Wednesday, March 11, 2009

Maytag Recalls Refrigerators
March 10, 2009

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Name of product: Maytag®, Jenn-Air®, Amana®, Admiral®, Magic Chef®, Performa by Maytag® and Crosley® brand refrigerators.

Hazard: An electrical failure in the relay, the component that turns on the refrigerator's compressor, can cause overheating and pose a serious fire hazard. Description: The recall includes certain Maytag®, Jenn-Air®, Amana®, Admiral®, Magic Chef®, Performa by Maytag® and Crosley® brand side by side and top freezer refrigerators. The affected refrigerators were manufactured in black, bisque, white and stainless steel.

Sold at: Department and appliance stores and by homebuilders nationwide from January 2001 through January 2004.

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Maytag Recalls Refrigerators


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Thursday, February 19, 2009

Congress Enacts Bigger and Better Home Buyer Tax Credit -

Enhanced Tax Credit Provides Outstanding Opportunity for Home Buyers


In its efforts to stimulate the economy and revive the housing market, Congress has enacted legislation providing a tax credit of up to $8,000 for first-time home buyers.

But time is of the essence for buyers who want to take advantage of this opportunity. Only homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009 are eligible. Use the links below to find out more about the tax credit.

$8,000 Home Buyer Tax Credit at a Glance

The tax credit is for first-time home buyers only.

The tax credit does not have to be repaid.

The tax credit is equal to 10 percent of the home's purchase price up to a maximum of $8,000.

The credit is available for homes purchased on or after January 1, 2009 and before December 1, 2009.

Single taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000 and married couples with incomes up to $150,000 qualify for the full tax credit.


http://www.federalhousingtaxcredit.com/

For more information contact Joana Sweney @ 817-501-7309

Tuesday, February 17, 2009

Special Report: THE SPIRAL


A survival guide for the looming threat of deflation


Killing cows to rescue a market
Milk's plunging price has some dairy farmers scrambling to thin their herds. Stacey Delo reports.

$100 bills as toilet tissue?
Will efforts to stave off deflation result in hyperinflation? In an interview, economist John Williams advises hoarding gold and even Scotch to barter.

Don't hope for discounts
If deflation sticks around, history shows it's bad news for almost everybody.

For stocks, it's a slaughter

A sustained period of deflation spells disaster for equities as slack demand eats into corporate sales.

Cautionary tale from Japan's turn
MarketWatch's Lisa Twaronite, formerly based in Tokyo, remembers tough times and silver linings.

Favorable for fixed income
Why bondholders like their chances for riding out a period of weakness in prices.

Where's the party?
Falling prices abound for now, but economists warn that inflation could rear its head before long.

more at http://www.marketwatch.com/newscommentary/specialreports/deflation

Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Severe Weather Closings

Charter Schools,Colleges,Other Schools,Private Schools,Public Schools click here:

http://media.myfoxdfw.com/closings/

Saturday, January 17, 2009

DPA - Downpayment Assistance Program

DPAGroundSwell2 was launched today to coincide with the introduction of H.R. 600, FHA Seller-Financed Downpayment Reform Act of 2009, by Representative Al Green (D-TX). H.R. 600 is the 2009 version of last year's bill (H.R. 6694) that would restore seller-funded downpayment assistance (DPA).

Reformed DPA will help stimulate the housing market by providing working-class Americans with a path to homeownership and generate $150 billion in home sales this year. Purchasing a home now puts homebuyers in a position to build equity as markets recover.

CONGRESS INTRODUCES BILL THAT WOULD REINSTATE DOWNPAYMENT ASSISTANCE: NEHEMIAH RESPONDS

- Bill Would Broaden Opportunities for Sustainable Homeownership Without Government or Taxpayer Dollars -

Sacramento, CA, January 16, 2009 -- The following statement was issued today by Scott Syphax, president and CEO of the Nehemiah Corporation of America in response to H.R. 600, a bill introduced in Congress that would reinstate seller-funded downpayment assistance (DPA). Prior to the October 1, 2008 ban on DPA, Nehemiah was the oldest and largest provider of downpayment assistance.

"There is an overlooked solution to today's housing crisis and fortunately several members of Congress recognize the role DPA plays in getting us there. We commend Congressman Al Green [and additional members of Congress] for working tirelessly to support a bill (H.R. 600) that creates opportunities for sustainable homeownership, which serves as the cornerstone to strengthening a crumbling housing market and breathing life back into the economy. With foreclosures on the rise and banks maintaining their stranglehold on credit, DPA offers a simple solution without spending a single government or taxpayer dime according to the Congressional Budget Office. Further, it enables worthy families to take advantage of depressed home prices, therefore reducing the glut of homes on the market. We urge Congress to reach across the aisle and prioritize broadening opportunities for responsible homeownership in America by reinstating DPA."

http://www.nehemiahcorp.org/
Copyright © 2008 Nehemiah Corporation of America. All Rights Reserved

Broker of Texas Sold Team Realty, Cindy Stewart, talks about DPS:

This program alone will really kick off the market!

By losing the DPA it is likely to be one of the biggest reason that people are not buying. They don't have enough cash to make the down payment.
I would say that 99.9 percent of our clients that used this help are still in their homes.

1- Because they had a good job and credit, just not cash. If we lend smart we will keep our people in homes and buying homes.

2- This will help investors the most.

3- This will bring back the under 200K buyers by the droves.

Wednesday, January 14, 2009

Keller News

The Keller City Council on Tuesday:Issued a notice of intent to issue $8.45 million in certificates of obligation, bonds that do not require a vote, to pay for previously committed projects including a fire station, drainage improvements, park land acquisition, and parking lot improvements for Johnson Park.

Updated an interlocal agreement with Tarrant County to begin the third phase of Rufe Snow Drive improvements, which are scheduled to begin construction this summer. The council approved a resolution expressing intent to reimburse cost for this project with future bond proceeds.

Approved a bid for traffic signals to be installed at the Keller-Smithfield Road intersection with Bear Creek Parkway East and emergency signals on Bear Creek Parkway at Fire Station No. 4.

from http://www.kellercitizen.com/

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Homebuyers

Now, no matter where you live in the United States, owning your own home may be more affordable than you think!

If you are currently renting or wanting to move up, HomeSteps would like to help you on your way to homeownership.

We will pay up to 3.5%* of your purchase price in closing costs for all offers presented on HomeSteps homes between October 23, 2008 – January 31, 2009.

To qualify for this great money-saving offer, just ask your real estate agent to show you the available HomeSteps homes in your area and to include this closing cost offer at the time of your initial offer on a HomeSteps home.

If you want more information please give me a call at 817-501-7309.

This was provided by HomeSteps, a Freddie Mac Unit.HomeSteps® 2008 Ask An Agent Sales Promotion