Cristina Fitchett

Living in Philadelphia & the metro area has a unique blend of experiences you have to discover in person.

Things to do during the holidays:

• Shopping - Tax Free on Clothing!
  
  • Rittenhouse Row - Upscale, unique & chic. From the Avenue of the Arts (Broad Street) to 21st Street, between Spruce and Market Streets
  • The Shops at Liberty Place - Located downtown at 17th & Chestnut Sts, a mix of brand name & unique shops
    
  • Franlin Mills Mall - Located in North East Philadelphia, the largetst outlet mall in the country
    
  • King of Prussia Mall - Located in the suburbs 30 minutes from downtown
    
  • Philadelphia Premium Outlets - Located in the suburbs in Montgomery County 45 minutes from downtown, with over 150 brand name shops
    

• Winter Holiday Magic & Fun!
  
  • Longwood Gardens Christmas
  • Peddler's Villiage
  • Comcast Center Holiday Spectacular
  • Holiday Light Show at Macy's Center City
  • Christmas Tree Lighting In Rittenouse Square
  • Holidays on The Hill - Germantown Avenue in Chestnut Hill
  • The Nutcracker at The Academy of Music
  • The Christmas Village at Dilworth Plaza
  • The Blue Cross RiverRink at Penn's Landing

Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) loan program with requests for Tax Credit Advance Loan (TCA) funds is back effective immediately (advised 11/17/09). First-time buyers will be able to receive up to $6,000 for new construction homes and $5,000 for existing homes (resale. Now, eligible non first-time buyers (current home owners) will now be able to qualify for up to $4,000 for new construction and $3,000 for existing homes. Call me to learn how and I can help you through the buying process. Now is the right time, don't wait.

Great news, if you haven't heard the Federal Tax Credit is now available to more first-time buyers who qualify for up to $8,000 has been extended thru April 30, 2010. Additionally, qualified current homeowners are eligible for a tax credit up to $6,500. Call me and to learn how, the time is right!