App store doesn't recognize already purchased apps

I had to rebuild my computer. After going to the App store, and after logging in it doesn't recognize I've already purchased a number of apps (including Mountain Lion, Pages, Keynote, etc.).
In the past, after logging in it would say "Install" on the price button. Now it says the price (eg. $19.99) and then says, "Buy App" if I click it.
I need to know how to download these various apps without having to repay.

I had to rebuild my computer.
Try using Mountain Lion Recovery to reinstall OS X.
That will also reinstall the App Store for you.
If you have anti virus software installed, disable that before downloading apps from the App Store.
And try turning off the Firewall in System Preferences > Security & Privacy > Firewall
How to re download apps from the Mac App Store:
Open the App Store. From the menu bar click Store > Sign In
Click Purchases from the top of the App Store window.
Select which apps you want to re download. Then right or control click where you see Installed  then click Install.
Make sure and use the same Apple ID used for the original purchase.

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