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The real estate market rarely experiences abrupt shifts. It evolves in stages: prices adjust, interest rates fluctuate, and buyers adapt. And then, sometimes, a more subtle change emerges that alters how we perceive a property. That is exactly what is happening today with energy performance. Recently, it has stopped being merely a technical criterion or a selling point. It is no longer a secondary concern. It is something that is directly felt in utility bills, in buyers’ financial calculations, and in how a property is evaluated.

If you talk to buyers right now, you’ll often hear the same thing: “It’s getting tough.” Interest rates are higher. Mortgage approvals are harder to secure. Financial flexibility is tighter. And yet, when you look at prices, they’re not collapsing. In many regions, they are still rising slowly. That’s where doubt creeps in. Is the market really holding? Or are we simply delaying an inevitable correction? To answer honestly, we need to accept one reality: the 2026 market is neither in crisis nor in euphoria. It is under pressure.

After reaching a historic high between 2021 and 2023, net industrial rents in Québec are now showing a measurable decline. According to the latest market reports, the average asking net industrial rent in Greater Montréal stands at around $14.00/sq. ft./year at the end of 2025, down for an eighth consecutive quarter. On an annual basis, some submarkets have recorded corrections of up to approximately 15%, particularly in East Montréal. This trend confirms that the levels observed in 2022–2023 represented a cyclical peak driven by an exceptional shortage of supply.

A worry many feel without naming it If you are reading this, there is a good chance this question is on your mind. Your lease is coming up for renewal. Your place is getting too small. Or you have been scrolling listings for months, wondering whether you should wait. On Google, people phrase this with simple searches.

In new residential construction, a long-established criterion is taking an even more central place in decision-making today: energy performance. It has always been part of the foundation of building practices in Québec, but evolving standards, technologies, and expectations now give it a more visible, more intentional role. It stands out as one of the most decisive factors for evaluating the quality of a project and shapes, more than ever, the standards of modern housing.

Wood construction is making a comeback in Quebec and Canada. It is neither a passing trend nor a nod to the past, but a concrete response to current challenges: decarbonization, construction speed, and quality of life. New regulations allow for high-rise wooden buildings, the industrial supply is strengthening, and cities are looking for clean and fast solutions. As a result, wooden buildings are no longer the exception. They are becoming a common sight, from mid-rise to very tall structures.

Here’s an overview of the key elements to consider when making an informed choice between a house and a condo.

The price of a commercial space for rent in Quebec varies depending on several factors, such as the type of space, whether it is a commercial, industrial or office space and the city in which it is located.

Vistoo presents its selection of the 10 best eco-friendly home builders in Quebec, all recognized for their expertise and commitment to sustainable practices.

Vistoo explains what you need to know before embarking on such a project!

In this article, Vistoo will tell you more about the main types of roof materials and help you make the right decision concerning your professional roofer.

Whether you’re a student, a young professional or a family looking for housing adapted to your needs, it’s essential to be familiar with the different options available so that you’re ready to make an informed decision.

In a sector as dynamic as real estate, it is essential for promoters and developers to understand the buy and rent cycle if they are to maximize their opportunities, mitigate the inherent risks and bring their real estate projects to a successful conclusion.

Also known as a prefabricated or kit home, a prefabricated home, as the name implies, is a house that is partially or entirely built in a factory and then transported to the site where it will be installed.

Here is why Montérégie is an ideal choice for those looking to settle in a region that combines the serenity of the countryside graced with urban amenities close by.

Why settle in Ottawa? Why is it such a sought-after city? Here is our perspective.

The main difference between a condo and an apartment is ownership. Condos are individually owned units within a larger building, and each owner can rent out their unit independently.

In this article, Vistoo compiled a list of the homebuyer assistance programs available right now across Canada.

The difficulty of accessing home ownership has been on everyone’s mind in recent years, particularly among young buyers.

Find out how Vistoo’s visionary approach has led to unprecedented conversion rates.