Archive for March, 2010

Help us Bring Google’s Fiber Network to Asheville!

Wednesday, March 24th, 2010

I proudly support Asheville’s Google Fiber Initiative.  This project will help stimulate business and economic growth for our area.  This would allow Asheville to continue to grow on controlled basis. Having Google in Asheville would also provide advanced technology for our area and make our area more competitive in attracting new businesses.  Of course, this [...]

Is the market for luxury real estate coming back to life?

Wednesday, March 17th, 2010

According to a recent article by Steven M. Sears in The Wall Street Journal, this might be the case.  With summer just around the corner, Barron’s sized up the market for upscale second homes.  Barron’s 10 Best Places for Second Homes
Criteria for selection: gorgeous houses, spectacular views, world-class golf, fishing and skiing, fine dining and [...]

Home Buyer Tax Credit - must be under contract by April 30, 2010

Wednesday, March 10th, 2010

Extended First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers ends April 30, 2010.   Also, the tax credit to grant up to $6,500 credit to current home owners purchasing a new or existing home between November 7, 2009 and April 30, 2010 is coming to an end.
 
Who Qualifies?

First-time home buyers who [...]