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Zillow survey estimates that extending the $8,000 tax credit would attract 334,000 extra buyers.
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The state uses federal stimulus money to spur sales of new homes.
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At least 300,000 taxpayers through August have bought homes using the credit, according to tax return data.
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Economists are suggesting that the housing market will slip again before the real recovery begins.
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Builders group wants credit expanded to everyone buying a ‘principal residence’ and extended for one year.
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But multifamily, weakened by too much building during the boom and too little credit now, slides 7.2% in June.
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Cincinnati-area builder reports best quarterly sales since 2007.
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Moody’s economist also says housing will not be ‘an early source of growth’ in this recovery.
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Some federal bills would increase amount available for all buyers. But budget deficits raise questions about the extent of state programs, particularly in California.
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Products with EcoExcel brand will qualify for credit, and Andersen will also provide documents to consumers for claiming benefit.