Tag: Mello-Roos

California limits property tax deduction to…well, taxes

by Carrie B. Reyes | Apr 11, 2012 | Feature Articles, Real Estate, Tax | 4

This article examines the FTB audits enforcing property tax deduction limitations for 2012 state tax returns – and the backlash from some members of the California Assembly.

Construction of public improvements within a private development is subject to prevailing wage laws

by ft Editorial Staff | Feb 2, 2011 | Real Estate, Recent Case Decisions | 0

A residential property developer sought approval for a development project from a local agency. The agency’s approval of the project was contingent upon the developer’s agreement to construct the public improvements and...