What can you do to make your property sale go as smoothly as possible? In this section, you’ll find the top tips on preparing your home for selling, setting your asking price and submitting an offer to purchase.

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3 recurrent conditions in an offer to purchase
There are a number of common conditions in an offer to purchase a property that must be adhered to, whether you’re buying a house or a condo. Until each and every one of those conditions has been met (and in a timely matter), the sale is not considered complete.
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All about sellingMore than one offer: Which to accept?What to do when your property is resoundingly popular? Even if the potential buyers are over eager, there’s no reason to rush your decision. It’s entirely possible to receive several offers to purchase at once, and you are in no way obligated to answer them right away.
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All about selling3 reasons for organizing an open houseAn 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.
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All about selling5-part breakdown of the Offer to PurchaseThe moment you’ve been waiting for is finally here! Someone wants to make an offer on your home! The Offer to Purchase is a contract that binds you to the buyer and is required by the notary to prepare the bill of sale.
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All about selling3 possible responses to an offer to purchaseIt’s happened: a buyer is ready to make an offer to purchase! At this point, you have several options open to you. And remember, you don’t need to make a decision right away.
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All about sellingSelling in a buyers’ marketUnfortunately, 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.
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All about sellingThe difference between a seller’s and a buyer’s marketWhen it comes time to buy or sell a property, buyers and sellers wonder if they’re in a seller’s market or a buyer’s market. The answer provides a good indication of how to proceed with their real estate project.
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All about sellingWhat you need to know about hidden defectsA hidden (or latent) defect is something that is not easily detectable when you purchase a property, but that will hinder the normal use of a home and will generally decrease its value. Buyers and sellers equally fear the discovery of a hidden defect. But these nasty surprises are hard to predict.
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All about selling4 questions to ask someone requesting a visitBefore you make an appointment with potential buyers who want to visit your home, we recommend you ask them a few questions. You’ll be able to find out if they’re serious about buying and whether your home suits their needs.
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All about sellingCan you back out of a property sale?Once you’ve signed a contract (offer to purchase) to buy or sell a home, it’s difficult to withdraw from the sale—whatever the reason.
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All about sellingWhat if an inspection report reveals problems?A seller and a buyer agree on the purchase price of a property. So far, so good. An offer to purchase is made, pending a favourable inspection. However, during the inspection, the building inspector uncovers some defects. Major work will be required. Now what?
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All about sellingReasons a seller would get their home inspectedUsually, 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.
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All about sellingA buyer wants to move in before your appointment with the notary?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!
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All about sellingSpruce up your kitchen in 7 stepsWhen putting your property up for sale, give your kitchen some attention. It’s the most important room for many potential buyers.
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All about selling3 types of visitors you may encounterYour first visitors are at the door? Take a deep breath and relax. Not everyone who shows interest in your home will make an offer to purchase straight away.
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All about selling5 reasons why your house might not be sellingYour house has been on the market for several weeks and you still haven’t received an offer. You’re wondering why your neighbour was able to sell within days while you haven’t received a single visit.
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All about sellingThe legal warranty: Protection against hidden defectsSome people have nightmares about hidden defects. But a better understanding of the legal warranty could help make sure they get a good night’s sleep. Above all, it means buyers can look for their dream home with peace of mind.
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All about sellingA sale without legal warranty: What does it involve?When we see a home for sale “without legal warranty,” we automatically think it must have a lot of issues. But that’s not necessarily the case. This term is commonly used with estate sales or foreclosed homes.
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All about sellingThe 4 features of a good asking priceSetting 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.
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All about sellingSell or renovate: What’s the best move for you?Many people wonder whether they should sell or renovate their home when it no longer suits their needs.
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All about selling3 types of renovations worth doingSome renovations are worth considering before putting your property up for sale, either because they’ll give you a good return on your investment or because they’ll make a positive impression on potential buyers.
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All about sellingInvest the same amount of time and keep your moneyWhen you sell your home, you have to invest a minimum amount of time, no matter how you sell it. The advantage of selling with DuProprio is that the time you invest pays off.
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All about sellingHelp buyers fall in love with your homeIt 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.
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All about selling6 hints for selling thanks to an open houseHolding an effective open house is part of a good selling strategy. It can be a great tool for finding a buyer for your home.
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All about sellingMaking the most of an open housePlanning on going to or organizing an open house soon? Read our team’s tips and make the most of this big event.
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All about sellingDuProprio and the Real Estate Brokerage ActParti 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.
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All about selling7 documents to have on hand when selling your homeYou’ll need several documents during the process of selling your property, be it to give potential buyers information or to finalize the transaction at the notary’s office. Here are 7 documents you should have on hand.
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All about selling5 tips for safe home visitsIf you’re expecting potential buyers to come visit your home, you’ll want to take steps to make sure everything goes off without a hitch.
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All about sellingWhat’s the best time of the year to sell a home?Homeowners often ask what time of year they should put their home up for sale. It’s a good question. Everyone wants to take advantage of the times when potential buyers are most active.
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All about selling5 maintenance tasks to do this fallIt’s essential to do a few small maintenance jobs in the fall, especially when your home is for sale.
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All about sellingCan you sell a home that needs renovations?Sometimes a seller wants to put their home on the market despite the fact that a number of renovations need to be done on the structure – they’d rather “just get out” given the necessary work instead of investing the time (and money) into getting repairs done.
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All about selling7 Factors That Lower the Price of Your HomeThe 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.
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All about selling"The best person to sell my home was me!" - Jérôme CoutureFour 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.
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All about selling5 tips for selling your property this summerSummer 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.
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All about sellingEnjoy your vacation while your property’s for saleIt’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.
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All about sellingIs your certificate of localisation valid?In principle, a certificate of localisation is valid as long as it reflects the current state of the property, for a maximum period of ten years. A vital document in real estate transactions, this certificate must be provided by the seller.
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All about selling5 ways to make your home greenerWe’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.
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All about selling5 tips for writing a listing that sells!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?
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All about selling7 mistakes to avoid when holding an open houseIt’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!
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All about selling4 pointers to create a perfect ambiance for home visitsA house will sell when it seems like a smart purchase and it meets the buyer’s needs. However, to help a potential buyer decide to submit an offer to purchase, you have to do everything you can to make your property appealing during the visit, to make the potential buyer feel at home there.
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All about sellingThe advantages of selling commission-free in a fast-moving marketThe real estate market in the Montréal region has been extremely lively over the last few months. The number of properties sold with the help of DuProprio reached a record high in 2018, and the inventory is at its lowest in many years.
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All about selling5 ways to market your house for sale through social mediaIf you use different modes of social media like Facebook or Twitter, you could take advantage of such tools in order to give more visibility to your property listing.
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All about sellingBecome a moving proThe best way to have your moving day go smoothly is to be well-prepared. Turn a stressful, tiring day into a productive one with these tips. They will help you work efficiently and get settled into your new home as soon as possible.
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All about sellingSetting your asking price by using comparablesA good asking price is the key to a successful real estate transaction. Analyzing comparables is the method of choice for experts and owners wanting to estimate the value of a property.
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All about sellingUnderstanding the “72-hour clause” in the offer to purchaseWhen your buyer is a homeowner wanting to buy a new home, that buyer will make the offer to purchase conditional on the sale of their existing property. It’s important to understand that, as long as the conditions of that offer aren’t met, you can keep looking for a new buyer.
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All about sellingShould you start by buying or selling?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.
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All about selling5 facts you should know about protectionMany 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.
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All about sellingWho pays for what at the notary’s?The final, compulsory step in every real estate transaction in Quebec takes place at the notary’s office. This is when the buyer and the seller formally confirm the bill of sale. And often during this appointment, the house keys are handed over to the new owner.
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All about sellingEstablishing the value of a house without a municipal assessmentIt may be tempting—for buyers and sellers—to use the municipal assessment to judge a property’s asking price. But in reality, this information is only useful to determine the amount of municipal tax that the future owner will have to pay.
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All about sellingFilling out the “Declaration of the Seller” in Complete TransparencyThe “Declaration of the Seller” form is a tool owners use to give an overview of their house and property upon selling it. This document gives potential buyers important information about the property’s condition.
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All about selling9 Tips for Home Sale VisitsHome sale visits allow sellers and potential buyers to meet and discuss a property in hopes of coming to an agreement. While our services offer a comprehensive overview of your home listing online, home sale visits are a great opportunity to get to know who your possible buyer is and what they are l
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All about selling3 principles to know when setting your asking priceIt can’t be said often enough: setting a good asking price is the key to success when selling real estate. The price must be justified and competitive to get the most from your property sale. And it’s really not that complicated to sort out.
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All about selling4 steps to selling your homeChanging jobs? Expecting an addition to the family? Kids left the nest? It may be time to sell the house and start a new chapter!
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All about selling5 factors that impact selling timeSeveral 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.
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All about selling3 tips to prepare your home before sellingWhen you’re considering selling your home, it’s important to make it as enticing to buyers as possible.
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All about selling3 hints for negotiating with a buyer’s brokerYou’ve decided to sell your home without an agent. You don’t need to restrict your pool of potential buyers by refusing to deal with real estate brokers.
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All about sellingWhat is the notary’s role when you buy a house?In Quebec, all real estate transactions have to go through a notary. The buyer usually chooses which one to go to.
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All about selling4 photo tips to attract buyersIn real estate, photography is the starting point, where potential buyers become interested in a property. If a picture is worth a thousand words, imagine how much information a whole album can convey!
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All about sellingSelling commission free : 5 things to know to make an informed decisionThinking of selling your property but reluctant to pay thousands in commission?
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All about sellingRent with peace of mind this summer!With the weather warming up, are you starting to think about your summer projects? Whether you’re thinking about going on a hike or a trip, or renovating your home or moving to a new one, you’re not alone!
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All about selling4 tips for ridding your home of mouldDid you know that mould in your home can cause the occupants to have health problems? Any moist materials in your residence can become the host to microscopic fungus that can contaminate the air.
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All about sellingSpring cleaning: A 10-point checklist for homeownersWhen the snow melts and the sun is out, do you feel re-energized? That’s good, because if you're a homeowner, nice weather means it's time for spring cleaning!
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All about selling4 tips on home insurance when renting with Airbnb or HomeAwayAirbnb and HomeAway are popular platforms for short-term home rentals. In addition to allowing travellers to experience life as it's lived at their destination, these platforms are also popular with homeowners who can take advantage of the investments they have made in their property.