New-home, used-home markets benefit both

The Winnipeg Realtors Association recently released their latest sales figures and it was good news once again. Coming into 2011, the expectation was that the local market would be cooling considerably compared to previous years. The prevailing thinking was that this . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Sold & Offered: Dec. 10-11

SOLD Crescentwood Address: 315 Dromore Asking Price: $789, 000 Sold Price: $920, 000 Taxes: $8, 256.17 Square Footage: 4, 649 Bedrooms: 6 Bathrooms: 3.5 Lot Size: 70 x 145 Listing Agent: Michael Dubienski, RE/MAX professionals, 981-4101 East Fort Garry Address: 674 Riverwood Ave. Asking Price: $229, 674 Sold Price: $252, 000 Taxes: $2, 892.35 Square Footage: . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Beautiful bungalow

South Pointe home filled with jaw-dropping features

The moment you set eyes on 38 Cypress Ridge -- Gino's Homes' latest show home in South Pointe -- one thought dominates your consciousness. That thought? This is no ordinary bungalow. OK, you say, what's the giveaway? Well, how about a front . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Peaceful peninsula

River Creek Estates a quiet escape from civilization

Ask John Truthwaite what might be the most little-known fact about River Creek Estates, and his answer is immediate. "I don't think that people realize that our 15-acre complex is essentially a peninsula, " said the development's construction manager and development . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Castle on the Red

Gaboury-designed home a functional piece of art

Centuries ago, there was a sacred spot on the Red River -- located in present-day St. Vital -- where voyageurs stopped for a brief respite during their travels. Today, that spot -- a plot of land that's 27 metres wide by . . .

Posted: 2011-12-10

Tips to keep you warm this winter

IT'S the time of year when heating experts start offering their handy hints for homeowners.These heating tips come from the Carrier Corp., one of the world's largest manufacturers of heating, ventilation and air conditioning equipment.We've added our own comments and . . .

Posted: 2011-12-05

Plenty to consider when upgrading your furnace

Today, I would like to help you make an informed decision about upgrading your furnace.On Dec. 31, 2009, a new national minimum-energy performance standard for residential gas furnaces was introduced. This applies to virtually all gas furnaces sold in Canada . . .

Posted: 2011-12-05

Don't spring a leak when designing bath

Dear Leanne:We have seen images in bathroom renovation magazines where the tiles used in the walk-in shower were also used to create a bath. The idea is very intriguing, but we have never seen this done in real life. We . . .

Posted: 2011-12-05

Add verve to your life

A little paint goes a long way

Paint is by far the least expensive, and sometimes most effective, way to update your décor.Even a bit of leftover paint can be enough to give a room that added verve it needs. So, whether you're working with leftover paint . . .

Posted: 2011-12-05

Pet fur a magnet? There is help for tops

QUESTION: I love my polar fleece tops and jackets, but they are such magnets for hair and pet fur. The hair/fur stays on the garments even after laundering. Can you suggest some kind of laundry product or method to solve . . .

Posted: 2011-12-05