Brand-new homes can cost less than older ones in these booming housing markets

Buyers looking for new construction may find some of their best deals in fast-growing Southern metros where builders have dramatically expanded supply.

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If you’re shopping for a new home, one region of the U.S. in particular offers competitive pricing and an abundance of choice.

The South leads the country as the best region for buying a brand new home, according to a new report from Realtor.com. Eight out of the 10 leading metro areas for buying newly-built are located in the Southern U.S., with Charleston, South Carolina leading the way. Outside of the........

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