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Homebuyer Tax Credit Update

admin — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 01:49:32 +0000

NAR Issue Brief
Homebuyer Tax Credit Changes
National Association of REALTORS® Government Affairs Division
500 New Jersey Avenue, NW, Washington DC, 20001
Congress has extended and expanded the homebuyer tax credit. The modifications in the column labeled “December 1 – April 30, 2010” become effective when President Obama signs the bill. All changes made …

Home Buyer Tax Credit Not Just for First Time Buyers

admin — Sat, 28 Nov 2009 06:19:39 +0000

The Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit: Find the basics for homebuyers, and home owners from the National Association of REALTORS®. They provide some valuable information. NAR further info

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Selecting a Home Inspector

admin — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 02:50:03 +0000

When your real estate agent recommends that you get a home inspection and I hope they are recommending one, how to you select a good one? There are several to choose from, but I advise that you interview at least two before choosing who to hire to do your home …

The difference between a Client and a Customer

admin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 05:00:06 +0000

Idaho real estate law requires that at the first substantial discussion with a potential buyer or seller, that you be given what we call the “Blue Brochure”. The Blue Brochure explains the agent’s responsibilities to you and how they differ if you are a Client or a Customer. My job …

Property Lines

admin — Sun, 20 Sep 2009 02:18:18 +0000

Much controversy can come from property lines. Sellers are not always aware of the exact property lines. It is so important that before listing a property seller’s know where their property lines are. A plat map can be a guide for finding the property lines; planning and zoning for the …

Gooding County Labor Profile

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:41:36 +0000

The Idaho Department of Labor reports in their Gooding County Profile that “the improvement in the unemployment rate and civilian labor force has been remarkable in Gooding County over the last 10 years.” Their charts indicate that the Gooding County unemployment rate for August 2009 is 6.4″ which is 2.4% …

Twin Falls County Labor Profile

admin — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:41:34 +0000

According the the Idaho Department of Labor “Twin Falls County has had a strong upsurge in retail and service jobs as big box retailers converged around the entrance to the city and on its main artery”. Their charts indicate that the Twin Falls County unemployment rate for August 2009 is …

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

admin — Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:17:26 +0000

The time to qualify for the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit is running short. You must purchase a home before December 1, 2009 to qualify. That means that you have to close by November 30, 2009, not just have a contract to purchase. If you are going to finance your purchase, …

Turn Sweat Equity into Tax-Free Profit

Cathy R Brown — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:38:44 +0000

Today’s active real estate market, along with current tax laws, has opened up opportunities to invest in fixer-upper homes and make a nice tax-free profit. Read entire article from Stevens Pierce & Associates, CPA’s.

Fall is a Great Time to Buy a Home

admin — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 17:54:02 +0000

If you are thinking of buying a home, fall is a great time to buy. Interest rates are low, inventory is high, sellers are wanting to move before winter. The first place to start is with a lender, find out what amount you are comfortable with for a monthly payment; …