SOLUTIONS: Tang it... who knew?

Powder an excellent cleaner for dishwasher

QUESTION: I bought a new dishwasher on the weekend. The salesman said, "Don't buy the commercial monthly cleaning stuff, buy Tang instead." Is he right, or a nut? Gary, (Steinbach) ANSWER: Nope, he's not a nut. The citric acid in . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

SOLD / OFFERED 05-10

SOLD Osborne Village Address: 5 - 310 Stradbrook Asking Price: $139, 900 Sold Price: $139, 900 Taxes: $1, 037 Square Footage: 600 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Selling Agent: Jennifer Gulay, Royal Lepage Alliance, 885-5500   East Kildonan Address: 354 Sydney Ave Asking Price: $119, 900 Sold Price: $140, 000 Taxes: $1, 902 Square Footage: 840 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

Don't stick your neck out when buying a new home

Unless you're a turtle, you don't want your home to be a big weight on your back. But for many people, the thought of buying a home is just that, a weight. Where to look? What to look for? How much . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

Comfortable ... that's the plan

Well-thought-out design makes condo extremely livable

No matter whether you choose to call a house or condominium home, there's one feature you can't live without: a well-conceived floor plan that makes the interior navigable and, above all, livable. That's especially true where condominium living is concerned. Even . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

Nature helped develop new condo project

Rougeau Gardens, one of StreetSide Development Corporation's newest projects, is an environmentally-friendly development that has taken a sustainable approach to the building and blended it with a location that offers a natural, environmental appeal. Tucked away at the end of a . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

Empty nest, full of features

Condos have lots of room for Boomers' stuff -- and luxury, too

The condominium market has really taken off in the last decade or so. One of the largest segments buying condominiums these days is the baby boomer generation or empty nesters. Their children have moved out, they may own a vacation . . .

Posted: 2009-05-10

The Symbolic Meaning Of Flowers

The gift of flowers can stand for many things. Each flower and color has a different meaning so make sure you are sending the right message. In this video find out what to look for when choosing our flowers, . . .

Posted: 2009-05-06

THE PRAIRIE GARDENER: Ignore the flakes, grab your rakes

Here's what you can do while waiting for the spring miracle to arrive

April showers bring May flowers but this spring weather has been downright flaky. Yes, those were snowflakes coming down the other day as I looked out from my balcony, and frankly there were few signs of life other than the geese . . .

Posted: 2009-05-05

MIKE HOLMES: Is your family safe?

The first line of defence is common sense

Break-ins are a sad fact of life and protecting your family and your home should always be your top priorities. That's why home security questions often come up when people are planning their renovations. What kind of doors and windows are . . .

Posted: 2009-05-05

Tours will give you a taste of downtown living

Did you know that over 13, 000 people live in downtown Winnipeg? And more than 700 new residential units are completed or underway in the downtown area? You'll have a chance to find out all about living in the heart of . . .

Posted: 2009-05-05