When you buy something, you expect to have complete ownership over that object. If you buy a book at a bookstore, you can read it, tear the pages out and make paper airplanes with it, or use it to ...

Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things related to home improvement and good design. She previously worked in the decor and lifestyle spaces for digital publishers ...

If you are in the process of renovating, extending, converting a loft or remodelling a semi-detached or terraced house, and haven't given much thought to the neighbouring properties, you may well find ...