Selling home on your own? Use these tips
Q: How difficult is it to sell my own house, without having to pay commissions?
‘Little Women’: A delightful visit to another time
Louisa May Alcott’s “Little Women” has never been out of print since it was first published in 1868. It was translated into a least a dozen foreign languages during Alcott's life and can now be found in 50 different languages including Bengali, Chinese, Indonesian and Urdu.
Getting Out: Rosendin Park a local treat
After four years and nearly 200 “Getting Out” columns, I sometimes allow myself to believe I have a solid handle on the hiking options in Santa Clara County. As it turns out, there was a big hole in my knowledge, and it was right under my nose.
Raise your Social Security by $1,000 per month
A couple of years ago, Boston University economics professor
Time to take a serious look at Proposition 13
Spring has arrived, bringing with it the annual scattering of
Waiting in anticipation for niece’s arrival
What does it mean to be an aunt? That question has been floating around in my head since the day in October when I heard I was going to become one.
Financial gifts for longtime Valentines
Love is in the air this week, as Valentine’s Day rolls around again. During the course of your life, you’ve probably sent your share of flowers and candy. But if your valentine is also your spouse – and, in particular, your longtime spouse – you may want to go beyond roses and chocolates this year to give a gift that can help lead to financial security.
Oil addiction jeopardizes national security
On Armed Forces Day Saturday, please think about Joe Borovich.





