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Reverse Mortgages Explained Nov. 21, 2022

Dear Annie®

Dear Annie: With reference to a recent column in which the reader said she had lost her home to a re... Read More

My Parents Are Upset That I'm Moving Out Nov. 15, 2022

'Tween 12 & 20

DR. WALLACE: I'll turn 20 years old in January. I'm a high school graduate and I've had a good, stea... Read More

I'm Now Being Charged Because I Have a Job Nov. 14, 2022

'Tween 12 & 20

DR. WALLACE: I'm 19 and I live at home with my parents and three younger siblings. Both of my parent... Read More

La Vie Boheme Nov. 12, 2022

The Art of Design

There is always a new term in the world of interior design that inspires new trends and yet another ... Read More

Wise to Do Inspection Day of Final Payment Nov. 10, 2022

Here's How

Dear James: The construction of our house has just been completed. Before we make the final contract... Read More

A Big Belching House Guest Nov. 09, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Our house is not haunted, but just try to tell that to our guests. "Our water heater makes funny noi... Read More

Useful Tips from Readers Nov. 08, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Once again my very clever readers have reminded me that it's the little ways we avoid spending money... Read More

Bedrooms for Rest and Relaxation Nov. 05, 2022

The Art of Design

Believe it or not, master bedrooms, not living rooms, are the most troublesome rooms to decorate for... Read More

Homeless and Running Out of Options Oct. 26, 2022

Dear Annie®

Dear Annie: My boyfriend and I have been homeless for three years, ever since I lost my lifelong hom... Read More

Teen Twins Don't Help Out at Home Oct. 25, 2022

Dear Annie®

Dear Annie: My younger brother and sister are twins, and they just turned 17. I am writing to you be... Read More

Flipping Out Oct. 22, 2022

The Art of Design

I tell you, one of these days, I am going to burst. Why does my housekeeper think she is an interior... Read More

Fix Brink Mortar So It Matches Old Mortar Oct. 20, 2022

Here's How

Dear James: The mortar between the wall bricks is crumbling in spots and looks bad. How can I repair... Read More

Great Reader Tips Oct. 17, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Readers agree that vinegar, household ammonia and shaving cream all have uses beyond the ordinary th... Read More

Stylish First Space Oct. 15, 2022

The Art of Design

Celebrating a milestone occasion may also bring with it a new home. Perhaps it is your first dwellin... Read More

The 10-Year Bar of Soap, Plus More Great Reader Tips Oct. 13, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

In the cupboard right above my washing machine, there's a bar of Fels-Naptha laundry soap standing i... Read More

The Value of Trivial Pursuits Oct. 12, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

For decades, I've been collecting and disseminating timesaving and money-saving tips. Readers email ... Read More

Ask Me Anything: Secured Cards, Nail Polish Stains and More Oct. 11, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Every day, it seems, my virtual mailbag fills up with mail from my dear readers. Many messages inclu... Read More

Cyber Shopping and Debit Cards Do Not Mix Oct. 10, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Planning to shop online this holiday season? I have one very important piece of advice: Do not use a... Read More

How to Painlessly Declutter and Organize Your Home in 10 Minutes Oct. 06, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

If you think organizing your home or getting your personal affairs in order requires a lot of time, ... Read More

Best Inexpensive Home Dehumidifiers and How to Choose Oct. 04, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Humidity, or the lack thereof, is always a popular topic. Where I live in northern Colorado, it's dr... Read More