Before buying a home, check this hidden financial risk

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Houses in a small beach resort in southeast St. Johns County, Florida.

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Kamala Harris' $25,000 down payment assistance plan is a band-aid fix for the housing crisis, Zillow's chief economist says. 3 policies that will actually help home affordability.

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Vice President Kamala Harris waves to supporters after her speech at the Democratic National Convention last week.

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Most apartment owners in 6 big US cities are offering deals to renters — but don't expect a break in NYC or Miami

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Landlords are introducing more perks across the US to attract renters, but cities like New York and Miami maintain tight rental markets.

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The era of cookie-cutter homes is over

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In a hot housing market, the social media account 'Zillow Gone Wild' has made unique homes easier to find.

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The average household would need to save for 36 years to afford a typical home in LA. Here's how 50 US markets compare.

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Many potential homeowners struggle to make down payments.

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A couple got shocked messages from friends asking if they were moving. Nope, a scammer had put their home on Zillow.

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HGTV's new show 'Zillow Gone Wild' brings the popular Instagram account to life and shows off the one-of-a-kind homeowners behind the listings

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Host Jack McBrayer tours the "Pink Palace" of Palm Springs with its owner Tracy Turco.

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Tech workers flush with cash are turning Miami's suburbs into the new Beverly Hills

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A record 550 cities now have average home values above $1 million

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A huge wave of housing inventory hit the market in February as the 'lock-in' effect eases

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A row of homes in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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