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there are hundreds if not thousands of real estate apps out there if you're looking for a basic search app that will give you access to the Multiple Listing Service or MLS then estate lis is a good free place to start for iPhone users since snagging that perfect home is all about timing and stately refreshes each home listing every 15 minutes and don't miss out on a hot property by setting up alerts in case the price drops Trulia is a well reviewed app for both iPhones and androids users appreciate the various maps that not only show you available homes in your vicinity but also crime statistics and where local services like restaurants and grocery stores can be found the app can also immediately connect you with the real estate agent if you find something that suits your fancy but before you get too excited about that half acre estate consider playing around with the numbers first Zillow mortgages is a great free app that helps you calculate your monthly payments based on home price bank approval and down payment in San Francisco I'm Kara Tsuboi cnet.com for CBS News