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The Polite HouseThe Polite House: What Can I Do About My Neighbors’ Trash Cans?
If you’re tired of staring at unsightly garbage way before pickup day, it’s time to have some tough conversations
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: For the Pros — How to Manage Chatty Clients
Work lagging because there’s too much distraction from your client? Here are ways to courteously handle the situation
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Set Up an Extra-Special Guest Room
Items beyond the necessities will make holiday guests feel pampered. What extra touches would you include?
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Handle Entertaining Around Marble Countertops
Worried about citrus drinks damaging your precious marble counters during a gathering? Here are 2 ways to party on
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: Considerations for Hosting a Housewarming Party
At a move-in celebration, are invitations to new neighbors required and gifts expected?
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Take Charge When Hosting Houseguests
Part 2: When overnight guests arrive, follow this advice to set guidelines on eating out, seeing attractions and more
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Set Limits With Overnight Houseguests
Part 1: Establish boundaries with visitors who want to stay too long and who expect too much
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Handle Fences and Neighbors
When you’re negotiating, it helps to know the rules, figure out your boundaries and then keep the lines of communication open
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Handle a Grievance With a Neighbor and an HOA
A condo resident complains about noise from a toddler out with her mom on a 7 a.m. dog walk. Does the mother have any recourse?
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: When the Neighbor’s Dog Meets Your Landscape
How do you navigate those difficult conversations when you don’t want people’s dogs doing their business on your plants and lawn?
Full StoryThe Polite HouseThe Polite House: How to Have a Successful Potluck
Avoid confusion over food allergies, leftovers, casserole dishes and who gets to drink that nice bottle of wine with these helpful tips
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