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19/02/2021
This week I have a quick update on the Montreal Real Estate January statistics that were released – and I have some exciting news: we have set a record for the most transactions EVER in January in the...
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This week I have a quick update on the Montreal Real Estate January statistics that were released – and I have some exciting news: we have set a record for the most transactions EVER in January in the Greater Montreal Area. Sales are up 17% and active listings are down 25% meaning we are in a seller’s market and they are the ones running the negotiations. When we compare sales of January 2021 versus 2020, price is up 23% due to the fact there is less inventory out there. This market is red-hot and if you want to get involved, feel free to reach out to us! Stay tuned for our February update and drop a comment below to let us know your thoughts.
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12/02/2021
In this week’s video, I’ll be talking about knowing your home’s value. Whether you’re thinking of selling your property, refinance opportunities towards increasing your real estate portfolio, or just ...
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In this week’s video, I’ll be talking about knowing your home’s value. Whether you’re thinking of selling your property, refinance opportunities towards increasing your real estate portfolio, or just want to have a better understanding of what your home might be worth in the current market – it is always important to be in the know. With the price appreciation we have seen in across Montreal the past five years, understanding your property’s potential value is an important start no matter what your next move might be. Comment below to let us know your thoughts and feel free to reach out to us for a free evaluation of your property today!
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06/02/2021
In this week’s video, I give you a market update of the Greater Montreal Area covering all of 2020. Not only have prices gone up but sales are booming and there’s no sign of the market slowing down. H...
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In this week’s video, I give you a market update of the Greater Montreal Area covering all of 2020. Not only have prices gone up but sales are booming and there’s no sign of the market slowing down. Homes have been trading hands, and every type of property is up at least 15%. With promising advancements in vaccines and interest rates lower than last year, we expect 2021 to be another big year! If you’re interested in getting your own real estate portfolio started, feel free to reach out to us! Comment below to let us know your thoughts.
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29/01/2021
This week we're interviewing Amanda Roy, Residential Real Estate Broker and Office Manager at LJ Realties. She's been with the team since February 2019. Her role has evolved over the years. She start...
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This week we're interviewing Amanda Roy, Residential Real Estate Broker and Office Manager at LJ Realties. She's been with the team since February 2019. Her role has evolved over the years. She started off as an admin, grown into office manager, and recently got licensed as a residential real estate broker. If you've worked with us in the past 2 years, I'm sure you've had an opportunity to speak with Amanda. As she starts her new roles at the company I can't wait to see what 2021 has in store for her! Comment below if you've had the opportunity to work with Amanda!
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22/01/2021
This week we're interviewing Nikita Mukhanov, Residential Real Estate Broker at LJ Realties. He's been with the team since February 2019 and was last year's Rookie of the Year! Nikita will always be t...
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This week we're interviewing Nikita Mukhanov, Residential Real Estate Broker at LJ Realties. He's been with the team since February 2019 and was last year's Rookie of the Year! Nikita will always be the hardest working guy in the room. He refuses to let anyone outwork him which is an invaluable asset for his clients. Last year he was warming up, this year he's ready to shine! Comment below if you've had the opportunity to work with Nikita.
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08/01/2021
I'm very excited to share with you our meet the team series to start the year! It's a quick way to meet some of the LJ Realties team before seeing them on the field. This week we're interviewing Alexa...
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I'm very excited to share with you our meet the team series to start the year! It's a quick way to meet some of the LJ Realties team before seeing them on the field. This week we're interviewing Alexandra Ross, Residential Real Estate Broker. She's been with the team since September 2019 and was awarded our team player award last year! I can't wait to see what 2021 has in store for her!Comment below if you've had the opportunity to work with Alexandra!
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24/12/2020
🎅🏼 In this weeks video, I tell the story of how our Christmas baskets came to be! LJ Realties usually hosts a big dinner party for all of our clients who purchased or sold properties with us throughou...
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🎅🏼 In this weeks video, I tell the story of how our Christmas baskets came to be! LJ Realties usually hosts a big dinner party for all of our clients who purchased or sold properties with us throughout the year. That was not in the cards this year with the ongoing restrictions. The team quickly pivoted and put together beautiful holiday baskets with products from only local Montreal companies. We encourage all of our viewers to support local in an effort to help out. Comment below your favourite product featured in the basket! 🎁🎄
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18/12/2020
This week I discuss multiple offer situations and how to tackle them. The Montreal real estate market has been very busy and this has led to several multiple offer situations. Everyone has an opinion ...
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This week I discuss multiple offer situations and how to tackle them. The Montreal real estate market has been very busy and this has led to several multiple offer situations. Everyone has an opinion on how to tackle this, and today I share mine. I believe in having the first mover advantage. It’s always best to be the first offer in. By doing this we get the ball rolling and find out how many other bidders are willing to get into a multiple offer situation. More times than not, people who submit an offer knowing that there is already an offer on the table are submitting strong offers. The main reason I do this, is to avoid submitting a stronger than necessary offer simply because a low ball bidder submitted before us. When you submit first, most low-ballers decide to wait and see what will happen with the offer before submitting. Thank you for watching, comment your favourite strategy below.
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11/12/2020
This week I discuss some of the factors we have to consider when buying a property in the winter months due to our Canadian winters. When purchasing a property in Montreal, QC during the winter months...
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This week I discuss some of the factors we have to consider when buying a property in the winter months due to our Canadian winters. When purchasing a property in Montreal, QC during the winter months it's important to consider what we can't see due to several factors. After snowfalls a lot of the elements of a home are covered, roof, foundation, parging, etc. After 4pm we no longer have natural light for most of the winter. These factors play a large role in how we see a home and ultimately how we decide to proceed. Whenever possible, I recommend seeing a home in daylight to get the best possible look. Comment below if you've had to offer on a home after only 1 visit in the dark?
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04/12/2020
In this weeks video I explain House Hacking. House hacking is the easiest way to live for free or almost free. I explain how it works and the benefits that come from it. Like anything in life, there’s...
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In this weeks video I explain House Hacking. House hacking is the easiest way to live for free or almost free. I explain how it works and the benefits that come from it. Like anything in life, there’s no free lunch. It comes with its own sacrifices, but if you’re looking to get closer to financial freedom I highly recommend it. I have a few friends that have used this technique to acquire over 10 properties, and they’re continuing to grow their portfolio. It is the best way to start growing your portfolio when you’re young and don’t have dependants living with you. Let me know below if you would consider house hacking!?
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28/11/2020
This week I discuss cottage country! With the pandemic there has been a huge spike in demand for cottages. These have been unprecedented times, and the Laurentian and Eastern townships have capitalize...
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This week I discuss cottage country! With the pandemic there has been a huge spike in demand for cottages. These have been unprecedented times, and the Laurentian and Eastern townships have capitalized. Lots of residents of the Greater Montreal Area have opted to purchase their little piece of paradise. Like many of our clients, you may have considered purchasing one yourself! Buying a chalet is an awesome idea, but it’s important to note that there are several differences between cottages and homes in the city. In this video I outline some of the main differences to consider. Do you prefer the cottage life or city life? 🏡 🏢
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20/11/2020
I’m super excited to be relaunching our weekly real estate videos! This week I’m giving a quick market update. This year continues to stay hot in the real estate world. Most other things are on pause,...
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I’m super excited to be relaunching our weekly real estate videos! This week I’m giving a quick market update. This year continues to stay hot in the real estate world. Most other things are on pause, but real estate definitely has not been. Over the last 12 months every type of property is up over 10% in the Greater Montreal Area, over 11% on the island of Montreal, and a minimum of 14% in the South-West of Montreal. The main drivers have been low interest rates, and buyers wanting more space. With the pandemic, buyers have had the time to analyse their actual needs and have shifted their spending in that direction. As always, reach out for all your Montreal real estate needs. Drop a comment below to let us know your thoughts.
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22/05/2020
In this weeks video, I cover the market situation since the reopening the real estate market on May 11. Things have picked up right where they left off in March! We’re seeing a lot of multi-offer situ...
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In this weeks video, I cover the market situation since the reopening the real estate market on May 11. Things have picked up right where they left off in March! We’re seeing a lot of multi-offer situations with prices ending well above asking price - in line with our earlier prediction. If you’re thinking of selling, now is the time! Comment below if you have any questions.
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21/05/2020
In this weeks video I discuss the current rules and regulations 📃 for visiting property in Quebec. I cover tenants rights, and guidelines for scheduling visits as well as hygienic measures to respect ...
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In this weeks video I discuss the current rules and regulations 📃 for visiting property in Quebec. I cover tenants rights, and guidelines for scheduling visits as well as hygienic measures to respect during the visit. Comment below👇🏼 if you have questions about real estate in Montreal
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11/05/2020
In this weeks video, I discuss some of the questions I’ve been receiving from clients - particularly investors. Many have asked if tenants have been struggling to pay rent, if we've had issues collect...
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In this weeks video, I discuss some of the questions I’ve been receiving from clients - particularly investors. Many have asked if tenants have been struggling to pay rent, if we've had issues collecting it, or if tenants have been asking for a deferral‘s. Watch this weeks video to see how we’ve been dealing with the current situation!
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06/03/2020
This week I discuss the current Montreal real estate market. A lot of things have changed in the last 12 months. I’ve been a broker for 12 years now, and I have never seen these market conditions. Pro...
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This week I discuss the current Montreal real estate market. A lot of things have changed in the last 12 months. I’ve been a broker for 12 years now, and I have never seen these market conditions. Properties are flying off the shelves and with this come a whole new set of guidelines. - We’re seeing most properties only be available for viewings once or twice before they are receiving offers. - These visits are typically open house style or by appointment and typically involve line ups and a lot of people - I don’t see it slowing down… We’re currently experiencing a “perfect storm” - Interest rates dropped even more this week Clients keep asking, am I too late to the party? NO! You need to get into the market to ride the wave. Even when it eventually stabilizes and returns to more stable appreciation (1-2 years minimum), you will still be seeing great returns. I am personally a buyer in this market, and believe in the continued growth that we will be seeing!
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21/02/2020
This morning I went for a haircut, and my barber asked me about buying a plot of land to build a home on. In this video I discuss buying a lot, the challenges and compare building your own home to buy...
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This morning I went for a haircut, and my barber asked me about buying a plot of land to build a home on. In this video I discuss buying a lot, the challenges and compare building your own home to buying a home that’s already built. I weigh some of the advantages and disadvantages of each. Would you prefer to build your own home or buy something on the market? Comment below!
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05/02/2020
Esta semana, hablo sobre cómo mi equipo valora las diferentes propiedades en el mercado actual.
Cuando consideramos una casa residencial, determinamos el precio mirando los comparables vendidos recie...
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Esta semana, hablo sobre cómo mi equipo valora las diferentes propiedades en el mercado actual. Cuando consideramos una casa residencial, determinamos el precio mirando los comparables vendidos recientemente, y los que están activos actualmente para ver dónde estaríamos en el mercado actual. Típicamente* en torres de condominios, la mayoría de las unidades están construidas con calidad y diseño parecidos. Las diferencias generalmente se deben al tamaño de la unidad y si tiene un garaje o un locker. Por esta razón, generalmente usamos un análisis de precio por pie cuadrado para determinar el valor de un condominio. Para obtener más información sobre cómo determinar el valor de una casa, condominio o propiedades de inversión, ¡contáctenos hoy!
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24/01/2020
This week we have a very special guest - the founder and principal of Bergman & Associates, Me. Michael Bergman
He discusses legal warranties and all the steps a prudent buyer should take in order to...
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This week we have a very special guest - the founder and principal of Bergman & Associates, Me. Michael Bergman He discusses legal warranties and all the steps a prudent buyer should take in order to have strong recourse. We also discuss the steps sellers can take in order to avoid potential post-sale headaches. Comment below what other professionals you would like to see!
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17/01/2020
We are so thankful for our amazing clients!
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We are so thankful for our amazing clients!
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03/01/2020
Cette semaine je réponds à une question que je reçois souvent. Est-ce que c’est mieux d’acheter un maison ou un condo?
La réponse est simple. Ça dépend de vous. Il n’y a pas une qui est meilleure que...
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Cette semaine je réponds à une question que je reçois souvent. Est-ce que c’est mieux d’acheter un maison ou un condo? La réponse est simple. Ça dépend de vous. Il n’y a pas une qui est meilleure que l’autre. Ça dépend de vos besoins. Les deux ont leurs avantages. Si vous voulez moins de responsabilités et vous avez besoin moins d’espace, un condo sera mieux pour vous. Si vous avez une famille en pleine croissance, et désirez un jardin avec plus d’espace, une maison serait mieux. Dans notre marché, un condo et une maison devrait se valoriser au même rythme. Que préférez vous?
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20/12/2019
In this week’s video I discuss pools! Clients have very split opinions on them and I often hear debate over the value of them.
In my experience, pools do not add value to your home. Their value lies...
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In this week’s video I discuss pools! Clients have very split opinions on them and I often hear debate over the value of them. In my experience, pools do not add value to your home. Their value lies in the eyes of the beholder. Due to owners having split opinions on them, their overall value is cancelled out. If you want a pool to enjoy with your family and can’t wait to spend your summer lounging by it, awesome! Keep in mind that the money you spend on making the pool is likely a sunk cost. You will however get to enjoy the quality of life that you had dreamed about before building the pool. If you’re considering purchasing a condo with a pool, keep in mind that a large portion of condo fees go to pool maintenance. Luckily, you will be sharing that expense with all the other co-owners, while enjoying the perks. Ultimately it comes down to your personal preference. Do you love lounging by a pool? Do you personally see value in it? It may not add home value but for some individuals, it's definitely still worth it. Would you want a home with a pool? Comment below your thoughts!
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13/12/2019
Esta semana respondo a la pregunta, debería comprar una casa o un departamento?
Varios clientes me preguntan cuál es mejor? La respuesta depende de usted. Cuales son sus necesidades? Cuantas persona...
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Esta semana respondo a la pregunta, debería comprar una casa o un departamento? Varios clientes me preguntan cuál es mejor? La respuesta depende de usted. Cuales son sus necesidades? Cuantas personas van a ocupar la propiedad? A que distancia del centro piensan estar? Cual es su presupuesto? Quieren jardín o solo balcón? Dependiendo de todas estas preguntas y más vamos a determinar lo más adecuado para usted. La casa y el departamento debería incrementar en precio en paralelo según lo que hemos visto en Montreal últimamente. La decisión realmente va ser determinada por sus necesidad. Nosotros estamos acá para ayudarlos a determinar la mejor opción para usted!
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