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

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 The 30-Seconds Summary Quebec’s Tribunal administratif du logement (TAL) struck down a lease clause prohibiting pets in a rental unit, in a ruling issued March 12, 2026. The law […]

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 […]

Early 2025 Montreal Fall Market: Key Employment, Credit, and Housing Trends | September 02

2025 Montreal Fall Market Numbers: Key Employment, Credit, and Housing Trends Montreal, September 2 2025 – The Greater Montreal real estate market is entering fall 2025 with clear trends shaping buyer behavior and property values. Employment shifts, credit conditions, and housing activity are key drivers that all, homeowners, buyers and sellers should monitor to make […]