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	<title>Des Moines Real Estate with RE/MAX &#187; First Time Home Buyers</title>
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		<title>Steps Toward Homeownership</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 04 Nov 2009 22:53:31 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Are you considering purchasing your first home in the Des Moines area?  Here are some tips. 


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		<title>Tips for First Time Home Buyers</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 03 Nov 2009 16:44:13 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are about to be a first-time homebuyer, you are not alone. Many people are in your position, and many people have been in that position before. The home buying process can be daunting and overwhelming, but if you have the right knowledge before going in, you'll have an easy time buying your first home. Buying a home in Des Moines doesn't have to be a stressful experience. On the contrary, it can be very exciting if you have a bit of an idea about what events will unfold. Here's what you can expect if you are a first time homebuyer in the Des Moines real estate market.




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		<title>Tax Credit Extension Looks Likely</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 01 Nov 2009 06:09:19 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[















The U.S. Senate appears on the verge of extending and expanding the first-time homebuyer tax credit into 2010. 

According to the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing &#38; Urban Affairs Web site, an agreement has been reached on a measure that includes these provisions:
• Extends the $8,000 first time Homebuyers Tax Credit and creates a new $6,500 [...]


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		<title>Marquis Builders</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 31 Oct 2009 06:00:00 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Welcome Home to Marquis Builders. The owner and general contractor Nate Miller has been involved in construction since he was a Legos contractor.  His passion for detail and quality construction is evident as soon as you walk in to a Marquis Home.  More important is his love of people and pride he takes [...]


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		<title>3 Things Buyers Must Do BEFORE Buying a First Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:43:09 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buying a home in Des Moines for the first time can be very exciting. It can be very tempting to want to jump right into looking at homes, dreaming about your future and making offers. However, it's important that you cover your bases before you jump into the pool, so to speak. When you're buying your first Des Moines home, there are several steps you should take before making an offer.




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		<title>Guide to Buying a Home for the First Time Buyer</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 29 Oct 2009 19:08:06 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buying a home for the first time can seem like an overwhelming task. You're making the biggest financial decision of your life, and there is so much to consider. It helps a lot to understand the process from beginning to end. In this article, we'll walk you through the entire process of buying a house in Des Moines so that your entire home buying experience will go more smoothly.




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		<title>A Checklist for the First Time Home Buyer</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:58:23 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Buying your first home in Des Moines, may very well be the most important decision you will make in your life. You are in for an exciting journey and adventure. As long as you know what lies ahead you will be well prepared for home ownership and all it entails. Here's a brief checklist of the most important things you should keep in mind when looking for your first Des Moines home.




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