Broker affiliated with The Agency — international boutique real estate network
Broker affiliated with The Agency — international boutique real estate network
The Agency
Finding the right property in Montreal is a matter of timing and access — not just patience. Here's how it works with Vianney.
We clarify budget, target areas, non-negotiables, and a realistic timeline — not a generic intake form.
Before viewing anything, we confirm your borrowing power so you negotiate from a position of strength, not guesswork.
Access to Centris listings and The Agency network, including some off-market properties.
Every showing is followed by an honest analysis: real value, resale potential, negotiation points.
A direct negotiation strategy — protecting your interests without losing the opportunity.
Coordination with the inspector, lender, and notary through to key handover.
The purchase price is never the final number. Here are the costs typically associated with a residential transaction in Quebec, for reference — every file is different, and your notary or lender will confirm exact figures.
| Cost | Ballpark |
|---|---|
| Transfer duties ("welcome tax") | Varies by municipality — roughly 0.5% to 1.5% of price, tiered |
| Notary fees | Roughly $1,000 to $1,800 |
| Pre-purchase inspection | Roughly $500 to $700 |
| Lender-required appraisal | Roughly $300 to $500 (sometimes covered by the lender) |
| Mortgage default insurance (if down payment < 20%) | Premium added to the loan, varies with down payment |
| Adjustments (prorated municipal/school taxes) | Calculated based on closing date |
It depends on the area and your criteria, but from the first conversation to signing at the notary, expect roughly 6 to 12 weeks for a standard transaction — longer if financing or a sale conditional on your own home is involved.
It's not mandatory, but strongly recommended. Pre-approval clarifies your real budget and puts you in a stronger negotiating position, especially in a market where multiple offers are common.
In the vast majority of residential transactions in Quebec, the broker's compensation is paid by the seller (out of the commission already negotiated with their own broker). This is confirmed case-by-case depending on the listing.
Yes — through The Agency network and Vianney's direct relationships with other brokers, some opportunities surface before they're officially listed.
Vianney Godbout is a broker affiliated with The Agency Montreal — a boutique brokerage network present in over 10 countries