First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit + Existing Home Owners Tax Credit

Passed and signed off by President Obama, the country has a few more months to take advantage of tax credits offered when purchasing homes.

Who qualifies as a first time homebuyer?  Those who have not owned a home within three years.

Since the beginning of 2009 first time homebuyers have been taking advantage of the opportunity to get up to $8000 back as a tax credit.  This has now been extended.  A purchase contract must be dated by April 30,2010 and closing no later than June 30, 2010.

After Dec. 1, 2009, income limits rise to $125,000 for singles and $225,000 for married couples.  The maximum home value purchased cannot exceed $800,000.

The good news does not stop there.  Added to the bill is a tax incentive for EXISTING HOME OWNERS who have owned and used the same residence as a principal residence for any consecutive five-year period in the previous eight years.  This tax credit is up to $6500.  This is effective immediately.

So if you have been waiting for the right time to buy – I would say

THE TIME IS NOW! 

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Foreclosed Townhome In Lake Nona

No Rear Neighbors

LOVELY AND ROOMY 2-STORY TOWNHOME WITH ATTACHED GARAGE. Foreclosed townhome located in the Lake Nona area.  Close to UCF Medical School, Orlando International Airport and area attractions.  Open floorplan, vaulted ceilings,  breakfast bar and dining area, backs up to conservation.  Master bedroom has walk-in closet, master bath has jacussi tub with separate shower.

This home has 3 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 1560 square feet and was built in 2006.  Asking price is $87,900. 

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Foreclosure In Gated Community In Dr Phillips

Pool Home In Dr Phillips

Luxury home in a prestigious Dr. Phillips community.  12ft ceilings, formal dining, formal living, eat-in kitchen with wet bar, crown moulding, travertine tile, wood, & carpet flooring.  Family room has fireplace and built-in shelves.  Decorative touches throughout.  Master suite offers walk-in closet, garden tub, separate shower, double sit down vanity.  Office, theatre room, bonus room above garage.  Covered lanai with summer kitchen, wet bar, outdoor fireplace all overlook screen enclosed heated pool and spa. 3-car garage.  Only minutes to Disney, Sea World and Universal Studios.  2 miles from Sand Lake Roads Restaurant Row.

This home has 5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 4433 square feet and was built in 1999.  Asking price is $569,250.  Courtesy of Florida Realty Results.

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Dr Phillips Foreclosure In Gated Community

Pool Home In Dr Phillips

You will find this foreclosure in a great gated community in Dr. Phillips.  The home has a huge master suite.  Tile and wood flooring in many parts of the home.  Study may be used as 6th bedroom.  Summer kitchen by the screened in pool.  Oversized Lot.  3 car garage.  Needs some TLC.  About a mile away from Sand Lake Roads Restaurant Row.  10 minutes to Disney.

This home has 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, 3653 square feet and was built in 1997.  Asking price is $439,900.  Courtesy of Sun Crest Florida Properties.

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Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire

You are invited to join Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the First at the Lady of the Lakes Renaissance Faire in Tavares, Florida !   The dates are November 5th, 6th, 7th and 8th, 2009.

The marketing director Jennifer Demsey has given me permission to share this excerpt with you:

The Lady of the Lake Renaissance Faire began in 2002, and offers its visitors and opportunity to step back in time to a magical, enchanting fantasyland that has been created to represent an authentic European village.  The Faire’s educational viability is due to the wide array of unique presentations that are available to students. The Faire features over 100 performers, representing various entertainments of the time – including jugglers, knights in armor, jousting, fire-eaters, pirates, dancers, villagers, peasants, historical characters and a variety of musicians. Over 60 artisans fill the village, working in mediums such as glass blowing, pottery, leather work, blacksmithing, sculpture, candle making, just to name a few. The crafts and entertainment combine with thematic games and foods to create a glimpse of marketplace celebrations and life in the 16th century.

You may download a free curriculum guide to use with your students and get ticket information.  Click here for guide.

If you are planning to attend, you may find this article helpful in planning your visit.  Click here for article.

Free KFC

KFC is having another day of FREE Grilled Chicken.  Go to your local KFC on Monday October 26th.

Here is the fine print: “Free piece of Kentucky Grilled Chicken offer is valid at participating U.S. KFC restaurants October 26 only. Limit one free piece per person. Free piece selection is at manager’s choice and may vary by location.”

Windermere Foreclosure

Sit On Your Front Porch With Ice Cold Lemonade

You will find this foreclosure in Windermere offers plenty of upgrades, including granite countertops, hardware, wood cabinets, crown molding & more!  Front rocking chair porch & back porch!  Large Rooms & plenty of storage!  Master features beautiful ceramic tile garden tub/spa, separate shower, and dual sinks.  Community features include pool, clubhouse, tennis, basketball, playground, and fitness room!  Near the Winter Garden Village and easy access to expressways.  Minutes to Disney.

This home has 4 bedrooms, 2 1/2 bathrooms, 2499 square feet and was built in 2004.  Asking price is $229,900.  Courtesy of Keller Williams Advantage II.

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WordPress For iPhone

Just downloaded the WordPress app for the iphone. It is so easy to set up your WordPress blog and start typing. I haven’t figured out how to add pictures yet. This is so much fun!

I think I’ve just mastered adding a picture. Here is my sleepy husband.

Foreclosure On 5 Acres In Winter Garden

Bring Your Horses

This Winter Garden home is a foreclosure and located on 5 acres of land.  GORGEOUS custom brick home that sits on over 5 acres!!   This massive lot also includes an additional 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms in the mother in-law suite which features 1,200 square feet – Perfect for your guests!!   The main house features a formal living room, office/den, and oversized bedrooms.  Master bedroom features a huge bathroom with jetted tub and double shower.  Kitchen has been completely gutted however in the process of remodeling a brand new kitchen.  Kitchen features will include brand new cabinets, granite countertops, and all new stainless steel appliances.  Great location just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and Disney World!

The main home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3604 square feet and was built in 1996.  Asking price is $435,000.  Courtesy of Re/Max 200 Realty.

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Dr Phillips Foreclosure

Pool Home In Dr Phillips

It’s hard to see the home in the above photo but this Dr Phillips foreclosure is in a great location.  Located near the Dr Phillips community park, only miles to Disney and to Sand Lake Rows Restaurant Row.  Short drive to Universal and Sea World too. 

This home has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2890 square feet and was built in 1999.  Asking price is $359,900.  Courtesy of First Service Realty.

Email Wende at iHouseOrlando@gmail.com for more information on this foreclosure in Dr Phillips.