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The Scenario: When a Buyer Walks Away Picture this: You finally find the right property in Halifax. It’s been sitting on the market for months, with a couple of price drops—the latest about 30 days ago. The numbers look right, you’ve pegged market value within a fe ...

The Numbers That Don’t Add Up If you’ve been following Halifax real estate reports, you’ve probably heard numbers that sound incredible: 78% of new listings in August sold. That paints a picture of a red-hot market where homes are flying off the shelves. B ...

Key Condo Market Stats (August) Metric Value Active on Market 205 Listed in August 82 Sold in August 40 Total Inventory Count 287 Percentage of Inventory Selling ~19.5% (40 ÷ 205) ...

Early August Came in Hot If August were a horse race, the first week was out of the gate like a rocket. From August 5th to 7th, Halifax buyers were clearly caffeinated and curious — showings hit 376, 440, and 453 respectively. That August 7th number? The highest of the entire ...

Should Halifax’s 10% Deed Transfer Tax Apply to Homes Over $600,000? The Halifax real estate market has been through the wringer lately, and buyers are already facing a wall of affordability issues. Now add in the new 10% deed transfer tax on non-resident buyers that k ...

The Alarming Numbers No One’s Talking About Let’s get real for a second: deals in Halifax are crumbling at a rate that should make every REALTOR® sit up a little straighter. Between June and August, 1,327 homes sold. That sounds great… until y ...

Market Overview The Halifax real estate market continues to show its shifting patterns, and the data for August 2025 reveals some important truths about what’s really happening. On the surface, it may look like plenty of homes are being listed and sold, but when you dig into t ...

Legal Framework for Real Estate in Divorce In Nova Scotia, real estate division in divorce depends on your legal status: Married Couples (Matrimonial Property Act):The matrimonial home—the place you lived during marriage—gets divided equally, no matter whose name ...

Introduction: Selling in Halifax as a Senior Selling your home in Halifax can feel like more than just a business decision — especially for seniors. It’s emotional, it’s practical, and sometimes it’s downright overwhelming. Whether you’re downsizing to ...

What Really Happens Behind the Scenes When You Hire a Halifax REALTOR® Let’s be honest: selling a home today isn’t what it was five years ago. The market has changed, buyers are more cautious, and there are over 700 new agents in the mix—many of whom have never ...

Economic trends are the backbone of any real estate market—and in Halifax, Nova Scotia, their influence is impossible to ignore. Whether you're a buyer, seller, investor, or just watching from the sidelines, knowing how interest rates, population growth, job markets, and supply levels interact ...

If you own a home or investment property in Halifax, you may not realize just how much influence municipal planners have on its value — but make no mistake, their decisions can make or break your bottom line. From zoning bylaws to major development projects, the choices made at city hall can s ...

If you’re planning to sell a home or land in Nova Scotia, there’s a new rulebook you need to be aware of. As of July 1, 2025, the Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission (NSREC) has implemented mandatory updates to the Property Disclosure Statement (PDS)—specifically Form 211 for proper ...

How Halifax Rental Rules Are Complicating Home Sales for Small Landlords in 2025 For small landlords in Halifax, the process of selling a rental property has become increasingly complex thanks to a mix of evolving rental regulations, short-term rental (STR) restrictions, and a fast- ...

The Unsung Hero of the Halifax Housing Market: Local Business When we talk about Halifax’s housing market, most people jump straight to interest rates or immigration stats. But if you’re a landlord—or a homeowner thinking about selling—it’s time to pay ...

How a Winning Real Estate Team Helps You Maximize Profit When Selling in Halifax When it comes to selling your home in Halifax, not all real estate agents — or teams — are created equal. If you're thinking of listing your property, choosing the right professionals can me ...

The words “buyer’s market” are enough to make most Halifax sellers break into a cold sweat — but don’t worry. This isn’t your cue to panic. It’s your cue to get strategic. If you're planning to sell your home in Halifax right now, he ...

The Best (and Worst) Times to Sell a Home in Halifax When it comes to selling your home in Halifax, timing isn’t everything — but it sure can help. Some months bring serious buyer energy, while others… well, they might leave you wondering if your “Fo ...

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Home in Halifax? If you’re a homeowner in Halifax wondering whether it’s time to list your property, you’re not alone. With interest rates dancing around, buyer demand shifting, and pricing expectations on a rollercoaster, ...