Free First Time Home Buyer Class in Arlington, VA

Free First Time Home Buyer Class in Arlington, VA

February 8, 2010 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

Are you a first time buyer thinking of starting your search? Low pries, historically low interest rates, and the $8000 tax credit have many people in our area wondering if it’s time to buy. Join us for a free educational session at Arlington County Library.
Wenesday, March 3
7:00pm – 8:15pm
Arlington County Library
1015 N Quincy [...]

Property Taxes & Real Estate Related Income Tax Deductions

January 27, 2010 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

Property tax season is upon us, and assessments were mailed out. Seventy five percent of Arlington residents saw a drop, but remember that assessments are a lagging indicator.  A lower assessment doesn’t necessarily mean a lower tax bill though…rates are due to increase (read my post about how property taxes are calculated [...]

What Do I Need to Do To Get Ready To Sell My Home This Spring?

What Do I Need to Do To Get Ready To Sell My Home This Spring?

January 21, 2010 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

Spring is coming early to the DC area. Buyers are out there! Low prices, low rates, and the imminent expiration of the $8000 first time home buyer credit have them circling and looking for the right property, in the right condition, for the right price. And for those properties that are positioned and marketed [...]

Is Buying a Home One of Your 2010 New Year’s Resolutions?

December 27, 2009 by Katie Wethman · Leave a Comment 

Get started by attending a free, no obligation first time home buyer class at Arlington Central Library on January 26 at 7:00 pm.
Our first time home buyer classes are educational sessions designed to give an overview of current market conditions and the home buying process.  We cover a recap of the market, current trends and [...]

Why is the $6500 home buyer tax credit important?

November 15, 2009 by Katie Wethman · 2 Comments 

By this time, most people are aware of the extension and expansion of the $8000 first time buyer tax credit, and many even know about the new “category” of “first time buyers” who are eligible for a $6500 credit.   You can read more details here.  Income limits were raised (previously $75,000 AGI for a single [...]

$8000 First Time Home Buyer Extension and New $6500 “Move Up” Buyer Credit Details

$8000 First Time Home Buyer Extension and New $6500 “Move Up” Buyer Credit Details

November 6, 2009 by Katie Wethman · 1 Comment 

It’s officially passed the House and Senate, and is now awaiting the President’s signature.  Along with the extension of the $8000 First Time Buyer credit (now applies to any buyer under contract by April 30, 2010 and settling by June 30, 2010), there is now a new credit category: long-time residents of the same [...]