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U.S. sales of previously occupied homes jumped to their highest level in three years last month, bolstered by steady job gains and record-low mortgage rates. The report was the latest sign of a sustained recovery in the housing market.

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A measure of U.S. home prices rose 6.3 percent in October compared with a year ago, the largest yearly gain since July 2006. The jump adds to signs of a comeback in the once-battered housing market.

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An index measuring the number of Americans who signed contracts to buy homes in October jumped to nearly its highest level in almost six years. Steady job gains and record-low mortgage rates have made home buying more attractive.

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U.S. sales of new homes fell slightly in October and September sales were slower than initially thought. The October sales pace was dragged lower by steep declines on the East Coast, partly related to Superstorm Sandy.

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Many folks have been calling and asking questions regarding the new 3.8% real estate tax. Will this affect most home sales? Will the average seller who already has a problem selling their home be charged a tax on top of it? Here's what you need to know.

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A measure of U.S. home prices jumped 4.6 percent in August compared with a year ago, the largest year-over-year increase in more than six years.

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The financial services giant FISERV is out with a new report that predicts home prices will rise 3.7 percent over the next several years.

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A pair of encouraging reports about the housing market gave U.S. stocks a small boost Wednesday.

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The average rate on the 30-year fixed mortgage held steady this week, staying slightly above the lowest level on record. Low mortgage rates have aided a modest housing recovery.

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From the first to second quarter of 2012, the nation experienced a dip in the number of vacant homes for sale. In New Jersey, though, the number increased. Empty for-sale units can be good news for some New Jersey residents, and bad news for others, depending on one's current living situation.

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