America's Cup Vote Sends a Strong Political Signal - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

Late Tuesday night, the San Francisco Board of Supervisors unanimously voted 10-0 to uphold the Environmental Impact Report for the 34th Annual America's Cup.  This vote showed that across City Hall’s political spectrum - which ranges from slightly left of center to extremely left of center - hosting the 2013 event remains a key objective.  It was a long hearing in which the Board took public comment from objecting groups, along with testimony from staff and event organizers.

The biggest lightning rod from opponents Tuesday was the proposed giant floating television screen intended to be moored in the middle of the Aquatic Park during racing, who are concerned about safety, inconvenience, and environmental contamination from disturbed sediment.  Representatives of the organizers agreed to eliminate the floating screen and to explore shore-based options instead.  Other objections covered in testimony and response by both sides focused on whether funding for mitigations would be available, while the appellants also worked to raise doubts on procedural issues.  Staff responded that the issue of assuring funding for mitigations is properly a subject for agreements to be created in the upcoming approvals process, and that the procedural issues cited were less uncertain than alleged.

Now that it has been affirmed, the Environmental Impact Report serves under State Law as the legal basis for the City and related agencies to push forward on finalizing the discretionary permits and approvals that are needed for San Francisco to host the America's Cup.  The SF Port Commission approved the start of some pre-construction activities last month, the day after the report was certified.  So let the construction begin..........

Looking to rent out your property for the 34th Annual America's Cup?  Contact me today for a free market assessment.


Or want to live near all the action of The Cup? Then check out our website at http://www.jwavro.com/ for all of our available rentals.

 

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

 

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34th Annual America's Cup Key Milestones - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

The main racing for the 34th Annual America's Cup in San Francisco takes place in 2013, however 2012 is still a critical year for the success of the event.  There will also be preliminary racing occurring on the San Francisco Bay during 2012.  This gives planners an idea of what to expect for the main event and also allows them time to make any necessary adjustments.


Here are Key Milestones for the America's Cup:
2012
January: 
The San Francisco Board of Supervisors are expected to weigh in on the appeal of the America's Cup Environmental report
The America's Cup Organizing Committee reaches its first goal of raising $12 million for the event.


Spring:  Construction to start along the waterfront for the America's Cup Village on Piers 27-29 and Piers 30-32 which will house the racing teams bases.


April 7-15th:  World Series racing in Naples, Italy


May 12-20th:  World Series racing in Venice, Italy


June 23-July 1st:  World Series racing in Newport, R.I.


August 11-19 and 27-Sept 2:  World Series racing in San Francisco, CA.  This will be the first opportunity for the America's Cup Teams to experience San Francisco conditions ahead of the Louis Vuitton Cup and America's Cup Finals in 2013.


2013:


April 13-21st:  World Series racing in Venice, Italy


May 11-19th:  World Series racing in Naples, Italy


July 4-September 1st:  The Louis Vuitton Cup in San Francisco.  These races will determine which teams take on Oracle Racing for the America's Cup.


September 7-22nd:  A best-of-nine race competitions between Oracle Racing and which ever team emerges from the Louis Vuitton Cup.  The winner will determine where and when the next America's Cup will be held.


Looking to rent out your property for the 34th Annual America's Cup?  Contact me today for a free market assessment.


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J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

Deborah Brown | 415.254.7188 |  db@jwavro.com

Rented by J.Wavro - Deborah Brown - Two Bedroom North Beach Flat

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This is an amazing 2 bedroom 1 bath fully furnished top floor flat in a Prime North Beach location! It boasts incredible views of the City, Bay and Golden Gate Bridge!  All that North Beach has to offer is right at your finger tips:  Mama's restaurant, North Beach Pizza, Savoy Tivoli, Washington Square Park Coit Tower and much more The property features the following: ~ Tastefully furnished and fully appointed ~ Hardwood floors throughout ~ Formal living room with lots of natural light, City/Bay/Bridge views, wood burning fireplace and small balcony ~ Tiled bathroom throughout with double vanity sink and jet bathtub ~ Large eat-in kitchen with unique acid-etched concrete counter tops, gas stove, dishwasher and stainless steel refrigerator ~ Roof-top deck with even more amazing views! ~ One car garaged parking included ~ All utilities including laundry, premium cable and Internet are included Walk Score of 95 - Walkers Paradise  Transit Score of 96 - Riders Paradise

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Happy 2012! No Cover Blow Up Show - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

The Threads are playing their first show of the New Year Wednesday, January 11th at Vertigo at 9pm. 

This should be a fabulous show! Hope to see you there!

Follow them on Facebook now!

All of their songs are originals and have an eclectic sound - think of U2 meshing with The Cure meshing with Radiohead - basically its Alternative, New Wave, Indie Rock,  Post-Punk mix of awesomeness!

Looking to rent our your property?  Then contact me today for a free market assessment.  The rental market in San Francisco is extremely hot, rents have increased at least 10% over the last two years and vacancy rates are at an all time low.  I can help you maximize your residential rental property.

Or are you looking for a new apartment in the City? Then check out our website at http://www.jwavro.com/ for all of our available rentals and our rental assistance services.

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

Deborah Brown | 415.254.7188 |  db@jwavro.com

The Threads New Band Manager - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

So my favorite local band, The Threads just asked me to be their band manager....... and of course being their most devote fan I said ABSOLUTELY!


I am looking forward to helping them gain more exposure in 2012, they just keep getting better and better with time.  Anyone that I've ever invited to one of their shows has fallen in love with their music.


All of their songs are originals and have an eclectic sound - think of U2 meshing with The Cure meshing with Radiohead - basically its Alternative, New Wave, Indie Rock,  Post-Punk mix of awesomeness!


The band consists of five members, two of which are good friends: 
Brian - Lead Singer
Nick - Guitar
Todd - Guitar, Keyboard, Drums, Sound
Will - Bass
Yanik - Drums, Keyboard


Next to Seattle, San Francisco boasts a number of fabulous venues to check out the local band scene. The Boom Boom Room in Lower Pac Heights; Bottom of the Hill in Potrero Hill; Red Devil Lounge in Polk Gulch are just a few.  The Threads will be playing at all of them soon!


Stay tuned for The Threads upcoming show in February.  Venue is being finalized now and you wont want to miss their show!  In the interim, follow them on Facebook.


Looking to rent your property, then contact me today for a free market assessment.


Or are you looking for a new apartment in the City? Then check out our website at http://www.jwavro.com/ for all of our available rentals and our rental assistance services.

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

Happy New Year! - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

Happy New Year San Francisco!


What's that?  Your head hurts?  You are still crashed out on the couch in your party outfit? If you're like most of this city, you're in need of a strong cup of coffee -- and fast. Or, perhaps you prefer a little hair of the dog, or an unrelenting sweatfest of a workout. Fortunately, San Francisco has plenty of hangover-friendly New Year's Day activities, no matter what your poison. Here are a few...


Need that caffeine fix to jump start your day?  Well head on over to Nook and grab your cup of jo.  I'm a Starbucks girl by choice and my favorite baristas are located at the corner of California and Van Ness.  Tell them the mayor sent you!


How about a good boozy brunch to cure that New Year's hangover.  And what a better way to enjoy brunch then with bottomless mimosas.  I suggest checking out Dunya on Polk Street.  Mediterranean flair with the friendliest wait staff.  Try the Ararat Benedict with that mimosa.  Or head over to the Marina and enjoy all you can drink mimosas at CIRCA.  They have a great brunch menu, the corned beef hash is excellent however the lobster and white truffle mac-n-cheese is to die for!


Looking for the best Bloody Mary to get the day going?  While Yelp will tout that Zietgeist has the best dang bloody mary (oh they're good, very very good), I prefer mine served up by my favorite bartender, Ed Anderson.  Eddie creates his secret recipe at the R Bar located in the Polk Gulch area.  I know where I'll be today!


Head over NYE Winter Wonderland @ The EndUp to sweat out all the toxins of last night.  Its a dance party that is continuing through Monday at 9am.  They'll be serving complimentary Red Bull and Tequila shots to keep you rallying. DJ Taj takes over the Sunrise Set with plenty more DJs spinning through the night into morning and back into night again.

How ever you plan to spend your New Year's Day, be safe, try to stick to those New Year's resolutions you made at midnight and remember what Ann Landers said....."Let this coming year be better than all the others. Vow to do some of the things you've always wanted to do but couldn't find the time. Call up a forgotten friend. Drop an old grudge, and replace it with some pleasant memories. Vow not to make a promise you don't think you can keep. Walk tall, and smile more. You'll look ten years younger. Don't be afraid to say, 'I love you'. Say it again. They are the sweetest words in the world."


Happy 2012!!


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J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

Another Milestone! - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

What a Saturday night!  My friend Terry turned the big 4-0 and you would have thought we were celebrating his 21st birthday. 

The evening started out innocently enough with dinner at Happy Shabu Shabu on Fillmore Street in the Western Addition.  But when 25 young adults order Shabu's all you can eat and drink special, well that spells Trouble! 

Shabu Shabu is a special dish that you prepare by submerging vegetables in a pot of boiling water or broth and swishing the thinly sliced meat, seafood, and/or other ingredients back and forth.  It's not the kind of dinner you want to take someone on a first date, I think most of my meal ended up all over the cooking table.  No that had nothing to do with the bottomless sake we were consuming, its just a bit messy but tasty. 

The atmosphere was perfect for a birthday celebration, even the owner of Shabu joined us.  He broke out a secret stash of what I'll refer to as the Asian version of Absinthe.  So glad I passed on that one! 

I'm sure that they were happy to see us head off to The Fillmore to catch Ozomatli in concert.  What a great band!   Their music is a notorious urban-Latino-and-beyond collision of hip hop and salsa, dancehall and cumbia, samba and funk, merengue and comparsa, East LA R&B and New Orleans second line, Jamaican ragga and Indian raga.  Ok, in other words, they are just plain awesome!

Ozomatli's enthusiasm is too contagious for you to not get caught up in the fervor.  Nothing like being at the front of the stage, dancing and singing along with the band. I felt like I was 16 again, seeing my first live performance!

If you missed their dynamic performance, well you'll have to wait, last night was there final performance in San Francisco for the year.  But not to worry, I'm sure they will be back and I'll be right there to see them again!

Oh and Happy Birthday Terry!  Glad it happens only once a year!

Want to live near all the action of The Fillmore?  Then check out our website at http://www.jwavro.com/ for all of our available rentals.

 

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

America's Cup Impact Report Ok'd by SF Planners - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

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The America’s Cup has already hit the San Francisco bay in full force. Racing is set to descend upon us next summer.

In the year since the city was chosen to host the world-famous regatta in 2012 and 2013, organizers have raced to finalize plans. The culmination of those efforts, an analysis of the regatta's impacts on the city, was approved by the Planning Commission as reported by the San Francisco Chronicle.

 

The decision clears the way for construction on the waterfront, provided the Board of Supervisors approves the project in January.  And there's virtually no room for delay. In just eight months, the first yachts are scheduled to hit the water under the gaze of hundreds of thousands of spectators.

However, delays may just happen.  There are a number of environmental and neighborhood activist that dont sing the Commission's praises and could file an appeal. And if the Board approves in January, then these activists could sue, causing a halt in construction.

This morning, the Port Commission is expected to decide whether to open the waterfront to the regatta. Commissioners are also scheduled to vote on a relocation plan for tenants displaced by construction.

Only time will tell if opponents will try and wreck havoc on the regatta.

 

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

2011 Tax Saving Tips for Rental Property Owners - J.Wavro - Deborah Brown

I was recently reading an article written by a tax accountant and he indicated that the IRS has been advised to increase its audits of returns reporting rental real estate income and losses.  It appears that 53% of individual tax payers with rental real estate activity misreported income. 


While you absolutely don't want to fall victim to an audit, you do want to minimize your tax liability.


Below are some helpful tips to keep in mind as the end of the year approaches.  Whatever you do make sure you maintain adequate supporting DOCUMENTATION for all of your deductions.  Any information contained in this document should not be construed as tax advice.  For more information on allowable deductions consult with your tax accountant or the read IRS Publication 527 Residential Rental Property.

1. Time Rental Income
Income timing is a time-honored year end plan. In future, tax rates are expected to increase from current historical low rates. If you expect rates to go up it might be better to accelerate income by receiving by January rental income in December. Income timing is not easy and you should consider its impact on various deductions.

2. Accelerate Rental Expenses
There are many different types of expenses that  can be accelerated to reduce rental income for the year. You can purchase goods and services needed for the rental property business, and pay the bills early. Qualifying expenses include advertisements for vacancies, printing, association memberships, business insurance, seminar fees, education courses, cell services, subscriptions, insurance, and utilities. You can also stock up on any office supplies, like printer paper and ink cartridges.
Interest is generally one of the largest deductible expenses – so you can prepay the January mortgage payment to increase your interest expense for the current year.  If you have employees that you pay for your rental business, prepay the withheld Social Security, Medicare, and unemployment taxes.

3. Employees Health Insurance Credit
You can deduct the cost of health insurance for any employees of your rental business. Take advantage of the health insurance credit, which provides a credit worth up to 35% of premium costs in 2011.

4. Claim Home Office, Workshop, Garage Deduction
If requirements are met, this is one of the best deductions as it enables conversion of non-deductible personal expense into a tax-deductible rental business expense.
Besides deducting expenses for use of space at home for office work, you can deduct space used as work- shop for rental business. If you use your garage to store your tractor to cut grass or to hold furnishings, you can deduct expense for its use.

5. Claim Your Automobile Expenses
Automobile expenses paid exclusively for your rental business can be fully deductible. You can select either the actual expenses method instead of standard mileage if the automobile incurred lot of expenses in 2011.

6. Claim Your Travel and Entertainment Expenses
Deduct travel and entertainment expenses incurred when traveling for your rental business. If you travel overnight for your rental business, deduct your airfare, hotel bills, meals and other expenses.

7. Expense Repair Costs
Remember that repairs are expensed in the year that they occur while improvements are depreciated. Deduct the full cost of repairs that are necessary to keep your property in good working condition like fixing broken windows, gutters, leaks, locks, painting rooms, plastering, etc.

For more tips visit T-Rex Global, an on-line property management resource tool. 

Looking to rent our your property?  Then contact me today for a free market assessment.  The rental market in San Francisco is extremely hot, rents have increased at least 10% over the last two years and vacancy rates are at an all time low.  I can help you maximize your residential rental property.

J.Wavro Associates is a group of licensed real estate professionals specializing in rental property leasing and executive relocation in the San Francisco Bay Area. They specialize in helping to lease rental properties, and have an extensive corporate and private network that allows them to consistently attract suitable tenants. Their Bay Area executive relocation specialists offer rental assistance to people looking to move to the Bay Area or locals looking for a new home. The real estate professionals of J.Wavro Associates can provide a wealth of knowledge on a particular neighborhood or neighborhoods of interest to clients. They will also identify specific properties that fit the client's exact needs and budget. As part of their executive relocation service, J.Wavro Associates will arrange appointments, provide property tours and assist in lease negotiations.

Deborah Brown | 415.254.7188 |  db@jwavro.com

Rented San Francisco Apartment - Lower Pacific Heights - J.Wavro

Rented by Deborah Brown - J.Wavro - Lower Pacific Heights

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RENTED ~ $3,000 Fully furnished flat - private deck!!!

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This large 2 bd/1ba fully furnished well appointed unit is available for a 3 month lease only. Charming and restored 1890's Victorian flat has the following features: - Spanish tile flooring in hallway, kitchen and bathroom, newer Berber carpet in living room as well as bedrooms. - Bonus back room can be used as an office or for additional storage (cannot be used as a 3rd bedroom). - Lots of closet space! - Washer and Dryer in unit. - Large eat-in kitchen with gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher and disposal.  New marble counter tops and resurfaced cabinets. - Private patio off living room, perfect for a gas grill! - All utilities included (water, garbage, gas, electric, basic cable and Internet). Close to transportation and trendy Upper Fillmore. Great meeting places like Harry's Bar, groceries at Molly Stones and coffee at Starbucks, Pete's and Martha & Brothers are just 2 blocks away.  Street parking, although parking is available 2 blocks away at the Japan Center Garage for approximately $140/month.  No pets. No smoking.  Please call or email for showing!!!!

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