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Obama signs bill: Homebuyer tax credit extended

WASHINGTON – Nov. 6, 2009 – President Obama signed H.R. 3548 this morning, enacting into law an extension, and adjustment, of the $8,000 tax credit for first-time buyers. Among other things, the extension adds money for certain move-up buyers; creates one deadline for signing a contract and a later deadline for closing; changes income requirements; and limits a purchased home’s cost to $800,000.

Good sign: Business spending up

WASHINGTON – Nov. 6, 2009 – A turnaround in business spending is offering the first hint that the private sector may be prepared to drive economic growth when the government winds down its efforts to spur consumption.

Rates on 30-year loans fall below 5 percent

WASHINGTON – Nov. 6, 2009 – Rates for 30-year home loans dipped below 5 percent this week after rising for three straight weeks.