From the Publisher

There’s been some good news about the housing industry lately. Sales are up, inventory is down and prices are firming up.

If you’re a buyer, however, the upturn may mean that your window of opportunity is closing. At the very least, you need to act quickly if you want to take advantage of the $8,000 tax break for first-time buyers, which expires November 30.

But remember: In order to claim the credit, you must actually close on your home by that date. Signing a purchase contract isn’t enough.

The apparent pickup in the market, and the impending expiration of the tax credit, prompted us to include a “Use it or Lose It” section in this issue of Florida Homebuyer Tampa">Tampa Bay.

Check it out. Then go out this weekend and look at some new homes. There may never be a more opportune time to buy.

KIM HANNIGAN
Publisher
kimh@florida-homebuyer.com

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