
Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Happy New Year to everyone! Looking forward to a great 2010!

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent “Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.” –William Arthur Ward Thanks to everyone reading this page -- hope you all have a wonderful Thanksgiving! :)

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Ten Questions on the Volatile Housing Market -- If you are wondering any of the following questions, this article has some interesting insights:
1. Is the housing market getting better?
2. When will housing bottom out?
3. What signals should I watch to determine whether my local market is improving?
4. How can I figure out... the value of my home?
5. Does it matter whether I'm "under water"?
6. If I lose my home to foreclosure, how long will it take to repair my credit record?
7. If I'm renting, is now a good time to buy a house?
8. Can I get a tax credit if I buy a home now?
9. Can I get a mortgage on attractive terms?
10. Should I invest in foreclosed homes?
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The U.S. housing market has been in a slump for the past four years. When will it ever end? Here is a guide to navigating a fractured and volatile market.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent
I came across a good blog entry that explains the details of the New and Existing Homeowner Tax Credit that was just extended. The key difference in this credit extension is that current homeowners can also qualify for up to a $6,500 tax credit on when moving to another primary residence. They must
have lived in the sa...me principal residence for any five-consecutive
year period during the past eight years.
2010 Extension of $8,000 First (New and Existing) Home Buyer Tax Credit in the 2009 Stimulus Package
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[Update Nov 2009] Following Congress approval, President Obama has signed off on the bill approving an extension of the $8,000 new home buyer tax credit until April 30th 2010. It is available till the end of 2010, but in a phased out fashion. ...

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Homebuyer Tax Credit was extended today through April 2010! Repeat Homebuyers are now included for a $6,500 credit, and new homebuyers will get the original $8,000 credit.
www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com
Learn more about the Federal Housing Tax Credits for home buyers.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Home sales are rising due to a positive mood among buyers, who sense the worst of the housing market bust is likely over.
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WASHINGTON (AP) -- September home sales in the South jumped more than 9 percent from last year as buyers snapped up bargain-priced homes and foreclosures.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Don't forget to check out the free 'open house' tomorrow at the Performing Arts Center... great opportunity to see the area's activities, especially if you're looking to buy downtown!
Spotlight Sunday offers a free first look at Dallas' AT&T Performing Arts Center | Dallas-Fort Worth
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Make the most of your arts experience in Dallas, Fort Worth with expert reviews, news and insight from the arts staff of The Dallas Morning News.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent
As a response to a possible new home shortage in 2010, home building in Dallas jumped 34% in the 3rd Quarter 2009 -- a positive sign that new home market in Dallas has bottomed out. Read more: http://www.star-telegram.com/business/st ory/1668308.html
Dallas-Fort Worth could have new-home shortage in 2010 | News for Dallas, Texas | Dallas Morning New
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Dallas Business News- Dallas Fort Worth business news from The Dallas Morning News.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent First-Time Home Buyers Tax Credit expires December 1, 2009. Call me to take advantage of this opportunity before it's too late.
www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com
Answers to questions about the $8,000 federal tax credit for first-time home buyers. Learn more about the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Dallas is named one of the Top 10 cities to rebound by the Wall Street Journal.
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Experts compiled a list of cities they think will emerge as the hottest, hippest post-recession meccas for young adults.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Why Texas Real Estate is looking up...
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With national headlines looking down see why Texas is looking up

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent New "Park" on Woodall Rogers announced, and other improvements to downtown Dallas are underway. Shows that downtown and uptown are still great areas to invest in!
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Woodall Rodgers Freeway is a sea of concrete and traffic. In two years, it will be an urban oasis.

Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Great condo in the heart of uptown! Gated community. Features hardwood floors, WBFP, granite countertops in the kitchen and baths, black appliances and designer colors. Outside storage and 2-car assigned garage parking spaces. Close to West Village and downtown. Won't last long!
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Kia Jafari, Real Estate Agent Most people would never guess, but the most expensive home in Dallas is only $41 million!
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