99 homes on display in Fall Parade of Homes

THE 2010 Fall Parade of Homes officially opens at noon today, Saturday, Sept. 18 and runs through Saturday, Oct. 9. This year, the Manitoba Home Builders' Association is proud to present 99 new homes on display for everyone to enjoy. Show . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Sold & Offered - Sept. 18-10

SOLD Island Lakes Address: 173 Charbonneau Cres Asking Price: $259, 900 Sold Price: $255, 800 Taxes: $3, 031 Square Footage: 1, 040 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Lot Size: 41 x 100 Listing Agent: Shawn Sommers, Century21Carrie.com, 987-2100   Headingley Address: 8494 Roblin Blvd. Asking Price: $299, 900 Sold Price: $297, 500 Taxes: $3, 059.45 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1.5 Lot . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Solid and affordable

Transcona East Village offers strong condominium value

In this day and age of inflated home prices, first-time buyers and seniors often find it difficult to find a solid, affordable place to live. That can especially be the case in the northeast sector of the city, where housing and . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Spinning a web of Parade information

It's that time of year again -- when the Manitoba Home Builders' Association unleashes the Fall Parade of Homes on prospective home buyers. As usual, there will be a bevy of incredible home designs to peruse during the Parade's three-week run . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Buying a house? It helps to know the lingo

Buying your first home can be very exciting, but also a little intimidating and confusing. A real estate transaction is complex and there are many terms you'll hear that may seem like a whole new language. To help you understand the . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Oriental Pearl

Quebec architect designs home in strict traditions of Japan

Nestled on the shoreline of the Lake of Two Mountains in Quebec is a property that looks as though it could have been plucked right out of Japan and placed on Ile-Bizard. The house and grounds are the dream child . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

High expectations

Seventh-floor condo's extreme makeover has that wow factor

Most of us know at least one person who's undergone the tedious process of renovating their home, whether it be a house or condominium. With all the baggage that comes with it -- the dust, displacement and (often) incessant racket -- . . .

Posted: 2010-09-18

Grab bars deliver elegance, safety to bathrooms

Grab bars are an essential bathroom accessory for anyone with dementia. In fact, they're a smart idea even if you're in the peak of health: a slippery shower floor or bathtub can mean a fast trip to the emergency room. Problem . . .

Posted: 2010-09-11

A good time to start on a backyard garden

DEAR HELEN: We just bought a house with a large backyard. The area is covered in weedy lawn, and I want to plan a food garden with vegetables and berry bushes next year. How do I plan the garden and get . . .

Posted: 2010-09-11

Blooming talent

Why not become a master gardener?

Would you like to become a master gardener? Master gardeners are volunteers, playing a visible and valuable role in their communities by sharing their gardening knowledge with other gardening enthusiasts. The master gardener program provides the tools they need to participate in . . .

Posted: 2010-09-11