The Massachusetts Supreme Court, in a case against Wells Fargo and US Bancorp, ruled against both banks regarding two 2009 foreclosure sales. It was stated that the sales were invalid due to failure to supply proper proof of ownership by the bank at the time of the sale.
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Gov. signs new homebuyer tax credit
posted by Jeff Collins
Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger has signed a new bill providing up to $10,000 in tax credits for both new-home buyers and for first-time buyers of existing homes.
An earlier round of state tax credits offered last year were for new-home purchases only. That program was so popular that homebuyers depleted the full $100 million eight months before the deadline. Continue reading “Gov. signs new homebuyer tax credit”
Governor Expected to Sign Homebuyer Tax Credit
On Monday, the legislature passed AB 183 (Caballero & Ashburn) which would provide $200 million for homebuyer tax credits. The Governor is expected to sign AB 183 into law before the end of the week. C.A.R. supported this important legislation. Continue reading “Governor Expected to Sign Homebuyer Tax Credit”
Foreclosure Bargains Getting Harder to Find
Daily Real Estate News  | February 23, 2010
Foreclosure Bargains Getting Harder to Find
Home buyers hoping to snag a really good deal on a foreclosed home are finding it increasingly difficult because supply is shrinking.
The number of foreclosures that are available for sale nationwide fell to 617,000 in December, down from 845,000 in November 2008, reports Barclays Capital.
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IRS Clarifies What’s Needed to Claim Tax Credit
Daily Real Estate News  | February 22, 2010
IRS Clarifies What’s Needed to Claim Tax Credit
The Internal Revenue Service has clarified which documentation taxpayers need to submit to claim the first-time and move-up homebuyer tax credit.
While the IRS is still requiring the filing of Form 5405, it is not demanding that all parties’ signatures be on the HUD-1 settlement document in areas where requiring both the buyer and the seller to sign the document isn’t common.
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Entry-level housing affordability reached 67 percent in Q2 09
Friday, August 14, 2009
Quick Facts:
· C.A.R. First-time Buyer Housing Affordability Index stood at 67 percent in the second quarter of 2009 compared with 49 percent (revised) in the second quarter of 2008
· The median price of an entry-level home in California was $224,180 in the second quarter of 2009
· The estimated monthly payment including taxes and insurance was $1,330 in the second quarter of 2009
· The minimum household income needed to purchase an entry-level home in California in the second quarter of 2009 was $39,930 Continue reading “Entry-level housing affordability reached 67 percent in Q2 09”
Housing Experts: Now Is a Perfect Time to Buy
Don’t forget to remind potential buyers of something that is obvious to real estate professionals: Now is the time to buy, but that opportunity may be slipping away.
For people who have a job and money, a dream house is within reach, writes Marc Roth, founder of Home Warranty of America and a columnist for BusinessWeek. Continue reading “Housing Experts: Now Is a Perfect Time to Buy”
First Time Home Buyer Programs
Tax Credits Used as of 6/24/09
Tax credit amounts
California allocated $100,000,000 for this tax credit. Buyers must apply for credit allocation from us. We will review applications and allocate credit on a first-come, first-served basis. Once $100,000,000 has been allocated, the tax credit will no longer be available. We began issuing certificates of credit allocation on May 1, 2009. Please check this page for updates on the allocated and remaining credits available. Continue reading “Tax Credits Used as of 6/24/09”
California Tax Credit – How to Apply
How to apply
- Within one week (seven calendar days) after the close of escrow:
- The seller must complete Part I of Form 3528-A, Application for New Home Credit, certifying that the home has never been occupied, and provide a copy to the buyer or escrow person.
- The buyer will complete Parts II & III of Form 3528-A. Continue reading “California Tax Credit – How to Apply”