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Halifax's Growth Pipeline Reaches Historic Scale: What HRM's May 2026 Briefing Means for Property Owners

Halifax Market Intelligence  |  May 2026 Source: Halifax Regional Municipality — UDI Breakfast Briefing, May 14, 2026 (Brad Anguish, Acting CAO) Hal...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 23, 2026

Why Halifax Real Estate Deals Are Falling Apart in 2026 — And How to Protect Yours

Market Commentary  •  Seller Strategy Why Halifax Real Estate Deals Are Falling Apart in 2026 — And How to Protect Yours A growing share of fir...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 23, 2026

Why Open Houses Don't Sell Homes in Halifax's 2026 Market

Seller Strategy  ·  Halifax Market 2026 Why Open Houses Don't Sell Homes in Halifax's 2026 Market In a steady, balanced Halifax market, the open ho...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 23, 2026

Why Roughly One in Ten Halifax Deals Fall Apart — and How Prepared Sellers Avoid Becoming One of Them

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 23, 2026

Probate, Property & Halifax Estate Sales

Estate Planning · Halifax Real Estate A listing agent’s guide to the probate timelines, tax wrinkles, and family dynamics that shape estate sales in Nova ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 23, 2026

Selling Your Halifax Home During Divorce: A Realistic Guide for Separating Couples

Halifax Real Estate · Seller Guide Selling Your Halifax Home During Divorce: A Realistic Guide for Separating Couples By Sandra Pike, REALTOR® · The P...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 21, 2026

The Halifax Market, Mid-May 2026

The Pike Group & Royal LePage Atlantic HRM · Mid-Month · Vol. V · 2026 Stats from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® The...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 20, 2026

The Best Time of Year to List in Halifax 

  Seniors often ask me, “Is there a best time to list my home in Halifax?”And I get it — when you’re preparing for a major life transition, ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 19, 2026

Halifax Housing Affordability: What HRM Should Build So Buyers Can Actually Afford Homes

Halifax Doesn’t Just Need More Housing. It Needs Housing People Can Actually Buy. There is a phrase we hear constantly in Halifax right now: “We need more ho...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 15, 2026

Halifax Seller Market Report: An Honest Read on the First Nine Days of May 2026

Stats from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR) Halifax Seller Market Report: An Honest Read on the First Nine Days of May 2026 Executive Summary The ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 14, 2026

How to Make Joint Decisions About Your Home When You Can Barely Speak to Each Other

  There are divorces where people stay friendly, calmly divide responsibilities, and work together like two well-oiled machines.And then there are the other 98%. &...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 13, 2026

Should You Sell in the Spring or Wait Until Fall?

  One of the most common questions seniors ask me is:   “Is it better to sell in the spring or wait until fall?”   The honest answer? &nb...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 12, 2026

Childcare in Halifax: What DND Families Need to Know

  If you’re moving to Halifax with young children, childcare is probably one of the first things on your mind — and for good reason. HRM’s childca...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 11, 2026

Why Local Agents Make a Big Difference

  When you’re a senior preparing to sell your home, you’re not just selling a property — you’re closing a chapter that’s filled with d...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 05, 2026

What Matters When Choosing a School Near the Base

  For military families, these criteria often top the list:   Commute time (to base and to school) Stability (will the school be good if you stay on...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 04, 2026

Pricing Your Home in Halifax

Halifax Real Estate  ·  Pricing Strategy Pricing Your Home in Halifax Pricing your home is one of the most important decisions you will make when...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 01, 2026

Selling a Home Is Not the Same as Listing One

Halifax Real Estate  ·  Selling Strategy Selling a Home Is Not the Same as Listing One A lot of people assume that once a home is listed, the har...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 01, 2026

Why Overpricing Your Halifax Home Can Cost You More

Halifax Real Estate  ·  Pricing Strategy Why Overpricing Your Halifax Home Can Cost You More When sellers think about pricing their home, the tem...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 01, 2026

What Happens Before Your Home Hits the Market

Halifax Real Estate  ·  Selling Strategy What Happens Before Your Home Hits the Market A lot of sellers think the process starts when the sign go...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 01, 2026

How to Choose the Right Listing Agent in Halifax

Halifax Real Estate  ·  Selling Strategy A good listing agent does more than put your home on the market. They help position it to compete. How to Choos...

Posted by Sandra Pike on May 01, 2026
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Sandra Pike Senior Specialist

Sandra Pike Senior Specialist

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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Sandra Pike luxury specialist

Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist™ since 2021, with specialized training and proven experience in marketing upper-tier homes.

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Listing Specialist

Accredited Listing Specialist since 2024, with specialized training in pricing, positioning, and marketing homes for sale.

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Completed divorce-focused real estate training in 2024 to help clients navigate separation, property decisions, and home sales with clarity and care.

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