December 16, 2024

How do I list my property on Centris.ca?

Are you ready to sell or rent out your property? Would you like to list it on Centris.ca? Read on to find out how.

List your property on Centris.ca by working with a real estate broker

To list your property on Centris.ca, you have to work with a real estate broker. The Centris system lets real estate brokers collaborate and take advantage of a huge network. As soon as a broker lists a property, it can be viewed by over 16,000 real estate brokers in Quebec as well as their clients who are looking to buy. The property is then also listed on Centris.ca, the most visited real estate website in Quebec.

Brokers are the only ones who can list a property in the Centris system.

What does that mean?

As a seller, what does it mean to work with a broker? Selling or renting out your property with a broker means buying yourself some peace of mind! A broker’s expertise makes them a valuable ally at every step of a real estate transaction. They anticipate potential issues and concerns, help finalize the sale or lease of your property, and make sure that you have nothing to worry about. But before you embark on this project, there are still some things you should know.

Signing the Brokerage Contract – Sale or Lease

When you choose to work with a real estate broker, you will have to sign the Brokerage Contract – Sale or Lease, as required under the Real Estate Brokerage Act. This contract outlines your and your broker’s rights and obligations.

The specific contract form you will have to sign depends on the type of building you are selling. To view all brokerage contract forms, visit the website of the Organisme d’autoréglementation du courtage immobilier du Québec (OACIQ).

How will my real estate broker be compensated?

As a seller or landlord, you are responsible for paying your broker for their services. The Brokerage Contract – Sale form stipulates that the broker’s remuneration must be paid once you accept a promise to purchase from a potential buyer and all the conditions have been met, except the signing of the deed of sale with the notary. The remuneration is often a percentage of the sale price, but it can also be a lump sum.

With the Brokerage Contract – Lease, your broker’s remuneration will be calculated based on the rental price obtainedor the duration of the lease negotiated. As with the Brokerage Contract – Sale, the remuneration can also be a lump sum.

In all cases, the brokerage contract (sale or lease) stipulates that a portion of the remuneration payable to your broker will be shared with any other broker who collaborates on the sale or lease of your property.

The benefits of working with a broker

In a complex and increasingly pressure-filled real estate market, selling or renting with a broker has many advantages:

Having an expert at your side, from start to finish: The broker will explain the steps, one by one, and support you throughout the entire process, from your first meeting to signing the deed of sale with the notary.
Taking advantage of your broker’s expertise for an efficient sale at the best price: The broker takes care of comparative market analyses and pricing, listing strategies, drafting legal documents, and much more.
Optimizing your time and effort: The broker handles many of the more laborious tasks, including verifying the information you provided about your building, managing requests and visits, promoting your property and negotiating with brokers representing qualified buyers.
Getting informed, up-to-date recommendations: OACIQ’s continuing education program means you benefit from your broker’s in-depth knowledge of real estate laws and various provincial or municipal regulations. Your broker can also guide you toward a network of experts, including mortgage brokers, notaries, building inspectors, land surveyors, appraisers and more.
Benefiting from enhanced security: Since all brokers are subject to the Real Estate Brokerage Act, your broker must comply with strict rules and a code of ethics, overseen by the OACIQ. In particular, brokers must have a brokerage licence and professional liability insurance, and they have to take accredited, mandatory ongoing training.

The advantages of listing your property on Centris.ca

Centris.ca is the site with the largest number of properties for sale and rent in Quebec. It allows for fine-tuned property searches of over 60,000 listings, so that each buyer can find their dream house. These advantages make Centris.ca the most visited real estate website in the province!

The Centris system also fosters active collaboration between brokers. Thanks to this network of professionals, your broker can quickly share details about the property you’re selling with their colleagues and the interested and qualified buyers they are working with, which speeds up the sale process.

Are you ready to sell or rent? To get unparalleled visibility on Centris.ca and expert advice, check out our directory and find your real estate broker today!