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Keep Your Gutters From Clogging Apr. 25, 2024
Dear James: I have noticed rainwater running down over a window, and I am worried it might damage th... Read More
The Future of the Multiple Listing Services Apr. 23, 2024
Dear Monty: Will all the changes in the real estate industry affect the multiple listing service in ... Read More
Stop Whining! Apr. 18, 2024
As the mother of two young world-class whiners, the behavior modification techniques described in th... Read More
Medications Can Diminish Dog's Sense of Smell Apr. 18, 2024
Q: I'm training my dog Roger for search and rescue, which requires him to use his nose. I noticed wh... Read More
Proper Method To Install a Mailbox Post Apr. 18, 2024
Dear James: My mailbox and post are old, look bad and have been hit a couple of times with bats. Do ... Read More
When You're Stuck and Can't Get Going Apr. 17, 2024
A question I receive nearly every day goes something like this: I'm ready to get started taking back... Read More
How To Buy a Unit in a Nonconforming Building Apr. 16, 2024
Dear Monty: I'm looking at a town house that is a single two-bedroom, one-bath unit among five other... Read More
Three Reasons Not to Toilet Train Your Cat Apr. 11, 2024
Q: I'm thinking about teaching Cameo, my newly adopted young calico cat, to use the toilet instead o... Read More
Replace Bathroom Sink With Pedestal-Type Sink Apr. 11, 2024
Dear James: I'd like to inexpensively upgrade my bathroom by adding a new pedestal sink. What are so... Read More
The Best Way To Sell a Home in Mint Condition Apr. 09, 2024
Dear Monty: We will be selling our home soon. Our house was brand-new when we bought it. It is 25 ye... Read More
Sterilized Dogs Live Longer Apr. 04, 2024
Q: Should we neuter Max, our 3-year-old Jack Russell terrier? Our veterinarian described the behavio... Read More
Should You Replace the Roof? Apr. 04, 2024
Dear James: A dark spot appears on the ceiling after a rain. The roof is not terribly old. How can I... Read More
WE Are the Reason Kids Are on Screens Apr. 04, 2024
A rant. Sorry. But this culture is driving me nuts! It is BLIND to the idea that kids CAN and in re... Read More
Conflicts of Interest Are Natural With Home Sales Apr. 02, 2024
Dear Monty: I need professional advice. I am interested in purchasing a one-bedroom, one bath house ... Read More
Celebrate Easter With Chocolate Bunny, Not Live One Mar. 28, 2024
Q: I'm thinking of surprising my 6-year-old niece with a rabbit on Easter. The pet store sells bunni... Read More
Apply Faux Painting Like a Pro Mar. 28, 2024
Dear James: I would like the appearance of faux painting in my living room, but it looks complicated... Read More
Dealing With Unresponsive Contractors Mar. 26, 2024
Dear Monty: I live in a condo in Florida. In 2021, I had electric hurricane screens installed that c... Read More
Flat-Faced Breeds Prone to Health Problems Mar. 21, 2024
Q: My dog Hugo is the cutest, most lovable French bulldog I know. When I submitted a photo of him to... Read More
Should I Be My Own Home Contractor? Mar. 21, 2024
Dear James: We plan to build our dream house, but the price quotes are outrageous now. Does it make ... Read More
8 Steps in New Home Construction Mar. 19, 2024
Dear Monty: With the shortage of housing currently available, we are considering building a new home... Read More
