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The $8,000 first time home buyer tax credit is great if you are considering buying your first home in Cocount Creek, but there are a few things to know before you assume that you qualify for the full $8,000.  The tax credit breaks down as follows:  Who qualifies? First time home buyers and people (or spouses) who have not owned a home for the previous 3 years.  You must purchase your home between January 1, 2009 and December 1, 2009.

• What qualifies for the first time home buyer's tax credit? Only a primary house qualifies.  It does not matter if it is a single family home, duplex, townhome, condo, apartment or co-op, if it is a primary residence it will apply.

• What is the amount of the first time home buyer's tax credit? $8,000 is the maximum amount of the credit.  There are 2 factors at play when it comes to getting the credit: The cost of the home and the income of the person or married couple purchasing the home.  The credit can be 10% of the closing price up to $8,000 or a person making $75,000 or less or a married couple making $150,000 or less are eligible for the full $8,000.

• Do you qualify for the first time home buyer's tax credit if your income is higher? Yes and no.  If you make more than the $75,000/$150,000 limit you get less of a credit.  The maximum income is $95,000 for singles or $170,000 for couples.  If you make more than the maximum income you are not eligible for the tax credit.

When it comes to Coconut Creek real estate and purchasing your first home there, take advantage of the first time home buyer's tax credit.  The tax credit is a real boon for first time home buyers and does not have to be repaid.  If you qualify for the tax credit and have been considering purchasing a new home in Coconut Creek there could not be a better time.  Low interest rates, low home values and the first time home buyer tax credit all add up to the right time to call experienced Coconut Creek Realtor, Silva Stoyanova.

Resource and for more information: Realtor.org

For the best in Coconut Creek real estate experience and knowledge contact Silva Stoyanova at 954-673-4402.  Silva has access to the Coconut Creek MLS and all available listings in the area.