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Foreclosures… The money pit?

Foreclosures are up 40 percent nationwide this year. Buying discounted real estate is another way to get into the housing market. Be careful, though. Cheap property can carry hidden costs. Marketplace's Steve Tripoli reports.

Foreclosures are up 40 percent nationwide this year. (MPR Photo/Tim Post)

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