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Longleaf Green, off US 84 West in Dothan, Alabama, in the Grove Park neighborhood, has some great exterior designs that are getting compliemnts constantly.

Here's an evening photo that shows off the beauty of the design.

Many quality features are included in the homes, and it is an Energy Star certified neighborhood.

In addition to be located so close the Flowers Hospital, parks, shopping, and other major attractions, Longleaf Green offers just 34 very special homesites for the discerning buyer.

There are 3 floor plans available: Magnolia, Dogwood, and Willow, and home range in size from 1,185 - 2,946 for a 2/2 to a 4/4 and begin at $399,000.

For more information, visit LongleafGreen.com or drop by.

Grove Park is located off US 84 West (West Main Street) just west of Odom Road. Once inside Grove Park, turn left onto Orchard Circle as you come off the roundabout. Your next left is Arbor Gate Way, and you'll see Longleaf Green straight ahead.

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Logo and floor plan copyright of Longleaf Associates.

We are pleased to announce the addition of a page here on Dothan Home Search specifically dedicated to our area schools. When you visit dothanhomesearch.com/schools, you will see a map of area schools, and be clicking on a specific school location, you'll get some general information as well as a couple of links to school test scores, demographic information, and reviews. The page is not quite completed, but we are adding more schools and links daily until it is. The link to the page will show up on the sidebar under the "Inside Dothan Home Search" section of links. Is there school information you would like to see missing from this page? Let us know by leaving us a note below and we will look into adding it!

Longleaf Green, in the Grove Park neighborhood, off US 84 West in Dothan, Alabama, has some beautiful interiors to go along with their exciting exterior designs. Many quality features are included in the homes, and it is an Energy Star certified neighborhood.

In addition to be located so close the Flowers Hospital, parks, shopping, and other major attractions, Longleaf Green offers just 34 very special homesites for the discerning buyer.

There are 3 floor plans available: Magnolia, Dogwood, and Willow, and home range in size from 1,185 - 2,946 for a 2/2 to a 4/4 and begin at $399,000.

Here are some interior shots of the first model:

For more information, visit LongleafGreen.com or drop by.

Grove Park is located off US 84 West (West Main Street) just west of Odom Road. Once inside Grove Park, turn left onto Orchard Circle as you come off the roundabout. Your next left is Arbor Gate Way, and you'll see Longleaf Green straight ahead.

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For more information on my coaching and educational programs and services, visit my website stevehoffacker.com or go to my other blog homesalesinsights.com for additional sales tips, insights, and commentary. You can also listen to my free podcast messages at Steve Hoffacker's Happenings. © Steve Hoffacker, 2009. All Rights Reserved.

This is original, copyrighted photography and the property of Steve Hoffacker and may not be copied or reused without permission.

Logo and floor plan copyright of Longleaf Associates.

For a great opportunity to live in a new home in Dothan, Alabama, visit the exciting designs at Longleaf Green, part of the Grove Park neighborhood. In addition to be located so close the Flowers Hospital, parks, shopping, and other major attractions, Longleaf Green offers just 34 very special homesites for the discerning buyer - and is an Energy Star neighborhood.

There are 3 floor plans available: Magnolia, Dogwood, and Willow, and home range in size from 1,185 - 2,946 for a 2/2 to a 4/4 and begin at $399,000.

Here is the largest plan - Dogwood, a 3 or 4 bedroom plan with 4 baths on 2 levels, with a living area of approximately 2,946.

The traditional Southern Colonial Revival exteriors feature Hardiplank, brick, stone, and other details - providing easy care and low maintenance.

Many of the homesites overlook a well landscaped, central passive park.

For more information, visit LongleafGreen.com or drop by.

Grove Park is located off US 84 West (West Main Street) just west of Odom Road. Once inside Grove Park, turn left onto Orchard Circle as you come off the roundabout. Your next left is Arbor Gate Way, and you'll see Longleaf Green straight ahead.

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For more information on my coaching and educational programs and services, visit my website stevehoffacker.com or go to my other blog homesalesinsights.com for additional sales tips, insights, and commentary. You can also listen to my free podcast messages at Steve Hoffacker's Happenings. © Steve Hoffacker, 2009. All Rights Reserved.

This is original, copyrighted photography and the property of Steve Hoffacker and may not be copied or reused without permission.

Logo and floor plan copyright of Longleaf Associates.

This article was originally posted on DothanHomeSearch.com

Part of the new economic stimulus package just signed by President Obama aims to stimulate the housing market. This post is not to debate the merits of the plan, or even this specific provision of it. The purpose of this post is to give you, our Dothan area home buyers, the information you need to be able to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit. Here is everything you need to know.

Who gets to use it?

First-time home buyers are eligible. First-time home buyers are defined as the folks who have not owned a home in the three years prior to purchase. In addition, the credit begins to phase out for purchaser’s making over $75,000 ($150,000 joint return) a year. The credit disappears at the $95,000 ($170,000 joint return) income level.

What kind of house can you buy?

Any single-family residence that will be used as your primary residence is eligible.

How much of a tax credit will I get?

The credit is for 10% of the purchase price of your home, up to $8,000. For any home under $80,000, you would get a 10% credit. Over $80,000, and the credit is the full $8,000.

How does this tax credit work?

Basically, this credit goes toward your Federal income tax bill for the year. So, when you fill out your tax return early next year, you will be able to deduct this credit from the income tax you owe. Look at your tax return for 2008, or, if you haven’t completed it yet, look at your return from 2007. Look for the line that shows the total tax you owed (Line 61 on Form 1040, Line 37 on Form 1040A). You will get to deduct 10% of the purchase price of your home, up to $8,000, off of this amount. There will be a line in the “Payments” section of your return to do this. If you didn’t owe that much in taxes, then you get whatever is left as a refund! Keep in mind that when we talk about taxes owed, we are talking about your total Federal income tax bill, not any amount that comes up in the “Amount You Owe” line of your return.

Do I have to pay it back?

No. Not for any home bought after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009. There is a recapture clause, which states that if the home is sold within three years of purchase, the entire amount of credit is recaptured on sale. This applies only to homes purchased in 2009.

Any way you look at it, this is a pretty sweet deal for home buyers. We’ve got a strong team of REALTORS® waiting to answer your questions and help you find a home.