iPhone lockbox app on the way - 03/30/09 10:42 AM
iPhone is becoming a serious contender as an alternative to Blackberry with new apps for realtors and homebuyers.  This recent post by Chris Johnston points out one of the potential uses for Realtors.

Via Christopher Johnston (Register Real Estate):
For those of you that are iPhone users, I'm sure that you know that yesterday Apple released some info about the upcoming iPhone OS version 3.0.

There are many new features and you can watch the video over on the Apple site and get great reviews all over the web. My favorite is Ryan Block's at GDGT.com. The two things that I … (2 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Question 3: Can I Get the Credit if I get assistance from state bond program? - 03/29/09 04:12 PM
If you are buying a home in East Baton Rouge or West Baton Roug,  the Louisiana LHFA bond can provide from 4% to 9% of the mortgage loan amount to be paid at closing to cover part of the down payment, closing costs, and prepaid items.  There are income limits and home cost limits.  And the program interest rates vary depending on which type of loan for which you quality.  The HOME program gives a minimum of 4.5% and a lower interest rate.  The assisted program gives 4% and a slightly higher interest rate.  Both give assistance toward other monthly costs. … (1 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Question 3: Can I Get Government Assistance to Buy My Home and Still Take the Credit? - 03/29/09 03:27 PM
If you are thinking about buying a home in Livingston Parish and are a first time homebuyer, there's some good news from the Economic Recoery bill receintly passed. 
Two of the programs available to assist in purchasing a home are the rural development program (a federeal program) and Louisiana bond assistance.  The rural development loan eliminates mortgage interest in yur monthly with a fee financed into the loan and gives a lower interest rate.  The Louisiana LHFA bond can provide from 4% to 9% of the mortgage loan amount to be paid at closing to cover part of the down payment, … (1 comments)

1st Homebuyer $8000 Tax Credit Question 3: Can I use federal or state money and still Get the Credit - 03/29/09 03:10 PM
For Ascension Parish there are gift programs that provide cash for down payment and closing or eliminate mortgage interest compbined with low interest rates to help a first time homebuyer get into their home.  Two of these are rural development financing (a federal program) and Louisiana state bond funding assistance which can provide up to 4.5% of the purchase price, depending on your salary.  There are two programs, the Home program and the regular assistance.  The home program has a lower interest rate and 4.5% assistance.  The regular program has a higher interest rate and 4% assistance.  In either of these programs, the … (1 comments)

The iPhone Real Estate app Showdown - 03/22/09 05:48 PM
In this ever changing technology market, agents must be aware of exactly where their internet-marketed homes are showing up. 
Back in early August 2008 iPhone had a home app called Puluwai, a location-based, mobile real estate search.  This type of search is where the future of internet listings are headed.  Later in August Trulia announced it's iPhone app and has seen some steady growth in the free iPhone apps. Others clammored into the market: New York Times, StreetEasy Real Estate, Coldwell Banker, In March 2009, Homes.com launched It's Real Estate Search on iPhone.  While features vary, some of the most sought after ones … (7 comments)

Where Are Your Shingles? - 03/22/09 03:32 PM
 
Bubba walked into a doctor's office and the receptionist asked him what he had. Bubba said, Shingles. So she wrote down his name, address, medical insurance number and told him to have a seat.
Fifteen minutes later a nurse's aide came out and asked Bubba what he had. Bubba said, Shingles. So she wrote down his height, weight, a complete medical history and told Bubba to wait in the examining room.
A half hour later a nurse came in and asked Bubba what he had. Bubba said, Shingles. So the nurse gave Bubba a blood test, a blood pressure test, … (9 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Question 2: Do I Have to Wait Until next year to Get It? - 03/20/09 12:48 PM
One of the great things about the new 1st Time Homebuyer tax credit is that it can be claimed as soon as you close on your home. 
If you have already filed can file an amended 2008 tax return with a 1040X form.  This can be done even if a home was purchased early in 2009 and the original tax return claimed the $7,500 credit from last year.
 
Specifically home buyers use IRS Form 5405 to determine their tax credit amount, and then claim this amount on Line 69 of their 1040 income tax return.  You will want to be … (5 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Question 2: Do I Have to Wait Until Next Year to Get It? - 03/20/09 12:44 PM
One of the great things about the new 1st Time Homebuyer tax credit is that it can be claimed as soon as you close on your home. 
If you have already filed can file an amended 2008 tax return with a 1040X form.  This can be done even if a home was purchased early in 2009 and the original tax return claimed the $7,500 credit from last year.
 
Specifically home buyers use IRS Form 5405 to determine their tax credit amount, and then claim this amount on Line 69 of their 1040 income tax return.  You will want to be … (0 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Question 2: Do I Have to Wail Until next year to Get It? - 03/20/09 12:41 PM
One of the great things about the new 1st Time Homebuyer tax credit is that it can be claimed as soon as you close on your home. 
If you have already filed can file an amended 2008 tax return with a 1040X form.  This can be done even if a home was purchased early in 2009 and the original tax return claimed the $7,500 credit from last year.
 
Specifically home buyers use IRS Form 5405 to determine their tax credit amount, and then claim this amount on Line 69 of their 1040 income tax return.  You will want to be … (0 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Question 1: What Is a 1st Time Home Buyer? - 03/15/09 08:41 AM

 Now that the news is out about the American Recovery and Reinvestment act of 2009 , many questions have surfaced about the $8000 first time homebuyer credit.  I will discuss these this week.  One of the first I get is "What Is a 1st Time Homebuyer and who is eligible to claim this tax credit?".    A first time homebuyer is a person who has not owned a home in the last 3-year period prior to the purchase.  For married taxpayers, the law tests the homeownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse. For example, if you have not owned … (0 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Question 1: What Is a 1st Time Home Buyer? - 03/15/09 08:36 AM
 Now that the news is out about the American Recovery and Reinvestment act for 2009 , many questions have surfaced about the $8000 first time homebuyer credit.  I will discuss these this week.  One of the first I get is "What Is a 1st Time Homebuyer and who is eligible to claim this tax credit?".    A first time homebuyer is a person who has not owned a home in the last 3-year period prior to the purchase.  For married taxpayers, the law tests the homeownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse. For example, if you have not owned … (0 comments)

1st Time Home Buyer Tax Credit - Question 1 What is a 1st Time Homebuyer? - 03/15/09 08:33 AM
 Now that the news is out about the American Recovery and Reinvestment act of 2009 , many questions have surfaced about the $8000 first time homebuyer credit.  I will discuss these this week.  One of the first I get is "What Is a 1st Time Homebuyer and who is eligible to claim this tax credit?".    A first time homebuyer is a person who has not owned a home in the last 3-year period prior to the purchase.  For married taxpayers, the law tests the homeownership history of both the home buyer and his/her spouse. For example, if you have not owned a … (5 comments)

South Point Subdivision - 03/10/09 08:14 PM
 
Via Marcus Carriere (Baton Rouge Area Homes):

South Point subdivision is one of the finest subdivisions in the Denham Springs area.  South Point
is located off of Highway 16 (Petes Hwy.).  The subdivision is conveniently located to great dining,
great shopping, and  the enjoyment of small city living.  South Point is within great school districts
in elementary, middle, and high school levels. 
Pricing is great with homes ranging from lower 100,000's to 200,000's and square footage ranging
from 1000 to over 2000 square feet.  Stop in today and view this fine subdivision with homes built
by D.R. Horton. 
View … (2 comments)

"The Day the Dogs Stood Still" A Photographic Journey of Life and Hope NEEDS OUR HELP TO WIN - 03/04/09 01:01 PM
Now it's seldom that I mention an outside cause here on Active Rain, but I've been following a lady on Twitter who is a champion of dogs everywhere!  She tirelessly rescues pound puppies and finds them homes and send news alerts of interest to dog owners.  She has a photographer friend who shares her passion for animals and has entered a contest to win money to support shelters.  He will take a photo jouney and do a post.  Now what more worthy cause, except children, could you think of than helping "those other family members".  If you want to check out her profile you … (1 comments)

This is What Really Motivates Me! Makes Life and Working Real Estate Worthwhile - 03/04/09 10:26 AM

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Storybook Ball Coming March 14, 2009. Don't Miss This Magical Event! - 03/03/09 06:17 PM

Have you ever wanted to walk into the pages of The Jungle Book, or see lifesize Dora & Diego? Then you'll have a chance when you attend A STORYBOOK BALL that will be held in Baton Rouge March 14, 2009 from 6pm - 10m.  It's occuring at the Celtic Studios, the newest, fully functional Hollywood movie studio in Baton Rouge.  This gala event will be the first fundraising event for Family Road of Greater Baton Rouge, a non-profit organization that provides a variety of services for families. Vew the Press Releases and get all the deatils.  This excerpt from the Press … (3 comments)

2009 Bass Classic This Weekend March 7, 2009 - 03/02/09 03:53 PM
This weekend the CMN Bass Classic will be held to help Baton Rouge's OLOL Childern's Hospital. I can attest to their skill and care for children in the greater Baton Rouge area.  I had to rush my 2 year old grandson there to get a peanut extracted from his nose!   There are several events to sponsor this regional hospital specializing in children's care, including rooms specially furnished for mom's and children of all ages!
The Advocate News featured a video interview of the upcoming event: Bass tournament
To sign up just register on OLOL website:  Sign Up Here 

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