Fall Parade has ended, but you can still see more

Although the 2016 Fall Parade of Homes has formally ended, you still have plenty of opportunity to revisit those fantastic show homes you saw during the three weeks of the parade. Tens of thousands of people visited 134 new homes . . .

Posted: 2016-10-08

When even basic is beautiful

Townhome project easy on the eyes, even without upgrades

When prospective homebuyers hear the term "basic finishes" an involuntary shudder often courses through their body.That’s because the term conjures up images of a new home — whether it be a single-family detached home, condominium, or something in-between — being . . .

Posted: 2016-10-08

Superb location and quality with Jubilee condos

Osborne/Fort Rouge area development has units perfect for young professionals, families and empty nesters

It’s a condominium development that figures to be many things: fun, urban, trendy — and above all, green and very well-designed.The project — simply known as Jubilee — is now underway at the junction of Lilac Street and Rathgar Avenue . . .

Posted: 2016-10-08

Sold

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

5-2441 Portage Avenue SOLD: Fraser’s Grove ADDRESS: 151 Slater Ave.ASKING PRICE: $249, 900SOLD PRICE: $255, 000TAXES: $3, 347.77SQUARE FOOTAGE: 1, 050BEDROOMS: 3BATHROOMS: 1LOT SIZE: 52 x 112LISTING AGENT: Glenn Chestley, Royal LePage, 204-291-8211SELLING AGENT: Cory Kehler, RE/MAX Professionals, 204-477-0500  SUPPLIED10 Southampton Place . . .

Posted: 2016-10-08

Classic beauty with contemporary surprises

Updated and functional century home is perfect for a growing family

One of the things that unnerves buyers about purchasing an older home is the possibility that it might require multiple upgrades. There are no such worries associated with a Wolseley classic found at 896 Palmerston Ave., Royal LePage Dynamic Real . . .

Posted: 2016-10-08

How to balance the goals of your Reserve Fund Study

The countdown is on for Manitoba’s condominium corporations to complete their Reserve Fund Studies, so there’s no time like the present to consider different options for long-term planning.In essence, a Reserve Fund Study is a plan that guides the way . . .

Posted: 2016-10-04

Fall Color - A Call to Garden

October, the month where there’s a change. Kids are just back to school, lawns are again a lush green, as temperatures have begun to cool giving a fresh crispness to the air. There is a new energy, there is a . . .

Posted: 2016-10-04

Pop switch controls multiple devices with one button

What if, with the press of a button, you could turn off the TV, lock the front door and turn on the lights?Logitech’s new Pop switches make controlling multiple smart home devices that easy.The home switch starter pack gets you . . .

Posted: 2016-10-01

It's not too late to save that white plastic furniture

QUESTION: A short time ago you gave a solution to rid outdoor white plastic furniture of the black weathered marks. I have a favourite chair that looks very weathered but have forgotten your solution. Can you share it with me? . . .

Posted: 2016-10-01

Final weekend for Fall Parade of Homes

The formal portion of the 2016 Fall Parade of Homes ends Sunday at 6 p.m. but, not to worry, almost all of the show homes that have been part of the parade will remain open for viewing well after it . . .

Posted: 2016-10-01