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Water infiltration is one of the risks I pay close attention to when evaluating a home. You can't eliminate the risk, but you can understand it before you buy. Here’s what I look at. 1. Check the Québec Flood Zone mapping Québec's flood zone framework changed in 2026, with new-generation maps being introduced progressively. Start there, but don't stop there. Outside a flood zone doesn't mean outside of water risk. Heavy rainfall, sewer backups, surface runoff and municipal in

If you live in Montréal or on the South Shore, you probably know the tunnel mostly for one thing lately: traffic. But there’s a much bigger story here. Opened in 1967, the Louis-Hippolyte-La Fontaine Tunnel was overdue for major rehabilitation. Once work began, the condition of the concrete structure was found to be more deteriorated than originally anticipated, forcing Québec to significantly expand the work. This isn’t simply repaving a tunnel. The project involves major st

On July 15th, Groupe Baronello officially joined M Immobilier. For us, this wasn't simply a change of brokerage. It was the result of many conversations, months of reflection, and one guiding principle that has shaped every decision we've made since day one: How can we create a better experience for our clients? Over the past decade, we've had the privilege of helping hundreds of families buy, sell, and invest across Greater Montreal. Along the way, we've learned that clients

In a competitive real estate market, buyers are often tempted to strengthen their offer by waiving the home inspection. In multiple-offer situations, it can seem like an easy way to stand out, especially if competing buyers are removing conditions to make their offers more attractive. But is skipping the home inspection really worth the risk? The answer depends on the property, the market, and your own tolerance for unexpected repairs. While there are situations where buyers

If you're thinking about selling your home in Montreal, timing matters. While spring is traditionally the busiest real estate season, July is often the slowest month of the year. Every summer, sellers wonder why showings suddenly disappear, online activity drops, and buyers seem to vanish. The answer has less to do with the real estate market itself and more to do with Montreal's unique summer calendar. That doesn't mean your home can't sell in July. It simply means your stra

For decades, CF Carrefour Laval has been known as Quebec's premier shopping destination. But over the next several years, it will become something much bigger: a mixed-use neighbourhood where people can live, shop, work, and spend their free time without ever leaving the site. While most people see another apartment project under construction, the reality is that this marks a major shift in how suburban Laval is evolving. From Shopping Centre to Urban District Cadillac Fairvi

When summer arrives in Little Italy, there's no better place to spend an evening than strolling Saint-Laurent Boulevard, enjoying the patios, and discovering some of Montreal's best restaurants. Located in the heart of Rosemont–La Petite-Patrie, Little Italy blends old-world Italian charm with one of the city's most exciting food scenes. Whether you're planning a date night, celebrating a special occasion, or simply looking for an incredible meal after visiting Jean-Talon Mar

Montreal's transit landscape took a major step forward with the opening of the REM stations at McGill and Édouard-Montpetit, creating faster connections between downtown, the North Shore, the West Island, the airport corridor, and the South Shore. While transit projects often take years to influence real estate values, the impact of these stations is already being felt in both Downtown Montreal and Griffintown. The Two Stations Changing the Game McGill Station Located beneath

For nearly a decade, electric vehicle owners in Quebec have enjoyed a unique perk: free access to the A25 toll bridge connecting Montreal and Laval. For residents of East Laval, particularly in Duvernay Est, Val-des-Brises, and nearby neighbourhoods, this benefit quietly reduced commuting costs and made cross-river travel more affordable. That incentive is now coming to an end. The Ministère des Transports et de la Mobilité durable (MTMD) has confirmed that the toll-free prog

When Royalmount first opened its doors, most of the headlines focused on luxury retail, restaurants, entertainment, and whether Montreal really needed another shopping destination. However, the most important chapter of the project may still be ahead of us. Phase Two of Royalmount is expected to bring residential development to the site, transforming it from a shopping and entertainment destination into a true mixed-use urban district. According to recent reporting, thousands

Every summer, Montréal transforms some of its busiest commercial arteries into pedestrian-only destinations, creating open-air neighbourhood hubs filled with terraces, cafés, cyclists, festivals, and thousands of people enjoying city life. But these seasonal street closures have evolved into much more than a summer tradition. They've become a reflection of where Montréal's lifestyle preferences, neighbourhood demand, and real estate values are increasingly heading. Montréal's

Take a drive through Griffintown, Solar Uniquartier, Laval, Saint-Laurent, Longueuil, or even Montréal-Nord, and you'll notice a trend that would have been rare a decade ago: brand-new towers that look like condominiums, offer hotel-style amenities, but are entirely rental buildings. The Greater Montréal Area is in the middle of a major shift. Developers are increasingly choosing to build rental-only projects instead of traditional condominiums, and thousands of new units are

Every June, Montréal transforms. The streets fill with exotic cars, luxury pop-up events, international tourists, and packed restaurant terraces. Hotels reach near full capacity, rooftop parties take over the downtown skyline, and the city becomes the centre of the Formula 1 world for an entire weekend. But beyond the entertainment and tourism headlines, the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix has quietly become one of Montréal’s strongest annual economic drivers, especially for re

Montréal is on the verge of one of its most transformative urban redevelopment projects. The reinvention of Place Versailles signals more than the evolution of a shopping mall, it represents a shift in how the city approaches density, mobility, and community-building in its eastern districts. From Suburban Mall to Urban District Built in 1963, Place Versailles was Montréal’s first enclosed shopping centre, a symbol of post-war suburban growth. Today, that model is being reima

Flood zone mapping is becoming one of the most important factors in Quebec real estate, especially as new data and regulations continue to evolve. Whether you’re buying, selling, or holding property, understanding how these maps work is critical. Why Flood Zone Mapping in Quebec is Being Updated The Quebec government is actively updating flood zone maps to improve risk prevention and better protect communities. With climate change, stronger storms, and more frequent flooding

The headline sounds unreal. But it’s real. The Real Brokerage has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire RE/MAX Holdings, creating what’s being positioned as a technology-enabled global real estate powerhouse. Let that sink in. A cloud-based disruptor…Acquiring one of the most iconic real estate brands of the last 50+ years. Not a Rumour. Not Speculation. A Strategic Takeover. This isn’t industry gossip. It’s a confirmed deal, expected to close in the second half of 2

If a building was constructed before 1990, asbestos isn’t a red flag. It’s a probability. For buyers, investors, and sellers, understanding this properly can be the difference between making a smart decision and overreacting to something that’s often manageable. The truth about asbestos in Québec buildings Asbestos was widely used from the late 1800s to the late 1980s because it was fire-resistant, durable, and inexpensive. Its peak use was between the 1940s and 1970s, meanin

Mile-Ex sits between Mile End and Parc-Extension. On paper, it’s just geography. On the ground, it’s something else. People call it “The Tension” because you feel the contrast immediately. Old meets new. Industrial meets residential. Working-class meets creative and tech. That tension is not a flaw. It’s what creates value. Where exactly is it? There are no official boundaries, which is part of the story. Roughly: South: Van Horne North: Jean-Talon West: Acadie East: Saint-L

This is something I see often. You’ve built equity the right way. Maybe it’s a large single-family you’ve owned for 15–20 years. Maybe it’s a duplex or triplex that’s done its job. You’ve won. Now the question becomes: what’s next? Because selling is easy. Repositioning that capital intelligently? That’s where strategy matters. And this is exactly where a project like Westwalk Anjou comes into play. A Location That Quietly Wins Westwalk sits right at the intersection of thre

If you’ve been watching the Montréal real estate market over the past few years, you know one thing has remained consistent: pressure. Low inventory, strong demand, and prices holding firm despite interest rate changes. But March just delivered something unexpected. Inventory is up nearly 30% across several key sectors in Montréal. At the same time, prices have softened by approximately 12% compared to recent peaks. On paper, this is the type of shift buyers have been waiting