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Tax Credit Deadline Extended; Flood Insurance Program Reinstated

By
Real Estate Agent with yourChoiceRealty.net

 

I am happy to report that Congress has passed a bill extending the Homebuyer Tax Credit closing deadline to September 30, 2010.  This is a huge win for REALTORS® and homebuyers, and NAR worked closely with members of Congress to make it happen.

The extension applies only to transactions that had ratified contracts in place as of April 30, 2010, and have not yet closed.  There will be no gap between June 30 and the date the President signs the bill into law. 

Additionally, Congress has extended the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) through September 30th.  The bill is retroactive and will cover the lapse period from June 1, 2010, to the date the law is enacted.  NAR will continue to work with Congress on the NFIP Reform bill, and we will keep you posted on those efforts.

Doug Anderson
Tucker Associates Real Estate Services - Danville, CA
Bay Area Real Estate Views

Both items are good news.  Lots of buyers were going to lose out.  Those who entered into contract counting on this credit will be relieved. ~ Doug

Jul 01, 2010 03:21 PM
Dan Edward Phillips
Dan Edward Phillips - Eureka, CA
Realtor and Broker/Owner

This is very good news for everyone in the industry!

Jul 01, 2010 05:50 PM
Dan Edward Phillips
Dan Edward Phillips - Eureka, CA
Realtor and Broker/Owner

This is very good news for everyone in the industry!

Jul 01, 2010 05:50 PM