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Gardening resolutions for the new year

Ah, resolutions! Oftentimes we make them in January and then break them in the blink of an eye. Certain ones were meant to be kept, though, like those relating to, yes, you guessed it, gardening! So, let’s turn our attention outward to our gardens and consider a handful of resolutions which ...

Dealing with the IRS with home sale can be tricky

Dear Mr. Feichthaler: One of my resolutions for the new year is to renovate our rental house and sell for a nice profit. What kind of items can be added so we don’t pay as much income tax when we sell? — Jill S. Dear Jill: Generally, the IRS would like to tax you on the profit, or ...

Economic uncertainty holds the key for real estate in 2023

Uncertainty is likely to be the key driver in 2023. With the volatility of the year that was 2022 now behind us, the reality of the New Year is that no one really knows how things will play out in the economy, the stock market, the housing market, inflation, interest rates, oil prices, the war ...

Welcome 2023!

If you’re like most of us looking forward to the New Year … it means NEW beginnings. Let’s take a look at what we, in zone 10A, can plant in January. To make the New Year easier, here is a list of what to plant: 1) Vegetables: With the coolest month, January, take advantage of this ...

Beware of unsolicited offers to buy your home

Dear Mr. Feichthaler: I received a text from someone this week offering to purchase my home for $300,000. We experienced some damage on our home, which was built in 2013. Prior to the hurricane, similar houses were selling for the high $400s. I am tired of dealing with the insurance claims, ...