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Welcome to 8851 Scotchbrook Road Richmond BC V6Y 2M2

Michael Cowling Published on: 17/10/2026

Executive living in Richmond's Broadmoor! Impeccably updated 4,200 sq ft home on a sunny 66'x120' west-facing lot. Features 5 beds, 4 baths, high-end kitchen, luxury finishes, smart tech, soaring ceilings & grand rooms. Move-in ready perfection!

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Buyers and sellers step back in October

Buyers and sellers step back in October

Michael Cowling
Published on: 11/11/2026

Metro Vancouver home sales fell 10.2% in October 2026 to 2,024 units amid rate hikes and election uncertainty. Composite benchmark price dropped 5.2% to $1,068,600. Read full Greater Vancouver REALTORS® market insights and property stats.

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The 2026 Greater Vancouver Home Seller Blueprint: 6 Core Rules for Maximum Equity

The 2026 Greater Vancouver Home Seller Blueprint: 6 Core Rules for Maximum Equity

Michael Cowling
Published on: 23/09/2026

The 2026 Greater Vancouver Home Seller Blueprint: 6 core rules for maximum equity, from pricing strategy to pre-launch prep and negotiation.

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Why High-Profile Listing Campaigns Fail Homeowners: Billboard Presence vs. Boardroom Execution

Why High-Profile Listing Campaigns Fail Homeowners: Billboard Presence vs. Boardroom Execution

Michael Cowling
Published on: 27/08/2026

Big billboards don't guarantee a sold sign. Learn why high-profile listing teams often delegate your sale, and what to look for instead.

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Unlocking Equity: Strategic Relocation Strategies for Long-Term Homeowners in Richmond and Greater Vancouver

Unlocking Equity: Strategic Relocation Strategies for Long-Term Homeowners in Richmond and Greater Vancouver

Michael Cowling
Published on: 25/08/2026

Long-term homeowner in Richmond and Greater Vancouver? Learn how to unlock your home equity with smart valuation, timing, and staging strategy.

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B.C. Property Title, Fee Simple Ownership and Aboriginal Title Explained

B.C. Property Title, Fee Simple Ownership and Aboriginal Title Explained

Michael Cowling
Published on: 12/08/2026

A clear explanation of how B.C.’s land title system, fee simple ownership and Aboriginal title interact, and what property owners should understand.

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Overcoming Setback and Height Limits in West Richmond Multiplexes

Overcoming Setback and Height Limits in West Richmond Multiplexes

Michael Cowling
Published on: 10/08/2026

Learn how local RSM zoning adjustments interact with the provincial 11-metre height standard in West Richmond. Michael Cowling analyzes how site standards affect Bill 25 land value.

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