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Month: November 2018

  • Four money traps with home additions or remodeling

      Reader Question: We have enjoyed our home for over five years. In addition to great neighbors, we like the neighborhood amenities, the convenience, and proximity to work. However, we need more room as our family has grown. We are well situated financially, but we do not want to have wasted capital when we sell…

  • Nine high-odd flashpoints for home condition issues

    Reader Question: We are planning on buying a home soon. Many of our friends and co-workers have purchased homes in the past few years. Between stories we hear from them and the stories on real estate websites, home inspections are one of the most common trouble spots in the process. Are there certain circumstances where…

  • Ten Money-Saving Tips Many Homeowners Overlook

    Reader Question: Do you have a list of things that homeowners tend to forget in caring for their home where they could save money? Monty’s Answer: Your question inspired the production of a list based upon my experiences of owning a home. Full disclosure: You asked someone whose wife rolled her eyes when she caught…

  • Is Our House A Lemon?

    Reader Question: Is Our House A Lemon? We bought our home about six months ago. The house seemed perfect. It is very well-kept, and it came through the home inspection with flying colors. We have met some friendly neighbors, and we love living here. That said, we have experienced some expensive issues; the water heater…