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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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Bank of Canada Raises Interest Rates | Vancouver Real Estate Impact

Bank of Canada Raises Interest Rates | Vancouver Real Estate Impact

Michael Cowling
Published on: 29/10/2026

The Bank of Canada raises interest rates by 0.25%. Michael Cowling explains what this means for mortgages, home prices, buyers and sellers in Richmond and Greater Vancouver.

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Richmond and Greater Vancouver Micro-Market Shifts: Detached vs. Attached Inventory Trends

Richmond and Greater Vancouver Micro-Market Shifts: Detached vs. Attached Inventory Trends

Michael Cowling
Published on: 21/09/2026

Detached homes and townhomes move differently across Greater Vancouver. See how Richmond, Ladner, Tsawwassen, and White Rock inventory compares.

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The 14-Day Pre-Launch Framework: How Pre-Market Preparation Drives Top Sale Prices in Greater Vancouver

The 14-Day Pre-Launch Framework: How Pre-Market Preparation Drives Top Sale Prices in Greater Vancouver

Michael Cowling
Published on: 10/09/2026

The 14 days before listing determine your sale price. Learn the pre-market framework for staging, photography, and broker outreach that works.

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B.C. Court Rules $30.5 Million in Burnaby Condo Pre-Sales Unenforceable

B.C. Court Rules $30.5 Million in Burnaby Condo Pre-Sales Unenforceable

Michael Cowling
Published on: 09/09/2026

A landmark B.C. court ruling declared $30.5M in Lumina Eclipse pre-sale contracts unenforceable. Learn what this REDMA decision means for Greater Vancouver pre-sale buyers, disclosures, and deposits.

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Home sales continue downward trend to close the summer

Home sales continue downward trend to close the summer

Michael Cowling
Published on: 09/09/2026

Metro Vancouver home sales fell 4.6% in August 2026, capped by a soft summer market. Read the official GVR stats on falling benchmark prices, expanding inventory, and key trends for buyers and sellers.

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The Overpricing Trap: Why "Leaving Room for Negotiation" Costs Greater Vancouver Sellers Money

The Overpricing Trap: Why "Leaving Room for Negotiation" Costs Greater Vancouver Sellers Money

Michael Cowling
Published on: 13/08/2026

Overpricing to "leave room for negotiation" can cost you thousands. Learn why accurate pricing wins in Greater Vancouver's competitive market.

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