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The 'State of the Omaha New Construction Market' from NP Dodge

We put together a 'state of the market address' for Metro Omaha Builders Association last week and thought we should share this with those who might be interested in the new construction market here in Omaha, Nebraska. Let us know what you think and if you have any questions! Robert Wiebusch ~ NP Dodge Blog Author

Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit Full Resource from NP Dodge

We have created a section within npdodge.com to answer a multitude of questions that we have received over the past few weeks and general information that you might be interested in so that you too can take advantage of this valuable credit! The links below the video screen on the right side will refresh the page and automatically play a new video. Leave us a comment below if you have a question or simply email us at info1@npdodge.com as we are here to help!

Click the image below for our full $6,500 tax credit resource:

If you have specific questions or need additional information, please contact a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service at 800-829-1040.

Robert Wiebusch ~ NP Dodge Blog Author

The much anticipated Riverfront Place update!

NP Dodge Real Estate~Riverfront Place Condo News:

Riverfront Place has sold six condominiums in Tower II since the Downtown Living Tour at the end of May. These sales have boosted total pre-construction sales to approximately 60% in Tower II. With groundbreaking forecasted for this summer or early fall, great purchase opportunities for those seeking a remarkable brand of living are still available. Take in the views and learn about the unique lifestyle being experienced on Omaha's riverfront by visiting the 5th floor tower model 11:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M, or schedule your visit online at http://www.riverfrontplace.com


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Young volunteers launch home repair mission

By Kirby Kaufman
WORLD-HERALD STAFF WRITER

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When organizer Todd Skrzyniarz shouted "Illinois!" inside Grace University's teen-filled auditorium, half of the audience screamed.

Some 215 middle and high school students from six states plus Nebraska were at the university Sunday for the kickoff of a weeklong volunteer effort to improve homes in northeast Omaha.

The Mission Omaha Foundation is working with the youths to paint, weatherproof and build decks and wheelchair ramps.

The young people are from Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan and Colorado as well as Nebraska. The initial meeting began at noon Sunday with a barbecue. The students will work all week in teams of five youths and one adult. A total of 36 crews will work at 32 homes. Each participant had to raise $448 to cover room and board.

Mission Omaha, the sponsoring organization, raised about $68,000 to cover materials and other costs. Most of that came from donations from NP Dodge, Catholic Charities, Rebuilding Together and Brush Up Nebraska.

Mary Rosenthal, Mission Omaha president, said fundraising continues.

Mission Omaha is working with Group Workcamps Foundation, a nonprofit that sponsors mission trips that send teens to cities to help elderly, low-income and disabled homeowners.

The foundation organizes trips throughout the country. This is the first year it has worked in Omaha.

Rosenthal said the effort brings people together to make a difference for people like Michael Fideler.

The 62-year-old Omaha man is having his self-described "blistering" yellow home repainted this week.

"I appreciate it a lot. I mean I can't do much anymore because I lost a leg and I'm on dialysis three days a week," Fideler said.

Fideler said the house hasn't been painted in about 12 years.

The volunteers hit the streets today and wrap up Friday.

Rosenthal said the experience also helps the helpers.

"It gives them a chance to share in their faith, help someone who needs their help and grow themselves spiritually," she said.


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