Bedford, Nova Scotia real estate market report for February 2021. The following graphs are for single family homes, year to date median statistics comparing all of Nova Scotia, The Halifax Regional Municipality and Bedford. As you can see over the past couple of years, the market has turned into
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03/02/2021
The real estate market in Halifax, Nova Scotia has never been like this. We've seen it in places like Toronto and Vancouver but never in Halifax. It's always been a steady and slow upward trend in values. It has been a buyer's market for at least a decade then January 2019 it turned into a balanc
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02/24/2021
There’s a lot to learn when you’re starting out on your home buying journey. From concepts like earnest money (deposit) to closing costs, it’s a lot to take in during a very short period. But of all the things to know, understanding the difference between being pre-qualified and pre-approved for
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02/17/2021
It's a seller's market here in the Halifax Region but that doesn't mean you shouldn't prepare. Two very important reasons why: 1) to meet buyers' high expectations 2) maximize earnings on the sale.The homeowner of this updated, move-in ready home has done everything to welcome new homeowners. The
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04/06/2019
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design.Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider w
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02/05/2019
The economic outlook for Nova Scotia, in particular, Halifax is bright. Viewed by Chief Economist for Laurentian Bank, Sebastien Lavoie, as one of the most optomistic economies in Canada right now.Factors such as business confidence, lower unemployment, population increase and stronger real estat
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12/12/2018
I am a big propenant to hiring professional photographers for my listings and always have been. Admittedly, I am often entertained with bad real estate photos. I noticed that bathrooms tend to make the list for most mind boggling design "solutions"For entertainment or sheer curiosity, here are a
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08/16/2018
Renters: Weekend or a While. What's the Best Use for your Investment Property? The residential rental market is now the fastest-growing segment of the housing market. In the United States, the demand for single-family rentals, defined as either detached homes or townhouses, has risen 30 percent i
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08/08/2018
It’s easy to get swept up in the excitement of buying a home. Once you’ve had an offer accepted on your dream house, you’ll probably be anxious to move in. However, before you make a significant financial commitment, it’s best to know exactly what you’re buying.When you hire a home inspector, you
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07/27/2018
Real Estate Relocation Guide: 7 Steps to a Seamless MoveWhatever your reasons are for relocating to a new area, the process can feel overwhelming.Whether you’re moving across across town or across the country, you’ll be changing more than your address. Besides a new house, you may also be searchi
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06/11/2018