City of Aliso Viejo
First-time homebuyers

With the April 15 individual tax filing deadline approaching, the Internal Revenue Service is reminding taxpayers about additional options at their disposal to claim the new $8,000 first-time homebuyer credit for 2009 home purchases. For people who recently purchased a home or are considering buying in the next few months, there are several different ways that they can get this tax credit even if they've already filed their tax return.

The Treasury Department encourages taxpayers to explore these options to maximize their credit and get their money back as fast as possible.

First-time homebuyers represent a significant portion of existing single-family home sales. The expansion in the first-time homebuyer credit will make it easier for first-time homebuyers to enter the housing market this year.

Under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, qualifying taxpayers who purchase a home before Dec. 1 receive up to $8,000, or $4,000 for married individuals filing separately. People can claim the credit either on their 2008 tax returns due April 15 or on their 2009 tax returns next year.

The IRS' Web site at http://www.irs.gov/ provides more information, including filing options and guidance for people who bought their first homes in 2008. To learn more about the overall implementation of the Recovery Act, visit http://www.recovery.gov/.


OC Gladiators announce 2009 season

The Orange County Gladiators will play seven home games at Aliso Niguel High School with season ticket prices at $69 for adults; $39 for students.
 
The team's first game is at 6 p.m. April 25, with the remaining season games scheduled on the following dates:
 
Sunday, May 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 9 at 6 p.m.
Sunday, May 17 at 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 23 at 6 p.m.
Saturday, May 30 at 6 p.m.
Saturday, June 6 at 6 p.m.
 
More information is available at www.ocgladiators.com.