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Monday, May 26, 2025

How to Value Your Halifax Property Before Selling

Thinking about selling your Halifax home? One of the first and most important steps is determining your property’s value. Knowing what your home is worth helps you set the right price, attract buyers, and maximize your return on investment. But how do you figure out the true value of your Halifax property?   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we specialize in helping Halifax homeo ...

Monday, May 26, 2025

How to Sell Your Halifax Home During the Holidays

Selling a home during the holidays might seem challenging, but it can be a surprisingly advantageous time to list your property. With fewer homes on the market and motivated buyers actively searching, your Halifax home can shine amid the festive season’s unique charm.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we’ve helped countless homeowners sell successfully during the holiday ...

Monday, May 26, 2025

How to Market Your Halifax Home to Out-of-Town Buyers

Thinking about selling your Halifax home? With Halifax’s growing popularity as a destination for newcomers, marketing your home to out-of-town buyers can open up a world of opportunities. Whether it’s retirees seeking a peaceful lifestyle, professionals relocating for work, or families looking for affordability and charm, Halifax’s appeal stretches far and wide.   At The P ...

Monday, May 26, 2025

How The Pike Group Stands Out in Halifax Real Estate

Are you looking for a real estate team in Halifax that will truly make a difference when selling your home? Choosing the right Realtor can feel overwhelming, but one name consistently stands out in the Halifax real estate market: The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike.   Whether you're navigating a competitive market or looking for a stress-free selling experience, Sandra Pike and her team go a ...

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

A Quick HALIFAX Market Update – What the Current Shift Means for Your Sale

Over the past few weeks, we’ve seen things start to slow down — not grind to a halt, but definitely take a breather. If your home hasn’t had as much action lately, you’re not alone, and it’s not a reflection of your property — it’s the market doing what markets do: shifting.   Here’s what the numbers are telling us:     🔻 Decli ...

Monday, May 19, 2025

Is Now the Right Time to Sell Your Halifax Home?

  Are you considering selling your Halifax home? Timing is everything in real estate, and knowing whether it’s the right time to list your property can make all the difference in achieving a successful sale. Factors like market trends, personal goals, and seasonal patterns all play a role in deciding when to sell.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we help Halifax homeowne ...

Monday, May 19, 2025

Is It Time to Downsize? Selling Your Halifax Home as a Senior

Thinking about downsizing your Halifax home? For many seniors, transitioning to a smaller space can be a smart move, offering financial savings, less maintenance, and more freedom to enjoy retirement. However, deciding to downsize can be both an emotional and practical decision, requiring careful thought and planning.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we specialize in helping seniors ...

Monday, May 19, 2025

How to Stage Your Halifax Kitchen to Impress Buyers

  When it comes to selling your Halifax home, the kitchen is a showstopper. Often referred to as the heart of the home, the kitchen is one of the most important spaces for potential buyers. A beautifully staged kitchen can leave a lasting impression and even help your home sell faster and for a higher price.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we know exactly how to make your kit ...

Monday, May 19, 2025

How to Handle Low Offers on Your Halifax Home

  Received a lowball offer on your Halifax home? Don’t panic! While it can be frustrating, low offers are part of the home-selling process, and how you handle them can make a big difference in your final sale. Instead of dismissing the offer outright, use it as a starting point for negotiations.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we’ve guided countless Halifax homeow ...

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

How to Make Your Home Look Bigger to Halifax Buyers

  Selling your Halifax home? One of the top priorities for buyers is space—whether it’s the square footage or how spacious your home feels. Even if your home is on the cozier side, you can use clever tricks to make it appear larger, more open, and inviting.   At The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, we know how to highlight every square foot of your home to captivate Halifax ...

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

How to Prepare an Older Home for Sale in Halifax

Are you thinking about selling your older home in Halifax? While homes with character and history have a lot of appeal, they often require extra care to prepare them for sale. Buyers love the charm of older properties, but they also want the assurance that the home has been well-maintained and is move-in ready.   At The Pike Group, led by Halifax Realtor Sandra Pike, we’ve helped coun ...

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

How The Pike Group’s Expertise Makes Selling in Halifax Easier

Thinking about selling your Halifax home? Whether it’s your first time or you’re a seasoned seller, the process can feel overwhelming without the right guidance. That’s where The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, comes in. With a combination of market expertise, personalized service, and proven strategies, we make selling in Halifax not only easier but also more successful.   ...

Tuesday, May 13, 2025

How The Pike Group Helps Halifax Sellers Achieve Their Goals

Thinking about selling your home in Halifax? Whether your goal is to sell quickly, maximize your profit, or find the right buyer who appreciates your property, the process can feel overwhelming without the right guidance. That’s where The Pike Group, led by Sandra Pike, comes in.   We’re dedicated to helping Halifax homeowners achieve their selling goals with personalized strate ...

Friday, May 09, 2025

Who’s Buying in Halifax? Meet Your 2025 Buyer — and What the Market’s Saying About Them

Hi there — it’s Sandra, back with another look into what’s really happening in the Halifax real estate market. Now that we’re cruising into May, I’ve spent some time analyzing the numbers from January through April, and let me tell you: this market is anything but sleepy.   But beyond the stats and spreadsheets (which, yes, I obsess over more than I care to adm ...

Friday, May 09, 2025

Halifax Real Estate Reality Check: What Unsold Homes Are Telling Us This Spring

This week, I carved out some time (and a large cup of coffee  I  mean wine) to dig deep into Halifax’s current inventory — and not just the shiny new listings, but the homes that haven’t sold. These are the properties that have been sitting, waiting, and often quietly dropping their prices.   With the help of AI, I combed through the data and patterns on every ac ...

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

Halifax Condo Market Update – April 2025: What You Really Need to Know

If you're following the Halifax condo market like it’s your favourite binge-worthy Netflix series, April 2025 just dropped a new episode—and yes, it's full of plot twists, power moves, and a few surprise endings. Whether you're buying, selling, or just snooping (we see you), here’s your front-row seat to all the action. Let's break it down, stat by stat.   Market Overview: ...

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

April 2025 New Construction Market Report: Price per Square Foot and Top Builders in Halifax & Surrounding Areas

The spring real estate market in Halifax is heating up—and new construction is front and centre. From Timberlea to Dartmouth, fresh builds are attracting eager buyers, and price-per-square-foot is a metric that’s telling us a lot about where the demand (and the dollars) are going.   If you’re a buyer scoping out where to invest—or a seller or builder curious about ma ...

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

Who’s Buying in Halifax? Meet Your 2025 Buyer — and What the Market’s Saying About Them

Hi there — it’s Sandra, back with another look into what’s really happening in the Halifax real estate market. Now that we’re cruising into May, I’ve spent some time analyzing the numbers from January through April, and let me tell you: this market is anything but sleepy.   But beyond the stats and spreadsheets (which, yes, I obsess over more than I care to adm ...

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

April 2025 Community Breakdown What Buyers and Sellers Need to Know

If April’s housing market in Halifax could talk, it would say, “Buckle up, because things are moving fast!” With sales on the rise and buyer behaviour shifting from community to community, we’re seeing a fascinating mix of price points, bidding wars, and areas quietly climbing the popularity ladder.   So let’s dig into the nitty gritty. Whether you're buying, s ...

Wednesday, May 07, 2025

April 2025 Halifax Real Estate Market Update: Still Hot, But Not Rushing Anymore

If you've been wondering what’s happening in the Halifax real estate market — let me break it down for you, just like I would if we were having coffee and chatting houses. April gave us some solid insights into where things are heading. Is the market slowing down? Not exactly. But it's not the frantic pandemic pace either. Let’s look at what the numbers are telling us.   & ...

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Halifax Real Estate: The New Deed Transfer Tax Will It Help With the Housing Crisis?

Are we still the friendly province? Our commercials certainly tell the tale that we are. However, as of April 01, 2022, we proudly state that we are not. Thank you to all of those who purchased locally our beautiful summer homes, here is a new tax bill.

New Mortgage Rates and our Market

Today I am interviewing Ian Angus of Royal Lepage Atlantic and Leanne Myles of the Clinton Wilkins Mortgage Team. The talk on the street is that people should not purchase any types of homes only if necessary. Rates have gone through the roof and home prices keep increasing. Some state that we are headed for a recession. Are these the thoughts of all local industry members?

Halifax Real Estate: It's All On The Table

We decided to have an open session today on any topic we could think of. Will open bidding work in our market? Should we be able to discuss pricing in an open forum? And much more. Join me, Sandra Pike as I host Adam Hennigar [Sutton] and Chandler Haliburton [Remax] as we put it all on the table for discussion.

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