McCar Homes Offers Several Atlanta Communities Perfect for First-time Home Buyers

On July 30, 2008 President Bush signed the Housing Stimulus Bill into law. One aspect of the new law, known as the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, is the temporary tax credit for first-time home buyers, which includes those who have not owned a home in the last three years. McCar Homes offers several Atlanta communities that are perfect for first-time homebuyers. The Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve features stylish two-story, single-family homes with 1,611 to 3,200 square feet of living space.  First-time home buyers will enjoy a luxurious lifestyle with state-of-the-art features included with every home. Residents will also enjoy an amazing resort-style amenities package. Homes at The Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve are priced from the $150,000s.
On July 30, 2008 President Bush signed the Housing Stimulus Bill into law. One aspect of the new law, known as the Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, is the temporary tax credit for first-time home buyers, which includes those who have not owned a home in the last three years. McCar Homes offers several Atlanta communities that are perfect for first-time homebuyers. The Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve features stylish two-story, single-family homes with 1,611 to 3,200 square feet of living space.  First-time home buyers will enjoy a luxurious lifestyle with state-of-the-art features included with every home. Residents will also enjoy an amazing resort-style amenities package. Homes at The Sanctuary at Lakeside Preserve are priced from the $150,000s.

Evans Farms is a masterplanned community located in beautiful Forsyth County. With over two acres of open space and over one and a half miles of natural walking trails bordering community lakes, this single-family home community is perfect for home buyers that love the outdoors. Home buyers can choose spacious floorplans from one of four McCar Homes’ collections. Homes at Evans Farms are priced from the $220,000s.

With homes priced from the $130,000s, Austin Meadows is an affordable townhome community conveniently located inside the perimeter. This gated community is located in Decatur and is less than 15 minutes from Downtown Atlanta. Residents of Austin Meadows will enjoy 2.7 acres of greenspace and a resort-style pool and cabana. Home buyers can choose from nine floorplans with two to four bedrooms and 1,537 to 2,175 square feet of living space.

Keystone Gates is a luxury townhome community perfect for every lifestyle. The two-story townhomes have three bedrooms with two and a half bathrooms.  With vaulted ceilings, open floorplans and large rear patios, homes at Keystone Gates provide plenty of space to entertain. Residents will enjoy an active lifestyle with over 15 acres of greenspace, a community pool, cabana and community playground. Homes at Keystone Gates are priced from the $130,000s.

To learn more about these amazing Atlanta communities, visit www.mccarhomes.com.

About the Temporary Tax Credit
The temporary tax credit for first-time home buyers is an aspect of the Housing Stimulus Bill that was signed into law by President Bush on July 30, 2008. According to the law, known as The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008, first-time home buyers who purchase a home
from April 9, 2008 to July 1, 2009 will be eligible to receive a tax credit of up to $7,500. The amount of credit given is 10% of the cost of the home and it cannot exceed $7,500. Single taxpayers with incomes up to $75,000 and married couples with incomes up to $150,000 are eligible for the tax credit. Home buyers will be required to repay the credit to the government, without interest, over 15 years or when they sell the house, if there is sufficient capital gain from the sale.

About McCar Homes
Dan and Elaine McSwain founded McCar Homes more than 50 years ago with a mission to build homes for buyers who desire the best homes in sought-after locations. Today, the company has grown from a hometown builder into one of the nation’s top builders and is ranked 39th by Professional Builder.  McCar Homes has earned numerous national and regional awards. With an experienced team of professionals, McCar Homes sets a new standard for exceptional quality, innovative home design, outstanding amenities and customer satisfaction – building new home communities across the Southeastern United States including Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina and Florida. For more information, visit www.mccarhomes.com.