Tax Information for Homeowners
If you are like me, you are probably doing your taxes now. Here is the IRS publication regarding what you can and cannot deduct for 2008. Enjoy!
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- Homebuyer Tax Credits (2009-10) The Worker, Homeownership, and Business Assistance Act of 2009 has extended the tax credit of up to $8,000 for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing a principal residence. It also authorized a tax credit of up to $6,500 for qualified repeat home buy
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Questions & Answers
- What is the average DOM (days on market) for a home in the 19475 ZIP code? 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, finished basement? November 9, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: $300-600k from Oct '08 to Oct '09: 84 days.
- Can I use the 8000.00 first time homebuyers credit toward my closing costs? If so, can I put the whol 8000.00 toward closing? November 9, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency was providing "bridge loans" assisting 1st time homebuyers in monetizing a portion of the $8,000 tax credit to be utilized towards the purchase of a property. Unfortunately, the agency no longer has the funding available to provide this interim financing. There are however a few other o […]
- Is it standard in PA to sign an exclusive agreement of representation with a buyer's agent? November 5, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: If the Realtor you have selected to assist you in your home search is willing to commit their time and resources, and, more importantly, that you trust them to advocate your interests throughout the process, why wouldn't you show them the consideration of working with them exclusively? The seller has committed to someone to repres […]
- When asking for seller assist how low can you offer on a property in the market today? November 5, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: Have you been provided a worse-case scenario snapshot of your anticipated closing costs? Have you reviewed a comparable market analysis of the townhouses in and around the subject property? What type of financing are you seeking and what is the maximum seller's assist that the lender will permit? Why has it been suggested that you […]
- My home has been listed since 9/14/09. Its in a real nice area near city ave and fairmount park. I don't feel like my agent is doing enough to October 30, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: Miscommunication of expectations usually results into these failed relationships. Perhaps a conversation with the agent's broker could resolve your situation. If the outcome of the conversation doesn't result in improved performance results, then you'll need to assess your options.
- I just received a ADDENDUM #1
SPECIAL PROVISION ADDENDUM TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
UNDERSIGNED PARTIES CONCERNING THE PROPERTY AT:
PROPERTY October 28, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: Appears you are purchasing a bank-owned property. The addendum provided by the bank supersedes the original agreement of sale and defines the terms of the transaction. Please review it with your agent, in detail.
- If i have an attic converted to an in-law suite, is it considered a 2 family dwelling? Common entrance & untilities. Asking for re-fi purposes. October 28, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: What is the zoning & use of your property? Single-family or duplex?
- I am looking at buying a $300k home, my income is just over $80k/yr, but I have quite a bit of credit debt and student loans for my two degress. I October 27, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: The generic response is to contact a mortgage lender and determine what you qualify for based on your financial snapshot today. If the outcome of the conversation allows you the opportunity to purchase a home that meets your needs, then good hunting! However, your debt load will impact your quality of life. By undertaking a house payme […]
- This house on Copeland School Road is supposed to be "bank owned" as a foreclosure. Is this price real and if so, what school district.? October 26, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: Just listed a REO at 1040 Squires Pl, West Chester. Click the link below.
- how much? October 26, 2009Answer by Edmund Choi: Asking price at time of contract was $150k. Was supposed to settle on 10/21/09.
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