1. “ The New, Improved Tax Credit” A complimentary Market Update Seminar hosted by Weichert, Realtors ® Each WEICHERT® franchised office is independently owned and operated. Learn about the new, improved Federal Tax Credit and why experts believe now is the time to buy. Weichert, Realtors ® Princeton Office 3/11/10
5. What are you hearing about the real estate market? Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Home?
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8. A Great Time to Buy a Home First-time homebuyers can receive a tax credit up to $8,000! NEW TAX CREDIT Current homeowners may be eligible for a tax credit up to $6,500!
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10. The NEW First-Time Buyer Tax Credit Amount 10 percent of the cost of the home, not to exceed $8,000 Property Any home that will be used as a principal residence including single-family homes, condos, townhomes and co-ops; not to exceed $800,000 Refundable Reduces income tax liability for the year of purchase Income Limit Adjusted gross income of $125,000 for single or $225,000 for joint tax returns INCREASED (Effective Nov. 7, 2009) ! First-Time Must not have owned a principal residence in three years prior to purchase Limitation If home is sold within three years of purchase, entire amount of credit is recaptured Effective Date Purchases with closing/settlement between Nov. 7, 2009, and June 30, 2010 EXTENDED ! Deadline Written binding contract on or before April 30, 2010, with closing/settlement by June 30, 2010 EXTENDED !
11. The NEW Current Homeowner Tax Credit Amount Up to $6,500 Eligibility Must have used the home sold or being sold as a principal residence consecutively for 5 of the previous 8 years Purchased Home Any home that will be used as a principal residence including single-family homes, condos, townhomes and co-ops; not to exceed $800,000 Refundable Reduces income tax liability for the year of purchase Income Limit Adjusted gross income of $125,000 for single or $225,000 for joint tax returns Recapture If home is sold within three years of purchase, entire amount of credit is recaptured Effective Date Purchases with closing/settlement between Nov. 7, 2009, and June 30, 2010 Deadline Written binding contract on or before April 30, 2010, with closing/settlement by June 30, 2010
24. Jeff Smith How Much House Can I Really Afford?
25. Your Buying Power Today Higher supply of homes on market Historically low interest rates + = Your best opportunity in years to afford your dream home Many financing solutions available +
31. Interest Rates Remain Low Source: Freddie Mac Average annual rate (30-year fixed-rate mortgage)
32. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 20% down payment.
33. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 10% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
34. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 20% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
35. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 10% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
36. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 20% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
37. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 10% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
38. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 20% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
39. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 10% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
40. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 20% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
41. Source: Weichert Financial Services. Based on a 30-year fixed rate mortgage, including 10% down payment. The Effect of Interest Rates on Buying Power
52. What Will a Real Estate Company Do For Me? Weichert Family of Companies
53. Making Your Purchase as Smooth as Possible Buying a home involves the careful coordination of many people. Choosing a real estate team you can count on can make the process smoother and easier.
54. Your Weichert Team Like trusted friends, your Weichert Sales Associate, Gold Services Manager, and the Weichert Family of Companies will be with you every step of the way!
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57. There has never been a better time to let Weichert help you buy your new home! Lets get started. Schedule your buyer consultation today!