Things To-Do Mother's Day 2025 in Nova Scotia

Let’s take a moment to think about all the things moms have done for us over the years, often without expecting anything in return. Countless home cooked meals, managing daily routines, help with homework or tasks around the house. We are truly blessed to have their unconditional love. This Mother’s Day we have an opportunity to really show them how much we appreciate them. Nova Scotia has a wide variety of events coming up this Mother’s Day weekend to help you show your mom how much you really appreciate her in meaningful and creative ways. 

WHEN : May 11, 2025 at 12:30 pm and a second sitting at 3:00 pm 

WHERE : Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum - 471 Poplar Drive, Cole Harbour 

COST : Tickets can be purchased in advance, $39 for…

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Dartmouth Home for Sale Coming Soon 52 Lexington

Dartmouth Home Coming Soon to MLS®!

This stunning home in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia is coming soon to the market! With three spacious bedrooms and four bathrooms, 52 Lexington Avenue offers plenty of space for family or houseguests.

View more photos and property details here.

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Nova Scotia's Non-Resident Deed Transfer Tax

If you’re planning on purchasing residential property in Nova Scotia, it's important to be aware that there is a new Deed Transfer Tax you’re required to pay if you’re not a resident of the province, called the Non-Resident Deed Transfer Tax.

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If you move to Nova Scotia within six months, and provide proof that you’ve relocated within that six month time frame though, you don’t have to pay this tax! This exemption is granted on an individual basis. This means that if you were to move to Nova Scotia within the 6…

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Meet Halifax's First Real Estate Mobile Office

Constant and never ending improvement. That's our mantra. Our team is constantly tweaking and adapting how we work to better serve you.

That's where Halifax's first ever Real Estate Mobile Office, or what we like to call, REMO, comes in. We fully customized this 16 foot travel trailer to serve as an office on the go; a place where we can work with you face to face, no matter where you are in Halifax Regional Municipality.

So how did this exciting new venture come to be? And where is it going? Let's hear it from the mind behind REMO himself, CENTURY 21 All Points' Broker & Co-Owner, David Yetman.

When did you first come up with the idea for a mobile real estate office?

25 years ago, I thought that it could be my own "USP" Unique…

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The Fall Market Is Here!

As we move into the Fall season, not only are the temperatures and the leaves changing but we are seeing a shift in the real estate market in Halifax. 

The first part of 2021 was a “whirlwind” of activity including properties selling quickly, multiple offers and sale prices over the listed price. And yes, lots of buyers from around the country and beyond. 

In the past month for buyers, we have started to see things improve in terms of fewer competitive offers and less inflation of pricing on offers. Inventory continues to be a challenge in some areas but as long as buyers are patient and have well-defined expectations in terms of what they want or need they will be successful in their search for the perfect home. Working with a…

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The Halifax Real Estate Market Is On Fire?!

While certainly a popular sentiment, it's not entirely accurate. There are little fires here and little fires there, and it's true that houses in some areas are selling faster than others and some types of houses generate multiple offers.

In order to understand the market we are currently in here in Halifax, you need to understand what is driving the multiple offers, low inventory, etc.

A metric that REALTORS® use is the "Sales to List Price Ratio", or in others words... What is the percentage of price over the list price that homes are selling for?... On average!

Currently it is at 103.99%* which means that if a house was listed at $100,000 it would, on average, sell for $103,990. If it was listed at $300,000 it would, on average, sell for…

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Preparing for a Storm in Nova Scotia

We're Canadians Eh? 

As Canadians, we know what winters can be like. Now that winter is upon us it's a good idea to be prepared for Nova Scotia's unpredictable weather. Most of these tips can be used for any storm, whether it is winter or any other season. 

Were you here for White Juan? I remember it very well and, I also remember not being prepared for it. I will certainly never forget the amount of snow we received during that storm! We haven't had a storm quite like that in a while but we need to stay vigilant especially during these unprecedented times we are living in. It's time to take stock of what you have to be prepared for in a storm. Do you have everything you need?

We've created a helpful guide to preparing your home and family…

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Pinching Pennies

If buying a home is in your future, saving for the down payment could be your first hurdle.

Here, we've listed a few realistic tips, tricks, and hacks to get you started on your saving journey.

Now that you've taken the first steps and looked at your financial health critically, you probably have an idea of how much house you can afford. With that in mind, it's time to determine your down payment.

First, let's break down the down payment requirements:

• If the home you are buying is less than $500k, the minimum down payment is 5%
• If the home you are buying is more than $500k, the minimum down payment is 5% of the first $500,000 and 10% of the remaining cost up to $999,999
• If the home you are buying is over $1million, the minimum down…

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So You Want to Buy a House?

Congratulations! You've made the decision to take the plunge into homeownership! This is a very exciting time in your life -- but are you really ready?

Before you start making wish-lists, planning paint colours, or even book viewings, you need to be pre-approved!

Maybe you've tried the mortgage calculator and based on what you currently pay in rent, it seems like you'll be able to afford a pretty awesome house. While the calculator is a great tool to determine the approximate monthly payments for a specific home price, there's so much more involved in financing a home, as well as a lot of out-of-pocket costs that you might not be expecting. 

Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is probably the most important step in your home-buying journey.

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12 Reasons to List Your Home During the Holidays

Many people consider Spring to be the ideal season to list your home, and it certainly is the most popular time, but if you're considering selling your home there are many benefits to listing during the Holiday season!

1. People who look for a home during the winter months are more serious buyers. There may be fewer of them during the holidays but those who are looking are ready to pull the trigger.

2. People shop for homes all year. With listings available online, potential buyers are always browsing properties.

3. Some buyers may be looking to take advantage of tax breaks by purchasing a home before the end of the year.

4. Houses show better when decorated for the Holidays. Decorating your home makes it feel warmer and more inviting

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