Finding a property in another city: our tips
In an ideal world, finding the perfect home in the blink of an eye would be relatively straightforward. Unfortunately, we don’t live in an ideal world. The process of finding the right property for you is often long and fraught with difficulties. Think finding a home in the listings in your area is no small […]
Property enhancement: tangible benefits
When moving into a new home, people tend to devote all their attention to creating a space that meets their needs and reflects their preferences. Things are a little different when moving, however, as this often involves selling a property, with the considerable amount of energy, time and money that this entails. While staging your […]
Overbidding in today’s real estate market
The term “overbidding market” has been around for a few years in Quebec, and we’re hearing it more and more. What exactly does it mean, and what are the repercussions for buyers and sellers? Numbers don’t lie The accepted price for a property in Greater Montreal now tends to be higher than the original listed […]
Selling your property: the importance of an up-to-date certificate of location
Even if your property is impeccable in every respect thanks to expertly executed renovations, and you’re going to close the deal quickly, it’s important to have a certificate of location. An up-to-date document protects you from costly mistakes. What does the certificate of location include? The certificate of location is one of the most important […]
Is an income property really worth it?
Many home and condo owners decide to keep their first purchase as an investment. But if they decide to sell while tenants are still occupying the premises, the original enthusiasm for an income property can suddenly turn to disappointment. Katia Samson, founder of Groupe Immobilier Katia Samson and a chartered real estate broker, has over […]
New association for Groupe Immobilier Katia Samson!
Groupe Immobilier Katia Samson is very proud to announce its new partnership with RE/MAX L’ESPACE, located in the heart of downtown Montreal. “We will continue to offer the same ultra-personalized service to our customers that has made our reputation, while being affiliated with the power of the RE/MAX group,” says Katia Samson, president and founder […]
In autumn 2020, real estate continues to gain momentum in Québec
Even though the lockdown due to the resurgence of COVID cases in Quebec continues into late October 2020, the real estate market is still extremely active and sales are still breaking records in the greater Montreal area, which could be due to the outbidding that some highly desirable properties are creating among buyers. In Quebec, […]
Real estate and Covid: visits and transactions continue into autumn 2020
Despite the partial shutdown of certain commercial activities (restaurants, bars, fitness centers) in red zones across Quebec, all real estate activities continue, but with the necessary preventive measures put forward by the government. Enhanced safety measures “It goes without saying that, since the beginning of the pandemic, visits have been transformed to respect the physical […]
Home staging services now available at Groupe Immobilier Katia Samson
Home staging has become a must for anyone wishing to sell their home! De-cluttering and creating a soothing, uncluttered décor for the property you want to put on the market “makes it easier for potential buyers to imagine it as their future home. What’s more, they generally sell faster and at a better profit than […]
After containment, what’s really going on in the residential market?
Since March 2020, when the World Health Organization announced the global pandemic, Montreal’s residential market has also been hit hard by closures and new social distancing rules. Even if real estate changes seem to be stabilizing, how will this affect your next property sale or purchase? Here’s some information you might hear about: 1. Real […]