Divorce can bring out unpredictable behaviour during a home sale. Learn the red flags REALTORS® see most often in Halifax — and the strategies that protect the sale, equity, and timeline.
Moving as a senior takes special care. Here’s how to choose a trustworthy Halifax moving company that understands downsizing, safety, and smooth transitions.
When is the best time for Halifax seniors to list their home? Here’s a clear, data-backed look at seasonal trends to help you choose the timing that fits your goals.
Halifax seniors often wonder when to list their home. Learn the pros and cons of selling in spring vs. fall, based on real trends and local experience.
Local expertise matters—especially for seniors. Learn why choosing a Halifax-based REALTOR® gives you better guidance, stronger connections, and a smoother sale.
Staging helps senior home sellers in Halifax make a strong first impression. Learn how smart, simple staging attracts buyers and increases your sale price.
Discover how virtual tours and iGUIDE analytics help Halifax sellers attract serious buyers, increase engagement, and make smarter listing decisions.
Professional real estate photos attract more buyers and stronger offers. Learn why top-quality photography is essential for selling your Halifax home faster.
Halifax home sales are slower, and buyers are picky. Learn how smart pricing protects your sale and positions you ahead of competing listings.
Halifax real estate enters 2026 with 978 listings, heavy price reductions, and strong buyer leverage. What sellers and buyers need to know now
Curious what your Halifax home is truly worth? Here’s how real market value is determined today—and why your home may be worth more (or less) than you think.
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 five minutes, you’ll notice one phrase doing a lot of heavy lifting: “Affordable housing.” It gets used in policy announcements, campaign speeches, ...
If you’re wondering whether Halifax’s condominium market has shifted, January 2026 gives a very clear answer: buyers are in control. According to statistics from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS®, 32 condominiums sold across nine Halifax districts in January. On the surface, that may sound steady—but ...
Halifax-focused guide explaining how to sell, refinance, or buy out a spouse during divorce in Nova Scotia. Clear, supportive, practical options.
The Bank of Canada held rates at 2.25%. Here’s how inflation, jobs, and trade uncertainty affect Halifax real estate in 2026.
Seniors often feel anxious about selling their Halifax home. Here are the most common fears — from pricing to moving — and how to move forward confidently.
January 2026 Halifax real estate stats reveal strong buyer activity, rising showings, and selective pricing. What this means for sellers and buyers right now.
Halifax traffic ranks 3rd worst in Canada — but housing demand remains strong. Discover what congestion means for buyers, sellers, and neighbourhood choices.
Worried about talking to your family about selling your Halifax home? Here’s how seniors can communicate clearly, avoid conflict, and make confident decisions.
Clear, supportive guide to who owns the home during divorce in Nova Scotia. Understand matrimonial property rules and Halifax real estate options.
Wondering if it’s time to downsize your Halifax home? Here are the clearest signs, practical considerations, and local tips to help seniors make a confident move.
The Halifax real estate market has started 2026 slowly — and that’s not a bad thing. Here’s what the first 11 days of January actually tell us about inventory, pricing, and seller expectations across HRM.
Letting go of a long-time Halifax home is emotional. Learn how to navigate memories, family dynamics, and the transition with clarity, support, and confidence.
December 2025 confirmed that Halifax’s single-family resale market remains buyer-driven, with 75% of homes selling below asking and inventory up 21%. Pricing strategy and positioning are now decisive.
December 2025 Halifax new construction data shows pricing pressure, slower absorption, and buyer leverage. Full analysis of builders, pricing, and communities.
December Halifax real estate stats show fewer listings, longer days on market, and stronger pricing. What this means for sellers in 2026.
Halifax real estate slowed in December 2025 as expected. Fewer listings, reduced showings, and steady pricing point to a seasonal pause—not a downturn.
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 December 2025, the Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board approved Halifax Water’s request for rate increases beginning January 1 and April 1, 2026 — but with significant ...
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 favored ...
Stats from the Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS® (NSAR) Halifax Real Estate Market Update 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 ...
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 premium ...
Halifax’s capped assessment system skews seller expectations and market value. Here’s why inflated assessments may look good—but cost you later.
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 sold, marking one of the ...
Thinking about selling your home in Halifax? A pre-inspection might just save your deal. Learn why smart sellers use pre-inspections to prevent surprises, reduce stress, and sell faster with The Pike Group.
Selling your Halifax home? Learn what to expect from a home inspection, what red flags to watch for, and when to walk away.
Learn the top home inspection red flags Halifax sellers must watch for. Avoid deal-breakers & sell with confidence with The Pike Group.
Boost your winter home sale in Halifax. Discover expert tips from Sandra Pike to impress buyers despite the cold.
Wondering when to list your Halifax home? Discover seasonal trends, buyer cycles & the best timing to sell for top dollar. Call The Pike Group today.
Discover cost-effective updates that boost your Halifax home’s value before selling. Get expert advice from Sandra Pike and The Pike Group.
The Build Canada Homes initiative will add 300 factory-built affordable homes in Dartmouth, NS, helping tackle Nova Scotia’s housing crisis.
Should Halifax listing agents delay offers? Learn how market power, trust, and negotiation tactics impact buyers & sellers in today’s Halifax real estate market.
Halifax real estate isn’t as strong as it looks. Only 26% of homes actually sold in August 2025, despite headline numbers showing 78%+. Here’s what’s really happening and why pricing matters.
Halifax condo sales slowed in August 2025 with high inventory, longer DOM, and rising price drops. See average prices, sales, and trends in this monthly update.
Halifax real estate showings peaked early August with 453 showings, then cooled by month-end. See the trends and what they mean for sellers.
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 kicked in on January 1, 2025—and ...
Nearly 1 in 4 Halifax real estate deals are falling through. Learn why deals collapse—buyer remorse, financing issues, home inspections—and how smart agents can keep sales together.
Halifax home sales slowed in August 2025—only 26% sold, most under asking. See key pricing trends and what it means for buyers and sellers.
Discover what seniors in Halifax should expect when selling their home. Practical tips, market insights, and expert advice from Sandra Pike.
Think your Halifax REALTOR® just puts up a sign and waits? Think again. Here’s what actually goes on behind the scenes to get your home sold in today’s market.
Discover how key economic trends—like population growth, interest rates, employment, and housing supply—are driving the Halifax real estate market in 2025. Insights for homebuyers, sellers, and investors in Nova Scotia.
Discover how municipal planners in Halifax shape your property’s value through zoning, infrastructure, heritage protections, and community planning. Essential insights for homeowners and sellers.
Selling property in Nova Scotia? As of July 1, 2025, new rules require updated Property Disclosure Statements (Forms 211 and 212). Learn what’s changed, what you need to disclose, and how to protect yourself legally.
Discover how Halifax’s rental laws, short-term rental restrictions, and market trends are impacting small landlords trying to sell tenanted properties in 2025. Learn the challenges, risks, and strategies involved.
Discover how Halifax’s local businesses influence home prices, buyer demand, and neighborhood appeal—essential insights for homeowners and landlords.
Discover how working with one of Halifax’s top-performing real estate teams can help you sell your home faster and for more profit. The Pike Group brings strategy, staging, and negotiation power to maximize your return.
Not sure when to sell your home in Halifax? Discover the best (and worst) times to list, based on market trends, seasonality, and expert local insights.
Wondering if now is the best time to sell your home in Halifax? Get local insights, market trends, and expert advice to help you decide with confidence.
High transportation costs, limited transit, and changing commuting habits are reshaping Halifax real estate. Discover how walkability and transit access are driving buyer demand in 2025.
Learn why Sandra Pike and The Pike Group are Halifax's go-to Realtors for home sellers. Discover their local expertise, innovative marketing, and proven success. Contact us today!
Learn what market trends affect the price of your Halifax home. From population growth to interest rates, Sandra Pike explains how to maximize your home’s value!
Are we still the friendly province? Our commercials certainly tell the tale that we are. However, as of April 01, 2022, we proudly state that we are not. Thank you to all of those who purchased locally our beautiful summer homes, here is a new tax bill.
Today I am interviewing Ian Angus of Royal Lepage Atlantic and Leanne Myles of the Clinton Wilkins Mortgage Team. The talk on the street is that people should not purchase any types of homes only if necessary. Rates have gone through the roof and home prices keep increasing. Some state that we are headed for a recession. Are these the thoughts of all local industry members?
We decided to have an open session today on any topic we could think of. Will open bidding work in our market? Should we be able to discuss pricing in an open forum? And much more. Join me, Sandra Pike as I host Adam Hennigar [Sutton] and Chandler Haliburton [Remax] as we put it all on the table for discussion.
