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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

Halifax Real Estate Market Update: What January 2026 Data Tells Sellers (So Far)

If you’ve been watching the Halifax real estate market closely — or maybe just feeling that things seem quieter — you’re not wrong. The first 11 ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 12, 2026

Halifax Single Family Home Market Update: December 2025 Resale Stats Show Buyers Holding the Advantage

Executive Summary Halifax’s single-family resale market closed out December 2025 with buyers firmly in control. Of the 239 homes sold during the month, 75% transac...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 05, 2026

Halifax New Construction Market Update: December 2025 Data, Builder Strategies, and Pricing Reality

If you only looked at headlines, you might think Halifax’s new construction market slowed down in December 2025. The reality is more nuanced — and far more in...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Dec 31, 2025

Why Some Homes Sit on the Market (and How to Avoid It)

  One of the hardest questions a seller can ask themselves is:“Why isn’t my home selling?”   It feels personal. It feels frustrating. And i...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Apr 07, 2026

Small Fixes, Big Payoffs: Easy Updates Before You List

  There’s a funny moment that happens with almost every seller. You start looking around your home — the same home you’ve lived in for years &mdas...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Mar 17, 2026

Pricing Smart in a Slower Market

  Here’s the thing nobody likes to admit: in a slower market, the price you choose can make or break your entire sale. This isn’t the 2021-2022 frenzy a...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Mar 31, 2026

How Professional Photos Sell Homes Faster

  Every buyer today starts their home search online. They scroll through listings the same way they scroll through TikTok or Instagram — fast. In seconds, yo...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Apr 14, 2026

Halifax Real Estate December 2025: What the Numbers Actually Say (and What Sellers Should Do Next)

If you’re wondering why your home hasn’t sold — or you’re planning to list in Halifax in 2026 — December’s real estate data tells a ve...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Dec 29, 2025

What to Do With Stuff Nobody Wants

  If you’ve ever stood in the middle of a room holding an item you swear someone should want — welcome to the club. Every home seller reaches this momen...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Mar 10, 2026

Decluttering Tips That Actually Work (and Don’t Cause a Family Fight)

  Decluttering a home is a bit like starting a diet: everyone loves the idea of it… until it actually begins.   Suddenly, your adult kids want to kee...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Mar 02, 2026

2025 Halifax Real Estate Recap

  Year-to-Date Market Analysis 2025 Halifax Real Estate Recap Single-Family Home Market Performance • Halifax Regional Municipality Stats from the Nova ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Feb 17, 2026

Halifax Water 2026 Rate Increase Explained: Costs, Cuts, and What Homeowners Face

Is the Halifax Water Rate Decision Good for Halifax Residents?   Short answer: It’s better than what was proposed — but it’s not a win. In Decem...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Dec 16, 2025

Who Actually Owns the Home During a Divorce? A Clear Guide to Matrimonial Property in Nova Scotia

  Separating from a partner is emotional, overwhelming, and often messy—not just for the heart, but for the finances too. And if you’re like most people...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 07, 2026

Selling Your Halifax Home During a Divorce: Or Is Refinancing or a Buyout Better?

  Separation is overwhelming enough without adding real estate into the mix, and for most Halifax couples, the biggest asset — and the biggest stressor &mdash...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jan 28, 2026
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