Fun Facts about Logan
•· Money Magazine ranked Logan 3rd on their list for Best Place To Retire Young in 2007.
•· Forbes ranked Logan 10th on their list for Best Small Places for Business & Careers in 2006.
•· The Monday Report ranked Logan 1st on their list for Most Walk able Community in Utah in 2009.
•· The Daily Beast ranked Logan 1st on their list for Being a Kid on Christmas in 2010.
•· Money Magazine ranked Logan 10th on their list for Best Place in the Country to Find a Job in 2010.
•· Money Magazine ranked Logan 1st on their list for The Shortest Commute in 2010.
•· Money Magazine ranked Logan 6th on their list for The Youngest Population in 2010.
•· CQ Press ranked Logan 2nd on their list for Nation's Safest Communities in 2010.
•· Cowboy Magazine ranked Logan as one of the Top Places To Live In The West in 2010.
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Tis' The Season To Winterize Your Plumbing
Here is a checklist of thing you can do to winterize your home plumbing:
Exterior Hose Bibs- Disconnect and drain all hoses. Cover all hose bibs with protective covering.
Pipe Insulation- Insulate any pipes or faucets in unheated garage or crawl space.
Irrigation or Sprinkler Systems- If you have an in-ground irrigation system, the water should be turned off and the system drained or blown out.
Be Aware- Promptly investigate any signs of water leakage that could indicate a burst pipe, such as suspicious water spots or running water noises.
Prepare- Locate the master water shutoff valve in your home and paint it a bright color or put a tag on it. The master value is usually located where the water line comes into the house from the street. If you have any kind of a water emergency in your house such as a burst pipe, turn off this valve until you locate the problem.
Prevent- During very cold weather periods, leave your heat on a slightly higher setting when you are away from the house.
I hope these tips help you out this winter!!! If you are in the market to buy or sell your home check out my website www.lisasellsutah.com or give me a call at 435-757-8990.
Lisa Thompson
www.lisasellsuah.com or www.realestateincachecounty.com
In an effort to help the country's struggling economy, Congress has extended the tax credit for first-time homebuyers and expanded it to some current home owners. Some basic guidelines are below.
First Time Home Buyers: Who qualifies? Anyone who has not owned a home in the last 3 years
is considered to be a first-time home buyer.
Tax Credit Guidelines
•· The maximum amount of the tax credit is $8,000.
•· Any single-family residence (including condos) that is used for a principal residence is eligible.
•· The tax credit is claimed on your federal income tax return. Please consult with your accountant!
•· Individuals who make $125,000 or more do not qualify for the tax credit. Joint filers do not qualify if they make $225,000 or more.
•· Buyer must have a SIGNED purchase contract by April 30, 2010, and close by June 30, 2010.
•· The tax credit has no repayment requirement as long as you own the home for over 3 years. It's your money to keep.
Repeat Home Buyers: Who qualifies? Anyone who has owned their home consecutively for at
least 5 of the last 8 years is eligible for the tax credit.
Tax Credit Guidelines
•· The maximum amount of the tax credit is $6,500.
•· Repeat buyers must have owned their current home at least five years.
•· The tax credit is claimed on your federal income tax return. Please consult with your accountant!
•· Individuals who make $125,000 or more do not qualify for the tax credit. Joint filers do not qualify if they make $225,000 or more.
•· Buyer must have a SIGNED purchase contract by April 30, 2010, and close by June 30, 2010.
•· The tax credit has no repayment requirement as long as you own the home for over 3 years. It's your money to keep.
This is a great opportunity to make a move in the housing market.
If you, or anyone you know, has been thinking about buying a home or moving up, now is the perfect time to do so.
If you have any questions regarding these credits, please give me a call (435) 757-8990 I'd love to help.
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