Seven tips for negotiating the price of a property

Negotiations form a large part of the process of selling a property. Buyers expect negotiation, and with that in mind, they’ll always ask for a slightly higher price, so they don’t have to settle for less than they’d hoped. On the other hand, you don’t want to pay more than you should. That means you […]

Finding a property in another city: our tips

A model of a house positioned on a doormat.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

10 questions to ask your real estate broker before selling your property

To sell your property faster and at a better price, the first thing to do is find a reputable real estate broker. But before you sign with anyone, here are some important questions to ask. To make sure you’re really working with the real estate professional who will best represent your interests! 1. What are […]

Montreal real estate market news for summer 2020

What’s going on in the real estate market in Montreal’s southwest, after the Covid-19 lock-up? Is it a seller’s market, a buyer’s market, or are we looking at a balanced market? Many aspiring buyers and sellers are seriously asking themselves this question, since we’ve all just experienced a profound change in our habits. Here are […]

What to do before selling your property

First impressions are lasting impressions! So, before putting up a “for sale” sign on your house, or listing your condo on a specialized real estate website, play your cards right by following these easy tips to maximize your property’s resale value and close the deal faster. Here are a few excellent tips that expert brokers, […]

Discovering restaurants, stores and products that deliver in the South-West

In this age of confinement and telecommuting, it’s more important than ever to take care of ourselves and treat ourselves to little rituals that feel good and minimize stress, as we learn to live with the new constraints. Here are some of my favorite destinations in Centre-Sud, St-Henri and Griffintown. I hope they bring you […]