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Improve Appearance of Limestone Patio With New Grout Nov. 11, 2021
Dear James: The mortar in my new limestone patio is deteriorated and looks bad. Can I remove and rep... Read More
Another Brilliant Way to Use WD-40 Around the House Oct. 19, 2021
I had to laugh when I opened my mail to read how one reader was able to get his glass shower doors s... Read More
Repair Asphalt Driveway Gaps, Holes and Cracks Sep. 09, 2021
Dear James: My asphalt driveway has many cracks and small holes. It is only a few years old. My repa... Read More
The Problems with Home Inspections Jul. 13, 2021
Dear Monty: You have written numerous articles over time about different problems with home inspecti... Read More
Mass Death in Florida is the Catastrophic Cost of Indecision Jul. 06, 2021
Evidence is mounting that the collapse of Champlain Towers South in Surfside, Florida, obliterating ... Read More
Disclosure Obligation Jun. 30, 2020
Litigation alleging "failure to disclose" has increased over the last several years. California disc... Read More
Protect Yourself By Making Disclosures Feb. 04, 2020
When it comes to disclosures, it's hard to know how far to go. I recommend you disclose when in doub... Read More
Car Rip-Offs Oct. 14, 2019
Q: My car is now 10 years old and has an occasional problem but mostly suits my needs. I've had to b... Read More
10 Ways to Make a Vehicle Last Twice as Long Oct. 02, 2019
Eighteen years ago next month, my husband and I bought a new Chevy Silverado. For 14 of those years,... Read More
Home Repair Value May. 06, 2019
Q: My husband and I are looking forward to moving into a wonderful retirement community, which will ... Read More
No Gift Tax Oct. 23, 2016
Dear Edith: Can I give my daughter a $l4,000 interest in a rental property I own with a regular dee... Read More
7 Potential Costs of Owning a Home That Should Factor Into Your Budget Mar. 11, 2015
Dear Readers: I get a lot of questions regarding the costs of owning a home, typically about saving ... Read More
Selling Furnished Aug. 03, 2014
Dear Edith: I am 70 years old and am getting ready to sell my house up north. I already own a condo ... Read More
Unmarried Buyers Jan. 26, 2014
Dear Edith: My boyfriend and I would like to buy a house together but we don't expect to get married... Read More
