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Builders say housing is back
More builders say sales conditions are good rather than poor, confirming earlier signs of a housing recovery.
Federal housing offices to close in worst foreclosure areas
Tampa homeowners probably need the government's help more than in other places.
Mortgage rates near 4% barrier
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Cities with the best parks
These five cities dedicate the most land and money per resident to their park systems and the results show, with plenty of green spaces for residents to enjoy, according to the Trust for Public Land.
Nail your home renovation budget
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Home decor through the decades
From the tin ceilings of the 1910's to the millennial "snail showers," these design elements and amenities were certainly signs of their times. And, according to Trulia, they can often be big selling points for homebuyers.
Losing money on a timeshare?
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America's Best Places to Live
These terrific small cities offer what American families care about most -- strong job opportunities, great schools, low crime, quality health care, and plenty to do. And they're true communities too
5 things to know about open houses
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Farewell 3% mortgage rates
Say goodbye to ultra-low mortgage rates.
Venezuela money helps fuel Miami housing boom
When politics grow heated in Latin America, home buyers from the Panama Canal to Tierra del Fuego flock to Miami looking for a safe place to park their assets.
McMansions are making a comeback
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Homebuilders struggle to find workers
Sales of new homes are on a tear, but builders can't find enough workers to keep up with the demand.
Vacation home prices continue to soar
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Sellers calling the shots on home deals
In a dramatic about-face for the housing market, sellers are now calling the shots.
Mortgage rates are highest in a year
Mortgage interest rates have risen half of a percentage point from record lows.
Foreclosure sales fall to lowest level since 2008
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Mortgage holders' aid plan gets extension
Government assistance program to help mortgage borrowers, HAMP, gets extended for two more years.
Home prices post strongest gains in 7 years
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10 big, booming cities
New residents are flocking to these 10 cities, which added the largest number of people between July 2011 and July 2012, according to Census Bureau.
