An Economic Boost For Utah's Housing Market!

Those buying a new home in Utah could get a grant of as much as $6,000 under a bill recently passed. If buyers are able to combine the grant with an $8,000 federal incentive, they could get $14,000 just for buying a home.
At the state level, SB260, sponsored by Sen. Scott Jenkins, R-Plain City, sets aside $10 million in federal stimulus money for the homebuyer grants. Enough money is theoretically available to provide grants to about 1,600 people. Both the state and federal incentives have income limits. But unlike the $8,000 federal tax credit, which is designed for first-time buyers or those who haven’t owned a home in the past three years, the state grant is not targeted toward any specific type of buyer. Another difference: The $8,000 federal tax credit is available to those who buy new or used homes, while the state grant is available only for those buying new construction.
Why new construction? The sector has been the hardest-hit sector of all Utah industries affected by the downturn.
Grants of $6,000 would be available to Utahans who buy newly constructed homes and who meet certain income criteria.

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Restoring economy begins with housing stabilization

Realtors across the country have been advocating for a comprehensive stimulus package to reduce housing inventory, make mortgages more affordable and available, and help deserving families refinance or modify their loans so they can keep their homes.
We are committed to these goals and to getting something done immediately. There can be no doubt that stabilizing home prices and restoring confidence in the housing market are critical to an overall economic recovery.
It is vitally important for President Obama and Congress to complete a bipartisan stimulus package focused on housing. The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 is a good start, but much more needs to be done. It is imperative that the federal government act immediately to encourage homebuyers to re-enter the market and to stop families from losing their homes to foreclosure.
Federal "rescue" dollars should be directed to buy down mortgage rates - a half million additional homes could be sold if interest rates were lowered by just 1 percentage point. Additionally, banks must find ways to help prevent foreclosures and unclog the credit market. These steps are necessary to stabilize housing and ensure that home values do not become artificially low, exasperating today's problems.
Realtors support a $15,000 homebuyer's tax credit and its expansion to include all homebuyers, not just first-timers. The elimination of the repayment feature and the credit extension through December 2009 will have a meaningful impact for home buyers. Reinstating the increased FHA, Fannie and Freddie loan limits that expired Dec. 31, 2008, also will help the recovery by increasing mortgage liquidity. Banks need to begin lending again.
The federal government, Realtors, lenders and local municipalities need to work together to turn the economy around. President Obama and Congress will have to move quickly to get a comprehensive housing recovery plan in place to protect families, homes and jobs. A stable housing market is the only way to begin an economic recovery.
We see first-hand that consumer confidence is shaken, but we find the dream of homeownership still very much alive. We urge all parties to work together - and work quickly - to restore confidence in the housing market and the U.S. financial system.
BY VARDELL CURTIS

If you are interested in purchasing or selling Real Estate please call Paul Jones at 435-313-6708 or email prjones@kw.com

Buying A Home In Southern Utah

Finding homes, such as resale, new homes, pre-construction, home builders, luxury homes, condos, townhomes, land, lots, golf course community, gated communities, retirement community, or investment property, and getting relocation help in St George Utah and the surrounding communities, such as Santa Clara, Washington City, Ivins, Entrada, Leeds, Veyo, Hurricane, LaVerkin, Toquerville, Central, Pine Valley, Brookside, Dammeron Valley, Gunlock and New Harmony, is sometimes a challenge. You can find it here on my St George Utah real estate website, though. In fact, make your home search easier and become a VIP Buyer. Get immediate information on ALL new listings that match your criteria emailed to you. As always, if you have any questions about the Southern Utah real estate market, or finding that perfect home here in the St George area, please let me know. Please call me at (435) 313-6708
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Sand Hollow State Park, St. George, Utah

Sand Hollow State Park offers warm, blue waters and a magnificent red sandstone landscape. The Hurricane sand dunes are the southern backdrop to this popular location where ATV / OHV activities are permitted. Bass fishing is usually good here. RV or tent camping available in the campground.

Hours: Park entrance gates closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m., please plan accordingly.
Holiday Closures: None

Location: From I-15 take the Hurricane Exit 16. Travel four miles to Sand Hollow Road and turn right. Go one mile and turn left onto the main park access road and follow to the park.

These reservoirs are very close to St. George and offer convenient opportunities to cool off before or after work or while on vacation.

Scenic backdrops to these reservoirs are stunning particularly in the early mornings and evenings.

With warm summer temperatures in St. George, you'll enjoy the cooler but not too-cold waters of the local reservoirs. Temperatures near the surface can get to over 80-degrees in the summer.

The Hurricane Sand Dunes at the southern end of Sand Hollow State Park are an ATV adventure land.

Quail Creek State Park, Lake St. George Utah

Quail Creek offers some of the warmest waters in Utah. Quail Creek Reservoir offers excellent bass fishing.

Current Park Hours:
6:00 am - 10:00 pm Summer
7:00 am - 9:00 pm Winter

Day Visits: A day-use permit covers entrance and use of boat ramps.

Overnight Camping available in the main campground.

Location: From I-15 take Exit 16, three miles east on SR 9, turn left on SR 318 to park entrance.

Gunlock Reservior Lake St. George Utah

Gunlock Reservoir offers year-round boating, water sports and quality fishing for bass and catfish. The reservoir is rimmed with ponderosa pine and trails leading to alpine meadows and pine forests. A mild winter climate makes Gunlock State Park a year-round destination.

Park Hours: Hours: 24 hour access to park, year-round with no holiday closures. Day use fee. Primitive Camping.

Location: Gunlock State Park is located 15 miles northwest of St. George via Highway 91, past Santa Clara and Shivwits.