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The Space In Between Oct. 12, 2024
The best surprises in life are often those unexpected moments: an unnamed bistro found while explori... Read More
Woodwork Trim Can Transform a Room Oct. 10, 2024
Dear James: My living room needs a decor update. I'm on a limited budget and plan to do it myself. W... Read More
Finding a Starting Point Oct. 05, 2024
Once you make the decision to decorate or redecorate, one of the hardest things for many homeowners ... Read More
Professional Window Cleaning Tips Oct. 03, 2024
Dear James: My new house has many windows and I have a problem cleaning them without leaving streaks... Read More
Politicians Steal Homes Oct. 02, 2024
Sometimes politicians steal people's homes. Really. If homeowners miss property tax payments, even i... Read More
Faking Architecture Sep. 28, 2024
In a perfect world, we'd all live in penthouses like those you see in Cary Grant movies, where the i... Read More
Add a Window Seat for Storage Sep. 26, 2024
Dear James: We could certainly use some additional storage space in our bedrooms. As kids, we used t... Read More
Doctor, Doctor, Here Is the News Sep. 21, 2024
Have you ever felt sicker when you visited a doctor's office than when you were at home? I don't mea... Read More
Simple-To-Build Small Cabin Sep. 19, 2024
Dear James: I have some rustic land located by a pond. I would like to have a small weekend cabin bu... Read More
Subdividing Family Property Requires Careful Planning Sep. 17, 2024
Dear Monty: If a 300-foot lakefront property is divided into two parcels — a 200-foot lot with... Read More
An Open and Shut Case: Doors Sep. 14, 2024
Doors are great communicators. When they are opened wide, they mean welcome. When they are opened sl... Read More
Use Borate To Preserve Lumber Sep. 12, 2024
Dear James: We have problems with insect damage in our area. When doing a major remodeling project, ... Read More
Is Ditching the Listing Agent Risky? Sep. 10, 2024
Dear Monty: My home is for sale through an agent. It has been over 12 weeks with no offers and few s... Read More
Sensual Decor Sep. 07, 2024
It is believed that decorating a house in a traditional or formal manner can have a stifling effect ... Read More
Remodel Bathroom in Correct Order Sep. 05, 2024
Dear James: My elderly mother is moving in, so I need to add another bathroom. What are the major de... Read More
How To Buy a Small Parcel From Your Neighbor Sep. 03, 2024
Dear Monty: We intend to negotiate a lot line adjustment with a neighbor. The size of the parcel is ... Read More
'Messiness' Might Actually Be ADHD Sep. 01, 2024
Dear Readers: Many of you wrote in about the fact that "Wife Problem" should be assessed for ADHD. T... Read More
Decorating a Rental Aug. 31, 2024
Many times I am asked if you can decorate a rented home or apartment. The answer is yes. Most renter... Read More
Build a New Fence for Privacy Aug. 29, 2024
Dear James: I live in a house on a sloping lot and want to add a privacy fence around the backyard. ... Read More
Joint Ownership With Family Members: A Blessing or a Curse Aug. 27, 2024
Dear Monty: Three siblings would like to purchase a home together. Two siblings make $30K each, and ... Read More
