Is it possible for a 'normal person' to let a house without doing all of the usual landlord work? We want to keep a house in the family but don't want the responsibility of finding tenants, contacting a plumber, collecting rent and so on. [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 10 answers

How can I sell surplus stock in North America? [more inside]
posted on May 6, 2008 - 6 answers

Pimp My House: We bought a house, but we're not moving into it for another month. It's currently empty. What cool projects should I undertake before we move in? [more inside]
posted on May 1, 2008 - 29 answers

I am thinking of installing a metal roof. I am in central New England. My present shingled roof has a 3½" to 12 pitch and is rated for up to 30 pounds per square foot. This winter The roof had to be shoveled on a regular basis. I am both worried that with heavy repeated snows my home is at risk for structural damage and I suspect that this 30 PSF rating is not a real world figure. I also have a problem with heavy snow blocking the combustion air for my furnace which is built into the furnace stack. Would a dark colored metal roof with such a shallow pitch be self clearing under heavy snow?
posted on Apr 26, 2008 - 5 answers

Please point me in the direction of some outstanding house music mixes. I'm looking for full-set live mixes by DJs of various artists. [more inside]
posted on Apr 24, 2008 - 15 answers

I'm going to be building a modest split-level home this spring – 1900 sqft – in Madison, WI. Should I expect the cost of materials to be lower or higher than it was to build the exact same house 6 months ago? [more inside]
posted on Apr 22, 2008 - 10 answers

What is a young couple supposed to do when 6 months after purchasing their first home a landslide occurs in their back yard? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2008 - 13 answers

[GrownupFilter] Many credit threads on here, but I couldn't find one that really helped: I have shit credit, and I hate throwing money away with renting. In the next 12-18 months, what can I do to help me buy a house? [more inside]
posted on Apr 19, 2008 - 17 answers

Landlords are selling the house we are in and we would like to know what to expect from the coming months. [more inside]
posted on Apr 17, 2008 - 9 answers

I'm trying to help a friend clean up a bad situation with cats and wood floors; I'm looking for suggestions (Icky cat-related stuff inside) [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 7 answers

I am looking for tips on how to move house with a cat (I'm moving tomorrow!). It's going to be a 4 hour journey in a car, with a cat who hates traveling (she breaks out of a her secure cat-box) and gets very stressed (cries and pants). Also, I want to try to address her behaviour issue, if anyone has the time to look inside and read her background info (sorry for the lengthy notes). [more inside]
posted on Apr 15, 2008 - 15 answers

Who owns the White House in Washington D.C.? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 6 answers

My parents are looking for a place to retire in NE North Carolina (i.e. home). Mom asked me to help her search with internet (they have traveled down there several times) so they can narrow things down and get a better feel for the market. I have little idea where to even began searching. Suggestions?
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 5 answers

Good blogs about house remodeling? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 9 answers

Is it okay to paint over sandy stucco-like exterior house wall? Is there another method or preparation to refinish an exterior wall make of this substance? [more inside]
posted on Apr 9, 2008 - 2 answers

I want to buy my first house AND not owe any Federal taxes for 2007...Traditional IRA Perhaps? [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 15 answers

Buying through Redfin - does anyone have first-hand experiences they could share? [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 3 answers

What's the most economical way to make your house/apartment smell good? [more inside]
posted on Mar 26, 2008 - 42 answers

My wife paints with oils. We're buying a house with a septic system. Will cleaning brushes in the sink be a problem? [more inside]
posted on Mar 25, 2008 - 8 answers

What can I do with a VERY LARGE mesh satellite dish on my roof? [more inside]
posted on Mar 24, 2008 - 8 answers

Can you recommend an architect in the Seattle area? I'm hoping to have a second story put on my ranch house, and need professional advice. (I'll also happily take recommendations for contractors.)
posted on Mar 23, 2008 - 5 answers

Can anyone tell me the percentage of children of illegal immigrants who attend college? Specifically in Texas. We are arguing the HB 104 (in state tuition bill) in my government class and I need to know how many children of illegal immigrants who were not born in the US actually attend institutions of higher education....
posted on Mar 22, 2008 - 12 answers

Are there any agencies to help people exchange properties / relocate in the US (i.e. from one state to another)? Do large organizations HR help their employees? Is it something the Government does to help out? [more inside]
posted on Mar 21, 2008 - 7 answers

How should I select a financial planner? Should I find a fee-only or commission-based planner? $150-$200/hour seems like a lot of money to me. [more inside]
posted on Mar 18, 2008 - 9 answers

VanityFilter: What color(s?) should I paint my two-part bathroom? [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 4 answers

I'm moving to a new place and need to know what kinds of simple items I can use to furnish my place and keep it looking neat [more inside]
posted on Mar 13, 2008 - 8 answers

What is the best way to repair a home's foundation? [more inside]
posted on Mar 10, 2008 - 13 answers

I want to build a house: 1,500 sq.ft., passive solar/energy efficient features, $100,000 - possible? [more inside]
posted on Mar 7, 2008 - 25 answers

I am scheduled to close on my first home purchase in two weeks. What am I not expecting? [more inside]
posted on Mar 5, 2008 - 35 answers

We're having an open house and other various viewings of our place and I was wondering what would be good 'open house' music to play? Preferably from iTunes Radio but other suggestions welcome
posted on Mar 3, 2008 - 11 answers

Calling all Japan MeFites as well as you real estate mavens...I'm thinking of buying a house here in Tokyo, and I need some advice. [more inside]
posted on Mar 2, 2008 - 6 answers

How can I insulate a sash-weight window in a 1900 house? (I wish titles showed up on the main page so they didn't repeat the question....) Seems like you kind of have to leave a big hole there for the weight. But a lot of cold air is getting in there. I'd rather keep the weights if I could.
posted on Feb 16, 2008 - 11 answers

Should I buy a house knowing I will probably have to replace the roof in 4 years? [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 30 answers

Can I sell my place if I'm on a repayment plan for its mortgage? [more inside]
posted on Feb 14, 2008 - 2 answers

How do I determine if there might a mold problem in the attic of a house we're interested in purchasing? [more inside]
posted on Feb 12, 2008 - 6 answers

What do I need to know about getting my house into the Long Term Rental market? [more inside]
posted on Feb 6, 2008 - 7 answers

What kind of risks should I watch out for bidding in a housing auction? [more inside]
posted on Feb 5, 2008 - 5 answers

Why is my condo still cold?! I've sealed up all the windows... [more inside]
posted on Feb 4, 2008 - 17 answers

What's the downside of taking a house off the market temporarily (say, a couple of months)? My inlaws are trying to sell a house, it's taking a while, and the real estate agent suggested this so it wouldn't seem stale. Any reason not to do it?
posted on Feb 4, 2008 - 14 answers

Legally, what rights do I have in regards to shoddy renovation work done on my condo before I bought it? [more inside]
posted on Jan 31, 2008 - 16 answers

Family of four, moving to Bay Area, making $115K. Is this crazy? [more inside]
posted on Jan 27, 2008 - 15 answers

Looking for floor type radiator heat covers. Where can I find them? [more inside]
posted on Jan 22, 2008 - 3 answers

Does soundproofing material in a window also keep out the cold? [more inside]
posted on Jan 20, 2008 - 8 answers

Should we try to sell our house in a down market? [more inside]
posted on Jan 17, 2008 - 36 answers

How can my Bali-based US DJ friend improve and extend his wardrobe? [more inside]
posted on Jan 16, 2008 - 4 answers

Asbestos water heater? [more inside]
posted on Jan 8, 2008 - 23 answers

How can I prevent a bird from damaging my house? This exact bird (or family of birds) arrives every winter and uses the area under the roof above my window to next. I'm amazed by the stunning accuracy of the on-board navigation system on this crow-like bird, but it keeps ripping grates off my house and tossing insulation out.
posted on Jan 7, 2008 - 6 answers

What is the 19th Century illness that disfigures Esther Summerson of Dicken's Bleak House? [more inside]
posted on Jan 6, 2008 - 9 answers

SEATTLE: I'm looking for internet resources to find rental apartments, condos, houses [more inside]
posted on Jan 6, 2008 - 10 answers

How are house numbers allotted in Walton County, FL? The fellow at the courthouse said it is determined by distance and has something to do with emergency services. The house right next door to me is 53, but my number is 61. Why isn't it 55? Googling has failed me.
posted on Jan 2, 2008 - 11 answers