Category Archives: Taxes

I Missed the $8,000 Housing Tax Credit so Should I Still Buy a Home?

In recent days I have had a few phone calls from first time home buyers asking me if they should still buy a house even though they missed the $8,000 tax credit. In some cases they could not find the … Continue reading

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Appealing Property Taxes

Homeowners across the nation and here in Cincinnati are appealing their property taxes, taking advantage of a drop in housing prices over the last few years. Marketplace recently ran a story about the rise in property tax appeals across the … Continue reading

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First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Impacts Winter Real Estate Market

here has been a lot of talk recently about the impact of the Federal First Time Home Buyer tax credit. The newspapers, the talk shows, the blogs, and the radio dj’s have all been talking about how important it is. … Continue reading

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Appealing Your Property Taxes with a Cincinnati Realtor

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As we approach the end of the year the various cities and counties in Cincinnati will begin to calculate the property taxes that we all owe. Some areas of Cincinnati are currently in a tax abatement zone (they pay less … Continue reading

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City of Cincinnati Property Tax is Unchanged

The City of Cincinnati will not increase property taxes this year. Even though the city is facing a budget shortfall, City council did not request a higher rate early enough in the process and therefore Cincinnati City Property Tax rates … Continue reading

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Cincinnati Real Estate: First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit Deadline

The deadline for the First Time Home Buyer tax Credit is quickly approaching. The language of the legislation reads that the homes must be closed by November 30th, and many home buyers are not aware of the time it takes … Continue reading

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Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency

The Federal Government continues to provide incentives to homeowners to improve their energy efficiency. The tax credit is worth up to $1,500 for energy improvements made during 2009. In Cincinnati there are opportunities to utilize energy savings for both the … Continue reading

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Cincinnati Real Estate: Tax Credit For Vacant Home Buyers

There is a bill in the Ohio legislature that would give home buyers who purchase a vacant property a tax credit. The purpose of the tax credit is to provide incentives to buyers who purchase  properties that have been vacant … Continue reading

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State of Ohio Provides Additional Tax Credit to First Time Home Buyers

The State of Ohio is providing an addition to the 2009 Federal Tax credit that compliments the Federal Government’s $8,000 tax credit for first time home buyers who purchase before December 1, 2009. The Ohio Mortgage Credit Certificate Program provides … Continue reading

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10 Tax Tips for Homeowner

RISMEDIA published this timely list of tips for homeowners looking to save some money now that tax season is upon us. Educated homeowners everywhere can reap the benefits of tax breaks and incentives. Homeowners and potential home buyers should know … Continue reading

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