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First Time Buyer Tax Credit.... Whats new for 2009.

Here is a great explaination of the benefits of the First Time Homebuyer Tax Credit.  Call me if you have any questions at all, I will be happy to help.

Via Robert Rauf (REMN The Real Estate Mortgage Network):

 

New Revisions to the Tax Credit for 2009

As modified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act

 Here are the quick down and dirty bullet points for the revisions to the tax credit. While we may have 'lost' the $15,000 carrot that was dangled over the past few months there are some big improvements over the previous plan. First it is increased slightly... but most importantly, You DON'T owe it back if you occupy the primary residence for 3 years.

Here are the important points to share with your buyers:

  • Maximum Credit INCREASED to $8,000.
  • Any single family primary residence eligible:(including condo, co-op, townhome.)
  • Reduces or eliminates income tax liability for the year of the purchase
  • Income limit: $75k single, 150k married  and phases out above 95k/170k
  • First time Buyer only (may not have owned a home in the past 3 years)
  • Purchasers using state bond programs are eligible
  • No repayment for purchase made January 1, 2009 through December 1, 2009
  • Recapture only if home is sold within 3years of purchase (for homes purchased in 2009)
  • Program ends December 1, 2009
  • Revisions to previous plan are effective as of:   January 1, 2009

 That is the quick easy to read version of the plan!

 

Have a great week!

Rob

Robert Rauf

www.RobertRaufHomeLoans.com   or my blog: http://activerain.com/blogs/rrauf

(732)223-1630 x102

Real Estate Mortgage Network

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Please don't forget to file for your Homestead Tax Exemption by March 1st

Venice Florida Homes

Did you recently move to the sunny state of Florida?  If so, please do not forget to file for your Homestead Tax Exemption by March 1, 2009.  All you have to do is visit your local Property Appraiser's office to file for your exemption.  All applications for Homestead Exemption must be made between January 1st through March 1st of the tax year, if you miss the deadline or you will have to wait to apply for the Homestead Exemption the following year.

 

What is the Florida Homestead Exemption?  Any person who has legal or equitable title to real property in the state of Florida, and who is a legal and full time resident of the State of Florida is eligible to receive an exemption up to $50,000.  The first $25,000 applies to all property taxes and the additional $25,000 applies to any assessed value over $50,000.  What does this mean to you?

Your propertys assessed value:                  $150,000

Your Homestead Exemption:                        $50,000

You pay property tax on:                              $100,000

There are also additional exemptions for Veterans, Widows/Widowers, Disabled Persons, persons over 65 and Blind Persons.  For full details regarding State of Florida's Homestead Exemption please visit MyFlorida.org.

 

Contact Kari A. Battaglia, licensed Realtor® in Venice Florida at 941-270-1851 to list your property for sale or to help you in your search for property in the Venice FL area, which include Venice Florida, Englewood Florida, Nokomis Florida, Laurel Florida, and Osprey Florida. We currently have available properties in the Dunlap Tennessee area and have Tennessee land for sale.

Contact me by email at Kari@KariBattaglia.com. Need information fast, call me direct at 941-270-1851.     I am currently accepting referrals.

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Serving customers in Venice Florida, South Venice, Osprey, Nokomis Florida, Casey Key, Manasota Key, Englewood Florida, Rotonda West and North Port communities. Call me to list your home for sale, answer questions regarding steps you can take to AVOID FORECLOSURE or answer any general questions you may have about real estate.

Contact me by email at Kari@BuyAHomeInVENICE.com.  Need information fast, call me direct at     941-270-1851.  Copyright©2010. By Kari A. Battaglia PA.  All Rights Reserved.  

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Prestigious Pelican Pointe with lake, preserve and golf course views

Kari A. Battaglia | Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate | kari@karibattaglia.com | 941.270.1851
1259 Tuscany Blvd, Venice, FL
Prestigious Pelican Pointe Catalina model offers great open floor plan with million dollar views of lake, preserve and golf course.
4BR/3BA Single Family House
offered at $599,000
Year Built 2005
Sq Footage 2,662
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3 full, 0 partial
Floors 1
Parking 2 Car garage
Lot Size 10,063 sqft
HOA/Maint $206 per month

DESCRIPTION

Ready to move in, this home is a must see. Catalina model offers great open floor plan with million dollar views of lake, preserve, and golf course. (no golfers at your back door). Formal dinning room off great room which have sliding glass doors that disappear and lead you out to large lanai perfect for entertaining with beautiful pool and heated spa and fountain for relaxing after a long day of golfing. Home is prewired for everything and is equipped with SmartHome. Tile flooring with carpeted bedrooms. Kitchen with separate pantry, corian countertops and wood cabinets. Convenient central vac system and desk in breakfast room. Master bedroom has great views of lake, hug walk in closet with his/her areas. Master bath as roman shower, jetted tub, dual sinks and lots of storage. Bathrooms have under cabinet lighting, built in nooks. 4th bedroom is off the lanai also perfect for office/den. 2 car garage 3 feet wider than original plan for ease of use. Pelican Pointe has been voted best community to live in year after year. Owner has golf membership which is offered separately. Golf membership is not a requirement for community. Minutes to several beaches, 27 hole championship golf course, great shopping and easy access to I75. Put this one on your list to see.

see additional photos below
PROPERTY FEATURES

Central A/C Central heat High/Vaulted ceiling
Walk-in closet Tile floor Office/Den
Dining room Breakfast nook Dishwasher
Stove/Oven Microwave Attic
Laundry area - inside Yard Swimming pool
Jacuzzi/Whirlpool

COMMUNITY FEATURES

Guest parking Clubhouse Fitness center
Swimming pool(s) Sauna/Spa Golf course
Lake Gated property Secured entry


OTHER SPECIAL FEATURES

Fantastic views of lake, preserve and golf course
Tile flooring and carpeted bedrooms
Sliding glass doors that disappear and lead you out to large lanai
Pool with heated spa and fountain
Tray ceilings
Entire home is prewired for phone, cable & internet
Central Vac System
Under cabinet lighting in bathrooms
Jetted tub and roman shower in master bath
SmartHome installed

ADDITIONAL PHOTOS

Seller contact info:
Kari A. Battaglia
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate
941.270.1851
For sale by agent/broker

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Serving customers in Venice Florida, South Venice, Osprey, Nokomis Florida, Casey Key, Manasota Key, Englewood Florida, Rotonda West and North Port communities. Call me to list your home for sale, answer questions regarding steps you can take to AVOID FORECLOSURE or answer any general questions you may have about real estate.

Contact me by email at Kari@BuyAHomeInVENICE.com.  Need information fast, call me direct at     941-270-1851.  Copyright©2010. By Kari A. Battaglia PA.  All Rights Reserved.  

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February's Green Tip Of The Month

 

Recommending this tip to your sellers will also help in the marketing of their home and attract potential buyers.

 

 

Going Healthy Sells

There are many people with allergies, asthma, chemical sensitivities and so on who consider top indoor air quality a necessity.  In addition, more and more people are interested in cutting down on their exposure to volatile organic compounds (VOC's).  So putting on a fresh coat of the new and now widely available "low-VOC" paints is a great idea.  Sellers this will also help in marketing your home and  attract potential buyers.

 

Contact Kari A. Battaglia, licensed Realtor® in Venice Florida at 941-270-1851 to list your property for sale or to help you in your search for property in the Venice FL area, which include Venice Florida, Englewood Florida, Nokomis Florida, Laurel Florida, and Osprey Florida. We currently have available properties in the Dunlap Tennessee area and have Tennessee land for sale.

Contact me by email at Kari@KariBattaglia.com. Need information fast, call me direct at 941-270-1851.     I am currently accepting referrals.

Copyright© 2008 By Kari A. Battaglia, All Rights Reserved.

Kari A. Battaglia, GRI - Realtor®, Broker Associate - Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate - 331 W Venice Ave., Venice, FL 34285 - 941-270-1851 direct  - 941-484-9715 - office 800-969-1990 toll free - Kari@KariBattaglia.com

www.KariBattaglia.com, VeniceAreaHomesBlog.com, FloridaMoves.com/Kari.Battaglia

Serving customers in Venice Florida, South Venice, Osprey, Nokomis Florida, Casey Key, Manasota Key, Englewood Florida, Rotonda West and North Port communities. Call me to list your home for sale, answer questions regarding steps you can take to AVOID FORECLOSURE or answer any general questions you may have about real estate.

Contact me by email at Kari@BuyAHomeInVENICE.com.  Need information fast, call me direct at     941-270-1851.  Copyright©2010. By Kari A. Battaglia PA.  All Rights Reserved.  

www.BuyAHomeInVENICE.com - FREE MLS Search, Buyers guide, Sellers guide, Community Info/Links