A.O.C. 8700 W Third St Beverly Grove (310) 859-9859 aocwinebar.com Since making a move to their bigger, cozier, more elegant location, Suzanne Goin and Carolyn Styne’s A.O.C. has continued to pave the way in modern Californian fine dining. Wine-focused and French-inspired, this mashup of local cuisine and European influence delivers an exceptional experience for foodies, casual diners, and serious...

With a well-established reputation for luxury, it is easy to fall in love with Beverly Hills. From exquisite neighborhood boutiques to opulent five-star hotels, Beverly Hills is a known playground for the rich and famous. Whether you take in a little world-renowned shopping on Rodeo Drive, sight celebrities at star-studded events, or indulge in lavish spa treatments, Beverly Hills more than lives up to its...

Beverly Grove, not to be confused with its neighbor, West Hollywood, is a mid-Los Angeles neighborhood that continues to see rapid change and development. What was once a quieter, older neighborhood is now a vibrant community with a growing number of condos, houses, and McMansions. This flourishing neighborhood, aptly named in part for the beautiful orchards that thrived here in the city’s youth, was...

Crowdfunding as an industry is poised to reach a value of over $300 billion by 2025, and with its real estate segment hitting roughly $3.5 billion in 2016, it should come as no surprise that online real estate marketplaces will continue to experience explosive growth. One trend that will likely play a major role in the refining and shaping of this investment sector in the year ahead is the focus on...

Tax season is here, and not all write-offs are as obvious as others. According to Michael Gillen, director of the Tax Accounting Group at a Philadelphia-based law firm, Duane Morris, “There are a lot of overlooked deductions” aside from property taxes and mortgage interest. A few areas you may overlook include, prorated real estate tax, prepaid interest, tax credits and points. Prorated real estate...

There are two main taxes to consider when discussing real estate in the U.S.: real property tax and capital gains tax. The market value of a property at the time of purchase determines the real property tax, while the capital gains taxes are assessed based on the net profit at the time of the sale. The amount of tax levied on a property is usually determined by the length of time it is held. According to...

As the interest in urban housing in metropolitan areas balloons, it is becoming clear that urban-style amenities are at the top of the list of must-haves for both Home buyers and renters. Home-Buyers and seekers are now looking for functional spaces with surroundings that complement their busy lifestyle. Our advice on What Matters To Home Buyers, is best explained with a few of the key characteristics that...

While Hong Kong’s luxury segment is poised to remain stable, according to a market report released Wednesday, residential sales are expected to decrease overall in December due to the impact of the double stamp duty and other seasonal factors. The changes noted in December’s forecast were not altogether unexpected, considering the cooling measures the government imposed in early November. Knight...

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Very few things in life are more exhilarating than finding the home of your dreams, but even fewer are more heart-wrenching than realizing it is over budget and out of reach. Or, is it? If this is truly your dream home, there are some budget saving tips that you can employ to keep your budget from going bust. Here are a few ways to turn that dream home into your new home. Budget Saving Tip #1: Be...