The Basics: Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit 2009/2010

According to the National Association of REALTORS (NAR)...

Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach

As part of its plan to stimulate the U.S. housing market and address the economic challenges facing our nation, Congress has passed new legislation that:

• Extends the First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers until April 30, 2010.
• Expands the 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.

Here is more information about how the Extended Home Buyer Tax Credit can help prospective home buyers become part of the American dream. If you have specific questions or need additional information, please contact a tax professional or the Internal Revenue Service at 800-829-1040.

Click above to visit the NAR page with more information.

Luxury Home Magazine's Latest Issue

Click above for the most recent issue of Luxury Home Magazine, one of the leading publications showcasing luxury residences in the Valley. See pages 2-4 for my gatefold (kinda shows up in a weird order in digital format). Lots of great properties available and sold!

Mortgage Rates Near All-Time Lows

Mortgage rates neared all-time lows in October, making it a prime time to buy. Not only for a good deal, but to avoid the inevitable shift in rates that will begin to affect purchasing power in the very near future. Why wait when you can purchase more for your money and still find good inventory?

Scottsdale Fashion Week

For all of you FASHIONISTA's...

Don't miss out. Attend Scottsdale Fashion Week at the Waterfront in Old Town Scottsdale Thursday, November 5 through Friday, November 7.

Save $ and Support A Cause

Purchase your VIP tickets through the SFW web site at http://www.scottsdalefashionweek.com and use the code "CARDON" to receive $75 off per ticket (that's only $125 to have access to the private tents and shows!).

50% of the proceeds will benefit the new Cardon Children's Medical Center at Banner Health.

Hope to see you there!

Greenbuild 2009 Phoenix - Official Video

Gated Luxury in Troon Verde

Fabulous in Troon Verde - North Scottsdale - on over 2 acres. 4 en-suite bedrooms, home theater, large chef's kitchen with dining nook, den and oversized 4-car garage.

Covered patios, pool & spa with rock waterfall, putting green, pool bath and beautiful natural desert views.

Offered at $1,549,000

Monica Monson is on Episode 3 of Bravo's Million Dollar Listing!

Monica Monson's Luxurious Living - October 2009

Green Lifestyle...Healthy Home

I contributed an article to the Green Issue of Jetset Magazine called Green Lifestyle...Healthy Home. { it just happens to be next to my ad :o) }

NEW TO MARKET - Cactus Acres, North Scottsdale

A warm contemporary in Scottsdale's desireable Cactus Acres, this estate property offers about 7,800 sq ft on an acre+ lot.

The main residence offers a chef's kitchen with breakfast nook, breakfast bar and walk-through pantry - all adjacent to the family room with retractable doors. It also has a formal living room that shares a dual-sided fireplace, a formal dining room, the spacious master suite with spa-style bath, 3 additional bedrooms and a fourth room that is pre-wired for a theater, bonus room or 4th bedroom.

The guest house offers a studio-style layout with walk-in closet, full

bath and mini kitchen area. The attached game room (or optional pool house) also offers a bath, storage and retractable doors.

The backyard is a playground with a beautiful pool & spa with water features and fiber optic lighting, a large grassy area, built

-in trampoline, sport court, lots of patio spaces and stunning mountain views.

Offered at $1,900,000

(short sale opportunity)