Home and Garden
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U.S. home sales surge to the fastest pace this year despite rising mortgage rates and prices
Jun 10, 2026 6:44 pm - Sales of previously occupied U.S. homes accelerated last month to their fastest pace since December, a sharp turnaround in demand after a lackluster start to the spring h...
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Small HOA discovers decade of unfiled taxesJun 10, 2026 6:09 pm - I recently purchased a unit that is part of a small self-managed HOA. We believe that no income tax returns have been filed for this association in the last 10 years or so, possibly ever.
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Plastic bags don't go in the recycling bin. What should you do instead?
Jun 10, 2026 10:39 am - Soft, stretchy plastics can make up grocery bags, bubble wrap and more. They're impossible to avoid and harder still to properly dispose of.
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Plunging into the various types of poolsJun 10, 2026 10:21 am - Homeowners have several different options to consider when thinking about adding a pool to their property.
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Home & garden calendar, June 9-20Jun 09, 2026 3:32 pm - Upcoming gardening club meetings and events in the Chicago suburbs, covering topics like the DuPage Monarch Project, the New Perennial Movement, and more. Also find more on garden walks, garden shows, and nature walks.
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The AP's gardening expert has a list of 10 top-performing new plants for this season
Jun 09, 2026 1:34 pm - The AP's gardening expert shares a list of 10 top-performing new plants for this season.
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Seasonal garden care: Safety equipment, pinching, and pruning tipsJun 09, 2026 5:00 am - Wear protective glasses and earplugs when using power equipment like weed whips and mowers in the garden, as debris can injure eyes and legs, while prolonged noise exposure can damage hearing.
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Good pots and pans don’t come cheap, so here’s how to make them last
Jun 09, 2026 4:47 am - It’s not difficult to protect the longevity of your pots and pans if you’re willing to put a little time and a minimal amount of effort into the process. (Yes, even cast iron is easier to maintain than many people think.)
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Damaged septic system draining onto streetJun 08, 2026 4:00 pm - Smelly water from a neighbor’s damaged septic system is draining onto the street, but they refuse to fix the problem. Is there anything we can do?
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High-performance windows for homes and businessesJun 07, 2026 6:00 am - There is literally no building in the Chicago area that can’t be outfitted with new high energy-rated windows.
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