November 20, 2009

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Existing home sales seen at highest since July 2007
Sales of existing U.S. homes likely rose for second consecutive month in October, reaching their highest level since July 2007, according to a Reuters poll, as buyers scrambled to take advantage of greater affordability and a first-time home buyer tax credit. Read more »

National News

What's Being Talked About

Peg says ...

Where do you send the stickers from the qualifying windows? How is it determined how much credit you get? Do you just note it when you file your federal taxes next year, or is there a form you send in? What is the qualifying energy savings needed?

from Replacement Windows for Tax Credit.
Roberta says ...

For tax purposes you need to have a manufacturer's statement that the specific windows you are purchasing qualify for the tax credit. In my case I had to save the stickers off the windows (Marvin Integrity) that give energy information.

from Replacement Windows for Tax Credit.
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Tankless water heaters qualify! Los Angeles Plumbing Chicago Plumbing Cincinnati Electrician Pay Per

from "Dollars For Dishwashers" Encourages Buying Energy-Efficient Appliances.
Sherry yollen says ...

The home sales increased because everyone is buying foreclosures. The worst is yet to come in my opinion. Denver Plumbing and Denver Plumber

from Pending Home Sales Jump In September.
Sue says ...

Your ideas and suggestions are great, but why is there a picture up there with what looks like a hospital bed? How does this play into the article?

from Your Achilles Room.

Local News

Homebuilders hope for rebound in 2009

The Homebuilders Association of Greater Springfield is preparing for a marketing blitz at its annual Home Show this weekend.
'Mortgage relief' offers likely are scams

Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Springfield says at least six people in the city have fallen victim to foreclosure rescue scams just this week alone.
Federal mortgage relief plan will help millions keep homes

The president's "Making Home Affordable" plan aims to help people keep their homes in two parts, loan refinance and loan modification.