The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 Have your garden and eat it too Planting an edible garden is deliciously rewarding Whether you have a large plot or just a postage stamp, planting an edible garden is a deliciously rewarding culinary adventure that will have the whole family asking for seconds. Save yourself a trip to the produce aisle with these tasty ideas from the experts at The Home Depot's garden centre. Planting for taste: There is nothing like going out to the garden for dinner - whether it's for a few lettuce leaves, a cucumber or a handful of cherry tomatoes to toss into a salad. Growing local and savouring the fresh flavour of fully-ripened fruits and vegetables is rewarding and something the kids will definitely enjoy. So go ahead and explore your local nursery for edible options that will add variety to your garden and dinner table. Planting for looks: You can have your garden and eat it too by incorporating edible plants into your ornamental landscaping. Flowers lik ...

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The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 Pros and cons of condos For many homebuyers, condominiums offer several advantages over traditional homeownership tenure - affordability, low maintenance and lifestyle are often just a few. Before you buy a condominium, however, take the time to learn the ins and outs of condo living and be sure you know the rules. Every condominium is governed by its own unique rules, regulations and bylaws. These may be very strict or very relaxed depending onthe nature of the condominium corporation. Rules are necessary to ensure that condominiums are properly operated and maintained and to define the rights and obligations of the individual owners. Depending on the condominium, theremay be rules regarding the number AD{CS4178644} JUBILEE PARK'S BEST PRICED HOMES SALES CENTER OPENINGEARLYMAY 780.784.0565-silverleafliving. ca FOUNDATION I STRENGTH I HISTORY Mark salerno CMHC of occupants per unit, pets, noise, parking and when certain amenities may be used. Man ...

24 HOMES EXTRA The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 AD{CS4190772} 59 unitsstill lookingfor love. You're certain tofall for the elegant design, urban lifestyle and exclusive setting of Century Park. With one bedroom suites from $279,000, two bedroom suites from $379,000 and luxury rentals also available, sometimes you don't know your perfect match until you see it. Visit the Century Park sales gallery at: 2606 109 St. (Buzzer 112) Open Sat -Thurs 12 to 6pm Phone: (780) 465-5093 Web: centurypark.ca A new downtown APArtMent is witHin your reAcH now AccePting APPlicAtions for MAyrentAls - Students, seniors, everyone's welcome! - To apply,phone (780) 414 -8888 or visit mymayfair.ca An AttAinAble Housing Project ...

The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 SPRING PRICE REDUCTION! AD{CS4181154} MPSSCS4181154MPSE JASOn HillS Edmonton Sun The MAXX Urban condos in downtown Edmonton are the start of something special. With the new arena slates to be built downtown, and the city's commitment to revitalize the city centre core, MAXX MAXXimize the potential Urban condos will be a hotlycontested investment for prospective homebuyers. "That's one of the biggest benefits for the buyer now," said Brent Bommes, real estate agent with Realty Executives. "They buy the way the area is [now], and they'll bene- Condo fees start under $200.00 per month fit from what the area will become. "We've realized that we'll be one of the pioneers in the new area. People are already starting to refer to this area as the arena district." Located at the corner of of 105 Ave and 113 Street, the MAXX Urban Living condo PRICES FROM $249,900! units start at $249,900. Twobedroom units are 1,288 sq.ft. with a ...

26 HOMES EXTRA The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 Breakup property There are a few things to look out for when purchasing a home after a divorce Purchasing property after a marriage ends can come with a complex set of issues, whether you are doing so on your own or with a new partner. Ray Leclair, an experienced real estate lawyer and acting vice president of publicaffairs at LawPROsuggests that these homebuyers consider the following issues when buying property the next time around: Have you finalized your divorce or separation agreement? If you are still legally married, there could be obligations which have not yet been determined and could affect your mortgage eligibility and availability of funds for a house purchase. Are you buying a home to live in with anew partner? Will you and your partner be sharing the cost? The answer could affect your rights in the property. Monies invested into amatrimonial home may have to be equally divided when the marriage breaks up even if bot ...

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28 HOMES EXTRA The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 If just eating an apple a day keeps the doctor a way, imagine the good you could do if you lived in one. Well, Rohit Communities is giving homebuyers a fresh opportunity with the third and final building of the Infusion apartment condominium complex in Southwest Edmonton's Ambleside community. The two-bedroom-plusden homes of the collection are distinctly named after vibrant fruits -and paired with an unbeatable location, it is possible that living in Infusion could be good for your lifestyle. Visit the Gala, Infusion's dynamic new showsuite and discover the juiciest talk of the town! Prices start from the low $200,000s and are sure to capture those entering the market or lookingtodownsize. Owners are sure to be energized by the open layouts and efficient use of space without compromising the essentials. The Gala showsuite presents freedom as the living space allows for a variety of furniture arrangements. You'll find a dining roo ...

The Edmonton Sun n Saturday, May 5, 2012 Reno ready Build up a plan for a smart renovation Many of us love to renovate. A survey by the Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation found that 40% of households in 10 Canadian markets renovated their home. The same survey found that about threequarters of households used a contractor to do all, or at least some, of their renovations. Everyone has heard a construction/contractorhorror story, either through a friend, family member or on a home improvement television program. Whether it is work not performed to code or customer specifications, projects taking longer than expected, or costs going way over budget, home renovations can be a stressful endeavour. "Spending thousands of dollars on your home is a big decision, so selecting the right contractor is an importantstep," says Wayne Ross, an insurance expert at Aviva Canada. "And while stories of renovation headaches are frequent, there are thousands of reputable contractors ...

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