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Q: We discovered poison ivy in our woods. If our cats and dogs touch it, can it cause them problems?... Read More

Use Plastic Plumbing for Simplicity Feb. 27, 2025

Dear James: I plan to add a new bathroom, and some old plumbing should also be replaced. I'm not com... Read More

Mobile Home Tax Shock: Understanding Your Assessment Rights Feb. 25, 2025

Dear Monty: Is it legal to double your taxes on a mobile home where you don't own the land? Doesn't ... Read More

Lead Ammunition Harms More Than Intended Target Feb. 20, 2025

Q: While hunting, I accidentally shot my dog, Buck, with lead shot. He seems to be OK, but I'm worri... Read More

Add an Efficient Screen/Storm Door Yourself Feb. 20, 2025

Dear James: I need to add a durable screen/storm door because we now have a dog. What design of door... Read More

Dangerous Defects: When Sellers Won't Respond Feb. 18, 2025

Dear Monty: We're under contract on the house, and it's been a NIGHTMARE. Our inspection revealed il... Read More

Wobbly Kitten With CH Can Have Good Quality of Life Feb. 13, 2025

Q: My friend adopted a kitten she named Clown because she's so funny to watch. Clown has a condition... Read More

Use Different Nails for Different Projects Feb. 13, 2025

Dear James: I have quite a few repair projects to do around my house. I went to buy nails, but I was... Read More

Snowbirds' Tax Break: Keep or Lose? Feb. 11, 2025

Dear Monty: My wife and I own two homes: one in Florida in her name and my house in Indiana in my na... Read More

Garlic and Onions Toxic to Dogs Feb. 06, 2025

Q: Whenever my partner and I treat ourselves to roasted garlic on warm French bread, our dog begs fo... Read More

Restore Tarnished Brass Bathroom Fixtures Feb. 06, 2025

Dear James: The ornate solid brass bathroom fixtures in my old house are tarnished but still work fi... Read More

Home Sale Timing: Tax Law Changes? Feb. 04, 2025

Dear Monty: I read your recent column regarding capital gains exemptions. I'm aware that there is a ... Read More

Byproducts in Pet Food Provide Nutrients Missing From Muscle Meat Jan. 30, 2025

Q: I heard that byproducts are bad for pets, so I want to buy cat food that is free of them. What br... Read More

Recessed Fixture for Task Lighting Jan. 30, 2025

Dear James: I am setting up a computer station for my children. It needs additional lighting. Would ... Read More

Home Sale Gone Wrong? Choose Your Battle Plan Wisely Jan. 28, 2025

Dear Monty: We have an issue with a home seller on a home we recently purchased and have been resear... Read More

Many Effective Therapies for Dogs With Osteoarthritis Jan. 23, 2025

Q: Grayson is my first dog now that I'm an adult living on my own, though I did grow up with dogs. W... Read More

Wainscoting Can Change Room Decor Jan. 23, 2025

Dear James: Our dining room drywall has been damaged over the years. Instead of repairing it, I want... Read More

Bargain Sales of Land: A Creative Tax Strategy or Potential Pitfall? Jan. 21, 2025

Dear Monty: We own some vacant land a nonprofit wants to purchase. Their agent has told us that he c... Read More

Parasites Commonly Infect Indoor Cats Jan. 16, 2025

Q: Can cats that stay indoors get parasites? My veterinarian recommends that I apply a parasite prev... Read More

Security Glass Blocks Are Easy To Install Jan. 16, 2025