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Halifax's single-family home market concluded 2025 with a pronounced inventory shortage that fundamentally reshaped market dynamics through the fourth quarter. While new listing activity declined 72% from October to early December, buyer demand remained robust, creating competitive conditions that f ...

If you’re thinking about selling your home in Halifax, one of the first questions that pops into your mind is the big one: “What is my home actually worth in today’s market?” Not last year’s market. Not what your neighbour got two years ago. Not what yo ...

Most people think downsizing is a straightforward financial move: sell the bigger home, buy a smaller one, pocket the difference, and call it a day. But in Halifax — especially in today’s market — there’s a bit more to the story. Downsizing can absolutely create finan ...

Stats from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR) December didn't tiptoe in this year — it marched in carrying a stack of mixed signals that only the Halifax real estate market could decode. The first seven days of the month tell a story of an active yet strangely uneve ...

Selling a home is never just a transaction, especially here in Halifax where homes hold strong family stories. For many seniors, the thought of selling the home you’ve lived in for decades can stir up every emotion in the book. There’s pride, sadness, excitement, worry, nostalgia ...

The latest analysis of 39 new-construction sales across Halifax Regional Municipality shows a market defined by pricing precision, geographic variability, and clear differences in builder strategy. While overall activity remains steady, performance is not uniform; certain communities are commanding ...

Selling a home at any age can feel stressful, but for many Halifax seniors, the emotions run deeper and the fears hit harder. Your home may hold decades of memories, financial comfort, routines, and a sense of identity — so of course the thought of selling can trigger everything from m ...

Talking to your family about selling your long-time Halifax home can feel like trying to defuse a bomb with oven mitts on. No matter how close your family is, this topic carries emotion, history, and a whole lot of opinions. For many seniors, this is one of the hardest parts of the entire do ...

If you’ve been living in your Halifax home for 20, 30, or even 40 years, you’ve probably felt the little nudges — the “maybe it’s time” moments that show up when you’re shovelling snow in February, staring at three empty bedrooms, or watching another month o ...

Landing in Halifax is like stepping into a postcard — ocean views, friendly faces, and that salty Atlantic breeze that somehow smells like adventure. But before you dive into home hunting or unpacking boxes, your first week here should be about getting your bearings. I’ve worked ...

If you’re new to Halifax, you’ve probably already heard locals throw around the term “HRM” — short for Halifax Regional Municipality. It’s a big area that includes not just Halifax city proper, but also Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville, and dozens of small co ...

When you get your posting to Halifax, the first big question isn’t “When do we move?” — it’s “Where should we live?” Halifax has an incredible mix of neighbourhoods, from ocean-view communities to suburban family hubs. But finding the right fit depe ...

When you’re relocating to Halifax under a DND posting, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to buy or rent. Each option has its own benefits — and pitfalls — depending on your posting length, market timing, and lifestyle. I’ve helped hund ...

Market Analysis | December 2024 In a recent conversation with Statistics Canada's Housing Statistics team, several critical data points emerged that underscore the structural challenges facing Halifax's housing market. For investors, executives, and professionals considering Halifax real es ...

Moving for a DND posting can feel like juggling a dozen things at once—packing, orders, family logistics, and house hunting from afar. If your next stop is Halifax, you’re in luck. This city doesn’t just welcome military families; it embraces them. As someone who&r ...

Status Breakdown · Days on Market · Duplicate Listings · Sales Outcomes This YTD analysis summarizes the performance of waterfront properties priced over $1 million within the 2025 Nova Scotia dataset. The findings highlight extended days on market, elev ...

Halifax is proposing a 10.5% property tax increase for 2025, and the impact on homeowners could be significant. From capped assessments to new construction owners carrying more than their share, this tax proposal is raising serious questions about fairness. Here’s what’s really going o ...

In Halifax, property assessments have taken on a strange double life. Sellers often treat their assessed value like a badge of honour—proof that their home is “worth” a certain number. Yet they also enjoy paying taxes on a much lower capped rate thanks to Nova Scotia’ ...

Executive Summary The Halifax condominium market faced significant turbulence in October 2025. Elevated inventory levels, widespread price reductions, and sluggish transaction volume combined to create an unmistakably buyer-favored environment. Only 18% of available listings ...

If you’ve ever thought, “A pre-inspection might scare buyers away,” you’re not alone.It’s one of the biggest myths I hear from Halifax homeowners — and it couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, pre-inspections don’t ki ...