Neighborhood watch signs may deter home buyers, some real estate professionals argue. Chime in on the debate.

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Fifty-seven percent of recent home buyers say they encountered unexpected home projects within first 12 months of moving into their new home. Here’s what they should budget for.

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Realtor.com®’s chief economist warns that the nation is in a rental affordability crisis and that local leaders need to “wake up” and respond before matters turn even more dire.

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The San Francisco Federal Credit Union is offering a new product that is making national headlines. Could lenders in other high-priced areas soon follow suit in opening the doors more to home buyers?

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Pass these savings ideas along to your home owners.

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The National Association of REALTORS® has received reports that sophisticated e-mail scams are targeting the real estate industry. Here are some tips to avoid this kind of fraud.
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