An elderly parent had his daughter’s family move into his large home when he is ill. Now the daughter is making a lot of changes and he feels uncomfortable in his own home. Ilyce explains how this homeowner should begin charging rent and look over his will, powers of attorney and other estate matters.

In this two-part series, Ilyce Glink tackles some questions every home buyer should ask.As real estate markets change, it’s important to keep asking questions that will help you figure out whether buying a piece of property is a good idea or not. Last week, I suggested you answer two questions before putting in an offer to purchase: how long do you plan to stay in the home and how desperate or anxious is the seller.

A ThinkGlink reader was using gift money for the down payment on a new home. The sellers turned down her mortgage commitment because they did not believe the down payment was available. Ilyce tries to help this reader close the deal.

A ThinkGlink reader was asked by her buyer’s broker to agree to pay a broker fee on top of the commission. Ilyce explains this latest trend in real estate.

A ThinkGlink reader is currently living in a home that her father-in-law owns. She is wondering how he can transfer the home to her so she can get a tax break. Ilyce and Sam explain quit claim deeds and gift taxes.

Ilyce provides readers with government information on flooding and flood insurance.

A ThinkGlink reader bought a second home and neglected to have the utilities rolled over into her name. During the few days the heat was not on, the pipes froze and created considerable damage. Ilyce explains why she probably has no recourse against the seller.

In this two-part series, Ilyce Glink tackles some questions every home buyer should ask.

A ThinkGlink reader bought a house that has several problems. The home inspector did not include any of the issues in his report. Ilyce explains if this homeowner has a claim against the inspector.

By Seth Harbison

Burger King is running a promotion through August 31 which will reward customers who pay with a Visa credit card or check card by giving a free meal (via a statement credit of a maximum of $7.00) after every 10 Burger King purchases with a Visa. Given the relatively short time frame of the promotion, Burger King regulars will have to get their cards out quick if they’d like a freebie.

To take advantage of the promotion, they’ll also need to register their cards first, at  www.visa.com/bkdeal.

Credit card companies have been making a consistent push in the last year or so to get consumers to make small purchases with a credit card. This deal between Visa and Burger King can be seen as a tactic to get BK regulars into the habit of pulling out their cards instead of their cash.