Real Estate
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Models open at Amber Shores in Lake VillaNov 10, 2010 10:00 pm - Amber Shores, a new community of 31 single-family homes in Lake Villa, showcases the Brentwood, a fully furnished model home and available floor plan in its Premier seri...
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How to protect your house from skunks, raccoons, batsNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Winter is fast approaching and as the days and nights get progressively colder, we are all happy to retreat to our warm homes. Wild animals and insects feel the same way...
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Heir buying grandpa's house? Get multiple appraisalsNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I thought you might be able to steer us in the right direction. My grandfather lives in a nice home on a lake, boat dock, etc. My sister lives nearby and has expr...
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How to carpet over basement slabNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. We would like to finish our basement and need your expertise on how to go about it, especially the slab floor. With excellent gravel soil and perimeter footing dr...
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Security deposit issues can be solved in courtNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I rented a condominium from a guy a little over a year and a half ago. The lease was for one year and after the year was up, we just kept going, though he raised ...
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Trouble began when lenders couldn't fund their own loansNov 05, 2010 11:00 pm - Last year, I unwisely committed to writing an article on mortgage insurance for an international encyclopedia. When all too soon it became time to deliver, I realized th...
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Give your oven a tuneup before holidays hitNov 04, 2010 11:00 pm - With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to fire up the oven and start cooking. Even if you aren't the cook, you still might be responsible for firing up the ...
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Be cautious when planning for outdoor security lightingNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I am interested in adding some outdoor security lighting at my home. I want to do it in the most efficient manner and I don't want to add significantly to night l...
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Bargain hunting for a home inspectorNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - Q. I am buying a home and need to hire a home inspector, but they are so expensive. How can I find an inspector who charges a reasonable price? A. Ho...
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How to speed the house-hunting processNov 03, 2010 11:00 pm - There's no rule of thumb to suggest how many homes a buyer should preview before making an offer, but there are several steps to take in order to expedite the selection ...