recent blog posts from Ron Stewart
Posted by Ron Stewart | on November 9, 2009, 11:45 pm President Obama signed into law the First Time Home Buyer’s Tax Credit. The bill extends the tax credit for First Time Home Buyer’s or people who have not owned a home with the last three years. In order to qualify for the tax credit all contracts need to be in effect no later then » Read more
Posted by Ron Stewart | on October 19, 2009, 5:49 pmThe best and most affordable ways to maximize your dollars in a slow economy is to effectively stage your home. Here are some simple tips to showcase your home. ~ Trim your shrubs and trees. Sweep your sidewalks and drive way, removing any weeds that may be growing between the cracks. Mow your lawn » Read more
Posted by Ron Stewart | on October 15, 2009, 8:08 pmBesides the financial benefits why do people buy homes? There is a sense of putting down roots when you purchase a home. You can decorate and landscape as you choose. Raise children, establish neighborhood connections and make your home the center of traditions for years to come. Owning your own home also enables you » Read more
Posted by Ron Stewart | on October 13, 2009, 9:46 pmUntil December 1st, 2009 first time home buyer’s can still get $8,000 first time tax credit. The tax credit is to encourage people to own a home and it is a really big tax break. Depending on a persons income and how much they deduct on their federal income tax filings the savings could be substantial. There » Read more
Posted by Ron Stewart | on September 4, 2009, 8:32 pmGovernor Herbert announced today a new construction grant program called Home Run 2 Grant. This program is similar to the Home Run Grant issued earlier this year but it is expanded to include homes that are currently under construction or contracted for construction as well as new homes that are ready for occupancy. The grant » Read more