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The Facts about the Extended First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

Nov 30th, 2009 | By Steve Kornspan | Category: National

If you are in the market for a new home, you may still be able to claim the First-Time Homebuyer Credit. Congress recently passed The Worker, Homeownership and Business Assistance Act Of 2009, extending the First-Time Homebuyer Credit and expanding who qualifies. Here are the top 10 things the IRS wants you to know about [...]

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National Real Estate News Updates

Jul 4th, 2009 | By Steve Kornspan | Category: National

National Association of Realtors Exisiting Home Sale Prices may09 U.S. Economic Outlook: July 2009 Home Valuation Code of Conduct – Home Appraisals -IMPORTANT Other regulatory changes have been implemented by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac’s adoption of the Home Valuation Code of Conduct (HVCC) on May 1, 2009. NAR Government Affairs is taking several steps [...]

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National Update

Mar 3rd, 2009 | By Reecon Advisory | Category: National

Market Commentary Housing Recovery Slowed by Economy.  Recovery in our nation’s housing sector has taken a step backward. Most economic and housing measures and indicators suggest continued weakness in the housing markets during the first half of this year. We believe the Case Shiller twenty city home price index will drop another 8 to 12 [...]

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