The Basics: 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit
From Realtor.org
Bringing the Dream of Homeownership Within Reach:

As part of its plan to stimulate the U.S. housing market and address the economic challenges facing our nation, Congress has passed legislation that grants a tax credit of up to $8,000 to first-time home buyers.
Here is more information about how the 2009 First-Time Home Buyer Tax Credit can help prospective home buyers become part of the American dream.
http://www.realtor.org/home_buyers_and_sellers/2009_first_time_home_buyer_tax_credit