What is the difference between a condo and an apartment in Canada

What is the difference between a condo and an apartment in Canada

«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...
Divided or Undivided Co-Ownership: What Are the Differences?

Divided or Undivided Co-Ownership: What Are the Differences?

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,...
5 Tips Before Buying a House in a Horizontal Condominium

5 Tips Before Buying a House in a Horizontal Condominium

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...
What to Do in Case of Property Defects in a Condominium?

What to Do in Case of Property Defects in a Condominium?

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...
Bill 96 and Condominiums in Quebec

Bill 96 and Condominiums in Quebec

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...
Surveillance Cameras in Condos: Legal or Not?

Surveillance Cameras in Condos: Legal or Not?

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 of a...