David Myers
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Grease from turkey clogs homeowners’ insurance claimJan 02, 2014 11:38 pm - Whether you’re pouring grease down a drain or filling it with other stuff, don’t expect your insurer to pay the bill if your sewer system gets plugged up. Q. We deep-fri...
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About real estate: Borrowers to feel changes in mortgage market next yearDec 19, 2013 11:52 pm - Another banking collapse is unlikely, but many borrowers in 2014 will feel the pinch of tighter loan requirements. Q. I saw an economist on TV last week who said that an...
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Online home value estimates can vary widelyDec 12, 2013 11:09 pm - It’s fun to get on the Internet to see how much a property supposedly is worth, but the estimate can be misleading. Q. I was curious about my home’s current value, so I ...
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Homeowners should act fast to slash upcoming income tax billDec 05, 2013 11:49 pm - Paying your January mortgage bill and the second installment of your property taxes now can trim your income taxes or fatten your refund when April arrives. Q. I have al...
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Homeowners can give thanks for a do-nothing CongressNov 28, 2013 11:17 pm - The federal government is stuck, which might be good news for people who own a house and depend on their tax breaks to get by. Q. Several months ago, you wrote Congress ...
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Children providing in-home care for parents may qualify for government aidNov 22, 2013 1:00 pm - Q. My father is 83 years old and is in the early stages of Alzheimer's disease. I am his only child, and I plan to have him move in with me so I can care for him full-ti...
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Millions to gain access to free credit scoresNov 14, 2013 11:27 pm - The company that pioneered credit scoring will now let banks provide their customers with a complimentary copy of their FICO figure. Q. Several months ago, you wrote tha...
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Federal law helps some heirs keep parents’ low interest rateNov 07, 2013 11:03 pm - It’s against the law for a bank to demand that a mortgage be paid off immediately when a spouse dies, but that protection can extend to heirs, too. Q. You recently wrote...
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‘Sale-leaseback’ deal can help parents, kids alikeOct 25, 2013 12:56 am - A home sale that involves grown children and their folks can create valuable financial and tax benefits for everyone involved. Q. My parents are retired and paid their ...
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Easy steps for homeowners to protect against carbon monoxideOct 17, 2013 3:30 pm - Carbon monoxide kills hundreds of homeowners every year and sickens thousands more. Installing a few inexpensive alarms can prevent tragedy. Q. There was a story on the ...