Small sacrifices today, smaller mortgage tomorrow

Extra payments add up over time

Forget the steamy latte or dinner out and put money toward your mortgage. Financial manager Jim Rawson is starting to follow his own mortgage advice, forgoing small pleasures to pay down the debt on his 1888 Victorian row house in Toronto's . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

When to match

Sometimes pairing in decor works, sometimes not

Last week I wrote about how matching items can make your home static and uninteresting. Matching furniture sets, matching lamps, and so on, will look "nice" but may lack any real appeal. Matching items are a safe way to go . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Give your home eco-friendly curb appeal

Show buyers how beautiful your property can be

Selling your home? There are some amazingly cheap and easy ways to increase the value of your property. Michelle Bastien knows it from her vantage point as a seasonal associate at a Windsor, Ont., Home Depot. But she's also a new homeowner, . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Sold

A look at recently sold homes in and around Winnipeg

River Heights Address:508 Lindsay St. Asking Price:$219, 900 Sold Price: $262, 500 Taxes: $2, 595.00 Square Footage: 1, 140 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 1 Lot Size: 44 x 120 Listing Agent: Wendy Wilder, Century 21 Bachman & Associates, 453-7653 Lindenwoods Address: 233 Foxmeadow Asking Price: $359, 900 Sold Price: $390, 000 Taxes: $3, 747.00 Square Footage: . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Space, style, separation

Family-sized home gives open-concept feel without sacrificing members' privacy

So, you're looking to upgrade to a new home geared toward accommodating a large family. With that in mind, think for a moment of the features that would be of utmost important to you. In all likelihood, you'll come to realize . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Why U.S. housing crisis won't happen here

There has been great concern expressed lately that the housing crisis happening in the United States will spread to Canada. Consumer confidence on the part of the American buyer has dropped to its lowest level since 1980. Americans are cutting back . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Waterfront wow!

Exquisite penthouse condo offers unparalleled views and luxury

The Waterfront, an upscale condominium complex located at 1960 St. Mary's Rd., is on the outside a striking and beautiful design, with stunning landscaping, a shimmering pond and cascading waterfall. But even that can't prepare you for what's inside the exclusive . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Making memories

Bungalow marked by enduring beauty, functionality

When Ted and Gail Hechter talk about how they built their home 41 years ago, its akin to going back to the future. You see, the expansive, 2, 776 sq. ft. bungalow -- which has near the same amount of living . . .

Posted: 2008-06-15

Wildlife can multiply backyard pleasure

Attracting wildlife is a rewarding experience. Before taking the steps to bring new friends to your yard, keep in mind that wildlife is truly wild and unpredictable. Ask yourself: Do you really want more wildlife around than you already have, . . .

Posted: 2008-06-08

Home entry at your (registered) fingertips

No keys, codes with biometric lock

The new Weiser SmartScan system is the first consumer-grade lockset I've seen that completely eliminates the need for keys and codes. All you need to open a SmartScan is the swipe of a registered fingertip. The use of personal physical features . . .

Posted: 2008-06-08