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A worn chimney on a home's slanted roof
Five Warning Signs Your Chimney Needs Repair
 
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Seven Ways to Upcycle the Memory Foam From an Old Mattress
 
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When (and Why) You Need a 'Party Wall Agreement' With Your Neighbors
 
Old, run-down house
What to Do If Your Neighbor's Property Is Negatively Impacting Yours
 
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How to Tell If Someone Is Stealing Your Utilities
 
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Eight Obscure Home Upgrades You Didn't Know You Needed
 
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Six Hand-Powered Appliances That Will Save Money on Your Electric Bill
 
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Five Lesser-Known Ways You Can Redeem Airline Points and Miles
 
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Six Ways to Give Away Less of Your Personal Data
 
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The Home Renovation Projects That Will Make You Happiest
 
An moving truck parked on a street, with boxes stacked high in its trunk.
What to Do If Your Roommate Stops Paying Rent
 
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The ‘Circular Economy’ Can Help You Waste (and Spend) Less
 
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The Best Ways to Soundproof Your Home on a Budget
 
Eviction notice on door
It's Illegal for Your Landlord to Evict You Themselves
 
A row of cute white houses with a shared backyard
Three Reasons You Should Turn Down Unsolicited Real Estate Offers
 
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The First Three Things You Should Do When Your Roof Starts Leaking
 
Living room with floor to ceiling bookshelves
Three Ways to Double Your Bookshelf Capacity
 
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Why You Should Read a Home's Permit History Before You Buy It
 
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You Can Borrow Money From Yourself With a 'Passbook Loan'
 
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Nine Home Essentials You Didn’t Know You Needed