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The measures taken by the government authorities to flatten the curve in the COVID-19 crisis have forced a number of industries to adapt quickly to a changing reality.
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Real estate newsOverbidding: the new reality in Quebec's real estate marketQuebec’s real estate market has been booming since spring, and overbidding—seen in Montréal since 2018—is now starting to occur outside of the metropolis.
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Real estate newsRRSPs: Let’s separate truth from myth!There are many myths about RRSPs. Here is some helpful information that will help you distinguish truth from myth!
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Real estate news"I've always received great service" – André from Québec CityAndré 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.
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Real estate newsReal estate industry still going strong this fallSeveral months have passed, each similar to the last, since the resumption of real estate activities in May. Even the second wave of COVID-19 infections and several Quebec regions being declared red zones do not seem to have shaken property sellers’ and buyers' confidence.
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Real estate newsRed zones: Low impact on visits and new listingsThe passage of several regions into red-alert zones fortunately will not stop activity in the real estate industry.
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Real estate newsReal estate: The potential impacts of a second waveSummer 2020 will go down in DuProprio’s history as having been the busiest in terms of sales, new listings and web traffic. Now that the upswing is over and the delays caused by lockdown have been caught up, everyone is wondering: How a second wave of COVID-19 will affect the real estate industry?
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Real estate newsA record summer for real estate and for DuProprioMost experts had predicted that things would get very busy this summer after weeks of lockdown in the spring that caused a standstill in the real estate market.
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Real estate newsTenant’s insurance: how much could it really cost?Determining a home insurance amount for your apartment is easy, if you ask the right questions. Read on to find out which ones!
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Real estate newsDuProprio celebrates two wins against the real estate brokerage industryDuProprio is celebrating two new legal victories against the real estate brokerage industry this year. The recent court cases pitting DuProprio against the QPAREB and the OACIQ are the third and fourth wins for our company, in three different legal proceedings.
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Real estate newsCMHC’s rule-tightening will have little impact on the real estate marketThe Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) has tightened the eligibility criteria for its mortgage loan insurance. The restrictions are an attempt to reduce housing-related debt and prevent problems for certain Canadian households should house prices fall significantly.
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Real estate newsHow to have a stress-free move during the pandemicThe best way to make any moving day go smoothly—pandemic or not—is to prepare in advance. Certain precautions are necessary in a context of social distancing.
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Real estate newsSelling during COVID-19: DuProprio or a broker?As the real estate market starts up again, thousands of buyers have taken the Quebec market by storm. Many owners don’t want to miss out on this period that promises to be very busy, and are wondering which the best option is to sell their home: DuProprio or a broker?
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Real estate news3 profitable tips for selling your propertyFor 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.
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Real estate newsBuying a home during the coronavirus periodPeople must still buy and sell properties even while COVID-19 is an issue. The reality is that the real estate market operates continuously, because people start new jobs, welcome an addition to the family or don’t renew their lease because they intend to buy a starter home.
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Real estate newsCOVID-19: The rules to follow when visiting a propertyIn order to limit the risk of spreading COVID-19, visiting a house for sale must be done in compliance with hygiene and social distancing measures issued by public health authorities.
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Real estate newsCOVID-19: Selling your home safelyCOVID-19 has forced every industry to adjust the way they operate, and real estate is no exception. Since the virus may be part of our lives for some time, Quebecers will have to adapt the way they sell properties.
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Real estate newsCOVID-19: Technology supporting real estateThis period of self-isolation is forcing us to adapt the way we do things. Thankfully, the technological advances of recent years are benefitting real estate buyers and sellers.
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Real estate newsWhat you need to know about the First-Time Home Buyer IncentiveAre you looking to buy your first home but can’t find anything on the market that meets your needs and fits your budget? The all-new First-Time Home Buyer Incentive, launched by the Canadian government on September 2, was created to help people like you achieve their dream.
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Real estate newsThe advantages of selling commission-free in a fast-moving marketThe 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.
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Real estate newsThe 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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Real estate newsWho are the real estate professionals?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.
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Real estate newsWhat is a real estate bubble?When the real estate market becomes exceptionally strong very quickly, observers may become concerned that a real estate bubble phenomenon is occurring. But what exactly does that mean?
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Real estate newsRental website: Easy to use and free!The Rental section of our website has been revamped and we’re very proud of the results! We have also optimized the search tool to make it easier and more enjoyable for potential tenants to find what they are looking for. See how you can take advantage of this exceptional visibility!
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Real estate newsDuProprio 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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Real estate newsDuProprio.com is the most liked real estate site in Quebec!We’ve known for many years that Quebecers are naturally turning to DuProprio.com when looking for a property. But now we know that our site is the most liked real estate site in Quebec!
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Real estate newsNew sales record for DuProprio in 2018Boosted by a very active market in 2018, DuProprio has set a new record by helping 20,850 Quebec homeowners sell their property. This is an 8% increase1 over 2017.
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Real estate newsLa Facture shines a light on the protection provided by real estate brokersThe brokerage industry has long said that people are better protected when they sell with a real estate broker rather than directly to a buyer. But this isn’t true.