Why Kaufman Group
As a record breaking team that has set historic benchmarks for Canadian real estate and for the Sotheby’s International Realty network globally, we showcase your home to quality buyers locally and internationally.
We offer the highest level of service, discretion and marketing, regardless of your home size, neighbourhood or price point.
we have consistently broken records since our inception
- listed and sold the highest priced home ever sold in the province of Quebec
- listed and sold the highest priced condo ever sold in the province of Quebec
- listed and sold the highest priced semi-detached ever sold in Westmount
- sold the highest priced condo ever in the Plateau
- listed and sold the highest priced home in Westmount in 2021
- and many, many more…
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$2+B
total sales volume
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40+
years of experience
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118+B
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dedicated to you
The Kaufman Group Advantage
This dynamic group is now modernizing the experience of buying and selling real estate by cultivating a spirit of collaboration, innovation and integrity. Fostering a culture of partnership in which all our clients are represented in a cooperative environment by all of us, therefore ensuring our buyers and vendors have a competitive edge in the market.
Because of our unique Sotheby’s International network, we have trusted partners in 70+ countries around the world. This not only gives us access to an exclusive group of qualified buyers but brings maximum exposure to all the properties we represent.
Partners
Alfee Kaufman
Alfee Kaufman
Graduating at the top of her class from McGill University’s Desautels Faculty of Management, Alfee began her real estate career nearly twenty years ago-while still in business school-when she impressively secured one of her very first transactions by selling a property to the dean of her faculty. From that moment on, her trajectory in the industry.
Continue readingAs Senior Partner, Alfee has become an integral pillar of The Kaufman Group and a driving force behind many of the team’s record-breaking achievements. Smart, innovative, and relentlessly strategic, she has evolved into a record-setting leader within Montreal’s luxury real estate market.
Her strong business foundation has shaped her into a master negotiator, celebrated for her precision, insight, and ability to navigate the most complex, high-stakes transactions. She has been instrumental in securing some of the highest-value sales in Quebec, consistently demonstrating exceptional skill, discretion, and determination.
Alfee’s depth of market knowledge enables her to guide clients through every step of the buying and selling process with clarity and confidence. Beyond her professional expertise, she is a trusted advisor who values long-term relationships and fosters genuine connections. Her blend of competence, warmth, and relatability makes her especially effective with first-time buyers, while her tenacity ensures that every client achieves the strongest possible result.
Liza Kaufman
Liza Kaufman
Liza Kaufman, Founding Partner of Sotheby’s International Realty Québec, is recognized as one of the most influential figures in global luxury real estate. A member of the prestigious TOP 100 group- brokers responsible for more than $18B in sales this year alone-she consistently ranks among the most powerful forces in high-end property sales and marketing worldwide.
Continue readingRepresenting exceptional homes in Montreal’s most coveted neighbourhoods, including Westmount, Downtown, and the Golden Square Mile, Liza also commands an international portfolio of country estates, equestrian properties, and premier vacation residences. Her track record is unmatched: her recent transactions set historic benchmarks for both the highest-priced residential property and the highest-priced condominium ever sold in the province of Quebec.
Liza’s global perspective is rooted in a life lived around the world. Born in Peru, raised in Toronto, and educated in Los Angeles and Paris, she has also called Greece and New York City home. Fluent in five languages and deeply comfortable in any cultural setting, she brings a rare international fluency to every client relationship.
Before entering real estate, Liza built a successful career in corporate finance, honing the management expertise and negotiation precision that now define her work. During her time as Public Relations Coordinator for the Academy Awards, she mastered the art of navigating complex, high-stakes environments and leading large-scale, multi-layered projects-skills that translate seamlessly into her luxury brokerage practice.
Focused, strategic, and unshakeably composed, Liza is a trusted Senior Global Real Estate Advisor whose insight is routinely sought by major media. She has appeared on Global TV, The National, Radio-Canada, CBC, CTV, The Globe and Mail, The National Post, and numerous international outlets. Her listings have been showcased in the world’s most respected publications, including the Robb Report, Architectural Digest, International Herald Tribune, New York Times, Sotheby’s Auction Magazine, Reside Magazine, Mansion Global, and The Wall Street Journal.
Lindsay Hart
Lindsay Hart
After completing her legal studies, Lindsay Hart entered the luxury real estate market in 2008 and quickly established herself as a trusted advisor in Montreal’s high-end property landscape. Working with a wide range of clients, she has built a reputation for delivering exceptional value to both buyers and sellers.
Continue readingLindsay’s continued success stems from her sharp market knowledge, meticulous attention to detail, and unwavering dedication. Her integrity, innovative approach, and legal background give her clients a distinct advantage-ensuring every transaction is handled with precision and confidence.
Over the years, Lindsay has cultivated a loyal and growing client base, earned through her hard work, reliability, and consistent results. Her clients know her as a professional who listens, follows through, and always acts with their best interests at heart.
Lindsay is proud to be part of Kaufman Group, where she contributes to elevating the business even further within a dynamic, cutting-edge, and collaborative environment.