All about selling

Several things can affect how much time it takes for a property to sell. Even though each owner has the power to influence the selling time in various ways, some aspects are outside their control.

Discover how homestaging, especially in the kitchen, can transform your space and attract potential buyers.

To establish a good selling price, real estate appraisers and owners prefer to analyze real estate comparables.

Discover our tips for selling your property in a context of real estate overbidding.

Wondering how to sell a house fast? Regardless of what the real estate market is doing, these tips can help you make a quick sale.

How long do you have to live in a principal residence before selling to avoid paying capital gains tax? A minimum of 12 months or 365 days.

Whether you're planning to sell a property owned by you and your partner to move to a new home, or are selling a home after separating, find out the different implications of selling as common-law spouses.

Selling land means attracting a different type of buyer: visionaries. It can be more complicated or take longer to find the right person. To help you sell, we have prepared a complete guide on selling a lot or land in Quebec.

Since January 1, 2023, flipped properties in Canada have been subject to a new measure aiming to stop speculation and encourage property prices to come down. Discover the implications of this tax, nicknamed “the anti-flipping rule.”

Here are a few tasks to take on in the spring to make sure your property is well maintained and ready for summer!

For DuProprio sellers, like all other Canadian consumers, the National Do Not Call List is a truly invaluable tool. However many people aren’t aware of it. Learn what it is and how it can have a positive impact on a day-to-day basis!

The Prohibition on the Purchase of Residential Property by Non-Canadians Act has been extended until January 1st, 2027. Let’s look at the implications of the Act for buyers and sellers in the country.

DuProprio is back with an all-new, revamped and improved mobile application. Download it now on your phone!

Do you really know how mortgage foreclosure or bankruptcy works? Let’s look at the question together.

Since 2020, all residential property types gained in value, but single-family homes were most affected, experiencing a price hike of 41% on average in the province. It’s a good time to rank the cities in Quebec that experienced the strongest growth since then.

Investing in an update is often a good idea when planning to sell. But how do you decide whether the right choice is remodelling your bathroom top to bottom or just giving it a facelift?

Estate sales can be quite a complicated process. Here's what you need to know about the legal procedures, the costs to expect, and more!

Although the real estate market has recently shown signs of slowing, it is still very favourable to sellers. Let’s have a look at the market statistics, focusing on the data from June 2022 compared to the same month in 2019.

The Bill 5 is a means of regaining control of the market.It includes two significant amendments to the Real Estate Brokerage Act. Discover them!

When spring comes to Quebec, the snow melts, multicoloured tulips bloom and the terrasses reopen. There’s nothing quite like the joy in the air on those first warm days! So it’s not surprising that plans to buy a property, which had stayed on ice all winter, also reappear in the spring.

You’re putting your home up for sale in 2025. After the overheated market of the last few years, a new reality means that homeowners must revise some selling strategies.

Are you thinking of putting your cottage on the market, but have heard that selling a second home in Quebec is complicated? It’s really not. Armed with the right information and a game plan, you can stop putting it off. Here's what you need to know before you start.

You want to sell your home quickly and for the best price possible. Using these tricks inspired from home staging, it’s easy to make your house more attractive.

Why sell without commission? Find out what the advantages are ... especially if you're surrounded by a team like DuProprio.

New homeowners often focus on redecorating as their first step toward settling in. But it’s important to start paying attention to energy efficiency as soon as you move in, so you can start enjoying the benefits immediately.

The phenomena of overbidding and multiple bids in today's market have opened up the debate on the transparency of bids.

Suzanne Francoeur was a little anxious when she put her house up for sale with DuProprio’s services in September 2020. She wanted to sell her place to move in with her partner. With the encouragement of friends, the young retiree was determined to manage it herself, though the idea made her nervous.

André Delisle of Québec City sold his Sainte-Foy home early this summer, celebrating his fifth sale with the help of DuProprio’s services. The sale was marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, but also his participation in our advertising campaign in the months that followed.

It’s child’s play to hold a successful open house, so long as you properly prepare for it. We might overlook some details because we live there every day, but potential buyers won’t miss them!

An open house is an absolute must when you’re putting your home on the market, because it lets you meet multiple potential buyers within a short time.

Holding an effective open house is part of a good selling strategy. It can be a great tool for finding a buyer for your home.

Planning on going to or organizing an open house soon? Read our team’s tips and make the most of this big event.

For most Quebecers, their home is their most important financial asset. In addition to the emotional value attached to a home, most people also invest a great deal of time and money into it.

A 3D virtual tour is an ideal way to view a property, especially when you can’t go in person. This tool lets you continue your plans to buy or sell, while respecting the social distancing measures to limit the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).

You’ve put your property on the market and are waiting for potential buyers to contact you. Before scheduling a visit, we recommend asking a few questions. It’s an easy way to find out if the buyers are serious or just curious. This will keep you, and them, from wasting time and energy.

Find out what your options are if the conditions of an offer to purchase are not forthcoming. In some cases, the seller can continue to look for a new buyer.

The legal warranty in real estate offers the buyer protection in the event of hidden defects. Find out more in our article!

The real estate sector has grown exponentially in last few months. With the number of sold properties consistently exceeding the number of new listings, inventory is at its lowest level for both houses and condos.

The offer to purchase: explore our options and take the first step towards home ownership. Before you submit an offer, find out what's involved!

Learn the key differences between a buyer's and seller's market and adapt your approach to each situation.

Buying or selling a home is a wonderful venture, but it requires a little help along the way. There are several industry professionals who will help make sure your real estate project is a success.

With the new year, Brigitte Lafleur will be starting a new real estate project, hot on the heels of selling her luxurious home in Mont-Saint-Hilaire. This was the sixth property she sold with the help of DuProprio.

You need a few documents when selling a property, be it to provide information to a potential buyer or finalize the transaction at the notary’s office. Here are the documents you should have on hand:

It doesn’t take a magic wand to make your property irresistible to buyers, just a little time. A tidy house that’s in good condition and has a neutral decor will inspire confidence. In just a few days, you can give yourself the best possible odds of enticing potential buyers.

Providing a precise and impartial estimate is the essence of what an appraiser does. So they’re the expert to turn to when it’s time to determine your home’s market value. Learn more about the role of appraisers in real estate and about the reasons to hire one!

It's possible to receive several bids at the same time. Priority order, acceptance deadline: learn how to manage multiple bids.

How to respond correctly to an offer to purchase? This guide will show you the best way to proceed.

Unfortunately, when the real estate market favours buyers, it makes things harder for sellers. The main impacts are that homes take longer to sell and the average selling price goes down.

Find out what you need to do if you want to back out of a home purchase offer. It is very difficult, but not impossible. Here are your options.

Find out what to do as a buyer if an inspection report reveals defects. Withdrawal of the offer to purchase, negotiation: learn more!

Usually, buyers are the ones who call on the services of a building inspector. While not mandatory or frequently done, there are certain advantages to the seller investing in an inspection.

You’ve accepted an offer to purchase, your boxes are packed and you’re about to vacate the premises. Now your buyer is asking to take advantage of the few days before your appointment at the notary’s to move in their furniture or start some reno work. Think carefully before you agree!

Why isn’t a home selling? Several things could be to blame: the price the neighbourhood, the property’s appearance or market conditions.

Learn what a property sold “without legal warranty” means, often used in the sale of foreclosed homes or properties sold by the owner’s estate.

Setting the right asking price is key to ensuring a successful transaction. First, the price has an impact on buyers’ interest in your property. And, second, if you’ve done your homework, this will make the job of negotiating a price with the buyer much easier.

It is said that buyers decide whether to purchase a home within the first few minutes of their visit. That comes as no surprise, given that buying a house is not only a rational decision, but also an emotional one.

Many people wonder whether they should sell or renovate their home when it no longer suits their needs. Here are a few things to consider.

To avoid wasting your time (and money!) on unnecessary improvements, here’s how you can add value to your home while getting the most out of your efforts.

When you sell your home, you have to invest a minimum amount of time, no matter how you sell it. The advantage of selling with the help of DuProprio is that the time you invest also saves you a substantial amount of money.

Parti Québécois member Carole Poirier is reported as saying that “DuProprio does not provide comprehensive consumer protection” and that the Real Estate Brokerage Act (REBA) needs to be reviewed to rectify this.

Most people ask themselves this question when thinking of putting their property on the market. Is there really a “best time” to sell? Even if you want to take advantage of those times of year when potential buyers are very active, you should know that every season has advantages.

When the days get shorter, it’s time to prepare the lot and the building to face the winter. Here are the most important tasks to get done before the first snow.

The price of a home is often determined by the simple economic fact of supply and demand. However, those aren’t the only factors playing a role in the price of your house. Never forget that the price a buyer is willing to pay is ultimately based on how much your home is worth.

Sometimes, a homeowner may want to sell a property so they no longer have to deal with problems they cannot or do not want to fix. For some buyers, a fixer-upper like this can be a good deal. So, it’s definitely possible to sell a home that is in less than perfect condition.

Four months after putting his Saint-Hyacinthe home up for sale with the help of DuProprio, singer Jérôme Couture was able to start packing boxes this spring. He can now move on to other projects, like finding a new home for him and his girlfriend.

Summer may be vacation time for most people, but the real estate market doesn’t take a break! Hundreds of homes are sold in summer. So, here are our 5 tips to help make yours one of them.

A certificate of localisation generally stays valid for 10 years, but certain factors can render it null and void before then.

It’s true that selling a home requires a minimum amount of time and availability, even while you’re on vacation. But thankfully, today’s technology makes it easy to stay in touch even from a distance.

We’re all trying to do our part to help the environment, and there are many ways we can do just that in our homes. There are several quite simple things we can do to make our homes greener.

Writing the description for your listing is an important step in putting a home on the market. But don’t worry, it’s not very complicated. After all, who knows more about your home and neighbourhood than you?

The best way to make your next move a painless experience is to be well prepared. Turn a difficult day into a productive one with these tips, which will help you work more efficiently, so you can enjoy your new home as quickly as possible.

Millions of people around the world use social media. You can use these sites to sell your property by following a few basic guidelines. Find out how your Facebook, Twitter and Instagram accounts can attract hundreds of Internet users to your listing.

Find out what the obligations of the “Declaration by the Seller” are, how to fill it out transparently and how to protect yourself.

If you’re thinking of selling your home or refinancing with the bank, you will need to determine the market value of your property by means of a thorough appraisal. Relying only on the last municipal assessment would be a serious mistake that could potentially lose you a lot of money.

If you’re getting ready to go to the notary’s office, you are in the final stage of your real estate transaction. But who will have to pay the notary’s invoice? Whether you’re about to buy or sell a property, it’s better to be well-informed to avoid unpleasant surprises.

Many homeowners mistakenly believe that doing business with a real estate broker will protect them from any number of situations. But in fact, all real estate transactions get exactly the same legal protection.

When planning to move, many owners wonder: is it better to sell your current home before looking for a new one, or to find a new place before selling? Unfortunately, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer.

As a seller, you only have a few seconds to capture someone’s attention. Here are a few tips to create a photo album that will draw people to your listing.

In Quebec, all real estate transactions have to go through a notary. The buyer usually chooses which one to go to.

You’ve chosen to sell your house without a go-between? Smart decision! While you’ll be in direct contact with some buyers, others may be represented by a real estate agent (broker) when shopping for their future home. Here’s what you need to know to successfully negotiate with a broker.

Changing jobs? Expecting an addition to the family? Kids leaving the nest? It may be time to sell the house and start a new chapter!

Discover our expert advice to help you set the right selling price for your property and get the most out of the sale.