Archive for February, 2009

First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit

Friday, February 27th, 2009

 

One of the most exciting provisions of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 was the First-Time Homebuyer Tax Credit. The credit was expanded as part of the most recent economic stimulus bill (The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009). The credit is designed to encourage first time home buyers to go ahead and make the leap to purchase their first homes. Combine this tax credit with the fact that home prices and interest rates are at historical lows, and it is indeed an ideal time for many first-time homebuyers to purchase a home!

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Local Interest for February 27th, 2009 through March 1st, 2009

Friday, February 27th, 2009

Spring is fast approaching but the winter sports are still going strong! Come join us in thew White Mountains for all the great shopping, awesome winter sports and all the great restaurants.  The North Conway area has some great events planned for every season. Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday February 27th to Sunday March 1st, 2009.

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Four Ways the 2009 Economic Stimulus Plan Benefits Home Owners and Buyers

Tuesday, February 24th, 2009

There are four primary sections of the 2009 economic stimulus plan that could be very beneficial if you own or are buying a home.
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Local Interest for February 20th, 2009 through February 22nd, 2009

Thursday, February 19th, 2009

Milder temperatures and 8 to 12″ of new snow are in the Mount Washington Valley.  Great Shopping, Awesome winter sports and all the great restaurants give new meaning to “something for everyone!” For all the outdoor enthusiasts there is great skiing, snowboarding and skating in the White Mountains!  The North Conway area has some great events planned for every season. Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday February 20th to Sunday February 22nd, 2009.

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Local Interest for February 13th, 2009 through February 15th, 2009

Thursday, February 12th, 2009

Milder temperatures have moved into the Mount Washington Valley.  Great Shopping, Awesome winter sports and all the great restaurants give new meaning to “something for everyone!” For all the outdoor enthusiasts there is great skiing, snowboarding and skating in the White Mountains!  The North Conway area has some great events planned for every season. Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday February 13th to Sunday February 15th, 2009.

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Local Interest for February 6th, 2009 through February 8th, 2009

Wednesday, February 4th, 2009

Lots of Snow and milder temperatures this weekend will mean great skiing, snowboarding and skating in the Mount Washington Valley! Come and enjoy the winter activities in the beautiful White Mountains near North Conway.  The North Conway area has some great events planned for the season. Each week we will present a few of these that educate, assist or entertain everyone living in or visiting the beautiful North Conway, NH area. This entry covers Friday February 6th to Sunday February 8th, 2009.

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The Economic Stimulus Bill and the REALTOR® world…..

Monday, February 2nd, 2009

The biggest topic in the media these days – and rightfully so, is the proposed Economic Stimulus Package making its’ way through the Senate.  Once the Senate passes a measure, the differences with the House version will be worked out in a conference committee and then after approval, move to the President’s desk.  Since the recovery of the nation’s real estate market is vital, I thought I’d put forward the provisions that the National Association of REALTORS® considers key:

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