What House Can You Really Afford?

What House Can You Really Afford?

What does “value” mean to you? To me, the word “value” means priceless—things money cannot buy. The problem with the American mentality is that we put such importance on material things and not on things that are valuable. I cringe when I read inspirational or...
Making A Color Statement: Hot New Interior Color Trends

Making A Color Statement: Hot New Interior Color Trends

No matter your budget or time constraints, says Hollywood interior designer and set consultant Stephan St. Orang, nothing can change the mood and beauty of your home more significantly than interior paint and lighting. “This is the year to look for color combinations...
Five Ways to Maximize a Small Kitchen

Five Ways to Maximize a Small Kitchen

A small kitchen can quickly become cluttered and feel cramped. According to Consumer Reports, a few small upgrades can make a big improvement. To maximize the space you have, rethink where you store things, especially if counter space is at a premium. Here are five...
5 Steps for Clean Window Screens

5 Steps for Clean Window Screens

Cleaning your window screens is a chore few homeowners look forward to. No matter how shiny you can get your window panes, if your screens are scuzzy, your windows will look less than well washed. Below are several tips for properly cleaning your pesky window screens....
Housing more affordable in Alberta

Housing more affordable in Alberta

If we just look at the national numbers, the headline “pandemic spurs strong growth in house prices” would be true. Unfortunately, we have to add “but not in Alberta.” Residential Property Price Index data from Statistics Canada show that the average price of...