June 2008

Are Vancouver Homeowners Protected Against Title Fraud?

by Maggie Chandler June 30, 2008

Yes! British Columbia homeowners are protected against Title Fraud.

In light of recent articles in The Vancouver Sun regarding the issue of title and mortgage fraud in B.C., the B.C.
Land Title and Survey Authority (LTSA) emphasizes that such cases are extremely rare because strong protections are in place in this province.

The …

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Vancouver’s International Jazz Festival

by Maggie Chandler June 27, 2008

This wonderful event is held June 20-29 at 40 venues around Vancouver. The TD Canada Trust Jazz Festival is an annual event.

Some music genres are everywhere you turn. Jazz isn’t one of them, so the organizers, TD Canada Trust, mad the decision to take this great music to the people, with pre festival conerts, special …

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Vancouver Folk Music Festival

by Maggie Chandler June 27, 2008

Vancouver’s Folk Music Festival is an annual event held July 18-20 at Jericho Park.

The event has 7 stages, great food, stunning views of Vancouver’s water and mountains. The festival’s “no star” policy means it rarely features famous folk singers but always has plenty of surprises and delights.

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Why You Can Save Money By Buying This Vancouver Downtown Studio

by Maggie Chandler June 26, 2008 Downtown

708-1189 Howe Street, Downtown Vancouver is a 488 sq.ft. studio in The Genesis, on the corner of Davie Street and is listed $24,000 below the last comparable sale in the building a couple of weeks ago. Listed at $285,000 (under $600 pr sq ft). It faces south and has a large balcony and an …

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Wordless Wednesdays

by Maggie Chandler June 25, 2008 Wordless Wednesdays

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Featuring The Qube, 1333 W. Georgia, Coal Harbour, Vancouver

by Maggie Chandler June 24, 2008 Coal Harbour

The Qube at 1333 West Georgia, Coal Harbour, Vancouver is a city landmark.

The Location – situated 3 blocks to the waterfront and walking distance to the Business District and 2 blocks to the Shangri-la Hotel/condo which has an Urban Fare supermarket. The Qube offers affordable living in Coal Harbour.

The Building – The Qube at …

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Beauty Secrets of Ancient Egypt Unearthed in Coal Harbour

by Maggie Chandler June 23, 2008 Coal Harbour

Inspired by the ancient Egyptian practices of anti-aging and natural wellness, Nefer Spa opened in Vancouver’s Coal Harbour in November 2007. Located at 571 Cardero St.

The rare and luxury spa offers exclusive indulgences such as Vinoterapia and hot and cold stone massages and chocolate therapy among a range of classical European-style treatments, all set against sumptuous …

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Corteo by Cirque du Soleil

by Maggie Chandler June 21, 2008

Cirque du Soleil is in Vancouver from June 12 to July 20, 2008. It’s an annual event which performs under the blue and yellow tents at 50 Pacific Avenue.

This internationally aclaimed Act is presenting Corteo. Tickets run from $60-$220.

Corteo, which means “cortege” in Italian, is a joyous procession, a festive parade imagined by a …

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Why Vancouver Downtown Condo Supply Will Diminish and Office Space will Increase

by Maggie Chandler June 20, 2008 Downtown

Vancouver City Hall is considering a ban on residential development in favour of commercial and higher density for office towers

This plan will radically reshape the Downtown business district core and keep condos at bay, so says a recent article by Frances Bula in the Vancouver Sun. The City is proposing a 20-40% higher density for …

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Bob Rennie’s 101 Reasons Why You Should Buy Today

by Maggie Chandler June 19, 2008

Bob Rennie’s recent speech at UDI was full of facts and figures. He remains positive on Vancouver’s future and its real estate market. Bob has long been Vancouver’s #1 Condo Project Marketer and his predictions have been right on. Here is an overview of his speech.

Consider the recent sales of Downtown Penthouses “celebrity product”. Shangri-la …

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