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Extended Home Buyers’ Tax Credit

Friday, November 20th, 2009
Many of us interested in buying a home have been put off by the uncertainty of these economic times and the housing market itself. Frankly, the time to buy a home is NOW! Not only is housing inventory high right now, but there has been an extension of the government incentive of First Time Home Buyer Tax Credit. In fact, it has been expanded to include current homeowners as well.
The definition of a first time homebuyer is somewhat liberal. The purchase must occur between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010 and the maximum allowable credit for first time homebuyers is $8,000. In order to qualify, the buyer (or spouse) must not have owned a home in the past three years. Single buyers with incomes up to $125,000 and married couples with incomes up to $225,000 may receive the tax credit. If income exceeds these amounts, some buyers may still be eligible for the credit. The amount of the credit decreases for buyers who earn between $125,000 and $145,000 for single buyers and $245,000 for homebuyers filing jointly. The amount of the tax credit decreases as his/her income approaches the maximum limit. Homebuyers earning more than the maximum qualifying income – over $145,000 for singles and over $245,000 for couples are not eligible for the credit.

There’s also good news for current homeowners, wishing to purchase a new or existing home between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010. If those current homeowners have used their home being sold or vacated as a principal residence for five consecutive years within the last eight, they are also eligible for up to a maximum $6,500 in tax credit.

Not only is the tax credit available on single family homes, but also on other primary residences such as condos, townhomes and co-ops purchased for $800,000 or less. As long as a written binding contract to purchase is in effect on April 30, 2010, the purchaser will have until July 1, 2010 to close and still qualify for the credit. The credit does not have to be repaid if he/she occupies the home for three years or more. However, if the property is sold during the three year period, the full amount of credit will be recouped on the sale.

The above information should instill enough confidence in some of us to help us get off the fence we’ve been sitting on. The buyers’ market we’re in right now won’t last forever and neither will the enticement of the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit. Now, more than ever, is the time to consider that home you’ve wanted or needed!

 

 

Top Ranked Cashiers Homes and Land, Highlands Homes for sale, Lake Toxaway Homes Website

Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Merry Soellner’s www.cashiersncland.com website recently earned the title of Google’s

Top Ranking Real Estate Website for Sapphire NC homes and land, Glenville home for sale, Franklin NC real estate, Brevard NC land, Cashiers NC homes for sale, Highlands NC homes and land, Lake Toxaway real estate

This ranking changes up and down daily.  The most solid spot seems to be Cashiers Homes and Land.  Merry Soellner was delighted to see her efforts paying off for her providing responsive, professional and friendly real estate services to a growing clientele from all over the United States and the World.  The coveted title of top real estate broker for the Cashiers, Highlands, Brevard, Lake Toxaway, Glenville, Franklin and Sapphire areas changes daily.  Even so, Merry was pleased to see that the number of votes (or clicks) obtained from her clients and new visitors to her informative website seem to be stimulating her real estate business.

Merry Soellner recently received a major vote of confidence from her fellow realtors, having been elected to a 3-year term as a new in-coming Director for the Cashiers-Highlands Board of Realtors.  Merry Soellner has the distinction of being a member of the Brevard-Asheville Board of Realtors as well, something in which few realtors in the Cashiers-Highlands-Lake Toxaway participate.

When asked why Merry seemed to be enjoying such high rankings, she said that her website traffic has increased dramatically, due to her increased showings of homes and land in the Cashiers real estate, Highlands real estate and Lake Toxaway real estate markets.  She also has continued to conduct exhaustive previews for new clients for Glenville homes for sale, Sapphire homes for sale and Franklin homes for sale.  “I think the fact that I really work hard, previewing as many as 20 homes in just 2 days, makes sure that I hit the mark assigned to me by my clients is part of it,” Merry said.

Merry can offer the following properties: Cashiers homes for sale, Lake Toxaway Estates homes for sale, Bald Rock, Burlingame, Catatoga, Pine Forest, Spring Forest, Highlands, Stillpoint, Trillium, and dozens of other locations.  She also is a member of the Brevard and Asheville real estate board, giving her the ability to provide access to her clients to that entire section of western North Carolina.

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Wednesday, October 21st, 2009

Homes for sale, homes for sale! Inventory everywhere!

You’re probably asking yourself, “Why would I want to buy a home now? The housing market CAN’T be as low as it’s going to go!”

Looking for a Home on the WNC Plateau?  Come Here for Cashiers Real Estate, Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale, Glenville Land and Homes, Highlands Homes for Sale

Well, I would ask you to consider where it is you want to purchase…for example, if you’re thinking about buying in the Cashiers – Highlands – Glenville – Sapphire – Lake Toxaway area, the truth is that inventory is now moving at quite a brisk rate. Think about it…Once the current inventory is gone, it’s gone!!! New inventory, as it enters the market, isn’t going to be priced the same as inventory that has been on the market as long as the recession has been in effect. If you had a house and wanted to sell it during the past 2-3 years, you know what I’m talking about. People waited and waited until most folks that needed to sell their property gave up and drastically reduced their prices just to get the property sold.  When looking for Cashiers homes for sale, Merry Soellner, North Carolina licensed real estate broker can help you find your mountain dream home.  Looking for Lake Toxaway homes for sale or Glenville homes and land, or Highlands homes for sale? She can help you find those special places, too. 

Still Looking? Try Merry Soellner, Real Estate Broker, for Sapphire Homes for Sale, Franklin Real Estate, Brevard Homes for Sale

I think it’s safe to say that the bottom has been hit, and the deals that are out there now need to be seriously considered. Our market is not the same as other markets. We have a second home market, where a majority of people in the position of selling property don’t HAVE to sell their property. So, if you’ve been thinking about buying a home in the mountains, consider looking at Cashiers Homes for Sale, Highlands Homes for sale, Glenville Homes for Sale, Sapphire Homes for Sale and Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale!!! You’ll be glad you did!  You may be thinking of Brevard homes for sale to the east of Lake Toxaway, NC , or Franklin homes off to the northwest of Highlands, NC.  Merry Soellner can help you with either, because she is a member of two real estate boards: the Highlands- Cashiers board and the Asheville-Brevard board.  Together, she can handle your western North Carolina real estate needs.  And let’s not forget what’s in between: Sapphire homes for sale.  She can help you find that special place in the middle.  She actually has a listing there, right now and in other areas of WNC real estate.

Interest Rates are on the Rise for Highlands Homes, Cashiers Real Estate, Glenville, Franklin, Sapphire, Lake Toxaway

Monday, June 8th, 2009

Now is the time to make that real estate purchase in the Cashiers, Highlands, Glenville, Lake Toxaway, NC area!  Home owners are lowering their prices in anticipation of lots of “lookers” during the summer season, which is short!  But wait…Now interest rates are climbing! 

Mountain Real Estate in Cashiers, NC

The lowest interest rate I heard of here in this area was 3.99%.  It was only last month that it was offered.  Now that figure has increased to over 5%.  My banker said that interest rates had risen every day last week, and we can expect more volatility in the days to come. 

Lowest Interest Rates in 50 years for your WNC vacation home

If you’ve been sitting on a fence lately, trying to decide whether to purchase that perfect piece of real estate, don’t wait any longer!  The rate you save may be your own!

We just re-financed our own home for 5.85 percent.  And what a deal.  We haven’t seen interest rates that low in years!  We can help you locate just the right financial institution to get started on your own re-financing!  Whether it’s for your main house, condo, vacation house, Cashiers Homes and Land, Lake Toxaway Real Estate, your Glenville Homes or your Highlands Vacation Home

Come and Get It!  Cashiers Homes for Sale, Lake Toxaway Homes and Land, Highlands Homes for Sale, Glenville Land and Homes, Sapphire Real Estate

Merry Soellner is a licensed real estate broker throughout the great state of North Carolina and can help you find your western North Carolina real estate and dream home in North Carolina.  Help her help you!  Call her now. 

So, for us to help you, all you need to do is contact Merry at 828 399 1580 or at merryproperty@hotmail.com .  Give Merry a call now!

Falcon Cliff Lodge – A Luxury Mountain Home in Cashiers North Carolina – Cashiers Homes for Sale, Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale, Glenville Homes for Sale, Highlands Homes for Sale

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

The Soellner Residence at 644 Parsons View in Cedar Hill, designed by Rand Soellner, Architect, features 4 BR/4 BA, Open Floor Plan, Kitchen features Stainless Steel Appliances and Granite Countertops, 4 Stone-Faced Fireplaces, Screened-In Outdoor Living Area, 2-Car Garage, Additional Family Room, Cobble-Stone Paved Driveway and Court Yard Entry, Heated  Slate Floor in the Master Bath, Whole House Water Filter System, Whole House Surround Sound, Whole House Lightning Protection, Whole House Suppression, Fully Furnished! This home has been featured in several national magazines and internationally in House with a View, published by Images Publishing (available through Amazon.com). Incredible views of Laurel Knob, the largest rock face in the eastern United States, on 6.5+/- acres. Offered at $1,495,000.

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Falcon Cliff Lodge in Cashiers, NC

Falcon Cliff Lodge in Cashiers, NC

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This is a remarkable Cashiers Home for Sale!  Its appearance is timeless and looks as if it grew right out of the ground.  Please see www.randarch.com for more examples of beautiful mountain homes architects designs.  Rand Soellner designs usually sell for more than twice the appraised value of the home.  Why?  Because Rand Soellner designs wonderful custom home architects, timber frame architects and green home architects homes. 

We can also help you with other Cashiers Homes for Sale, Highlands Homes for Sale, Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale and Sapphire Homes for sale.  I’m a licensed real estate broker throughout the state of North Carolina and I have a great deal of knowlege about the mountain area of the state.  Please remember Merry Soellner when you’re looking for YOUR mountain dream home!  Call 828 399 1580 or e-mail me at merryproperty@hotmail.com.

Majestic Mountain Lodge in North Carolina – in Sapphire Homes for Sale

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

Tour this Luxury Mountain Lodge near Highlands – Cashiers
THE GOLD STANDARD OF LUXURY MOUNTAIN LIVING

Beautiful Allen Brown-designed 4 BR/4.5 BA mountain home in Burlingame. Incredible views from almost every space in the home. Antique trusses, heart pine floors, custom doors and stair railings. Interiors by Peter Pioli. The home is being sold completely furnished. Master suite located on the main floor. There are 2 guest suites and family room, plus billiard room on the lower level. Three stone faced fireplaces. Covered and screened outdoor living space. This home is the crown jewel of Burlingame!

$2,350,000

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Commercial Property in the Center of Cashiers Business Area – Cashiers Real Estate

Thursday, May 28th, 2009

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Cashiers Real Estate – Call for Price

Great location in the center of Cashiers business area. Two log buildings, perfectly suited for small business, with high ceilings and plenty of light. Approximately 840 sf plus 260 sf of versatile commercial space. May be sold separately: Larger Building: $275,000, Smaller building: $150,000.

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Thursday, May 28th, 2009

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Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale – $2,650,000

Spacious family home in Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale with level lot and gentle approach to lake; large family room / play room; two car garage; 58 foot frontage on lake; boathouse; totally renovated in 2006

  • Cathedral Ceilings -Room for everyone!  Hobby Room, Office etc.   Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale have never been better priced than right now!  Check Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale NOW!

Mountain Home in North Carolina at Lake Toxaway Golf Course – 3 BR / 3 BA – Withdrawn – In Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale, Cashiers Homes for Sale

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

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Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale – $1,195,000 Golf Course Paradise!

3BR/3BA 2-story home with views of 4 holes on the Lake Toxaway Country Club Golf Course! Surrounded by mountains, and located at the end of a short, private road. Great room features soaring ceiling heights of 30 feet. Home includes 2 stone fireplaces (one in the master!), gourmet cook’s kitchen and wet bar for entertaining. Art studio, large deck and beautiful gardens. A real must-see!


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Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

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Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale – $569,000

Furnished Mountain Home in Lake Toxaway – very cute, with 3 br/2 ba in Lake Toxaway Homes for Sale!

  • Air Conditioning
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