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Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

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‘Promised a pool 2 years ago’: Woman puts Lennar on blast for making promises it doesn’t keep

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

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‘I would contact your local Legal Aid Society’: Woman cannot believe the rising costs of her water bill. What can she actually do about this landlord loophole?

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

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‘Don’t’: Target shopper warns against the Room Essentials bath towels

Vladimir Supica is a Serbia-based freelance writer. He enjoys traveling through Europe, reading non-fiction books, and playing with his dog Max.

Vladimir Supica

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‘He’s sending your husband a message’: Woman slams neighbor for mowing her lawn without permission. Not everyone is onboard

Rebekah is a freelance reporter for the Daily Dot.

Rebekah Harding

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‘One of the worst types of homes you can buy’: Man issues warning about buying homes from owners who want to ‘downsize’

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

Hand by panel board with text that says "AC Maintenance - if you don't wanna replace your AC unit"(l), Man talking(c), Air conditioning unit(r)

‘I use jet all the time and I’ve never damaged a single coil’: Expert says you should spray down your air conditioner annually. Here’s how to do it right

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

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‘One of the biggest refrigerator scams’: Home expert shares warning for homeowners with water, ice dispenser refrigerators

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‘Do not let this sound keep going’: Expert issues warning to homeowners about toilets, water bills. Here’s how to make sure it doesn’t happen to you

Woman says her entire Houston subdivision installed the wrong HVAC system. Adam’s Home built it

‘Our home will not cool below 78 at 8p.m.’: Woman says her entire Houston subdivision installed the wrong HVAC system. Adam’s Homes built it

Woman finds out the real reason your socks keep disappearing in the dryer

‘I go check and the socks are indeed there’: Woman finds out the real reason your socks keep disappearing in the dryer

Tiffanie Drayton is a geek culture and lifestyle reporter whose work covers everything from gender and race to anime and Xbox. Her work has appeared in Complex, Salon, Marie Claire, and elsewhere.

Tiffanie Drayton

Homeowner shows what happens when you throw lithium batteries in the trash

‘Wait, whaaat’: Homeowner shows what happens when you throw lithium batteries in the trash

Nina Hernandez is a writer, journalist, music critic, and culture commentator based in Austin, Texas.

Nina Hernandez

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‘The issues have not been with the house’: Woman warns you should never buy a home in a wooded area. Here’s why

Charlotte is a regular Daily Dot contributor with bylines in Insider, VICE, Glamour, The Independent, and more. She holds a Masters&#8217;s degree in Magazine Journalism from City, University of London.

Charlotte Colombo

New homeowner issues warning after ‘nightmare’ experience with Oakwood Homes

‘We’re paying $3,400 a month for this house and it’s falling apart’: New homeowner issues warning after ‘nightmare’ experience with Oakwood Homes

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

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‘Solar sellers feel like the MLM people’: Woman shares how solar companies try to trick new homeowners into buying panels

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