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Preparing for Real Estate Photos Jan. 23, 2024
Dear Monty: We are planning on selling our home soon. We want to hire a professional photographer to... Read More
So Chic and Timeless: Chinoiserie Jan. 20, 2024
It is hard to escape its influence, either directly or indirectly. Almost everywhere we look we can ... Read More
Replace Old Fixture With Track Lighting Jan. 18, 2024
Dear James: I think track lighting would be a good alternative to my old ceiling fixtures in my kitc... Read More
Nomad Searching for a Place to Call Home Jan. 16, 2024
Dear Annie: Our little girl died. She was ill for a relatively short period of time, terminally, and... Read More
Sharpening My Spidey-Sense Jan. 16, 2024
"Holy Cow," I shouted. "There's a giant spider on the wall. I think it's a tarantula!" "It's not a t... Read More
How and When to Let Go of Household Clutter Jan. 15, 2024
Now and then I hear from readers who are facing a dilemma that strikes a chord with me personally. I... Read More
Matchy-Matchy Is a No-No Jan. 13, 2024
Often, when one walks into a furniture store, he or she is seduced by perfectly arranged suites of f... Read More
Add Solid-Surface Countertop Yourself Jan. 11, 2024
Dear James: My kitchen needs a new countertop and I want something that is attractive and durable. W... Read More
$8 Takes Ugly to Beautiful Dec. 28, 2023
Today's first great reader tip makes me smile. I'll be honest, I've seen ugly on a clearance rack an... Read More
6 Things You Will Regret Throwing Out Dec. 26, 2023
Decluttering and reorganizing any space starts with the most difficult step: deciding what to keep a... Read More
A Veterinarian's Take on Choosing the Right Pet for Your Lifestyle Dec. 26, 2023
Dear Annie: I wanted to make a comment on your recent response to the article, "My husband wants to ... Read More
From Closet Chaos to Calm in 4 Easy Steps Dec. 25, 2023
Want to make your life easier? Clean out, clean up and get your clothes closet organized. With an or... Read More
Is It Just Me or Is It Cold in Here?! Dec. 21, 2023
Now that winter has officially arrived in the Northern Hemisphere, it seems like a good time to go o... Read More
Double Payments to Slash Mortgage Principal -- How Does That Work? Dec. 19, 2023
Dear Cheapskate: Would you please explain how making double mortgage payments works to reduce the pr... Read More
A Simple Solution for Gross, Smelly Towels Dec. 13, 2023
If my inbox is any indicator of what's going on in the world, and I believe it is, smelly towels are... Read More
Seal Bricks for a Longer Life Dec. 07, 2023
Dear James: After a rain, the floors are often damp. Our house has brick over wood framed walls. Can... Read More
But Baby, It's Cold Outside! Nov. 30, 2023
It's not only the price of heating oil that has shot through the stratosphere this fall. Homes that ... Read More
Bathroom Ceramic Tile Can Last a Lifetime Nov. 23, 2023
Dear James: My bathroom needs an upgrade, so I plan to add ceramic tile to the walls. This is my fir... Read More
Stuffies in the Dishwasher, Plus More Great Reader Tips Nov. 20, 2023
It's been such a good week, as measured by my bulging email inbox! I just love to wade through reade... Read More
Some Deadbolts Are More Secure Than Others Nov. 16, 2023
Dear James: I am installing a new front door, so I thought it would be wise to also install a new de... Read More
