Archives: December, 2009

Bob Ravasio — December 14, 2009, 7:15 pm

First Time Home Buyers Tax Credit Good Through May

The government really, really wants people to buy houses. They’re keeping rates low, and they’veĀ  extended the first time homebuyer’s tax credit, again!
To be eligible, the contract needs to be signed by May 1, 2010. The deal needs to close by July 1, 2010, so if you’re thinking of taking the credit via a […]

Bob Ravasio — December 7, 2009, 10:45 am

Marin County Real Estate Market Report December 2009

The Market Has Bottomed
The indicators are all pointing positive for the market right now. We are finding the bottom in residential home sales in Marin County.
Here’s our latest Marin County Market Report.
1. Sales volume is increasing. For the first time all year, month vs. month sales volume actually increased in October. In October 2008, […]