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Install a Locking Storm Door Handle Yourself Feb. 08, 2024

Here's How

Dear James: The handle and lock on my back storm/screen door has broken from years of use. Is that s... Read More

Readers Share How They Save Time and Money Every Day Feb. 07, 2024

Everyday Cheapskate

My readers have no doubt that I am a big fan of finding every possible way to save time and money. A... Read More

Consider Options When Exposing Fraud in a Divorce Feb. 06, 2024

Dear Monty

Dear Monty: What could someone do to hide the source of funds used to purchase a house with cash? Th... Read More

Do MRIs Freak You Out? They Used To Scare Me Too, But Then I Learned This Feb. 02, 2024

Holding Space for Good

I didn't know I was claustrophobic until I had to get an MRI of my knee when I was 32. The technicia... Read More

Thank Veterinarian for Great Care Feb. 01, 2024

Ask the Vet

Q: Our veterinarian has always been wonderful with our cats, so we want to give her a gift on Valent... Read More

Hang a Ceiling Fan Properly and Safely Feb. 01, 2024

Here's How

Dear James: I bought a ceiling fan two summers ago and am just getting around to installing it this ... Read More

7 Reasons To Be Wary of MLS Jan. 30, 2024

Dear Monty

Dear Monty: Our home is for sale. Our agent called to set a co-broker appointment. At the appointed ... Read More

Don't Pump the Mascara Jan. 25, 2024

Everyday Cheapskate

Dear Cheapskate: I'm tired of paying $9 for mascara that gets all dried out and clumpy after just a ... Read More

Heatstroke Causes Brain Damage and Multiple Organ Failure Jan. 25, 2024

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Q: My sister, who lives in the South, turns her air conditioning up from 75 to 90 degrees when she l... Read More

Make a Simple Extra Loft Bed Jan. 25, 2024

Here's How

Dear James: I am thinking about converting a small storage room into an extra bedroom for my son. Ad... Read More

Little Ways to Save Big! Jan. 23, 2024

Everyday Cheapskate

The secret to starting a serious savings program is to look for small, painless ways to save, and th... Read More

Preparing for Real Estate Photos Jan. 23, 2024

Dear Monty

Dear Monty: We are planning on selling our home soon. We want to hire a professional photographer to... Read More

Dangerous to Transport Dog in Bed of Pickup Truck Jan. 18, 2024

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Q: I was driving behind a pickup truck that swerved to avoid a deer. A dog in the bed of the pickup ... Read More

Replace Old Fixture With Track Lighting Jan. 18, 2024

Here's How

Dear James: I think track lighting would be a good alternative to my old ceiling fixtures in my kitc... Read More

Is It Too Early To Stop Being Late? Jan. 18, 2024

Work Daze

Sorry if I kept you waiting. I know how important it is to have a new "Work Daze" for you, right on... Read More

9 Reasons Selling a Home Is Easy Jan. 16, 2024

Dear Monty

Dear Monty: We are selling our home in 2024. We know of your involvement in PropBox. You state that ... Read More

Beautiful Barbados Offers Food, History and Friendly People Jan. 14, 2024

Travel and Adventure

By Victor Block After visiting Barbados 20 years ago, I wrote a story with the headline "Friendli... Read More

Barbados: Rum Capital of the Caribbean Jan. 13, 2024

Travel and Adventure

By Fyllis Hockman Most travelers know that the Caribbean islands are well-versed in rum, but Barbado... Read More

The Need for Personal Responsibility Jan. 12, 2024

Dear AnnieĀ®

Dear Annie: This letter is a message to "Fed Up," the reader whose husband dotes on their daughters.... Read More

Excessive Drooling May Signal Medical Problem Jan. 11, 2024

Ask the Vet

Q: My cat Myrtle sometimes drools. Should I be concerned? A: It depends. Many cats drool while purri... Read More