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U.S. housing permits up in May

U.S. housing starts dropped in May although permits to build new homes rose to the highest in well over three years.

China home prices down for 8th consecutive month

China's home prices dropped for the eighth consecutive month in May but the pace of decline slowed, triggering concerns over a short-term rebound in prices.

More foreclosures means more fixer uppers

A year after purchasing their Richmond, Virginia, fixer-upper for $290,000 in 2010, Sherry and John Petersik rolled up their sleeves and tackled the outdated kitchen.