A Maryland woman was sentenced to one year in jail and five years of probation for stealing more than $82,000 worth of jewelry from 12 luxury homes at real estate open houses.

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Outdoor kitchens are a growing favorite among affluent buyers, but a new survey reveals some unexpected details in this design niche.

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In a look at the last 10 years of data, National Association of REALTORS® researchers offer a few observations to gauge how far the real estate sector has come in the housing recovery.

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Recent drops in oil prices and mortgage rates, along with positive tailwinds in the economy, are helping to jump-start the housing market in the new year, Freddie Mac notes in its latest housing report.

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As mortgage rates tumble, a wave of home owners is taking advantage by refinancing mortgages and unlocking monthly savings.

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Despite sales that remain sluggish, builders are slowly regaining confidence in the new-home market.

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Housing is a key component of the president’s plan to rebuild the economy for middle-class Americans, with the FHA premium cut expected to save an average of $900 a year.
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