32 Articles
04/10/2023
4 octobre 2023- Existe-t-il un écart de valeur entre une copropriété divise et indivise ? Dans le cadre d’un mandat qui nous a été confié, nous avons procédé à une étude visant à déterminer s’il existe un écart potentiel, entre une valeur immobilière détenue en copropriété divise et l’autre en indivise, en regard à sa valeur marchande. Il s’agit ici d’un immeuble à vocation résidentiel de type logement....
21/10/2023
October 21, 2023- Buying or selling a condo requires a lot of planning. The dates of signing the transaction and taking possession are an integral part of it. Indeed, a delay in the scheduled date has logistical and monetary implications that can be significant for both buyers and sellers....
01/11/2023
L’acquisition d’une propriété constitue l’achat le plus important que nous aurons à effectuer au cours de notre vie. Au fil du temps, le marché immobilier s’est adapté aux modes de vie, aux désirs et aux aspirations des Québécois et Québécoises. En particulier, la création de la copropriété divise, en 1969, a grandement contribué à stimuler l’accès à la propriété. Au cours des cinquante dernières années, ce mode d’habitation s’est développé exponentiellement et il a su…...
17/12/2023
December 17, 2023 — In a judgment of the Court of Québec, the Honourable Louise Lévesque recalled the respective duties of a real estate broker and a notary during a transaction involving parking spaces in a divided co-ownership. First of all, it should be remembered that the legal status of parking spaces may differ from one co-ownership to another, depending on what the declaration of co-ownership (Constituting act of the co-ownership) provides. These vehicle parking…...
26/02/2024
Life in a co-ownership has its advantages. First, the cost of buying a co-ownership unit is, on average, less than a single family home. With co-ownership, certain costs—such as maintenance or building repairs—can be divided among the co-owners....
25/03/2024
For real estate transactions involving a divided co-ownership, one might assume that the parties only include the seller, the buyer, their respective real estate brokers and the notary who will finalize the transaction at the end of the process. However, the syndicate of co-owners also plays a key role in the transaction. By fulfilling their obligations, the board will allow the promisor to obtain all relevant information to make their decision, and the parties to…...
06/05/2024
As the seller will want to receive the best possible price for their unit and the buyer will want to pay a fair purchase price, it is in the interest of both to know its fair market value. Establishing the market value of a co-ownership unit, however, is not a simple task and those buying or selling this type of property need to work with a qualified professional like a real estate broker....
08/05/2024
Buying a co-ownership property is a big deal! It’s exciting to move into a new home and start making the place your own for your happily ever after. Unfortunately, this purchase can quickly turn into a nightmare if you discover a latent defect in the building after moving in. That’s why it’s important to take certain precautions before buying your co-ownership property. ...
02/07/2024
The decision to sell your divided co-ownership property is an important one, and being well prepared can make all the difference in the selling process. As a seller, it is essential to understand the steps that lead to a successful transaction. In this article, we will explore the key steps to go through when preparing to sell your co-ownership property, which will put you in the best position for a smooth transaction and peace of…...
15/07/2024
Divided co-ownership offers numerous financial and practical advantages that make these properties an attractive option for many buyers, from their lower purchase price in comparison to a single-family home to their well-defined management framework. Are you one of these potential buyers? Would you like to learn more about the process of buying a co-ownership property? Here is some information you may find useful!...