Geraldine has over a decade of experience writing within the home improvement sector. Additionally, she has unique first-hand renovation experience as the previous owner of a house-flipping business.

What I like most about “Your Place” is the sense of community it engenders. When one reader needs help and I appeal for assistance, I’m usually overwhelmed with email that, taken together, often ...

Q I have an unused underground fuel oil tank on my property. I have been told that real estate agents will not list a property for sale if it has an underground tank. Our house was heated with fuel ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...