Think you know the truth about the housing market? From bidding wars to whether you really need perfect credit to get a mortgage, we're taking a sledgehammer to the biggest myths in real estate. We'll reveal how the national headlines stack up against what's really happening in your local market and what to watch for when shopping for a loan, helping you cut through the noise to make smarter moves in today's market.

Featuring Stacie Staub, CEO and founder of West + Main Homes in Colorado; Todd Carson, director of sales performance for Planet Home Lending in California; and Ryan Melvin, Las Vegas real estate expert.

Plus, in our Hot or Not segment: Is 'mindless maximalism' the next big thing in home design or a trend best left behind?