Taylor Morrison in Houston, working with local Realtors is using lease buyout programs to help lease-strapped renters become homeowners before the $8,000 tax credit expires in June.

Amy Haywood vice president of sales & marketing for Taylor Morrison's Houston division said," What makes our lease buyout program urgent is the June 30, 2010 expiration date coupled with

the time it takes to build a new home; typically 90-120 days. While we always have inventory homes available, there's nothing like building a home from scratch. Our incentives are designed for

buyers who want to use the tax credit and build their homes."

To qualify for the $8,000 tax credit program, buyers must contract on a home by April 30 and close by June 30, 2010.

Realtor Mario Negron, an Affordable Housing Specialist with RE/MAX Prestige, counsels his clients to use the tax credit to pay off any debt they may have. Negron typically works with Hispanic home buyers all over Houston.

Negron said," I have sold 10 to 15 homes because of the tax credit and my advice is always the same; save and spend wisely this is a once in a life opportunity. My customers love Taylor

Morrison, because they put so many features in their homes."

Taylor Morrison buyers can personalize their homes with premium options offered in Value Inspired Packages available at most communities at no charge.

Homes priced from the $100,000s to $1 million are built by Taylor Morrison in Houston, including Cinco Ranch in popular west Houston and Mar Bella in the Houston bay area. For more

information visit any Taylor Morrison community, go online to TaylorMorrison.com or phone 281-780-4652.(With Input from Agencies)