Friendship falters over dangerous liaisons
Church groups, youth groups, or nonprofits like Habitat for Humanity will also help a homeowner with renovations. Neighbors can also help.
It is time-consuming and hard work to take care of a house. But finances don't necessarily dictate how well a family takes care of their property.
Dear Amy: Thank you for the clarity of your response to "Adulting," who didn't seem able to inspire her husband to take care of his own hygiene.
I hope she is paying attention. I spent many years with a man with similar habits. I waited too long to leave.
-- Regretful
Dear Regretful: "Adulting" was eager to try to solve his problem for him.
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