Real Estate
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Unsolicited seed from overseas scares legitimate growers
Oct 04, 2020 7:00 am - If you've ever wondered where those vegetable seeds you sow come from, the answer of late seems to be in mysterious little packages from somewhere in China. You may have...
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After leaves fall, you can still enjoy autumn colorOct 04, 2020 7:00 am - It won't be long before Jack Frost visits your garden, pilfering the color from blooms from most annuals. Instead of surrendering the color in your garden to Mr. Frost, ...
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South-facing wood should be finished with paintOct 04, 2020 7:00 am - Q: The south-facing side of our screen porch gets intense sun. Two years ago, it was sanded, stained and varnished with what we thought was the best exterior marine varn...
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Should sellers hire their own home inspector?Oct 04, 2020 7:00 am - Q: I built my home 30 years ago and have been the only occupant. I've maintained it well, replacing the air conditioning, water heater and appliances as needed. Now that...
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Upgrading your space while stuck at home? Get it insured
Oct 04, 2020 6:15 am - As many Americans face months on end stuck indoors, some are using their time (and money) to create a change of scenery or upgrade their surroundings. Office equipment p...
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Create charming rooms using color and pattern
Oct 03, 2020 7:00 am - English designer Cath Kidston is known as "The Queen of Print." With a background in interior design and styling, Kidston founded her brand in 1993 and made it a global ...
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Andrew Yang takes lead in California data privacy measure
Oct 03, 2020 7:00 am - SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - The Fitbits on our wrists collect our health and fitness data; Apple promises privacy but lots of iPhone apps can still share our personal informati...
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Cleaning the fireplace chimneyOct 03, 2020 6:00 am - Q: I use my efficient wood-burning fireplace often. The chimney has never been cleaned and the exterior is weathered. Is having it cleaned really important and what task...
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'The Nester,' on creating a cozy space
Oct 02, 2020 7:00 am - For 12 years Myquillyn Smith, known online as “The Nester,” has inspired homeowners to rearrange their rooms to be more welcoming. Smith is a self-taught design-school d...
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Trump business deductions: sketchy, normal or in-between?
Oct 01, 2020 7:00 am - NEW YORK (AP) - The massive losses Donald Trump has claimed on his tax returns were reportedly due at least in part to the huge deductions he took against the income his...