Fun, family and philanthropy

Philanthropist and entrepreneur W. Brett Wilson became known to television viewers in 2008 when he joined CBC’s Gemini Award-winning reality program Dragon’s Den (Wednesday nights).

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5 expensive (and unexpected) things that can happen to your home

For most people, a home is one of the most valuable assets they’ll ever own. Unfortunately, there are some major perils that can befall a house and put a serious dent in the value of that asset.Read on to learn about some of the most expensive damage that can occur in your home, how much it costs and how to avoid it.

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Hot Stuff: Dorm decor

Inject a splash of personality into a drab dorm with pieces that put the “fun” back in functional.

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Top 5 signs of a bad real estate agent

If your home is listed for sale and it just won’t sell, it may not be your real estate agent’s fault. However, there are many ways to gauge if your agent is doing a good job. Here we look at some of the top signs of a bad real estate agent.

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Unreal Estate: Buffalo Ridge

Buffalo Ridge, Tennessee Price: US $10 million

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Pride of place

The green/blue colours of the peacock are going to be at home this winter, and they are going to look amazing with your neutrals.

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A condo buyer’s checklist

With convenient locations, affordable prices and minimal upkeep, condos have real appeal for many buyers.But condo living is not for everyone. Save yourself a lot of time, money and upset by making sure you know the facts and understand the lifestyle before you sign that offer.

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7 spring fixes to boost your home’s value

At this time of year, many people dive into their spring cleaning. But this is also the perfect time to tackle home improvement tasks you put off during the cold winter weather. There are lots of relatively simple and affordable things you can do to give your home a spring facelift. Your house will look better and your family will feel happier in it. As a bonus, you will also boost your home’s value at the same time.

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King of the kitchen

Born in Saint Andrew’s Parish, Jamaica, the young Rob Rainford was was a fan of cooking shows on television. “I was mesmerized by Graham Kerr (The Galloping Gourmet) and Julia Child,” he says. “I made it my goal to one day host a Food Network show.” And he did.

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12 steps to closing a real estate deal

What is this mysterious “closing” you always hear real estate agents referring to when you’re shopping for a house? Closing occurs when you sign the papers that make the house yours. But before that magical (and often stressful) day arrives, a long list of things have to happen. This article will explain what you can expect during the closing process from the moment your offer is accepted to the moment you get the keys to your new home.

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