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Owning a condo comes with its unique responsibilities and considerations. One crucial aspect is securing condo insurance to protect your investment and personal belongings. Condo insurance is an important component of responsible condo unit ownership. It's your shield...

Condo renovation in Canada involves a complex legal landscape and considering various crucial factors. From federal and provincial guidelines to condo association rules, and from permits to the materials you use, it's essential to stay informed. This article covers...

Winter in Canada can be quite harsh, with temperatures falling below the freezing point. The average winter temperature in different territories ranges between -21℃ to -32℃. Therefore, having a reliable heating system in your condo building is essential for...

«Home is where the heart is» they say. Therefore, choosing between an apartment and a condo is an important decision to make sure that you feel comfortable in your special space. It’s important to know that it is primarily a matter of the lifestyle that you wish to...

In Quebec, there are two forms of co-owned properties: divided and undivided. The former, also called a condo, is the most common and best known. As for the latter, it can be chosen by undivided co-owners, but also received, following an inheritance, for example. So,...

If you want to buy real estate in Quebec, you may have seen ads or toured houses in horizontal condominiums. This form of divided co-ownership is similar to a vertical condominium, which governs the lots of a building. Would you like to know more about this subject...

Despite a reasonable inspection report during the real estate transaction, it is not uncommon for condo buyers to discover a non-apparent problem in their condominium shortly after their acquisition that the seller neglected to mention. This is known as a hidden...

For several years, many reforms have affected condominiums in Quebec. For its part, Bill 96 on the francization rules in Quebec was passed in May 2022. Its application by the federal parliament, which imposes the use of French as a predominant language and expands the...

Popularity of surveillance cameras in condos is rising, but is it legal? While homeowners may equip their homes with surveillance devices for security purposes as they see fit, the situation is quite different for condo occupants. Indeed, the installation...

If you are thinking about becoming a homeowner in Quebec, you should know that you can secure a subsidy for purchasing your first condo at the provincial level and/or through the federal government. Condo Stratégis, a specialist in condo syndicate management, presents...