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Complexity in Wine Mar. 19, 2024
Describing wine isn't easy. Casual wine lovers usually start with, "This stuff tastes good," or "It'... Read More
Replace Your Floor With Sheet Vinyl Mar. 14, 2024
Dear James: I want new sheet vinyl flooring in my kitchen. The last one cracked too quickly. What sh... Read More
'The Anxious Generation' Has the Worst of Both Worlds Mar. 14, 2024
In a blockbuster Atlantic piece, "The Terrible Costs of a Phone-Based Childhood," my Let Grow co-fou... Read More
3 Easy Resources When Buying Directly From the Owner Mar. 12, 2024
Dear Monty: We recently got to know a couple who purchased a house directly from the owner. They man... Read More
How to Clean Suede Shoes and Keep Them Looking Sharp Mar. 11, 2024
Suede shoes are a timeless fashion statement, but let's face it, they're not the easiest to keep cle... Read More
Ready to Travel? Pack Your Zen Mar. 09, 2024
By Nicola Bridges Yoga, meditation, mindfulness and care about maintaining a sense of serenity are a... Read More
Nerve Damage Causes Horner's Syndrome Mar. 07, 2024
Q: Hobie, my middle-aged indoor-outdoor cat, awoke this morning with one very abnormal eye. His uppe... Read More
Remove Dark Mildew Stains on Grout Mar. 07, 2024
Dear James: Our bathroom must have been remodeled several times because it has some glossy and matte... Read More
Things to Stock Up on in March Mar. 04, 2024
Even though it still feels like winter, home improvement centers are hauling out air conditioners th... Read More
Proper Sandpaper Makes Projects Easier Feb. 29, 2024
Dear James: Our century-old house has natural woodwork, but most should be refinished. How do I deci... Read More
Information Drives Home Sales Progress Feb. 27, 2024
Dear Monty: As a former real estate agent, you don't have any idea what you're talking about. Yep, t... Read More
Fleas Transmit Plague Bacteria Feb. 22, 2024
Q: I caught the end of a news report about pets and the plague. I thought the plague was eradicated ... Read More
Simple-To-Build Doghouse Feb. 22, 2024
Dear James: We have a dog that spends much of his time outdoors in our fenced yard, so we need to bu... Read More
The 6 Indiscernible Flaws in Real Estate Agency Law Feb. 20, 2024
Dear Monty: You believe that agency law does not work. All 50 states have agency laws for real estat... Read More
Dog's Cold, Wet Nose Doesn't Guarantee Good Health Feb. 15, 2024
Q: I'm confused about why my dog Sam's nose is occasionally warm and dry, even though he seems fine.... Read More
Make Proper Angle Cuts on Crown Molding Feb. 15, 2024
Dear James: I like the look of crown molding for my dining room, but I am having trouble getting the... Read More
Options When Dealing With a New Home Defect Feb. 13, 2024
Dear Monty: What should I do if my new house has a defect or foundation issue? Our brand-new built h... Read More
Great Readers and Their Great Tips Feb. 12, 2024
Have I told you lately how much I love my readers? Especially those who send me messages, questions,... Read More
An Easy Solution for a Big Oops! Feb. 08, 2024
Dear Cheapskate: Help! I dripped latex paint on my new carpeting and discovered it too late. It drie... Read More
Even Indoor Cats Need Rabies Vaccination Feb. 08, 2024
Q: My cat BarB — so named because I found her as a kitten hiding under my barbecue grill ̵... Read More
