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It's harsh but true: You can benefit from others' misfortune. The rise in foreclosures means that those in the market to buy a home can find great deals on houses that have been reclaimed by lenders.

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Buying a foreclosed home can be a great way to purchase a house at a discounted price, whether you’re ...

(MoneyWatch) During the worst of the housing crisis in 2011, when real estate prices were at their lowest, you could get amazing deals on foreclosed homes. Homebuyers across the country could find ...

With home prices near all-time highs, many would-be buyers have been priced out of the market. For them and anyone else looking for a potential bargain, a foreclosed home could be the solution. For ...

10 tips that will help ensure you consider all angles of buying a foreclosed property. In 2012, my partner and I purchased a three-bedroom, two-bath, 1,450-square-foot ranch home in good condition, ...

A real estate-owned (REO) foreclosure offers investors or potential homeowners the opportunity to secure a property under market value. REO properties have proven that they warrant the attention of ...

"It hurts the value of all the properties in the neighborhood. The first thing you learn in Real Estate 101 is curb appeal. So when people drive up to your home, you want it to really be attractive.

Foreclosure leads aren’t for the faint of heart, but they can be well worth the effort. If you’ve been thinking about diving into this niche, you should know up front – it’s not just about pulling a ...