Nationwide existing-home sales dipped significantly in November, reaching their slowest pace in more than one-and-a-half years. New mortgage rules may be the cause.

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Building inspectors and energy raters shared with BUILDER online the top complaints about common “construction sins.” Protect your home buyers.

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Good news: The new year likely will bring greater opportunities for home buyers trying to get a home mortgage.

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PulteGroup Inc. is upping its massive portfolio of land and houses by acquiring properties from John Wieland Homes and Neighborhoods, in a move to boost its presence in the Southeast.

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Violence has been a highly visible and talked-about topic this year, making safety issues in the real estate industry that much more important. These were some of the topics on REALTORS®’ minds.

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The rental market continues its bullish streak. Find out where some rents skyrocketed more than 20 percent in one year.
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