Question 1

What is my property worth?

Accepted Answer

An accurate valuation of your property requires a comparative analysis of recent sales in your area, taking into account size, condition, and amenities. Get a free 24h evaluation by Dora Mazzeo. Get a free evaluation: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/evaluation-gratuite

Question 2

How long does it take to sell?

Accepted Answer

Average days on market in Montreal sits around 30 to 45 days for well-priced properties. Overpricing can stretch a sale to 60-90 days. Pricing right is the single biggest factor. Réserver une consultation stratégique: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/consultation-strategique

Question 3

What is your commission?

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Brokerage fees are negotiable and depend on the marketing plan, the property type, and the price. Reach out for a tailored proposal. Nous contacter: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/contact

Question 4

How do I prepare my property for sale?

Accepted Answer

Declutter, deep clean, refresh paint, fix small details, and stage the key rooms. Professional photography is non-negotiable. A pre-listing walkthrough with your broker maps the priorities. Lire le guide vendeur: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/guide-vendeur

Question 5

Why pick Équipe Mazzeo to sell?

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500+ transactions, $150M+ in volume, 98% sale-to-asking-price average, RE/MAX Elite Club for 4 years running. Local expertise that delivers measurable results. Réserver une consultation: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/consultation-strategique

Question 6

Where do I start to buy?

Accepted Answer

Get pre-approved with a mortgage broker first, then define your budget including closing costs and welcome tax. Pick a buyer's broker who knows your target neighborhoods. Réserver une consultation gratuite: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/consultation-strategique

Question 7

How much down payment do I need?

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Minimum 5% on the first $500,000 and 10% on the portion above. For a $400,000 condo: $20,000. For a $600,000 home: $35,000. Below 20% you pay CMHC insurance, built into the mortgage. Consulter le guide acheteur: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/guide-acheteur

Question 8

What is the pre-purchase inspection?

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A professional review of structure, electrical, plumbing, roof, and heating. The report identifies major defects and lets you negotiate repairs, a price cut, or back out. Don't skip it. Discuter de votre recherche: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/consultation-strategique

Question 9

What is the welcome tax?

Accepted Answer

The land transfer tax charged in Quebec at closing. Calculated on a progressive scale; Montreal adds a municipal surtax. Plan for around $6,500 on a $500,000 property. Calculate the welcome tax: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/outils/taxe-bienvenue

Question 10

What are the costs on top of the purchase price?

Accepted Answer

Plan 2-4% of the purchase price for closing costs: notary, inspection, welcome tax, moving, home insurance, and the first months of property taxes and condo fees. Lire le guide acheteur: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/guide-acheteur

Question 11

Which neighborhoods do you cover?

Accepted Answer

Greater Montreal and the surrounding suburbs. Sud-Ouest, Verdun, Vieux-Montréal, NDG, Rosemont, Hochelaga, Plateau, Outremont; South Shore (Brossard, Longueuil, Boucherville); North Shore (Mascouche, Blainville, Sainte-Dorothée). Voir nos quartiers: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/quartiers

Question 12

How many transactions have you done?

Accepted Answer

500+ transactions and $150M+ in volume across Greater Montreal. RE/MAX Elite Club for 4 years running. En savoir plus sur Dora: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/a-propos

Question 13

Do you offer free consultations?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Free 24h written property evaluation, free strategic consultation (30 min), free pre-listing walkthrough. No commitment. Book a consultation: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/consultation-strategique

Question 14

How does your VIP program work?

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Free buyer's program. Sign up to receive new listings before they go public, including off-market properties from the RE/MAX network. No commitment. Join the VIP program: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/programme-vip

Question 15

How do I contact you?

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Phone (514-947-8959), email (dora@equipemazzeo.com), contact form, or book a 30-minute consultation directly online. Same-day response, 7 days a week. Contact form: https://www.equipemazzeo.com/contact

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