Blog by MJ Ankenman

Chinese Connection

August 29th, 2006
A question I am constantly asked is are Real Estate prices going to continue to rise and why? This article yesterday in the Toronto Star by David Crane emphasises why the prospects for a prosperous economy in British Columbia and as a consequence a healthy real estate market in Vancouver are possible, despite the fact that values may not rise as high elsewhere. David Crane writes that the shi ...

Guilty Pleasures

August 28th, 2006
I can't believe it. My years of feeeling guilty and thinking that I at some point I would have to quit the habit have come to an end. My day was made today when I picked up the paper and read that now according to the American Medical Association, research is showing that moderate coffee consumption is good for you! According to Health Canada moderate is 4 cups a day. Well, I've only had two, ...

Ads on Lions Gate Bridge

August 22nd, 2006
The Squamish Nation is planning on erecting 13 large outdoor advertising signs on their land including ones to be viewed from the entrance to The Lions Gate Bridge. There are two upcoming information open houses about these signs. Wednesday August 23 4:00pm - 8:00 pm at the Canadian Memorial Centre for Peace, 1825 West 16th Ave, Vancouver and Thursday August 24 4:00pm - 8:00pm at the Squamish ...

723 1330 BURRARD ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

August 21st, 2006

I just finished uploading this Condo, 723 1330 BURRARD ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

Condo for sale. Investor Alert! This furnished exceptional studio home offers an open, bright an d functional layout, the sizeable windows, mirrored closet doors and balcony, co mbined with the south/east exposure overlooking the inner courtyard,

2603 1155 SEYMOUR ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

August 21st, 2006

I just finished uploading this Condo, 2603 1155 SEYMOUR ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

Condo for sale. Brava Sub Penthouse, enjoy Yaletown at it's best with breathtaking 270 degree vi ews from the North Shore to English Bay. The 12' ceilings open up onto a huge 50 ' deck with plenty of room for entertaining, including gas hookup,

2701 939 EXPO BV, Vancouver West British Columbia

August 21st, 2006

I just finished uploading this Condo, 2701 939 EXPO BV, Vancouver West British Columbia

Condo for sale. YALETOWN LIFESTYLE, fabulous 2 bdrm and storage plus a huge balcony with spectac ular SW False Creek view. 1st class amenities include: Indoor pool, hot tub, sau na/steam, 24hr concierge, movie theatre, gym, yoga studio & party room and more.

3207 1239 W GEORGIA ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

August 21st, 2006

I just finished uploading this Condo, 3207 1239 W GEORGIA ST, Vancouver West British Columbia

Condo for sale. Stunning Panoramic views from English Bay to Canada Place. One of a kind custom designed, 1 bedroom and office 878 sq ft. Oak hardwood, Subzero fridge, chef's d ream kitchen. Fully loaded Executive Suite. For those with exquisite taste. Bril

Southeast False Creek

August 19th, 2006
The City of Vancouver is holding an open house on the planning of The Southeast False Creek Development, the site of the Olympic Village and after a 2,300 residential community. The open house is at the Vancouver Library's Central Library at 350 W.Georgia St. from 4pm to 7 pm. While the development area encompasses the area north of First Ave, what is also of interest is the area south of Fir ...