Everyone has been waiting with baited breath to hear what will happen with the 1st time homebuyer tax credit that currently has a deadline of November 30th for closings in 2009.  Congress passed the extension as of last Wednesday and now the Senate is considering it. Today, an article from REALTOR.com notes that key lawmakers have tentatively agreed to not only the extension through April (to get under contract) but to also put a new element in for buyers who have owned and lived in a home for 5 consecutive out of the past 8 years. Tax credit available to these buyers will be $6,500 but does have some maximum income limitations and/or phase out details that you'll need to check out for your own personal situation.

For our listing clients who have perfect starter type homes and now even our "move up" buyers, this is all really great news!!!!  We'll continue monitoring the situation and keeping you up to date.