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First-time home buyer credit of $8,000 set to expire!

March 26, 2009 By Doug Francis

Yes, time is running out for the $8,000 first time home buyer credit!

This economic stimulus plan for the nation’s real estate market has certainly been appreciated by people people, like me. Not to sound selfish, but any real estate agent will tell you that there are clients who have been “on the fence”,  waiting for that magical moment when there will be a sign, or a dream that wakes them in the middle of the night, that beckons to them… right now is the right time to buy. Prices down, inventory up, interest rates down, and the tax credit incentive period is almost over. Who or what are you waiting for, Mr. Miyagi?

Today’s consumers don’t want to be rushed into anything, but it is time to ring a wake-up bell that there is fine print in the $8,000 tax credit. Fine print? It may just light a fire under anyone looking to purchase a “first home”.

To qualify, you need to purchase the house between January 1, 2009 and November 30, 2009. Also, to qualify as a”first-timer”, only meaning that  you have not owned a home in the past three years.

Yes, you just read November 30th.

As I have mentioned before, as an active real estate agent I see these trends from the ground floor and my understanding of the fine-print is where my clients benefit from our relationship. Maybe $8,000 isn’t much to you, but it would certainly fix up a kitchen, buy some new carpet, or pay for some landscaping. And if you buy Energy Star appliances or heating and AC, then you probably will get an additional tax credit!

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About Doug Francis

A Realtor specializing in unique and new homes around Vienna, Virginia, Doug started writing a first-hand blog about his everyday real estate experiences a decade ago. In-depth, helpful and fun has always been the objective. Outside real estate, he was profiled in a commercial for Verisign's "Where the World Clicks" global ad campaign, and was quoted in Money Magazine's Best Places to Live article on Vienna (#3!). He's a Boston University graduate who feels morning coffee is non-negotiable.

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Helping my clients add value to their homes has always been important to me. My step-by-step recommendations are intended to increase market appeal, return more than invested, and help net more when selling.

Beyond just sellers, I have helped many new homeowners make smart design decisions when remodeling. We gutted our house and totally remodeled it, and I pass that experience along because living in a nice house is simply better.

My background… I’ve been an active licensed agent in Virginia for 25 years, work at TTR Sotheby’s International Realty in McLean, and sell homes in all price ranges. I donate to the Town of Vienna tree replacement fund, participate in a neighborhood citizens association, and try my best to stay in shape.

Questions? Email doug@dougfrancis.com or call me at (703) 304-6827 to discuss your plans. Cheers!

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