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Halifax Real Estate Market Update: March 2026

  Sandra Pike Royal LePage Atlantic · Halifax, NS Stats from the Nova ScotiaAssociation of REALTORS® (NSAR) Market Intelligence &middo...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Mar 09, 2026

Planning Your Move: A 6-Week Countdown Checklist

  Moving later in life can feel like a mountain — even if you're excited about the next chapter. The sorting, the packing, the planning, the decisions…...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jun 02, 2026

Downsizing Without Stress: What to Keep, Donate, or Gift

  One of the hardest parts of downsizing isn’t the move itself — it’s deciding what to do with a lifetime of belongings. Every object holds a stor...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jun 09, 2026

How to Handle Moving Day When You’re Not 25 Anymore

  Moving day is a big deal at any age — but let’s be honest, it hits differently once you’re past the stage of lifting boxes “just for fun&r...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jun 16, 2026

The Pricing Reality Check: What the Halifax Market Is Telling You Right Now

  The Pike Group · Royal LePage Atlantic Stats: Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR) Halifax Market Insight · 2026 The Pricing Real...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 27, 2026

Halifax Home Prices Are Dropping Feb 01 2026

Halifax real estate prices are stabilizing after several years of rapid growth. Based on verified MLS® and market activity data from January 2023 through February 202...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 13, 2026

February 2026 Newsletter

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 13, 2026

Halifax Real Estate Market January 2026: Buyer Power Is No Longer Theoretical

  January 2026 didn’t hint at a market shift — it confirmed it. Halifax opened the year with 978 single-family homes available for sale, one of the hig...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 04, 2026

Nova Scotia's New First-Time Homebuyer Program: What It Actually Means for Halifax Buyers

NEWS & POLICY · FEBRUARY 3, 2026 Nova Scotia's New First-Time Homebuyer Program: What It Actually Means for Halifax Buyers Sandra Pike, REALTOR®5 min rea...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 04, 2026

HRM's New Suburban Plan: What It Really Means for Halifax Property Owners & Investors

HRM's New Suburban Plan: What It Really Means for Halifax Property Owners & Investors Sandra Pike, REALTOR® | February 3, 2026 | 8 min read Halifax Region...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 03, 2026

Mortgage Rates & the 2026 Renewal Wave: What Halifax Homeowners Need to Know Now

STATS FROM THE NOVA SCOTIA ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NSAR) MARKET INTELLIGENCE • FEBRUARY 3, 2026 Mortgage Rates & the 2026 Renewal Wave: What Halifax ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 03, 2026

What “Affordable Housing” Really Means in Halifax (And Why the Definition Matters More Than Ever)

What “Affordable Housing” Really Means in Halifax (And Why the Definition Matters More Than Ever) If you follow Halifax real estate headlines for more than ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 03, 2026

Halifax Condominium Market Report – January 2026

If you’re wondering whether Halifax’s condominium market has shifted, January 2026 gives a very clear answer: buyers are in control. According to statistics ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 02, 2026

January 2026 Newsletter

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 30, 2026

November 2025 Newsletter

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 30, 2026

When Helping Your Kid Buy a Home Costs Tens of THOUSANDS: Nova Scotia's Deed Transfer Tax Crisis

I stood in a Halifax condo last weekend watching a mother from Newfoundland process information that would fundamentally change her family's financial planning. Her son&m...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 29, 2026

Bank of Canada Holds Rates at 2.25%: What This Means for Halifax Home Buyers and Sellers in 2026

  The Bank of Canada announced today that it is holding its target overnight rate at 2.25%, with the Bank Rate at 2.5% and the deposit rate at 2.20%. In plain Engli...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 28, 2026

Why Apartments Count as Housing Units in Halifax Real Estate (And Why That Matters for Our Housing Numbers)

  Why This Question Keeps Coming Up in Halifax   If you follow Halifax real estate news — or you’ve ever read a provincial housing announcement &...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 28, 2026

Halifax Real Estate Market Update: January 2026 Shows Buyers Are Active—but Selective

Halifax Real Estate Market Update: January 2026 If January felt “quiet” to you, the numbers politely disagree. While winter always comes with fewer listings...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 26, 2026

Halifax Traffic Congestion The 3rd Worst??

Halifax has recently been ranked 3rd worst in Canada for traffic congestion, based on the average time it takes to travel roughly 10 km during peak periods. That’s ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 21, 2026
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Seniors Real Estate Specialist since 2021, with specialized training to help clients aged 50+ navigate downsizing, lifestyle changes, and real estate transitions.

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