Clog-dissolving liquids or crystals may help unclog a septic system. But too much of it may lead to less of the essential bacteria needed to break down the waste continually. Fix: When you first get a clog, pour some boiling water in and flush. For more pesky clogs, try a mechanical cleaning with a closet […]
Shutting vents to try to push air to other rooms to cool or heat may end up doing more harm than good. You could cause “a pressure imbalance in the ducts that can make the furnace work harder or the cooling coil freeze over. Fix: An HVAC contractor can install branch dampers in the main […]
One of the most spectacular places on this planet. Maroon Bells 4 day backpack 30 miles over 4 passes.
Outdoor rugs with rubber or vinyl backings shouldn’t be left in place. They can trap water and lead to mold and mildew. Fix: Select an open-weave rug that allows rainwater to evaporate and air to circulate. Also, rinse the rug with a hose occasionally and then hang it out to dry. If your neighbors, coworkers, […]
Slamming the heavy front door can push it out of alignment. Eventually, the door may get really tough to open and even have a gap between the trim and jamb that could allow moisture and cold air to seep in. Fix: Replace the existing hinges of the door with self-closing ones so that the door […]
On August 24, 2016 HUD extended their existing temporary guidance on condos, without the changes brought about in HR 3700. HUD continues to work on the regulatory guidance to implement the new law, but their existing guidance was set to expire. In notice 2016-13, they simply extend the existing guidance until they can publish the […]
There is a video doorbell that can detect motion and display on your cellular phone a video of the person approaching your front door. The most common brand is available from www.ring.com. Pretty cool.
How Much It Could Cost You: you could overpay by tens of thousands over the life your loan. Why People Mess This Up: First-time buyers often get seduced by a low interest rate and don’t take into account the cost of fees. A lower-interest loan could actually cost you more than one with a higher […]
Who was it that said Wyoming was flat and uninteresting.
How would you like to get up to $2,000 per year from the IRS, just for owning a house? The City and County of Denver now offers a Mortgage Credit Certificate (MCC) program, and you can get a tax credit (not a deduction, but actual money back) directly from the IRS if you participate in […]
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