Thursday, February 05, 2009

Will Homebuyer Tax Credit Provide Hope for the Real Estate Market?

Yesterday, the Senate added a provision to President Obama's stimulus package to help the housing industry. Any homebuyer, not just first-time buyers, can earn a tax credit of 10% of the purchase price of their new home, up to $15,000. The bill hasn't passed yet, but pundits believe that it should come to the floor for a vote by Friday, with the tax credit intact.

This is great news for the real estate market! If it passes ALL homebuyers, not just first-time buyers, will be able to take advantage of lower home prices, a large inventory to choose from, historically low interest rates and the tax credit. There's never been a better time to buy!

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