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 ...
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 ...
The Halifax condo market in September delivered a clear picture of where things stand: balanced, but shifting. While condos remain an attractive entry point for buyers, this past month highlighted how sensitive the market is to pricing and condition. Key Numbers for Septembe ...
The Halifax real estate market in September 2025 revealed more than just active sales and new listings—it highlighted the critical story behind terminated deals. According to data from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR), 916 deals were written in September, sh ...
If you’ve been talking to agents lately, you might get the impression Halifax is still buzzing with bidding wars and lineups of buyers. Let’s be clear: it’s not. As of mid-2025, only 26% of listings are selling across Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM). Homes are ...
There’s renewed discussion at Halifax Regional Council about introducing a tiered deed transfer tax (DTT) — an idea championed by Councillor Sam Austin and supported in principle by Councillor Shawn Cleary. It’s being positioned as a fairer system that adjusts with home values. But ...
The Numbers That Don’t Add Up If you’ve been following Halifax real estate reports, you’ve probably heard numbers that sound incredible: 78% of new listings in August sold. That paints a picture of a red-hot market where homes are flying off the shelves. B ...
Key Condo Market Stats (August) Metric Value Active on Market 205 Listed in August 82 Sold in August 40 Total Inventory Count 287 Percentage of Inventory Selling ~19.5% (40 ÷ 205) ...
Early August Came in Hot If August were a horse race, the first week was out of the gate like a rocket. From August 5th to 7th, Halifax buyers were clearly caffeinated and curious — showings hit 376, 440, and 453 respectively. That August 7th number? The highest of the entire ...
Should Halifax’s 10% Deed Transfer Tax Apply to Homes Over $600,000? The Halifax real estate market has been through the wringer lately, and buyers are already facing a wall of affordability issues. Now add in the new 10% deed transfer tax on non-resident buyers that k ...
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