at 818.237.4425,or email to rob@robjordanhomes.com
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10 Things to do on a Rainy Day
February 5th, 2010 by Sher Hann Categories: Oak park
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By: Sher Hann
Ten Things You Can Do on a Rainy Day
1. Read a book or the Wall Street Journal.
2. Cook dinner in your Crockpot.
3. Create a Picasa photo album with family photos.
4. Sew on missing buttons.
5. Do a crossword puzzle.
6. Fix something around the house.
7. Catch up on thank-you notes on real cards instead of sending them via e-mail.
8. Part your hair on the opposite side.
9. Catch up with friends on Facebook.
10. Get down on the floor and play with your kids or your dog.
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Agoura Hills Amphicar
December 23rd, 2009 by Irma Haldane Categories: Agoura, Agoura Hills, Agoura Valley Ranch, Oak park, Three Springs
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By: Irma Haldane
Pam D' Ambrosio (left) Alan Woodcock (right)
Pam D’ Ambrosio, from the Ewing & Assoc. Sotheby’s Agoura Office and her husband, Alan Woodcock, enjoy an adventure on the lake in their restored Amphicar. Many hours went into the restoration of this unique amphibious car/boat and they do get many curious stares when they are out on the lake. Their friends enjoy going along for the ride too.
The Amphian was built in Germany in the 60’s and has a Triumph Herald engine. It is referred to as the Model 770 – 7 knots on the water and 70 miles on the road. The car is put into gear (a stick shift gear) when going down the boat ramp and that switches it to the propellers and you are “going swimming” in the lake.
When in the water, the car gets many lookers and as well as questions. Pam and Alan have fun with the car and will at time tell other boaters “We’re lost, do you know where the freeway is?”.
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Oak Park Farmers’ Market
December 18th, 2009 by Sher Hann Categories: Oak park
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Fresh Produce at the Oak Park Farmers Market
Just a Reminder…
By: Sher Hann
Every Saturday from 9am – 1pm Oak Park hosts a local farmers market at 706 Lindero Canyon. If you’re looking for fresh produce to cook up, visit the Oak Park Farmers’ Market.
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Oak Park’s Discover Kindergarten Program
December 16th, 2009 by Rob Jordan Categories: Oak park
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An Alternative to Traditional Kindergarten
Hands on Learning
By: Rob Jordan
Rather than focusing on pre-reading, pre-writing and pre-arithmetic, students in Oak Park’s Discover Kindergarten might be found in their garden planting bulbs or trimming flowers, skills that involve counting, developing fine motor skills and other basics they’ll need in school. Sort of learning without sitting at a desk with a book, paper and pencil. Discover Kindergarten is located on the campus with Red Oak Elementary and currently has 2 classes of 18 students. Computers, music and physical education are part of daily activities. In addition to on-campus learning, the students enjoy field trips to the Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza, the library and a local farm. For information, call 818 735-3253.
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Rob Jordan is an Estate Agent with Sotheby’s International Realtors/Ewing and Associates at 818.237.4425.
Oak Park Water Rates Rise
December 10th, 2009 by Rob Jordan Categories: Oak park
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January’s Oak Park Water service will charge more for water
By: Rob Jordan
After a 27% increase in September, Oak Park residents will see another 22% increase in water rates starting in January. The funds will help finance a new $8 million Oak Park water tank that will begin work in the spring.
Residents and businesses are urged to reduce their water use by 15% between now and June 30, 2010 or the district must pay as much as $1 million in fines.
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Thousand Oaks Auto Mall Renovation
December 9th, 2009 by Sheri Karp Categories: North Ranch, Oak park, Westlake Village
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Thousand Oaks Auto Mall to see some construction changes
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Sheri Karp
The Thousand Oaks City Council voted unanimously to increase parking spaces and create an ad hoc committee to take a look at revitalizing the exterior of what was once called the world’s largest Auto Mall. The proposed plan will cost $8.5 million and provide 364 more parking spaces and a widening of public street.
The recommended parking improvement plan will cost $8.5 million and provide 364 more parking spaces. It will also widen the public streets and add angled parking and speed bumps to slow traffic. Phase I will cost $5 million and create 190 new parking spaces.
The Auto Mall is the largest single source of city sales tax and generates 25 percent of the city’s general fund.
Stay tuned for more information as this develops.
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Movie Theaters Coming to the Lakes?
December 1st, 2009 by Rob Jordan Categories: Oak park, Three Springs, Westlake Village
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The Lakes may soon offer a movie theater
The Lakes
By: Rob Jordan
The City of Thousand Oaks is looking at the possibility of adding a movie/entertainment complex to bolster the financial performance of the Lakes shopping center adjacent to the Civic Arts Plaza. The 2-stage project was always planned to include an entertainment component, but only the first phase of shops and restaurants has been completed to date. An outside study concluded that more parking and a cinema would make the center more appealing and accessible. A more formal tie-in with the neighboring Civic Arts Plaza might also boost activity. Nate and Al’s delicatessen is the newest tenant to open at the Lakes. Drop by for a scrumptious meal!
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