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Nicolas Cage Loses Two Homes in Forclosure Auctions

Missy — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 11:56:55 +0000

There is always someone to blame when financial ruin comes knocking. Actor Nicolas Cage is slowly losing most of his homes and is blaming his long-time business partner.

Cage has filed a lawsuit in an effort to recoup some of his loses. On Thursday Nick lost two of his French Quarter homes in foreclosure auctions. The properties went for $4.5 million–far below their estimated value. His lender, Regions Bank, was the only bidder.

Moving vans were seen clearing Nick’s belongings out of both mansions yesterday. His Louisiana homes are not the only ones he’s shedding. His homes in Los Angeles, Las Vegas and Rhode Island are all on the market in order to pay Cage’s $6 million federal tax lien.

The actor has a new film out in limited release on November 20. The flick is Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans. One can assume that the government is waiting eagerly with outstretched palm to recoup that loot as well.

Photo: WENN

Harry Potter Star Daniel Radcliffe’s New House (PHOTOS)

Andrea — Sun, 18 Oct 2009 15:20:06 +0000

Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe has purchased a $5.65 million home on West 12th Street in Manhattan’s West Village.

The 3000 square foot, 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, historic townhouse is the third property bought by Radcliffe in New York City in less than two years.

The latest purchase is one of three adjoining homes built by a sea captain in 1847 for his three daughters.

La Toya Jackson Losing Las Vegas Home

Missy — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:07:48 +0000

If singer La Toya Jackson doesn’t come up with $745,670 by the end of the month, she will have to say bye bye to her home in Las Vegas.

The luxurious condo is located in the Regency Towers at Las Vegas International Country Club. Initially the property was going to be on the auction block on August 31st but she got a temporary reprieve and the sale was postponed until Sept. 30th.

La Toya’s rep gave a statement to TMZ, “La Toya has an extensive real estate portfolio and her advisers directed her to the business decision to let this particular property go to short sale – where it is now.”

Jackson acquired this condo as part of a divorce settlement from Jack Gordon, so she say’s there is no attachment.

Photo: WENN

Kate Gosselin Moving to Rockville, MD: Photos of New Condo

Andrea — Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:51:21 +0000

Kate Gosselin is moving to an upscale condo in Rockville, MD, a block away from the offices of her bodyguard, Steve Neild.

Rockville is about 160 miles south of the Jon & Kate Plus 8 reality stars’ $1.1 million house in Wernersville, PA, where their eight children will continue to live. While Jon is with the kids, Kate will be at her new condo in Maryland, and when she is with the kids, Jon will be in his new diggs in New York City, or on yachts in St. Tropez, or in the Hamptons…

Rumors began flying last week that Kate was looking for a place in Rockville, and RadarOnline has confirmed the purchase.

View photos of Kate’s new Rockville, MD condo below.

More photos of Kate Gosselin’s new condo

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Neverland Ranch Pictures

Andrea — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 15:09:21 +0000

Neverland Ranch, the residence of Michael Jackson from 1988 until he moved out in 2005 after being cleared of accusations that he sexually molested a young boy, is unarguably one of the world’s most famous celebrity homes.

Jackson, who felt he missed out on childhood pleasures due to his father’s demanding guidance during his early success with the Jackson 5, transformed the 22-building, 2,500 acre estate into every kid’s dream – with a zoo, a movie theater, Ferris wheel, merry-go-round, bumper cars, a super slide and other amusement park rides.

“It’s like stepping into Oz,” he once said.

Security was tight at Neverland Ranch. The media was seldom allowed past the gates, and visitors had to sign confidentiality agreements and were not allowed to bring cameras.

After Jackson moved out, the once magical property became increasingly worn down, with overgrown tennis courts, stagnant water in the zoo, and torn canopies over rides.

Photos of Neverland Ranch in disrepair (more photos at end of post):

Facing foreclosure, investment company Colony Capital LLC, purchased Jackson’s loan in May, 2008. In November of 2008, Jackson transfered the title to Sycamore Valley Ranch Company, LLC, a joint venture between Jackson and an affiliate of Colony Capital LLC.

In April 2009, Julien’s Auctions in Beverly Hills auctioned off memorabilia from Neverland Ranch, which included the wrought iron gate from the entrance. (View photos of auction items)

The ranch, located at 5225 Figueroa Mountain Rd, Los Olivos, CA, in Santa Barbara County, once belonged to golf course entrepreneur William Bone. The surrounding area previously consisted of working ranches. Today, the area is primarily made up of vineyards.

In December of 2008, Michael Jackson leased a French Chateau style estate in Holmby Hills for $100,000 a month. (View photos here) It was from this home that the 911 call was placed the day of Michael Jackson’s death.

A little known fact is that Michael Jackson recorded 100 secret songs – in order to guarantee a legacy for his children after his death.

More Neverland Ranch pictures below.

See the first published photos INSIDE Neverland Ranch

Neverland Ranch videos

Watch Michael Jackson memorial serivice LIVE

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Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt Lease Rupert Murdoch’s Rosehearty Estate (PHOTOS)

Andrea — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 15:12:13 +0000

Looks like the Jolie-Pitt clan is on the move again. Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt have leased media mogul Robert Murdoch’s Centre Island estate, Rosehearty.

Back in January, the Jolie-Pitts leased the $60 million Tudor style mansion, Sassafras. Now it appears they have loaded up the family and checked into Murdoch’s 10,000 square foot, waterfront Federal style house.

The gated and heavily secured estate sits on five acres fronting a 260-foot private beach facing Oyster Bay Harbor. There are 11 bedrooms, 7.5 bathrooms and 7 fireplaces in the main house.

The mansion was put on the market in 2007 with an asking price of $12,800,000. It was later taken off the market and was recently re-listed for $12,800,000.

Brangelina, on Long Island while Angie is shooting the spy thriller “Salt,” pays a whopping $100,000 a month to rent the home.

View photos of Rupert Murdoch’s Rosehearty estate below.

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Victoria Gotti Long Island Mansion Foreclosure

Missy — Tue, 12 May 2009 13:31:35 +0000

The infamous and dead mobster John Gotti must be rolling in his grave right about now. The mafia legend’s daughter, Victoria Gotti is “bitter” about the fact that she may be losing her Long Island mansion to foreclosure in the very near future. She is currently awaiting a final ruling by the New York State Appellate Court.

If you watched Victoria and her sons on their reality show Growing Up Gotti back in 2004, you may be familiar with the five bedrooms, five-and-a-half bath white brick residence. Gotti told reporters, “The house, all the material assets are part of a divorce package (from ex-husband, Carmine Agnello), I have never seen yet.”

Owing $650,000 in back taxes, this foreclosure process has been in the work since 2007. The property got a temporary reprieve at that time, in what the courts called a premature situation. Last week a Brooklyn Appeals Court overturned a lower court decision and has approved the use of a referee to put together the sale of the $4.2 million residence. Victoria’s lawyers have filed one final appeal and are anxiously awaiting the final verdict.

According to Victoria’s mother, “The creep (Agnello) that he is, he took out a mortgage behind her back. She can’t afford to pay.” The couple reportedly paid $175,000 for the home in 1989.

In true Victoria form, the bleach blonde mother of three boys, Carmine Jr., Frank and John, said that this should finally put to rest the long lived rumors and government lies about the $200 million reportedly buried in her back yard.

Speaking of money buried in the backyard, John A. ‘Junior’ Gotti was arrested for racketeering and conspiracy. Check it out here.

Check out a video and a photo of mother and sons below.

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Photos: WENN

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Jimmy Dean’s Home Damaged by Fire (PHOTOS)

Andrea — Tue, 21 Apr 2009 17:45:40 +0000

A fire at the Virginia home of Grammy Award winner and sausage connoisseur Jimmy Dean is currently under investigation.

Dean and his wife Donna both made it out of the house unharmed, but three firefighters suffered minor injuries while battling the blaze, which started Monday night in the basement of the home.

The home reportedly suffered major damage.

View more photos of the Jimmy Dean house fire below.

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Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne’s Malibu Beach House for Rent (PHOTOS)

Andrea — Fri, 10 Apr 2009 14:58:05 +0000

Unable to sell their homes in an unstable economy, some celebrities are opting to put their lavish digs on the rental market.

Ozzy and Sharon Osbourne have had their La Costa Beach house in Malibu on and off the market since March, 2006, when it was listed for $14,000,000. When slashing the price to $10,995,000 yielded no results, the home was put up for lease with an asking price of $25,000 a month in October of 2008.

The 4,500 square foot home, located on the Pacific Coast Highway, has 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms with a white on white decor. The living room has a fireplace and three French doors which open to the oceanfront terrace.

The master suite, located on the second floor, has a fireplace, a large walk-in closet and a marble bathroom with spa tub. Also on the second floor is an office/library with excercise equipment.

The third floor has 2 oceanfront bedrooms that open to a terrace with a hot tub. Another terrace is located off a third bedroom/office at the front of the house. (View photos below)

Osbourne’s Malibu beach house

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Aaron Spelling Mansion on the Market For $150 Million

Missy — Fri, 27 Mar 2009 13:25:39 +0000

Are you looking for a three story mansion that boasts a whopping 56,500 square feet and sits on 4.6 acres of land? If so, you’re in luck. The largest home in L.A. County is for sale for a mere $150 million.

This French chateau style mansion called The Manor was built by the late Aaron Spelling back in 1991. Spelling made his fortune producing television hits, including Dynasty, Charlie’s Angel and Beverly Hills 90210. The Hollywood legend died in 2006, leaving his home and fortune to wife Candy Spelling.

Candy spoke with the AP, saying that her dog helped her pick the perfect Realtor for the job. After she screened each, her wheaten terrier was brought in for a sniff. The pooch made the final decision. No worries buyers….Candy promises it wouldn’t be like that for you.

The property is full of amenities, including a bowling alley, wine cellar, wine tasting room, gift wrapping room, humidity controlled silver storage room, China room, library, gym, media room, barber shop and beauty salon. The servants wing features a full kitchen, seven bedrooms, five fireplaces and four wet bars.

The exterior includes tennis courts, swimming pool, fountains, a waterfall, a reflection pool, a pool house with a kitchen, 16 car ports and a parking area that will hold 100 guest vehicles.

Properties that are close to the mansion are the Los Angeles Country Club and the Playboy Mansion. This is currently the most expensive home for sale in the U.S.

As for Candy, she loved the house but she’s moving into a two-story condo in a residential tower overlooking L.A. She purchased the property last year for a mere $47 million.

Candy Spelling photo below.

Aeriel view here.

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