The Housing and Economic Recovery Act of 2008 authorizes a $7,500 tax credit for qualified first-time home buyers purchasing homes on or after April 9, 2008 and before July 1, 2009. TMy Question, what is the significance of the dates. Why not start on the first of the year instead of April 9th. Thanks for your input,
Marion
========================================= MODERATOR'S COMMENT: That's what's written into the law.