Blog archives from 2009

Home Buyer Tax Credit Changes
Nov
10

Home Buyer Tax Credit Changes

President Obama signed the Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 into law today. The legislation greatly expands the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit by making more first time homebuyers eligible for the credit and now includes homebuyers that are not first time homebuyers. The current law is extended until April 30, 2010. Buyers have until that date to have a signed purchase agreement. There is an additional 60 day grace period to complete the financing.


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Understanding Home Owner Association Fees:  Is it too much?
Nov
5

Understanding Home Owner Association Fees: Is it too much?

That is one of the most common objections to purchasing real estate where there is a community Association requiring the payment of regular dues and fees. These can range from less than a hundred dollars per month, if for example the only service is street scaping, to upwards of a couple of thousand dollars for a luxury penthouse. Depending on square footage and amenities, most fees range between $250 and $750.
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Recycling: A Refresher Course
Nov
3

Recycling: A Refresher Course

Most plastics are recyclable,” says Keith Christman, senior director of packaging at the American Chemistry Council Plastics Division, in Arlington, Virginia. The problem is, not all plastics are recyclable everywhere. Almost all recycling programs accept plastics numbered 1 and 2. (Look for the number on the underside of a product, inside the ubiquitous triangle of chasing arrows.) But the numbers are not regulated federally; 39 states have various rules, so what you see can be inconsistent.

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Jan said
"Running out to my recycle container right now to check. Helpful article. " about Recycling: A Refresher Course
on Monday, July 19, 2010 @ 9:50 PM

Shirley said
"I heard they are considering extending this credit past November. Heard anything like this?" about Six Critical Things You Need to Know to Get the $8000 Buyer Credit
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:57 AM

Steven said
"Well, time will tell I guess. For my sake I hope it's true but I have a feeling the high end market is going to come down in price for the next several years. " about
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:56 AM

Micah said
"Keep posting more articles like this. Question, does a short sale offer delay the foreclosure process??" about New Foreclosure Rules In Washington Assist Homeowners
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:54 AM

Jessica said
"This will be even more true when the price of gas jumps to seven dollars a gallon!" about Homes with High Walk-ability Worth More
on Wednesday, September 30, 2009 @ 7:52 AM