I’ll be a first time home buyer. Are there any programs that will help me save money on a mortgage? Advice?Shelly C asked: I’m prepping to buy my first home but have not found a mortgage agent yet. Is there any advice on government programs for first time buyers? I’m looking for the best advice to save money on a mortgage. Does anyone have any advice on how to buy smart when dealing with real [...] What happens if I get the 2009 First time home buyer tax credit, but I don’t buy a house?dtrizzle asked: My tax guy asked if I wanted to get the $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers. What if I don’t buy a house? Will my wife be eligible for the First-Time Home Buyer Credits?di_cassano asked: I bought a home 2 years ago, the home owner is myself only. If my wife buys a $200,000 worth of home in February, will she be able to claim the $8,000 tax credit as a first time home buyer? Thanks.Margaret Unmarried couple first time home buyer credit?Jason B asked: My fiance and I are buying at home and both qualify for the first time home buyer credit. I’m assuming that we both can’t claim the $8,000, so does one of us claim it, or can it be split up 50/50 (mirroring our ownership of the house)? first time home buyer grants in Pa?mbreasia asked: I am looking to purchase a home in the next few months. Does anybody know of any first time home buyer programs, that offer grants? What kind of benefits can a first time home buyer receive?4 Time Champ asked: Especially the way the economy is. I know the prices are down, but is there special programs available to 1st time home buyers? can i buy a home with the credit score of 554 with the first time home buyer grant before Dec. 1, 2009?Goldengirl37 asked: im attending the first time home buyer classes and i have already attended the first class, now i have to go back for a one on one counsel at the end of the month. but i affaid that i wouldnt have enough time to buy a home before the deadline december 1, [...] First Time Home buyer. Can someone tell me how much down I would need for a $175,000 in CA?tonyscourtside22 asked: Hi. I’m a first time home buyer in Monterey County of Ca. I’m trying to figure out how much I would need to put down on $175,000 home in my area. I would greatly appreciate any insight or tips on buying my first home as well. Thanks a bunch.Darryl First time home buyer with tax credit question?chicky asked: I’m closing on my first house next week and i understand that the tax credit for first time home buyers has changed from $7500 to $8000. Can i receive that money on this years taxes or must i wait till next years filing? First time home buyer tax credit and HUD 100 down payment using the tax credit?sle7787 asked: I would like to know if you are a first time home buyer and you are going to use HUD’s $100 down payment promotion, can the first time home buyer tax credit be used towards the closing cost? |