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$8000 Tax Credit

So Erik and I were doing our taxes last night and low and behold we owe a ton even though we already paid a ton.

So the thought came up that if we owned a house we would be in a better position tax-wise. We've put off buying a house because the market has dropped and we figured we'd be moving to another state soon. But then last night we thought, why not buy something cheap and have it as an investment when we do decide to move in a year or two. Plus if we purchase it by April 30, 2010 we get an $8000 tax credit. So now we're in a big hurry.

So, I spent all night last night and all day today looking at houses online and we're going to meet with a Realtor tomorrow to see a few houses. Most of them are in Browns Point but a few are in Federal Way and Auburn.

Here's one of them:

Comments

Jaime said…
Beautiful!! I am so excited for you guys. It is so fun looking for houses...I LOVE it! Good luck!
January 30, 2010 at 11:15 AM
The Watson's... said…
House hunting was so fun but so stressful! I hope you enjoy it. And I loved getting the tax credit! Happy hunting!
January 30, 2010 at 9:26 PM
Team Harris said…
Yep, the tax credit was a life saver. Our home has saved us in more ways than one and I'm so thankful we have it! Have fun home shopping!!
January 31, 2010 at 12:59 PM
Anonymous said…
Fun!!! Exciting!!! I love looking at houses too- so if you ever need a looking buddy- just kidding! I'm so excited for you- and a little jealous- I'll just live through you ok ????!!!!
January 31, 2010 at 1:20 PM
Travers Family said…
Wow! Congratulations! It's so fun looking for a new house! Good luck and I hope you stay in the ward or at least close enough to play!
February 1, 2010 at 8:03 PM
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