Home and Garden
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FHA appraisers are not home inspectorsAug 19, 2025 5:56 pm - Many homebuyers are unclear about the difference between an appraisal and a home inspection. Because of this, they forego a home inspection and are surprised when problems are discovered after the close of escrow.
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You might not like spiders. But you want them in your garden
Aug 19, 2025 5:46 pm - Although often feared, spiders are important garden predators that control pests, enrich soil, and support birds and other wildlife.
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Composting helps the planet. This is how to do it, no matter where you live
Aug 19, 2025 5:37 pm - Composting helps the planet. Here is how to do it, no matter where you live.
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Grow fruit trees in small spaces with the trick known as espalier
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The best blue paint colors, according to design pros
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Home & garden calendar, Aug. 17-23Aug 17, 2025 6:01 pm - Upcoming garden club meetings, plant sales, and garden shows in the Chicago suburbs.
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Overwhelmed by chores? Try ‘batching’
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The case for carpet
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How to deal with that never-ending pile of kids’ clothes
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Tennis balls and other hacks to get rid of ugly scuff marks on walls