DALLAS MORNING NEWS SCOOPS D HOME

Uh, not. I am sure that some days, in the life of a daily newspaper editor, one has to scramble for stories. But this item, in today’s newspaper, gave me pause. Topic: hidden costs associated with buying a home. Shocking revelations: You will need a washer and dryer. You will need a lawn mower. You will even have to buy towels for your bathrooms. Is this a joke?