This was the situation for Reddit user Kid_Endmore. According to his account, a new neighbor demanded he remove his fence. He agreed after being threatened with legal action.  However, the neighbor returned a week later, requesting to have the fence back. Read on for the full story.

Having a bad neighbor is never pleasant

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The original poster had his life disrupted when a new neighbor wanted him to remove his fence

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The homeowner had the last laugh

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Many Americans have a problem with at least one of their neighbors, a survey says

Share icon Image credits: Simon Maage / pexels (not the actual photo) It is apparently common in the United States to clash with the people who live next door. According to a 2022 survey by LendingTree, 73% of Americans reported disliking at least one of their neighbors, and 23% of people called the police.  If you’re faced with this problem, it pays to know what you’re dealing with. HGTV classified the types of neighbors we usually encounter into five categories. “The Home Devaluers” are the friendly faces who fail to maintain their homes. “The Richer-Than-You-Are Neighbor” is the opposite. They constantly remodel and make sure their lawn is in perfect condition.  “The Dangerous Neighbor” raises alarm bells because of their overall vibe and the yelling that goes on in their house in the wee hours of the morning. “The Clueless Neighbor” is the type who is unaware that they are stepping over boundaries because of their actions.  Finally, we have “The Difficult Neighbor.” They are described as “anyone who makes your life more complicated than it needs to be.” And based on the original poster’s account, the woman he dealt with falls under this category. 

A little friendliness is the best way to handle a difficult neighbor

Share icon Image credits: RDNE Stock project / pexels (not the actual photo) Ignoring a problematic neighbor could be the best option. But as landscape designer Susan Nelson told HGTV, maintaining rapport can be very helpful. “I really feel that the small amount of physical contact goes a long way with neighbors. I notice who keeps to themselves and it comes off as being unfriendly.  “These days, there aren’t many chances of making impressions with your neighbors, so a simple wave or hello can represent you well.” For author Saralee Rosenberg, making yourself known by showing respect is the way to go.   “If you explain your problem in a reasonable, nice way, suddenly you’re no longer anonymous.” The original poster went the opposite route when he dealt with his neighbor issue, and it seems like it worked out well for him. 

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