Certificate of Location: Everything You Should Know | July 31
A MONTREAL REAL ESTATE BROKER’S GUIDE Certificate of Location: Everything You Should Know The certificate of location is one of those legal documents in Quebec that can stall the sale of a property, or trigger penalties, when it isn’t in proper order. Often confused with the cadastral plan, it does something that plan cannot: it lays […]
Montreal’s Property Assessment Rolls: What Are They About? | July 07
A MONTREAL REAL ESTATE BROKER’S GUIDE Quebec’s Property Assessment Rolls: What Are They About? Every three years, Quebec municipalities publish a new property assessment roll, often called the municipal assessment, and Montreal is no exception. This official document updates the actual value of every property based on a professional assessor’s analysis. Errors can happen, which […]
Interview on Canada Express: Quebec’s Welcome Tax Refund for First-Time Buyers | April 30
Quebec’s Welcome Tax Refund Program for First-Time Buyer Interview on Canada Express, Middle East Radio Montreal, April 30, 2026 – Rola Hamdan returned live on Middle East Radio for a real estate segment on the Canada Express show. Hosted by Rania Bou Nassif, journalist and host, the discussion focused on the new first-time buyer aid […]
No-Pet Clause in Quebec Ruled a Violation of Charter Rights by Housing Tribunal | March 24
Perspective from an experienced real estate broker No-Pet Clause in Quebec Ruled a Violation of Charter Rights by Housing Tribunal By Rola Hamdan, Residential and Commercial Real Estate BrokerLast Update: May 26, 2026 30-Seconds Summary – Quebec’s Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) struck down a lease clause prohibiting pets in a rental unit, in a […]
Special Sellers Guide: Selling Your Home During the Holidays | December 15
Special Sellers Guide: Selling Your Home During the Holidays Montreal, December 15, 2025 – Should you pause the sale of your property during the holidays? Rola Hamdan’s honest answer: No. Hosting showings while selling your home already comes with its share of trade-offs. Add the rush of the holidays, family obligations, end-of-year school events, and […]
