Currently the State of Washington is working out the final details on a tax credit advance program for first time home buyers.

The purpose of the program is to allow first time home buyers who make 80% or less of their county’s median income an opportunity to borrow the Federal $ 8,000 tax credit in advance to purchase a home.

The State legislature has passed the necessary budget to fund the $25,000,000 that is being set aside to seed the program. The Washington Association of Realtors has pledged $400,000 in funds as well.

This program is aimed to jumpstart the housing market in many areas of the State.

I have created a website specifically for this program. The Washington First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit Advance site will be a site dedicated to helping first time buyers learn what is necessary to qualify for the tax credit advance. It will also help buyers meet qualified real estate agents and mortgage lenders who are familiar with the processes and with the home buyers’ local areas.

If you are interested in learning more about this exciting program please visit The Washington First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit Advance website today.

 
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10 Comments on 2009 State of Washington First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit Advance Program

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Hi Scott.  I wish Illinois had this program...

Thanks for writing,

Ken

8:51am • #1
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Thanks Ken-


I would not be suprised to see Illinois putting something similar to this together very soon. 10 states that I am aware of are working on this now.

Best,

Scott

9:26am • #2
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It's a beautiful thing.  Have several clients waiting for this to happen!  Sellers, git yur Fer Sale signs polished up - them buyers be comin' soon!

3:36pm • #3
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118,458 Points

Did this go through? I know that the legislative session was not extended so I hadn't heard if this bill made it or died.

10:25am • #4
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I have not heard officially if this is dead in the water or not. I had heard rumblings that it will be in place June 1st. I am keeping my blog updated with information as I come across it.

 

Best,

 

scott

11:26am • #5
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118,458 Points

Thanks, Scott. I'm sure I'll hear about it if and when it happens. It would make for a good second half of the year. I hope you had a nice weekend!

9:15am • #6
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Thanks for the update. I hope it goes through.

1:06pm • #7
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Thank you for posting this Scott! I work primarily with FTHBs and this is excellent news for me to hear about.

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Scott, good information for me...right now in the middle of a transaction with all the qualifications for the $8K credit, but cash would be great for my buyer.  Will keep checking with you.  Thanks so much!

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Is the IRS finally cooperating with this program?

10:34am • #10

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