Chimneys in Homes and Why They’re Still Here (Even Without a Wood-Burning Fireplace) If you’ve ever toured an older home in Manitoba — or even a brand-new build — and noticed a chimney, you might have wondered: “Why is that there if the home doesn’t have a fireplace?” It’s a great question — and on

What Buyers Should Look for in a Flipped House Buying a recently flipped home can be exciting — everything looks fresh, clean, and move-in ready. But not all flips are created equal. Some are done with care and quality; others are rushed for quick profit. Before falling in love with that “brand ne

How to Know if a Home Has Long Lasting Structural Integrity When you're buying a home, one of the most important things to pay attention to is structural integrity. Put simply, a home needs to be safe, stable, and built to last. If there’s a problem with the foundation, framing, roof, mechanical s