Unsuccessful deal may swallow improvement funds, invite mechanics liens
Leveling and measuring among useful tasks
Feds aim to step up enforcement of 'investment property' definition
Sale requires legal intervention
Paint job requires 5-step process
Must government pay for 'taking' private property?
Summary repair list should not replace full disclosure
New book urges deal-making with homeowner
Partner pays 1/2 of mortgage, seeks name on title
Choosing between joint tenancy and living trust
Tweaking 30-year loan may reap more benefits
Buyers put on reporter's hat to make best decision
Accents can give rooms a lift