tax credit: The Positive Economics Of Buying A Home (Or why NOW is the time to buy!)
- 08/26/10 05:35 PM
The following is a reprint of my column that appeared in Frontiers In L.A. magazine on July 22nd, 2010 Everyone seems to have an opinion on the current real estate market. Those opinions seem to differ based on who it’s coming from and what’s at stake for them. Those who aren’t anywhere near ready or able to buy love to smack-talk the market. They say everything is still way overpriced, and that things still haven’t stabilized yet. My neighbor’s brother’s church leader’s dentist’s cat said that anyone who buys now is crazy. However, those who have gotten their ducks in a … (1 comments)
tax credit: a primer for first time buyers....
- 10/06/09 08:34 AM
Another worthy story in the LA Times last week that I wanted to get posted for clients on the fence, and Realtors who are welcome to re-post. As we ALL know, this is the time for first time buyers to take the plunge. Prices are down (possibly all the way before they start back up) and interest rates are insanely low. Factor in the $8,000 first time homebuyers credit, and you have the perfect storm for first time buyers ready to get into the market. This is a great article that will help consumers get an idea of what they need … (3 comments)
tax credit: CALL TO ACTION: $8,000 tax credit...the clock is ticking. or is it??
- 10/06/09 08:02 AM
By now everyone is aware of the $8,000 tax credit being offered to qualifying first time home buyers. Originally it had to be repaid, now it's a freebie that is part of the larger economic stimulus plan. The official end date for the program is November 30th, 2009. This means that transactions have to be CLOSED by that date. Given how long it's taking many loans to get approved even for the most stellar of candidates, that means that time is running out for those looking to cash in on the program before it expires. There is, however, talk of extending … (0 comments)
A home is not a home because of its room dimensions or the color of the walls. It is about how you feel when you walk through the front door. And the way you can instantly envision your life unfolding there.
This is about more than real estate. It is about your life and your dreams.
The following is a reprint of my column that appeared in Frontiers In L.A. magazine on July 22nd, 2010
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