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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

Dear James: There have been break-ins in my neighborhood, so I want to install glass block windows f... Read More

Seniors: Protect Your Home From Tax Foreclosure Jan. 14, 2025

Dear Monty: I have been unable to sell my home for years after trying different realtors. I am a sen... Read More

Canine Carsickness: Common But Treatable Jan. 09, 2025

Q: We recently adopted Rufus, a young adult dog who becomes anxious every time he's in the car. He p... Read More

Select Correct Wood Joint Design Jan. 09, 2025

Dear James: Our ugly old kitchen cabinets are falling apart, so I want to try to make my own. What a... Read More

First-Time Homebuyers: Making Your Price Range Work Jan. 07, 2025

Dear Monty: My daughter has been looking for a house through an agent. Whenever she finds "the right... Read More

Living With Pets Protects Children From Allergies Jan. 02, 2025

Q: We have several cats, and we provide foster care for kittens from a rescue organization. I am pre... Read More

Start Filling Your First Home Toolbox Jan. 02, 2025

Dear James: I'm moving into my first house, and it needs some work. I don't have any tools. What typ... Read More

Health Issues, Home Sales and Hidden Tax Breaks: What Seniors Need To Know Dec. 31, 2024

Dear Monty: Our father is 94. He must sell his condo, which he bought in 2008. He moved out in 2022 ... Read More

Collapsing Trachea Causes Dry, Honking Cough in Small Dogs Dec. 26, 2024

Q: Our Yorkshire terrier Bentley has a dry, honking cough. His veterinarian said he has a collapsing... Read More

Replace Old Toilet With Stylish One Dec. 26, 2024

Dear James: Our half bathroom needs an upgrade and a new toilet. I want a more expensive stylish one... Read More

Home Sale Proceeds: The Risky Shortcut You Should Avoid Dec. 24, 2024

Dear Monty: My question is about selling my home to purchase a home with my husband. Can the check (... Read More

Save Money on Veterinary Care by Preventing Disease Dec. 19, 2024

Q: My income is limited, but I wouldn't part with my dog, Max, or cat, Mimi, for anything. How shoul... Read More

There Are Many Types and Grades of Lumber Dec. 19, 2024

Dear James: I went out to buy some lumber for some home projects. I was overwhelmed by the different... Read More

Underwater Home Sale: What Happens to Your Mortgage? Dec. 17, 2024

Dear Monty: If I sell my home at a loss, do I have to repay the mortgage company? Monty's Answer: Wh... Read More

Prepare Now for Natural Disaster Dec. 12, 2024

Q: Climate change seems to be causing more hurricanes, flooding and wildfires than we had years ago.... Read More

Using an Interior Designer Is a Wise Choice Dec. 12, 2024

Dear James: We plan to have a house built. I think I have a pretty good eye for design and decor, bu... Read More

Selling a Home After Spouse's Death Dec. 10, 2024