House Hunting: Part II

So this should actually be titled House Hunting: Part XXI. We've looked at so many houses, online and in person. This sort of thing is actually quite exhausting. Mr. SE and I found a house that we both love. It was purchased last year by a realtor and he fixed it up- nobody has lived there since he did the upgrades. Brand new carpet and cabinets. Hardwood in the kitchen, and professional paint job throughout. Duffie will be thrilled with the definitely "fencable" (is that a word?) yard, Mr. SE loves the deck and upstairs media room, and I love the TWO (yes, two) walk in closets in the master. The best part? It's under our price point. We can't wait to make and offer and try to make this our home. Mr. SE and I have some great ideas for decorating and I can't wait to chronicle those projects on my blog.

House Hunting: Part I

Mr. SE and I are house shopping. Like a lot of young couples, we're trying to take advantage of the $8,000 tax credit and get into a home before November 30th, 2009. We're trying to find a 3 bedroom home for less than $200,000. Ideally, I'd like it to be newer construction because of my allergies. I'm allergic to everything- dust, mold, pollen, dander, you get the point. This is one of the little houses that we have our eye on. It's cute, no? We love the curb appeal and Craftsman styling!

Have any of you recently bought houses or are you currently shopping now? Was it simple to file for the tax credit? I love your advice and your consistent comments, please keep 'em coming!