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Equity Dispute Shows Why Agreements Need Writing Sep. 01, 2025
Reader Question: I've lived in this house for 12 years. My name is not on it, but I've paid the mort... Read More
A Somewhat Smart House? Why Not? Aug. 30, 2025
Imagine this scene. You are about to head out of your workplace, and you've downloaded a program ont... Read More
Correct Paint Blistering Aug. 28, 2025
Dear James: There is some unsightly paint blistering spot on our wood lap siding. What causes the pa... Read More
Why You Might Own a House You Can't Sell Aug. 26, 2025
Reader Question: I have a home in South Carolina that is in short sale, and we went to close, only t... Read More
Everyone Loves a Front Porch Aug. 23, 2025
Everyone loves a front porch. It's that magical place where you can watch the world pass you by. It'... Read More
Use Paneling in a Storage Room Aug. 21, 2025
Dear James: I need to finally finish the walls in my utility room and add wall storage. Adding panel... Read More
Bought a House -- Found Hidden Graves in the Yard Aug. 19, 2025
Reader Question: I just purchased a new home. It turns out the previous owners buried their parents ... Read More
Proper Paintbrush for Each Project Aug. 14, 2025
Dear James: My kids want to jazz up their bedrooms with new wall colors. What are the best types of ... Read More
Retiree Eyes Former House -- Smart Flip or Risky Bet? Aug. 12, 2025
Reader Question: I sold my home, and after seven years, my previous home is now for sale (bank-owned... Read More
Go Ahead -- Faint! Aug. 09, 2025
Who could forget Aunt Pittypat fainting when recently widowed Scarlett O'Hara accepts a dance with R... Read More
Make Your Own Birdhouse Aug. 07, 2025
Dear James: I am fairly handy with woodworking tools, so I would like to build a unique birdhouse. W... Read More
Can't Mask That Smell? Disclose or Pay Later Aug. 05, 2025
Reader Question: We purchased a property from a bank in March. Now we've found that it has an odor i... Read More
Projects for Weekend Warriors Aug. 02, 2025
Are you a weekend decorating warrior? Then this column is just for you. There are many things you ca... Read More
Boundaries Under One Roof Jul. 31, 2025
Dear Annie: My husband and I live in a three-bedroom house with our two grown children. Recently, ou... Read More
Tape Drywall Joints Like a Pro Jul. 31, 2025
Dear James: I have divided a large room to create an office, so I now have to tape the drywall joint... Read More
Buying Next to a School? Perks, Pitfalls and Price Check Jul. 29, 2025
Reader Question: I'm thinking of purchasing a property next door to a school. At first, I thought th... Read More
Chi: the Energy of Life Jul. 26, 2025
Your furniture, your lighting, the shapes of your accessories and even the colors should enable the ... Read More
Add Durable Walkway Without Mortar Jul. 24, 2025
Dear James: I want to add a decorative brick walkway around my muddy flower gardens. Is this a typic... Read More
Traditional Decor Jul. 19, 2025
Most people desire to live in homes that are stylish and reflective of their history and lifestyle. ... Read More
