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Real Estate Report Sees Home Prices Rise, Sales Increase

Sunday, August 9, 2009

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Real Estate values and sales seem to be on the rise

Clear Capital Report sees home prices rise across the country when analyzing quarterly results. The report sees home value gains in all regions of the country, averaging out to 5%, with the Midwest gaining the most at 11.2%. The real estate improvements are linked with summer being a buying season, increased investment opportunity and the previous large drop in home values.

The second quarter of 2009 followed a period of extremely low real estate activity, couple that with tax incentives, low mortgage rates and reduced home values, and the evidence of a true buyer’s market became omnipresent. Acquiring a mortgage is probably still the most difficult part of the home buying process but money is strating to loosen. Increased sales volume indicates an improvement in the real estate sector, a welcome sign for a beleaguered economy.

For a complete look at the Clear Capital report click here.

Real Estate Report Sees Home Prices Rise, Sales Increase

Sunday, August 9, 2009

by admin

Real Estate values and sales seem to be on the rise

The Clear Capital Report sees home prices rise across the country when analyzing quarterly results. The report sees home value gains in all regions of the country, averaging out to 5%, with the Midwest gaining the most at 11.2%. The real estate improvements are linked with summer being a buying season, increased investment opportunity and the previous large drop in home values. The second quarter of 2009 followed a period of extremely low real estate activity, couple that with tax incentives, low mortgage rates and reduced home values, and the evidence of a true buyer’s market became omnipresent. Acquiring a mortgage is probably still the most difficult part of the home buying process but money is strating to loosen. Increased sales volume indicates an improvement in the real estate sector, a welcome sign for a beleaguered economy. For a complete look at the Clear Capital report click here.

Breaking Down the First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit

Monday, August 3, 2009

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There is no doubt that the first time home buyer tax credit is a great thing but there are a few things to know before you assume that you qualify for the full $8,000. The tax credit breaks down as follows:
Who qualifies? First time home buyers and people (or spouses) who have not owned a home for the previous 3 years. You must purchase your home between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009.

What qualifies for the first time home buyer’s tax credit? Only a primary house qualifies. It does not matter if it is a single family home, duplex, townhome, condo, apartment or co-op, if it is a primary residence it will apply.

What is the amount of the first time home buyer’s tax credit? $8,000 is the maximum amount of the credit. There are 2 factors at play when it comes to getting the credit: The cost of the home and the income of the person or married couple purchasing the home. The credit can be 10% of the closing price up to $8,000 or a person making $75,000 or less or a married couple making $150,000 or less are eligible for the full $8,000.

Do you qualify for the first time home buyer’s tax credit if your income is higher? Yes and no. If you make more than the $75,000/$150,000 limit you get less of a credit. The maximum income is $95,000 for singles or $170,000 for couples. If you make more than the maximum income you are not eligible for the tax credit.

The tax credit is a real boon for first time home buyers and does not have to be repaid. If you qualify for the tax credit and have been considering purchasing a new home there could not be a better time. Low interest rates, low home values and the first time home buyer tax credit all add up to the right time to call an experienced local Realtor.

Resource and for more information: Realtor.org

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