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California Passes a Budget |
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Written by Billie Ditton
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Reporting from Sacramento -- Voting at dawn to end a three-month impasse, the California Legislature passed a budget package that addresses the state's massive deficit with billions of dollars in new taxes and program cuts after Democrats and Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger reached a deal with a GOP holdout. Sen. Abel Maldonado of Santa Maria provided the final Republican vote needed to pass a spending plan, which includes more than $12 billion in tax hikes. In exchange, Democrats agreed to rewrite election rules that Maldonado said had allowed the Capitol to become paralyzed by partisanship, leading the state to the brink of financial ruin. To read more http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-california-budget20-2009feb20,0,812941.story |
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American Recovery & Reinvestment Act of 2009 |
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Written by Billie Ditton
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Enhanced Tax Credit Provides Outstanding Opportunity for Home Buyers
In its efforts to stimulate the economy and revive the housing market, Congress has enacted legislation providing a tax credit of up to $8,000 for first-time home buyers.
But time is of the essence for buyers who want to take advantage of this opportunity. Only homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009 are eligible.
We strongly recommend you consult with your financial advisor or tax consultant regarding the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 for the most current information available on the stimulus package.
$8,000 Home Buyer Tax Credit at a Glance The tax credit is for first-time home buyers only. The tax credit does not have to be repaid. The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home’s purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000. The credit is available for homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. Single taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000 and married couples with incomes up to $150,000 qualify for the full tax credit.
First-time buyers who purchased a home between April 9, 2008 and January 1, 2009 may be eligible for a federal tax credit of up to $7,500. The tax credit is available for first-time home buyers only. The maximum credit amount is $7,500. The credit is available for homes purchased on or after April 9, 2008 and before January 1, 2009. Single taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000 and married couples with incomes up to $150,000 qualify for the full tax credit. The tax credit works like an interest-free loan and must be repaid over a 15-year period. Resource Links
Internal Revenue Service
National Association of Home Builders
National Association of REALTORS® |
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Written by Billie Ditton
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Posted December 29:
Congratulations Bob Watt for closing escrow on 53608 Chipo Poyah, North Fork.
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Written by Billie Ditton
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Posted December 26:
Congratulations Julie Gerken and Jacque Hohweiler for closing escrow on 40931 Elliott Drive, Oakhurst.
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Written by Billie Ditton
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Merry Christmas!!
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