Reality TV can certainly be entertaining, and we've all seen programs like House Hunters that claim to portray the process of buying a home in a "realistic" way. But reality TV is first and foremost entertainment, so it probably comes as little surprise that its producers take creative license with the material.

The process of buying a home, as TV portrays it, often bears little resemblance to what it's like to purchase a home of your own.

The myths and misconceptions created by reality TV can make the process seem much different than it is. Here are the main differences between reality TV, and the real process of buying a home:

1. The Online Side of Buying a Home
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There are plenty of awesome things about buying a home, but it brings new worries too – like home security.

It is now up to you, rather than your landlord to protect your home against dangers like burglars. According to Nationwide Insurance, a burglary happens every 15 seconds in the United States. Use these seven tips on how to prevent a burglary in your home.

1. Invest in a security system – A good security system is an excellent deterrent to would-be burglars. According to Nationwide Insurance, homes without security systems are two to three times more likely to be targeted by thieves than those that have them.
2. Beef up your exterior doors – Make sure your exterior doors are solid metal or wood. If they aren't, replace them....