Home and Garden
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Board members must be unit ownersNov 07, 2015 12:00 am - Q. The board recently learned one of the board members of our condominium association is not a unit owner. This person is in the first year of a two-year term. Is this a...
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Vintage crocks were used to make wine in ElginNov 06, 2015 6:01 am - Q. What can you tell me about the two pottery crocks in the attached photo? Each is marked with the number "4", so I know they have a 4-gallon capacity. There are no man...
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A ballroom ghost and a squad of spiritsNov 06, 2015 12:00 am - Maybe you don't believe in ghosts or evil spirits. The folks mentioned in this column, though, definitely do. Q. Have you ever heard of a ghost called Resurrection Mary?...
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Buying new home without a home inspectionNov 06, 2015 12:00 am - Q: We recently bought a model home in a new subdivision. The builder is using it as an office and will be renting it from us for one more year, until most of the remaini...
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Appraisal 'adjustments' can cause troubleNov 06, 2015 12:00 am - WASHINGTON - Whether you're a homebuyer, seller or looking to refinance, you probably know the crucial importance of appraisals: They can limit the amount of mortgage mo...
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Time to step up your seasonal decorNov 04, 2015 10:00 pm - After warm summer breezes fleetingly say goodbye, fall enters the scene with all her beautiful harvests and sunburst colors. For many, it is an opportunity to look forwa...
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Paint colors can inspire DIY projectNov 04, 2015 10:00 pm - Inspiration can come from a can of paint. Take a look at the paint chips in a home improvement store and just read off the names for fun. Close your eyes and imagine wha...
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Once more -- tub or shower againNov 01, 2015 10:00 pm - Q. My husband and I own our home in a small village. We have just renovated our kitchen and now want to move on to do our master bath. At the time we built the home (200...
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Selecting the best type of HECM reverse mortgageNov 01, 2015 10:00 pm - The HECM reverse mortgage is a beautifully designed financial instrument that can meet a wide variety of senior needs. Unfortunately, HECMs offer so many options that se...
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Elgin family's Queen Anne wins 'Painted Lady' contestNov 01, 2015 10:00 pm - It takes a special type of person to invest the time, energy and money necessary to rehabilitate an old house. But it takes an owner who is truly dedicated to his or her...