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Dear James: My fireplace does not draw well, and the room gets smoky sometimes. I am adding another ... Read More

Home Buyer Questions Agent's Actions Nov. 26, 2024

Dear Monty: My real estate agent bullied me into three price drops in 10 months, citing her experien... Read More

Praise Cat While Trimming Claws Nov. 21, 2024

Q: I recently adopted a cat named Max, and I need to learn about trimming his claws. What's the proc... Read More

Complete Wood With French Polish Finish Nov. 21, 2024

Dear James: My old house has gorgeous natural cherry woodwork. I plan to refinish with natural Frenc... Read More

Home Buyer Questions Agent's Actions Nov. 19, 2024

Dear Monty: I made an offer on a home subject to the sale of my home. The sellers accepted the offer... Read More

Center for Pet Safety Tests and Certifies Pet Travel Equipment Nov. 14, 2024

Q: My seatbelt will help protect me if I'm involved in a car accident, and I want the same for my do... Read More

Save by Installing Your Own Carpeting Nov. 14, 2024

Dear James: Our wall-to-wall carpeting is looking its age, and it should be replaced. I would like t... Read More

The Smart Buyer's Guide To Evaluating Interior Paint Nov. 12, 2024

Reader Question: When searching for a new house, at what age should the buyer expect the interior to... Read More

Overweight Cats Risk Serious Disease Nov. 07, 2024

Q: My cat Fred's fat underbelly swings when he walks. I think it's cute, but his veterinarian says h... Read More

Circuit Breakers Protect House Wiring Nov. 07, 2024

Dear James: I am concerned about a fire from an electrical issue in my older house. What are the dif... Read More

Smart Sells: Your Presale Home Prep Guide Nov. 05, 2024

Dear Monty: We are going to sell our home, and we are confused about which improvements to make. The... Read More

Tips for Pouring Concrete Driveway Oct. 31, 2024

Dear James: I plan to have my asphalt driveway replaced with concrete. My neighbor's cracked after o... Read More

Seller Confesses Misrepresentation 5 Days Before Closing Oct. 29, 2024

Dear Monty: It is five days before closing. The seller notified us today that they are having proble... Read More

Fruits and Vegetables to Your Health Oct. 25, 2024

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This is National Fruits & Veggies Month — a great time to boost your intake and improve your h... Read More

While Pregnant, Keep Cat, but Avoid Toxoplasmosis Oct. 24, 2024

Q: I am planning to become pregnant, and a friend says I should give away my cat, Myrtle, because sh... Read More

An Air/Water Barrier Stops Wood Rot Oct. 24, 2024

Dear James: I am planning a new room addition to our home. I have heard a lot about serious rotting ... Read More

Dogs See Blue, Yellow and Gray Oct. 17, 2024

Q: We're concerned that our middle-aged Labrador-German shepherd mix may be nearsighted because he c... Read More

Relax in Your Home Steam Room Oct. 17, 2024

Dear James: It feels good in a steam room and I hear it is healthy, but I hake having to drive to th... Read More

Calico and Tortoiseshell Cats Usually Female Oct. 10, 2024

Q: I adopted a calico cat from a shelter that named him Joseph for his coat of many colors. My veter... Read More

Woodwork Trim Can Transform a Room Oct. 10, 2024