Goodbye, Home Valuation Code of Conduct
July 19, 2010 by Jon Tipton · Leave a Comment
Since November 2008 at the time of HVCC’s inception, I’ve been awaiting its demise. “This too shall pass” have been words of wisdom passed down for generations. Last Thursday’s passage of legislation makes sweeping changes to the nation’s financial regulatory system. HR 4173, the Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Consumer Protection Act includes the first modernization [...]
8 Steps to Getting Your Finances in Order
April 5, 2010 by Rick Frissell · Leave a Comment
Getting your personal finances in order is a key ingredient for being able to qualify for buying a home. In these financial hard times that we find ourselves in this is even more important than ever. Here are 8 steps that will help you get your personal finances in order. 1. Develop a family budget. Instead of [...]
Brandon FL Area home buyers should know about the Homebuyer Tax Credit
March 6, 2010 by Rick Frissell · Leave a Comment
The U.S. Congress recently extended and expanded the $8,000 tax credit for first-time homebuyers. First-time buyers now have until April 30, 2010, to sign a home purchase contract and qualify for the credit. Plus, many existing homeowners also qualify for a tax credit of up to $6,500 on a home purchase.
First Time Homebuyer’s Tax Credit Forms Available
December 7, 2009 by Jon Tipton · Leave a Comment
If you were a first time homebuyer in 2009 then you want to make sure you read the IRS Rules for the 2009 First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit.
You will want to download and prepare your own or take to your tax professional who prepares your taxes the 2009 the new IRS 5405 form for claiming your portion of the tax credit.
