In today's real estate environment it is essential to be knowledgeable about current mortgage rates, county and city taxes, tax incentives, and government programs that may assist you in the purchase or sale of a home.  For example, President Obama through his real estate stimulus package, extended the first time home buyer's tax credit of $8,000 for written binding contracts signed and effective by April 30th and closed by June 30th.  In addition, the tax package rewards existing homeowner's with $6,500 credit for those who are selling their homes that were used as their principal residences for 5 consecutive years during the previous 8 years.  

Be certain to check here for other valuable financial tips and key tax programs that can be found on the Chatham county site below.  Check out the Stephens Day Exemption which is a wonderful benefit to anyone buying a home in Chatham county.



www.chrisvogler.com – Chris Vogler, Mortgage Loan Officer, Bank of America
http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com – Great resource for tax credits
http://www.chathamcounty.org/assessor.html - tax assessor's office