Buying and owning a home can yield dividends in tax returns, such as mortgage interest and property tax deductions. Often people start to think about year-end tax breaks in September and October. Combine those thoughts, with a great housing inventory, less competition and great weather; fall is a terrific time to list your home on the real estate market.
Starting on Monday, September 14th, the Irvine Fine Arts Center will open their Solar Decathlon exhibit. The exhibit will include photos and videos from the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon in 2013, which was held in the Orange County Great Park. This exhibit runs through October 10th. The Irvine Fine Arts Center is open Monday through Thursday, 10am to 9pm, Friday, 10am to 5pm, and Saturday 9am to 5pm. The Irvine Fine Arts Center is located in Heritage Park, admission and parking are free. The Irvine Fine Arts Center offers classes, open studio programs, events and exhibits throughout the year. For more information about this exhibit, see their website at: http://www.cityofirvine.org/irvine-fine-arts-center.
Shady Canyon is home to three luxury developments surrounding the Shady Canyon Golf Club. The Shady Canyon Golf Club is a private club with a clubhouse and 18 holes. The golf club is designed to flow artfully into the “natural contours of the land.” Located at 44 Copper Creek Square, this 6,400 square foot home is part of the Shady Canyon Custom Home community. This four bedroom, six bathroom home has a European flair. The architectural style is inspired from Venetian villas. Attention to detail can be seen in the custom millwork, iron mesh cabinet insets and stained glass windows. Entertaining is a joy with the gourmet kitchen and formal dining room. Shady Canyon is a gated development. The Shady Canyon homeowners’ association has swimming pools, spas, a clubhouse, tennis courts and parks for residents to enjoy. In addition to the Shady Canyon Golf Course, the Strawberry Fields Golf Course and the Oak Creek Golf Club are nearby.