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Kent, Washington
For many homeowners, a home is probably the most valuable possession that they have.
In fact, many of the people I serve have only the equity in their property to see them through their retirement years. With this in mind, I know my home sellers are trusting me to help them through the process of staging and selling their home.
HTGV recently reported on the TOP TWO most important things a home seller can do to get their home sold is pricing right and staging the home to appeal to a wide variety of home buyers. These are my top two priorities!
My first goal is to help you set a list price that represents a realistic market value, top dollar... without going so high that it does not sell at all. This can only be accomplished by thoroughly understanding the market. To help you in this regard, you will find a detailed market analysis attached. It has been painstakingly prepared to ensure you that you feel comfortable and confident as we proceed to reach this important first goal.
Secondly, I stage your home, so that it hits the MLS looking great, encouraging foot traffic. Staging also helps buyers have an emotional connection to the home when they visit. I will provide you with a professional and comprehensive staging plan. You will be amazed how "livable" a staged home can be!
Staging helps launch all the other marketing I do for the home. The home has got to look it's very best for all the online exposure it will receive once I "launch" it onto the World Wide Web!
Are you thinking about selling your biggest investment? Do you need a professional who knows how to put you on the road towards success when it comes to marketing your home at its best potential?
I welcome the opportunity to serve you, and insist that you contact me with any questions you may have, should they arise now, or during the marketing process.
Kent Washington is a Great Place to Live!
Julianna Hind, Real Estate and Design Professional
How Does the Real Estate Market Look Overall? According to Keller Williams Research, affordability, low rates, desire to buy provide hope for the U.S. housing market. AFFORDABILITY Housing affordability now stands at its best level since 1971. This greater affordability helped boost home sales in February. Especially strong was the activity attributed to first-time home buyers, who represented half of new home purchasers this month. The $8,000 tax credit helped move many of these first-time buyers out of their rentals and into their own homes. In light of weakening global economic indicators and a poorly functional financial system, the U.S. government and Federal Reserve remain proactive, with the Federal Reserve alone purchasing and holding up to an additional $750 billion of agency mortgage-backed securities and $100 billion more in housing agency debt. The Fed moves are designed to provide greater support to mortgage lending and housing markets. LOW RATES While economists expect continued softness in the overall housing market, encouraging buyer signs abound given the historically low mortgage rates and the availability of distressed properties. There are localized opportunities for savvy investors and for those buyers who are qualified, willing, and ready to buy on the cheap. And with rates at historic lows, the question for many borrowers becomes, how long will the good times last? The Fed's actions and mounting federal deficits could weaken the dollar and spur the aforementioned inflationary trend, which could send interest rates back up. In addition, the first-time home buyer tax credit expires at the end of November. Prominent economists maintain that low rates should be available for "at least the next several months." But if fears of inflation cause investors to shun Treasurys, the Fed's impact on long-term interest rates could be short-lived.
Kent, WASHINGTON
Centennial Center Gallery
Do you live in the Kent Washington Area? If so, it is time to get out of the house and explore your own back yard. The Kent Centennial Center has a running schedule of visiting artists! Come visit next time you are in the downtown Kent area.
Kent Event:
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New Paintings by Kim Kopp Exhibit Dates: April 2 - May 28, 2009 Gallery hours: 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
FREE -- OPEN TO THE PUBLIC Kim Kopp's paintings focus on the themes of gathered movement, sound, time and season. |
Kent is a Great Place to Call Home!
Julianna Hind
If you are a First Time Home Buyer in Kent, Washington and surrounding areas you may want to take note of the new changes to the First Time Buyer Tax Credit. If you have already purchased your first home in 2009... Well congratulations! You may be $8000.00 richer! Now that's a handy sum! And if you haven't purchased a home yet... well you don't want to miss out on it do you?
Did you know there is even more opportunity in Maple Valley with a USDA Rural Home Loan? In certain areas --- GREAT Kent Communities -- First Time Home buyers can also qualify for the ZERO Down/100& Financing USDA Rural Home Loan...
Give me, Julianna Hind a call at 206-679-4768
FIRST-TIME HOMEBUYER TAX CREDIT
As Modified in the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
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February 2009 FEATURE |
CREDIT AS CREATED JULY 2008 APPLIES TO ALL QUALIFIED PURCHASES ON OR AFTER APRIL 9, 2008 |
REVISED CREDIT - EFFECTIVE FOR PURCHASES ON OR AFTER JANUARY 1, 2009 AND BEFORE DECEMBER 1, 2009 |
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Amount of Credit |
Lesser of 10 percent of cost of home or $7500 |
Maximum credit amount increased to $8000 |
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Eligible Property |
Any single family residence (including condos, co-ops, townhouses) that will be used as a principal residence. |
No change All principal residences eligible. |
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Refundable |
Yes. Reduces (or can eliminate) income tax liability for the year of purchase. Any unused amount of tax credit refunded to purchaser. |
No change Purchasers will continue to receive refund for unused amount when tax return is filed. |
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Income Limit |
Yes. Full amount of credit available for individuals with adjusted gross income of no more than $75,000 ($150,000 on a joint return). Phases out above those caps ($95,000 and $170,000). |
No change Same income limits continue to apply. |
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First-time Homebuyer Only |
Yes. Purchaser (and purchaser's spouse) may not have owned a principal residence in 3 years previous to purchase. |
No change Still available for first-time purchasers only. Three-year rule continues to apply. |
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Revenue Bond Financing |
No credit allowed if home financed with state/local bond funding. |
Purchasers who utilize revenue bond financing can use credit. |
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Repayment |
Yes. Portion (6.67% of credit or $500) to be repaid each year for 15 years, starting with 2010 tax filing. |
No repayment for purchases on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009 |
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Recapture |
If home sold before 15-year repayment period ends, then outstanding balance of repayment amount recaptured on sale. |
If home is sold within three years of purchase, entire amount of credit is recaptured on sale. Applies only to homes purchased in 2009. |
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Termination |
July 1, 2009 (But note program changes for 2009) |
December 1, 2009 |
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Effective Date |
Purchases on or after April 9, 2008 and before January 1, 2009. Repayment to begin for 2010 tax year. |
All revisions are effective as of January 1, 2009 |
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Kent, Washington
For many homeowners, a home is probably the most valuable possession that they have.
In fact, many of the people I serve have only the equity in their property to see them through their retirement years. With this in mind, I know my home sellers are trusting me to help them through the process of staging and selling their home.
HTGV recently reported on the TOP TWO most important things a home seller can do to get their home sold is pricing right and staging the home to appeal to a wide variety of home buyers. These are my top two priorities!
My first goal is to help you set a list price that represents a realistic market value, top dollar... without going so high that it does not sell at all. This can only be accomplished by thoroughly understanding the market. To help you in this regard, you will find a detailed market analysis attached. It has been painstakingly prepared to ensure you that you feel comfortable and confident as we proceed to reach this important first goal.
Secondly, I stage your home, so that it hits the MLS looking great, encouraging foot traffic. Staging also helps buyers have an emotional connection to the home when they visit. I will provide you with a professional and comprehensive staging plan. You will be amazed how "livable" a staged home can be!
Staging helps launch all the other marketing I do for the home. The home has got to look it's very best for all the online exposure it will receive once I "launch" it onto the World Wide Web!
Are you thinking about selling your biggest investment? Do you need a professional who knows how to put you on the road towards success when it comes to marketing your home at its best potential?
I welcome the opportunity to serve you, and insist that you contact me with any questions you may have, should they arise now, or during the marketing process.
Kent Washington is a Great Place to Live!
Julianna Hind, Real Estate and Design Professional
Selling your Kent, Washington Home is easy with my staging and marketing package! Call for details: 206-679-4768 or learn how easy it is to have your homes staged and listed on my website!
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