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Selling a Home with a Private Well in Nova Scotia

SP Sandra Pike The Pike Group · Royal LePage Atlantic Halifax Seller's Guide Selling a Home with a Private Well in Nova Scotia A well is one of ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jul 10, 2026

Selling an Inherited Home in Halifax: Tax, Probate, and What to Expect

SP Sandra Pike, REALTOR® The Pike Group  ·  Royal LePage Atlantic Halifax & HRM Listing Specialist902-478-8711 Estate & Inherite...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Jun 26, 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

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

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

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

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 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

Why Halifax’s Proposed 10.5% Property Tax Increase Could Break the Market (and Homeowners)

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 carryin...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Nov 17, 2025

When “Assessed Value” Becomes a Selling Strategy

  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 ...

Posted by Sandra Pike on Nov 11, 2025
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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

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