Sharing the load

Brothers ease cost of owning property

David and Steven Cummings are a bit of an anomaly in their neighbourhood. The two brothers share a three-bedroom house on a manicured, tree-lined street in Pointe Claire, just west of Montreal. It's the kind of area people choose when they . . .

Posted: 2008-09-03

Realtor on wheels

Agent peddles homes to bike-happy clients

PORTLAND, Ore. -- With gas prices high, bicycles flying out of stores and a buyers' market for houses, a handful of real estate agents around the country are touting the two-wheeled appeal of their listings. Some even show houses exclusively by . . .

Posted: 2008-09-03

Condensation in chimney puts fireplace out

Main concern is safety of gas-burning appliance

QUESTION -- My gas fireplace stops working when the outside temp gets down to about minus 20 C. I believe this is caused by condensation in the chimney because when it warms up we get water in the bottom of the . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

In the bedroom, pamper yourself

Design should create space for mood you seek

Decorating a bedroom is a personal pursuit. This is a private room where you spend important hours resting and relaxing, and the mood you create should always enhance your feeling of wellbeing. Ask yourself, is this a room you want . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

Back to school means return to organization

Some tips to keep home tidy

Yes, it's that time of year again when kids will soon go back to school and your home becomes a drop zone for books and backpacks. Maybe this should be the year that you plan ahead to keep your home . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

When you can't quite figure out why the room just doesn't work...

Watchwords of design: scale, balance, harmony

You've heard it before: It's all in the details. You change the size and shape of the rug in the living room and all of a sudden everything else looks out of proportion. You put a tall vase on the coffee . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

Style may be eclectic, but there are still rules

Dear Leanne: I have just acquired two Parisian accent chairs from an antique store and would like to incorporate it into my living room. I want to pair them with a cream, contemporary-style sofa. The chairs need to be refinished . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

Books for chasing a cottage dream

As summer winds down, it's not surprising many of us city dwellers will be dreaming of a private getaway -- whether that be a cottage in the woods or a seaside cabin. Offering a glimpse into that idyllic life are . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

Sold!

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

The Maples Address: 64 Foxwarren Drive Asking price: $339, 900 Sold Price: $360, 000 Square Footage: 1, 753 Taxes: $4, 436 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 3.5 Lot Size: 56 x 132 Listing Agent: Judy Mueller, Royal LePage Prime, 989-7900 Southdale Address: 8 Garwick Cove Asking Price: $199, 900 Sold Price: $236, 900 Taxes: $3, . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31

A warmly welcoming place

Staff put hospitality first in The Landing's bright, convenient surroundings

As sobering as the thought might be, it's a reality that some of today's contemporary retirement residences look great in and out, but lack a distinct personality. That lack of personality can be attributed to a variety of factors, such as . . .

Posted: 2008-08-31