Thursday, September 30, 2010

Can we interest you in a House for Rent or a House for Sale?

Currently, we don't have any 2 Bedroom houses that are immediately available, but we may have a couple coming available around November, pending release of Tenant Rights.

We currently have the following Houses for Rent: Immediate possession may be possible:


We may have some other possibilities in the near future, feel free to visit our web site at http://www.ttrco.com/


Are you looking for an affordable house to purchase?


As we head into the final weekend in the month of September, we invite you to contact us, if we can assist in your various real estate needs and questions:


  • Buying or Purchasing

  • Selling

  • Like-kind exchanges

  • Section 1031 exchanges

  • Leasing

  • Property Management services

  • Chapter 29

  • Chapter 22

  • Chapter 69 and Section 8 housing

  • Business Opportunities


Realtor®, Property Manager


Monday, September 27, 2010

The R&P Report for Monday, September 27, 2010 ...

http://www.nwyc.com/

Vol. 14 No. 2-28

Monday, September 27, 2010



REVIEW


Voting Day Reminder: midterm elections Nov. 2.

Small-Business Bill: The House cleared a small-business measure sending it to the President to sign into law. The bill would establish a $30 billion lending fund to provide community banks with capital for small business loans. The measure includes $12 billion in tax incentives aimed at small businesses. It would revive an expired bonus-depreciation provision and allow all capital gains from certain small-business stock to be excluded from taxation. (
H.R. 5297)

National Defense Bill: The bill is on hold after Democrats amended it with a provision that would extend legal status and a path to citizenship for certain children of illegal aliens. It also included language that would eliminate the ban on gays serving openly in the military. Lawmakers voted not to bring the measure to the floor for a vote. (S.3454)

Expiring Tax Cuts: Senate Democrats signaled that they are unlikely to schedule a vote on extending the expiring 2001 and 2003 (Bush) tax cuts before Congress leaves Capitol Hill for the campaign trail this week. (S.3816)

Cyber-security: The leader of the Pentagon’s Cyber Command asked lawmakers to continue to provide funding to the new unit as it works to find ways to combat threats to computer networks. (S.773) (S.3480)

Food Safety: A Senate Committee approved a measure to strengthen criminal penalties for companies and individuals that knowingly violate food safety standards. The bill would increase penalties for distributing tainted food products and establish fines and prison sentences of up to 10 years for violations. Under the measure, such an offense would be a felony. (S 3767)

“Fair Elections Fund”: A House panel approved a bill that would provide public financing of congressional elections to the House. It would provide primary and general election candidates who abide by certain restrictions with federal financial support from a newly created “Fair Elections Fund” and would receive 400 percent matching payments for certain small-dollar contributions. The bill would use proceeds from spectrum (electromagnetic wavelengths) auctions to help finance political campaigns. (H.R.6116)

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Campaign Finance Bill: The Senate again rejected (59-39) an effort by Majority Leader Harry Reid to call up a campaign finance disclosure measure. GOP members united against the bill. (S.3628)

Prescription Drug Monitoring: The House passed a bill aimed at preventing drug abuse. It would reauthorize a program to assist states in monitoring prescription drug use and would authorize $15 million for fiscal 2011 and $10 million annually from fiscal 2012-2013. (H.R.5710)
Autism Grant: The House passed a measure to expand aid to those with autism and their families. The bill would authorize $17 million annually for fiscal 2012-16 for grants for services rendered to children and adults with autism. (
H.R. 5756)

PREVIEW

Continuing Resolution (CR): The Senate is expected to pass a short-term CR to fund most government operations past the end of the 2010 fiscal year. It may contain extra funding for the Pell Grant program for low-income college students.

Child Nutrition: The House is expected to consider legislation that would authorize the first increase in decades for per-meal reimbursement to schools. (S.3307) (H.R.5504)

China Currency: The House is expected to advance a bill aimed at China’s currency practices. Many experts say that China maintains the yuan at an artificially low value to keep Chinese exports cheap and imports expensive. (H.R.2378)

The Week Ahead: Before Oct. recess, lawmakers in both chambers will address a CR to keep the government funded. The House is expected to address a loan guarantee program for home construction and a child nutrition measure. The Senate will address a Social Security payroll tax bill.

Click here to view the R&P Report as a PDF

Early voting has begun for the 2010 General Election on November 2, 2010 in the State of Iowa.

Both parties pushing the early vote - The Des Moines Register

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Friday, September 24, 2010

We welcome new residents to three of our 2 Bedroom houses in Cedar Rapids

We have rented the following three NE side houses near Daniels Park this month:

  • 828 14Th Street NE

  • 866 14Th Street NE

  • 886 14Th Street NE

Currently, we don't have any 2 Bedroom houses that are immediately available, but we may have a couple coming available around November, pending release of Tenant Rights.

We currently have the following Houses for Rent: Immediate possession may be possible:


We may have some other possibilities in the near future, feel free to visit our web site at http://www.ttrco.com/


Are you looking for an affordable house to purchase?


As we head into the final weekend in the month of September, we invite you to contact us, if we can assist in your various real estate needs and questions:


  • Buying or Purchasing

  • Selling

  • Like-kind exchanges

  • Section 1031 exchanges

  • Leasing

  • Property Management services

  • Chapter 29

  • Chapter 22

  • Chapter 69 and Section 8 housing

  • Business Opportunities


Realtor®, Property Manager


Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Are New Parking Meters headed for Downtown Cedar Rapids?



CONTACT:
Cedar Rapids Parking
319-365-7275
Crparking@republicparking.com

Community Invited to Review Proposed Parking Meter Technology
Chamber Expo and Downtown Demonstration Scheduled Week of September 20

Cedar Rapids, IA-September 20, 2010 – The Cedar Rapids Downtown District and Cedar Rapids Parking invite the community to preview a new type of “multi space” parking meter technology proposed for downtown Cedar Rapids.

A primary recommendation of the Parking Strategic Action Plan that was unanimously approved by the City Council in April 2010, upgrading to multi space or credit/debit card enabled single space meters will provide added convenience to downtown patrons while helping to rebuild parking system revenues.

There will be two opportunities for the community to view the proposed multi space meters:
  • 1) Cedar Rapids Downtown District / Cedar Rapids Parking booth at the Chamber of Commerce Business Expo next Thursday, September 23rd from 2–5 p.m. (Cedar Rapids Kernels stadium).
  • 2) A special encore demonstration will be held at Armstrong Food Court (210 3rd Avenue SE) on Friday September 24Th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The multi space meters on display will feature credit and debit card payment options, pay by cell phone technology, environmentally friendly solar powered systems, enhanced customer features and much more. The meters were donated by two companies, Digital and Cale, who have other Midwestern clients like Iowa City and Chicago.

Questions on any parking related issues may be directed to the Cedar Rapids Parking Office by calling 319-365-7275 or by emailing crparking@republicparking.com.

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Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Homebuyer Tax Credit: nearly half of all Americans who claimed it in 2009 must repay


Homebuyer tax credit: 950,000 must repay - CNNMoney.com
NEW YORK (CNNMoney.com) -- Nearly half of all Americans who claimed the first-time homebuyer tax credit on their 2009 tax returns will have to repay the government ...

ttrco


Monday, September 20, 2010

Rotary Club Meeting for Monday, September 20, 2010



Today's Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting ...





Realtors® Robin Tucker and Tommy Tucker are members of
Rotary International and are each Paul Harris Fellows ...

Celebrate Rotary's 105 years of service by contributing to The Rotary Foundation

Robin Tucker is planning to attend his Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids meeting ...

Monday, September 20, 2010

Crowne Plaza Hotel at Noon

Today's Program:

General Ron Dardis, Rebuild Iowa
Status of Cedar Rapids
Since the Flood of 2008

Friday, September 10, 2010

New Listing: House for Sale in SE Cedar Rapids for $112,900

1930 Park Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403

For Sale

  • Price $112,900
  • Four Bedroom
  • 1 Full and 2 half baths
  • Two Stories with 1,447 above ground
  • 40 x 140 Lot
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Attic can be finished
  • Fenced Yard


Joel T. Lahey, CRS - GRI
Listing Agent
(319) 365-6956
Tommy Tucker Realty Co., Realtors®

ttrco

Wednesday, September 8, 2010

New Listing: 3 Bedroom Rental House in Marion for $830 per month



Just Listed in Marion, Iowa: House for Rent
1205 Parkview Drive
$830.00 per month
Call Tommy Tucker Realty at 365-6956 for information
  • 3 Bedroom Walkout Ranch
  • 1 Stall Garage with auto opener
  • Front Deck
  • Rear Patio walkout
  • Rec Room with 3rd bedroom in lower level
  • Laundry
  • Gas Stove and Refrigerator
  • Carpeting

ttrco

Tuesday, September 7, 2010

Back in the Saddle, after the Labor Day holiday here in Eastern Iowa

We hope you enjoyed your Labor Day holiday weekend!

We are reviewing paperwork received today by the City of Cedar Rapids, regarding the new registration form for licensing and property permits. The City of Cedar Rapids enacted a new Chapter 29 ordinance this Summer for all property owners in Cedar Rapids. Whether you are big or small, renting multi-family, single-family or one room, you may want to learn more about the Chapter 29, which impacts all property owners who are involved in any form of tenant-landlord (i.e. - charging rent).

We have houses for rent in the Cedar Rapids-Marion, Iowa area.


Current Properties being marketed:

We are currently accepting applications for Houses For Rent in our area:




You can contact Robin Tucker at 1.319.365.6956 or by e-mail at Tommy Tucker Realty Co, if you are interested in one of these properties or have a tenant-landlord question? We may have a couple of new properties in the coming weeks.


ttrco

Friday, September 3, 2010

Welcome to Tommy Tucker Realty Co. of Cedar Rapids, Iowa USA


Our offices will be closed from Saturday, September 4Th, 2010 to Labor Day, with is Monday, September 6Th. However, we do check our voicemail and do try to assist in servicing over the Holiday, when time permits.

If you need to mail a payment or an application, our postal address is P.O. Box 848, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0848.

Here is a link to housing information on Houses for Rent in Cedar Rapids or Marion, Iowa.

We are currently accepting applications for Houses For Rent in Cedar Rapids, Iowa...

  • Two bedroom Ranch at 886 14Th Street NE for $500.00 per month

  • Two Bedroom Ranch at 828 14Th Street NE for $575.00 per month

  • Two Bedroom Ranch at 866 14Th Street NE for $525.00 per month

  • Three Bedroom Ranch at 2140 Pike Court in Marion for $1,730 to $1,950 per month

  • Five bedroom two story at 7806 Thorndale Road NE for $2,200 per month

    Please let us know, if we can assist you with any of these properties. Our e-mail is info@ttrco.com or you can phone us at 1.319.365.6956. Please leave a message, if we are helping someone else or away from our phone.

    We want to wish you a very Happy Labor Day weekend from all of us at Tommy Tucker Realty Co.