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Homebuyer Tax Credit Expires - Now What?

The homebuyer tax credit expires but don’t let it take you out of the real estate market.

The real estate market has been buzzing the past couple months as qualifying first-time and move-up buyers rush to take advantage of the homebuyer tax credit. The tax credit, amazingly low interest rates, and attractive home prices made it a historically magical opportunity to buy a home. If you took the plunge and made a savvy buy…congratulations! You will look back in several years and be proud of your smart decision making.

But what if you didn’t buy a home before the April 30, 2010 accepted offer deadline? Should you stop looking to buy? Heavens no! Of course you no longer qualify for the tax credit, but the decision to buy a home remains one of the smartest financial decisions you can make. The conditions are still heavily in your favor.

Interest rates remain below 5 ½ % for most buyers with good credit, prices are very attractive, and sellers are far more open minded about offers. This remains a classic “buy low” real estate opportunity. My advice to you is:

  • So stay in the game
  • Work with a knowledgeable Realtor
  • Find the right home

…..and position yourself now to capture great appreciation in the future.

Email me for my list of “Best Buys” on the North Shore of Milwaukee. 

Posted by:  Essam Elsafy

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Outdoor Recreation along Milwaukee’s North Shore

A profound part of the North Shore Milwaukee lifestyle is the access to beautiful Lake Michigan, the Milwaukee River, and all of their recreational offerings. Whether you own a lakefront property in Whitefish Bay or a rural country estate in River Hills, the shimmering waters of Lake Michigan and the Milwaukee River are essentially in your backyard. Swimming, boating, and strolling sandy beaches are all a part of daily life in the North Shore suburbs; plus, the coastline and riverbanks feature miles of trails and bike paths for those who enjoy jogging or bicycling while taking in sweeping scenic vistas. Milwaukee’s North Shore region is also home to the Schlitz Audubon Nature Center, a 185-acre nature preserve that serves as a great resource for the community, offering six miles of hiking, nature programs, and workshops perched on the shores of Lake Michigan.

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