We've all been fed—and have sometimes believed—more than a few old wives’ tales: Poinsettias are lethal, tomatoes are vegetables, and a pat of butter will soothe that nasty burn. But what about the popular myths in real estate?

The show home at the 2015 International Builders’ Show reaches a new level of environmental friendliness, but it also showcases a new way to bring design and technology concepts into fruition on a large scale.

Buying a vacation home requires different criteria—and sometimes a different timetable—than a primary home purchase. Help potential clients compile a smart second-home wish list.

Illegal drug activity in a home, even from years ago, can come back to taint a real estate transaction.