9 March 2011
Canadian tax implications of cross-border real estate shopping
It's hard to resist the temptation of an excellent bargain. With that being said, their are implications beyond the pricetag. A recent article in the Globe and Mail scratches the surface of what…
24 February 2011
Home Maintenance – What’s wrong with that tree?
Structural defects occur in trees for a number of reasons, and even though a tree may be structurally compromised, it could live on for years. One example is a tree with a hollowed-out trunk. Since…
Professional ServicesHealth & securityOutdoor LivingMaintenance home & garden
14 February 2011
Getting your home ready to list
In a buyer’s market, the onus is on sellers to do everything possible to woo potential buyers and get a leg-up on the competition. Here we provide 10 stylish tips for increasing your curb appeal and…
Professional ServicesHome addition & remodelingRoom by roomMaintenance home & garden
10 February 2011
Looking to build or renovate? Get it in writing!
Why a written contract makes sense... You want to work with a reputable contractor – one that treats you fairly and honestly, puts their promises in writing,and backs up their work.You should not…
Professional ServicesFinance & legalConstruction methodsHome addition & remodeling
17 January 2011
Will new mortgage rules trigger winter buying?
The new rules being introduced by the Canadian Real Estate Association could be just the incentive for young home-buyers to get off the fence, as indicated in today's Globe and Mail...
6 January 2011
Indoor Air Quality
With Canadians spending more than 90% of their time indoors, much of it at home, the "healthiness" of their home is a serious issue. Poor indoor air can have a detrimental impact on people's…
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17 December 2010
Holiday Parody – On the 6th day of building…6 Formers Forming!
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud!
Professional ServicesFinance & legalBuilding materialsHealth & security
6 December 2010
Holiday Parody – On the 5th day of building…
Our parody on the Twelve Days of Christmas continues. We dare you not to sing them out loud!
26 October 2010
Stay Right Where You Are – (Aging in Place)
By Tessa Holloway, North Shore News October 24, 2010 Peter Simpson had never thought too much about where the plugs in his house were located until he had a hernia operation. "Just a simple thing…
Professional ServicesHealth & securityDrummond House PlansHome addition & remodeling
17 September 2010
Celebrities Peter Fallico & Carson Arthur in Nanaimo for CHBA Home Show
Meet television celebrities Peter Fallico of HGTV's Home To Flip and and Carson Arthur of HGTV's Green Force at the CHBA Home and Renovation Show in Nanaimo on Saturday, September 25. Also in…
31 August 2010
Manitoba leads way in energy conservation
Article from the Brandon Sun, August 30, 2010 by Mike Moore THE Canadian Energy Efficiency Alliance recently released its 8th annual report card and Manitoba led the country for the fourth straight…
Professional ServicesEnvironmental issuesDrummond House PlansRecycling, composting & wasteBuilding materialsOutdoor LivingBuilding systems
27 August 2010
The Canadian Housing Industry Economic Update – September 2010
The CHBA has released its September 2010 – Canadian Housing Industry Economic Update. Some of the highlights... Financial market worries have caused a search for safe-haven investments, pushing up…
23 August 2010
From Factory to Site – Your Home
As a fellow Canadian Home Builder Association (CHBA) member, we would like to share what a valuable resource your local CHBA can be. Whether you are looking for a building professional or information…
Construction methodsProfessional ServicesBuilding materialsBuilding systems
21 July 2010
Built Green Canada Helps Renovators Build Green
Source: Financial Post - Business Wire, July 21, 2010 Built Green Canada – which earlier this year expanded across Canada – has increased the options for green building practices by introducing a…
Drummond House PlansEnvironmental issuesProfessional Services
6 July 2010
Regina listings surge brings balance to market
Listings surge brings balance to market; high set for average price in June Due to a surge in the number of new listings taken on the MLS® System, the first half of the year has ended with balanced…
3 June 2010
Home Inspections: Top Ten Problems
One of our fellow Twitter and Blog fanatics, Vancouver Realtor Calin Ambrus, has a lot of experience with homes on the market. Make sure yours will pass the Home Inspection scrutiny before you sell…
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