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BUYING A HOME. Topics include the best time to buy, tax advantages, financing and inspections. 7 p.m. Tuesday. $15. Minneapolis Community Education, Roosevelt High School, 4029 28th Av. S. 612-668-4828.

HOME OWNERSHIP. Overview of steps to take to buy a home. Attendees will receive a copy of their credit report. 7 p.m. Tuesday. $15. Minneapolis Community Education, Southwest High School, 3414 W. 47th St. 612-668-3100.

SELLING A HOME. Tips on selling in today's market. 7 p.m. Nov. 25. $15. Minneapolis Community Education, Roosevelt High School, 4029 28th Av. S. 612-668-4828.

FINDING AND BUYING YOUR FIRST HOME. Topics include choosing a mortgage, first-time home-buyer programs, government loans and negotiating the best price in a buyer's market. 6:30 p.m. Dec. 2. $15. Minneapolis Community Education, Jefferson Community School, 1200 W. 26th St. 612-668-2740.

BUYING FORECLOSED AND SHORT-SALE PROPERTIES. Topics include how to find deals in the foreclosure market and negotiating with banks. For first-time buyers or experienced investors. 7 p.m. Dec. 11. $15. Minneapolis Community Education, Jefferson Community School, 1200 W. 26th St. 612-668-2740.

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Real estate editor/reporter: Jim Buchta, 612-673-7376, jbuchta@ startribune.com

Homes reporter: Lynn Underwood, 612-673-7619, lunderwood@startribune.com

Advertising: Jason Sanborn, 612-673-4950, jsanborn@ startribune.com