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fromBoston Condos For Sale Ford Realty
3 days ago

A Real Estate Broker Bonds With A Stubborn Old Woman, He Learns What Matters In Life. Boston Condos For Sale Ford Realty

I was nervous, that first day on the job, walking up to Edith Macefield's house. I'd heard so much already. Developers had purchased most of a city block in Seattle, Washington, to build a office and shopping area. They'd gotten every inch of the property they wanted except for this one little ramshackle house. They'd even offered her $1 million for it, and she had declined. So they had had to build around it.
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Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Asking Eric: If I report my neighbor, he'll know it was me

Report hazardous hoarding to authorities to reduce fire risk and allow trained responders to intervene, then step back after making the report.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 weeks ago

Harriette Cole: My neighbor is leaving me unsettling notes

Respond calmly to passive-aggressive neighbor notes by communicating boundaries, offering a polite note about efforts to be mindful, and seeking harmonious coexistence without confrontation.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Miss Manners: I haven't told my neighbors why I sprint through the lobby

When urgent personal needs arise, politely excuse yourself briefly rather than offering a detailed or embarrassing explanation.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Dear Abby: My neighbor is going to know if I try to escape her over-the-top party

You are not obligated to attend the entire New Year's Eve party; communicate flexible plans and RSVP later, attending briefly if desired.
Real estate
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Homeowners cashing in with 'Airbnb for anything' rentals

Homeowners can earn income by hourly rentals of home amenities but must secure proper insurance, follow local rules, and manage neighbor expectations.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Asking Eric: Is it out of line to ask my neighbors to remove this eyesore?

Address neighbor property concerns gently through casual conversation, express observations without demanding changes, and offer suggestions while tempering resentment.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
2 months ago

Mark Zuckerberg Sparks Backlash With Unique Gift to Neighbors: What to Know

Mark Zuckerberg's extensive, years-long construction projects on his $110 million Palo Alto estate have provoked major neighbor complaints and conciliatory gifts like headphones and donuts.
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fromSlate Magazine
3 months ago

Help! Our New Neighbors Are From Another Country. They Have a Custom That Has Completely Thrown Me for a Loop.

Neighborhood food exchanges can create challenges when dietary restrictions conflict with cultural gestures of hospitality.
Relationships
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Miss Manners: Should I risk insulting my neighbor by being blunt about her dog?

Politely express the need for personal space away from neighbor's barking dog.
Communicating food poisoning to friends after enjoying their meal presents a dilemma.
Prioritize well-being when declining social engagements, especially if pets are involved.
Mindfulness
fromPortland Mercury
4 months ago

Dear "dumping my trash" neighbor note-writer

The author critiques a neighbor's passive-aggressive behavior over a seemingly benign incident, advocating for positivity and self-improvement instead.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
5 months ago

Neighbors Crossing the (Property) Line: What Can You Do About Encroachments After They Happen

Property encroachment can lead to costly disputes; verify boundaries and take steps to address it promptly.
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fromHomebuilding
6 months ago

Can my neighbour have CCTV pointing at my house? Your rights to privacy

CCTV use by neighbors must respect privacy boundaries to be legal.
Surveillance cameras are acceptable when monitoring only one's own property.
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