Any germs or pollutants that drop off shoes in a home aren’t usually a health hazard, unless people have existing health problems, says one expert. Annette Riedl/dpa Do you ask guests to take their ...

If you want to sell your home, the “rules” are up to you. But some rules—like a no-shoes-in-the-house policy—could help your place stand out, especially in a highly competitive market where details ...