bad neighbors

My kids keep kicking their ball over our elderly neighbor's wall. He's refusing to give it back and won't let us come get it. What can we do?

My kids keep kicking their ball over our elderly neighbor’s wall, and he refuses to give it back. Here is how to handle the dispute calmly, protect neighbor relations, and stop it from happening again.
April 10, 2026 Jack Hawkins

I installed wind chimes on my deck, but the HOA says they've had complaints about noise from my neighbors. Should I take them down?

HOA says your wind chimes are causing noise complaints? Learn whether you should take them down, check the rules, and handle the dispute without making deck drama worse.
April 3, 2026 Jack Hawkins

Mold and pests from our hoarder neighbor cost us thousands. The condo board knew about it for years, shouldn’t they have to pay for repairs?

If your property or living space has been damaged by a neighbor's hoarding behavior, it's key to find out whether the property managers or condo board were aware of the problem.
March 27, 2026 Alex Summers

My neighbor's downspout points directly at our basement. He's refused to move it. We've had heavy rain. I'm worried about flooding. What can I do?

Worried your neighbor’s downspout is sending rainwater toward your basement? Learn practical steps, legal options, and drainage solutions to prevent flooding and protect your home.
March 17, 2026 Jack Hawkins

My neighbor accused me of dumping snow onto his driveway. He doesn't have a car. Why can't I just put it there?

Can you dump snow on your neighbor’s driveway if he doesn’t have a car? This practical guide explains the legal risks, neighbor etiquette, liability concerns, and smarter ways to shovel without starting a winter feud.
February 5, 2026 Jack Hawkins

I bought a house in a "hot" neighborhood. Now crime is up—and values are down. What do I do?

Bought a home in a once-hot neighborhood and now facing rising crime and falling home values? Learn smart, practical strategies to protect your finances, decide whether to stay, rent, or sell, and regain control of your housing future.
January 15, 2026 Jack Hawkins