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(Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 296 (378, 450, 420, 402) *166 Sold: 301 (296, 316, 239, 295) *131 Sale To Listing Ratio: 102% (78%, 70%, 60%, 73%) *65% Price Changes: 59 (60, 60, 41, 53) *56 Listings that went conditional/pending: 346 (358, 363, 260, 363) *125 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 48 (44, 50, 57, 63) *32 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 994 (1,031, 1,025, 988, 911) +2,135 Absorption Rate in weeks: 3 (4, 4, 4, 4) *19 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 364 (407, 437, 418, 347) *1,139 Average Single Family Home List Price: $419,177 ($413k,$434k,$410k,$450k) *$362k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $477,425 ($463k,$496K,$463k,$500k) *$355k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 114% (112%,114%,113%,111%) *98% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $379,900 ($380k,$380k,$380k,$380k)*$320k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$410,870 ($401k,$400k,$396k,$396k)*$320k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 14 (20, 11, 11, 26) *45 Condo Stats Active Condos: 101 (106, 99, 90, 90) *154 Average Condo Listing Price: $279,900 ($329k, $340k, $432k, $432k) *$286k Average Condo Selling Price: $348,000 ($355k, $366k, $453k, $453k) *$273k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 124% (108%, 108%, 105%, 105%) 96% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $303,400 ($310k, $309k, $300k, $300k) *$260k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $325,000 ($325k, $321k, $316k, $310k) *$255k Average Days on Market Condos: 10 (11, 66, 30, 30, 126) *40 Active Vacant Lots: 412 (397, 369, 361, 358) *717 Market Rant After a few weeks of much needed inventory gain (even if marginal), the newest lockdown has reset the overall inventory number to the beginning of the month, once again creating more tension in what was a loosening market. Speaking of the lockdown, it will likely be a couple more weeks until the full impact has been felt in the industry, as the residual activity prior to it concludes, like inspections etc. It was immediately noticed how few listings were coming to market this week however, which meant even less selection for buyers. The new restrictions prior to and post lockdown have really put the chokehold on property traffic, which seems to be the intended result. Still, a shocking number of listings went under agreement this week despite the lockdown, but the anticipation is that the coming week will be a better reflection of the intended result. We shall see! Another surprising stat that didn't change much was the expired/withdrawn pile, which perhaps should have surged with sellers pausing listings etc, but again, only a few days in to the lockdown, so this will also likely change soon. Still, the market persists. The lack of new additions and the surge of sales this week caused an over/under report on the sales to list ratio. The overbidding sales this year are really starting to show each week, and this week was another huge increase to the average list to sale spread. Most notably, we shattered a record this week for the lowest absorption rate ever reported on the blog, and coming in at a staggering 16 weeks fewer than last year at this time. If there was any question on just how volatile things are at the moment, that one key stat is the biggest indicator of our market environment. If it happens like it did last year where listings stayed off the market but buyer activity remained, then then we might see another buyer explosion on the other side of this thing. Only time will tell so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly "Adogtable" Hello everyone! My name is Lucky and I’m a 2.5 year old female Belgian Shepherd/Labrador mix. I’m pretty small for my breed, only weighing in at approximately 38lbs. I came from Mexico a few weeks ago and I'm so excited to for my next steps! After experiencing what it’s like to have FUR-siblings, I’d really like it if my FUR-ever home came with one or two of them too. I like having siblings around to look up to, learn from and I think it would definitely benefit me in my training. Wrestling with my FURsister is one of my all time favourite things to do! I’ve met a few small dogs at the dog park and I’m unsure if I like them or not. I haven’t been tested around cats, but as long as they do not get in my face I don’t see it being a problem. I like to play with my foster mom too but sometimes forget to change my play tactics and need to be reminded not to use my teeth/mouth on her arms/hands cause this seems to hurt her human skin. I do not bite hard, more just place my mouth and teeth over her arms and hands but with some training this will not be an issue. It may be best for me to be in a home with older kids as it does take me some time to warm up to new people, therefore I need to be in a home with kids that respect my space and understand that I need to come to them at my own time. I should also mention that fast movements and as I’ve said before loud noises, such as screaming or yelling, might not be the best environment for me because I get scared. Something I learned I really like doing is going for car rides. I must admit I do like to jump around so my foster mom thinks it’s best that I wear a harness and get strapped in for safety reasons. If I'm in the yard I also enjoy digging, I just want to see if there's anything down there! Something I learned I don’t really like is the leash because of my past. I may pull, even with my harness on, but I’m hopeful that with patience and guidance I may come to change this behaviour. I also get frightened when walking by cars, bikes and random road/street noises; therefore, I prefer to walk on a trail in the woods or a park. I’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of off leashed dogs at a local dog park, we sniffed each other and move on, and no issues. However if the off leashed dog runs towards me aggressively and gets in my face, I tend to give them a little snap. Hopefully with more time and patience I will learn that they don't mean me harm and are just excited to say hi. My foster mom currently works from home and I love her being home so much, she takes breaks with me to play inside and outside. She has left a couple of times for a few hours each time and I’m happy to report that I didn’t destroy anything, I did cry a little though. I haven't had any accidents inside since day 3 of being here, yay! I don't love baths but with time this could change, but I loved being brushed and do not mind my nails being clipped. I sleep in bed with my foster mom and FUR-siblings. I’m an early riser and get exicted to wake up my foster mom to let her know that I need to go outside to do my business. I’m great at eating and don't mind if humans or animals come around my food. I am however curious about what my foster FUR-sisters are getting in their food dishes, but l'm learning to leave them alone while they eat and mind my business. I do tend to counter surf for the human food though so best to keep clean counters. I do not know many commands, I will need a lot of training in these areas...we can learn together? Another thing I’m working on is my barking, I tend to bark at everything and everyone that I can see while I’m inside or outside my foster home. Are you my forever family?! My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! I also come with 6 weeks of pet insurance! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. 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Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 378 (450, 420, 402, 318) *150 Sold: 296 (316, 239, 295, 216) *98 Sale To Listing Ratio: 78% (70%, 60%, 73%, 68%) *65% Price Changes: 60 (60, 41, 53, 39) *70 Listings that went conditional/pending: 358 (363, 260, 363, 277) *112 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 44 (50, 57, 63, 35) *58 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 1,031 (1,025, 988, 911, 916) +2,134 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4 (4, 4, 4, 4.5) *19 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 407 (437, 418, 347, 338) *1,141 Average Single Family Home List Price: $413,037 ($434k,$410k,$450k,$485k) *$351k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $462,857 ($496K,$463k,$500k,$520k) *$350k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 112% (114%,113%,111%,108%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $379,900 ($380k,$380k,$380k,$375k)*$320k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$402,500 ($400k,$396k,$396k,$387k)*$320k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 20 (11, 11, 26, 26) *47 Condo Stats Active Condos: 106 (99, 90, 90, 103) *141 Average Condo Listing Price: $328,962 ($340k, $432k, $432k, $363k) *$329k Average Condo Selling Price: $355,128 ($366k, $453k, $453k, $380k) *$315k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108% (108%, 105%, 105%, 105%) 96% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $309,800 ($309k, $300k, $300k, $290k) *$260k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $324,900 ($321k, $316k, $310k, $299k) *$255k Average Days on Market Condos: 11 (66, 30, 30, 126, 57) *84 Active Vacant Lots: 397 (369, 361, 358, 358) *715 Market Rant Slight dip in the new additions this week, but I'm thinking this will be a bit lower next week given the new restrictions announced this week for the Halifax area. Already having the conversation with folks about how the return of the tightened rules will impact our market, and although I think it will decrease both buying and selling activity slightly, I don't think it will cause any major changes. If anything, the natural market trend is taking hold and providing a few more options to wary buyers week to week, tipping the scales back in the buyers direction. This tightening of restrictions will certainly add to it, but things have been edging in this direction over the last few weeks. I remember talking with folks when this thing first started last year and the initial reaction was that the entire industry was going to hit an extremely prolonged hiatus, when in reality, exactly opposite of that prediction happened. Will there be less buyers? sure. Will there be fewer listings? oh yeah! But they tend to balance themselves and have no doubt of buyer tenacity at the moment. Another vein of discussion circled around out of town buyers who seem to be influencing the drastic price inflation, since they are coming from big markets and know what it takes to win these bidding wars. Extreme offer amounts, cash offers, waving inspections and other conditions, mostly things that local buyers just can't get on board with, and rightly so. The idea is that these restrictions will choke out these remote and overbidding folks from "out west", giving the hope that local buyers will have a better chance at locking something down. Make no mistake, "local" buyers have all but adapted to some of these big city techniques, so do not expect these overbids and bidding wars to disappear, but hardline conditions like inspections etc will remain. "But buyers can't visit!". True, but many out of town buyers were not making the trip to house shop since this thing started, so it's business as usual for this group, leaning on their Realtors for live FaceTime walkthrough's, videos, virtual tours, and pictures to purchase property site unseen. Now this is the group that will likely be impacted the most with these restrictions, because there is an unknown when the restrictions will be lifted, so buying site unseen with an unknown closing date can be tricky. Still, where there's a will there's a way... This is going to be a year for the books, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly "Adogtable" I'm Tucker. I am a 4 yr old, 60lb pitbull mix. I was surrendered to Salcars because my parents didn't have enough time to give me the life that they think I deserved. I've spent the last few weeks in a foster home working on my doggy manners and getting some medical stuff done. I am a very sweet boy and I love to cuddle. I am very calm in the house and enjoy just relaxing on the couch. I love to go for walks and get really excited when you ask me if I want to go. I was always left to free roam in my previous home so I'm still working on my leash manners. I pull a lot on leash, everything is just so exciting. I do much better with my gentle leader, unless there is a person or dog I want to meet then I bark and pull to run towards them, which can be very intimidating for them but I just want to say hello. For this reason, I need controlled introductions with other animals as my foster mom says that I come on a little strong and I'm hard to control due to my size. I get along great with my foster fur siblings, both canine and feline. I am fully housetrained, I have good recall as long as there's no people or animals around that I need to go say hello to, I love car rides, I love food so this could be a great help with my training, I like eating snow and I can give paw and sit pretty. I'll jump right in the tub for you for bath time, no problem. I let my foster mom do whatever she wants to me with no issues; clean my ears, touch me everywhere, flip me around to see my belly... anything at all. I am definitely a sleep in bed with you kind of fella. I may start out sleeping elsewhere but don't worry, you'll wake up with me next to you so you can cuddle me. I am very respectful when others are eating, even the kitties. I don't bother them or their food. I won't touch your food either if you leave it. I'm very gentle taking treats too. My foster parents say that I am the goodest boy but I do bark a lot and loudly. Luckily my foster parents live a ways back from the road so I don't see too much that passes by. I bark whenever I am excited so I guess that doesn't exactly make me apartment friendly. I don't like being crated and I will bark nonstop until you let me out but I'm a good boy and don't need one. My former family said that I would chew up things when they weren't home but I haven't chewed anything up in my foster home except, of course, my toys. I do get a lot more exercise here than in my previous home so that helps. I love my humans alot and would definitely love them to be home with me more often than not. Please note that if you do have to leave me for awhile, that you'll return to a whole lot of howling. I just missed you so much, I can't control myself. I have met a 3 year old and a 9 year old, I was very good but very excited like I get with everyone. When I first came into care, I was very red and raw. The nice vet said I have allergies, that are currently being treated with a diet trial and medicated shampoo, and I'm much better. My foster mom says I'm just a big goof ball who needs help with some of my manners but the love I'll give you in return will be so worth it. Are you my forever family?! 💙 My adoption fee is a $400 donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 450 (420, 402, 318, 277) *139 Sold: 316 (239, 295, 216, 185) *104 Sale To Listing Ratio: 70% (60%, 73%, 68%, 67%) *75% Price Changes: 60 (41, 53, 39, 26) *42 Listings that went conditional/pending: 363 (260, 363, 277, 258) *110 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 50 (57, 63, 35, 27) *68 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 1,025 (988, 911, 916, 872) +2,155 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4 (4, 4, 4.5, 4.5) *17 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 437 (418, 347, 338, 304) *1,155 Average Single Family Home List Price: $434,314 ($410k,$450k,$485k,$447k) *$352k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $495,597 ($463k,$500k,$520k,$477k) *$345k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 114% (113%,111%,108%,107%) *98% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $379,900 ($380k,$380k,$375k,$370k)*$320k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$400,000 ($396k,$396k,$387k,$381k)*$318k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 11 (11, 26, 26, 40) *37 Condo Stats Active Condos: 99 (90, 90, 103, 106) *141 Average Condo Listing Price: $339,662 ($432k, $432k, $363k, $405k) *$235k Average Condo Selling Price: $366,113 ($453k, $453k, $380k, $426k) *$230k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108% (105%, 105%, 105%, 105%) 98% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $309,000 ($300k, $300k, $290k, $283k) *$255k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $321,000 ($316k, $310k, $299k, $280k) *$253k Average Days on Market Condos: 66 (30, 30, 126, 57) *8 Active Vacant Lots: 369 (361, 358, 358, 353) *730 Market Rant Hard to imagine that just a short 12 months ago the average sale price was still reporting lower than the listing price. It's also hard to fathom the intensity and competitive nature of the current market and how extremely competitive the market environment has become. I want to say that things are slowing, and some would say that they just might be, but I think there are more options for buyers to have a look at and offer on so the attention is divided. It's the Spring market and there usually is a lot of options around this time of year (usually). It doesn't help that all of the weekly listings are holding offers until Sunday, forcing the group of buyers to go after the one in the bunch that they liked the most and if it doesn't work out, rinse and repeat. There are a few more back to market listings I have noticed this week, even some price reductions, which are all indicators that this Sellers market is invincible! There may few fewer offers on listing, just because there are a few options that divide the group, but the offer amounts are still aggressive and well over the top in most cases. Anything with recreation attached to it, water access or views, or park like settings are going for a premium and by far the properties that are seeing the most extreme overbidding by volume. At this time last year things were still very uncertain, but one thing that was certain is that that the usual inventory surge of the Spring had basically came to a halt, which was devastating in an already persistent sellers market. With the lack of listings coming to market, the buyer mass grew, and it grew quickly. Finally, sellers started to return to market late last year, but by that time it was already too late and the current market conditions had taken hold. Seems this Spring has encouraged more sellers to come to market, including "by chance I get this amount" sellers, and the "un-sellable's" dynamic, which are all things to keep an eye out for! This is going to be a year for the books, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! HELP IS DESPERATELY NEEDED! This weeks "Adogtable" has been put on hold to hopefully help to shine a light on the recent dog surrender that occurred this week (77 in total) to the Nova Scotia SPCA. The story can be found HERE, but more importantly, the link to donate and really make a difference can be found HERE. Anything helps, and the shelter could really use your support! LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 420 (402, 318, 277, 236) *180 Sold: 239 (295, 216, 185, 198) *119 Sale To Listing Ratio: 60% (73%, 68%, 67%, 78%) *66% Price Changes: 41 (53, 39, 26, 58) *45 Listings that went conditional/pending: 260 (363, 277, 258, 207) *120 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 57 (63, 35, 27, 46) *53 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 988 (911, 916, 872, 859) +2,195 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4 (4, 4.5, 4.5, 5) *15 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 418 (347, 338, 304, 291) *1,184 Average Single Family Home List Price: $409,512 ($450k,$485k,$447k,$481k) *$338k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $463,396 ($500k,$520k,$477k,$507k) *$336k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 113% (111%,108%,107%,105%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $379,900 ($380k,$375k,$370k,$379k)*$320k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$396,000 ($396k,$387k,$381k,$375k)*$315k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 11 (26, 26, 40, 38) *51 Condo Stats Active Condos: 90 (90, 103, 106, 107) *143 Average Condo Listing Price: $431,591 ($432k, $363k, $405k, $421k) *$309k Average Condo Selling Price: $453,316 ($453k, $380k, $426k, $428k) *$303k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%, 105%, 105%, 105%) 98% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $299,900 ($300k, $290k, $283k, $283k) *$257k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $315,700 ($310k, $299k, $280k, $290k) *$254k Average Days on Market Condos: 30 (30, 126, 57, 118) *12 Active Vacant Lots: 361 (358, 358, 353, 364) *730 Market Rant Just as predicted, the listing activity launched into action this week with the biggest addition to the overall inventory so far this year! You could feel it in the air that something was about to change, or, just that annual trend was going to take hold. That was the hope anyways, and it looks like that is just what happened this week. Gains in all tracked products this week, but still desperately short from the already low numbers of last year at this time. Another big surge of much needed new listings this week, and although slightly lower than last week, sales still performed amazingly well for have a long weekend in the mix. Single family average list/sale prices reduced again this week, and the six month median values only took an very small increase this week, which may be a sign that things are starting to cap out. Of course, it's a very early, and probably premature indicator, but the fact it didn't jump by thousands in a week as it has been may be a sign. I personally think it's a false crest, and that the 6 month median won't truly catch up to whats happening until a few months from now. The market has changed so rapidly this year, and if people thought last year was incredible for the market here in Halifax, 2021 has it beat by a long shot so far! This is going to be a year for the books, so stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly Adogtable! I'm Teddy, a 3 yr old, 20lb griffon mix boy. I came from Egypt a couple weeks ago because my family didn't want me anymore and am now ready to start the search for my forever family. I would be a great companion for someone who enjoys a cozy night with a good movie as I am an expert snuggler. I love to learn new tricks because I'm rewarded with a tasty treat and I learn really fast! I am a medium activity boy, basically I just go with the flow, whatever you want to do, we'll do. I'm always happy to go for a walk as this means meeting all the new dogs. I'm an expert at walks and don't pull on leash. enjoy car rides and am very content to just look out the window. I also tolerate a bath well! I am very confident and happy around other dogs and I'd really like to live with another canine companion. I haven't met any kitties yet so not sure how I'd feel about them. I enjoy playing with toys but prefer the company of my family above all. It wouldn't hurt for me to gain some more weight as I was a bit too skinny when I arrived in Canada but it shouldn't take long as I love food! I live with 2 kids in my foster home and they respect my boundaries so all is good. I don't like them pulling my hair or stealing my food. And I will let them know with a little growl. I am very close to being completely housebroken with only occasional wee accidents. I currently go out three times a day and I do well on this schedule. I am good home alone and do not chew on furniture or other objects. I will spend most of my time lying on the couch or in my bed waiting for you to come back to me. When you finally return I will be just so happy that I'll greet you with a couple of affectionate barks. My foster mom says that I have a superpower - whenever you’re having a bad day, I can always put a smile on your face. This outgoing lovable boy just can’t wait to meet you, so fill out an application today! My adoption fee is a $400 donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 402 (318, 277, 236, 259) *196 Sold: 295 (216, 185, 198, 201) *140 Sale To Listing Ratio: 73% (68%, 67%, 78%, 78%) *71% Price Changes: 53 (39, 26, 58, 62) *47 Listings that went conditional/pending: 363 (277, 258, 207, 237) *116 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 63 (35, 27, 46, 31) *84 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 911 (916, 872, 859, 891) +2,194 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4 (4.5, 4.5, 5, 5) *14 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 347 (338, 304, 291, 306) *1,177 Average Single Family Home List Price: $450,149 ($485k,$447k,$481k,$469k) *$349k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $500,178 ($520k,$477k,$507k,$491k) *$356k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 111% (108%,107%,105%, 105%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $379,900 ($375k,$370k,$379k,$360k)*$316k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$395,900 ($387k,$381k,$375,$371k)*$314k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 26 (26, 40, 38, 40) *47 Condo Stats Active Condos: 90 (103, 106, 107, 104) *142 Average Condo Listing Price: $431,591 ($363k, $405k, $421k, $372k) *$265k Average Condo Selling Price: $453,316 ($380k, $426k, $428k, $390k) *$264k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%, 105%, 105%, 105%) 99% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $299,900 ($290k, $283k, $283k, $276k) *$253k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $310,138 ($299k, $280k, $290k, $279k) *$250k Average Days on Market Condos: 30 (126, 57, 118, 79)*61 Active Vacant Lots: 358 (358, 353, 364, 378) *740 Market Rant Although the inventory took a hit this week, it appears as though condo's took the brunt of the reduction since the single family home stats gained in numbers. One of the biggest additions to the weekly inventory happened this week as well, with a welcomed 402 properties that decided try their luck with this market. Usually, the end of the Easter long weekend marks the entry to the Spring market, so the hope is that we see a surge of listings turn active during this time to cool the sizzling sellers market a touch. Activity is nothing short of incredible at the moment, just look at the sales this week! There was twice the sales and three times more accepted offers this week compared to this year last time, despite having half the inventory of last years market. Single family home values took a reduction this week on average, but the spread of listing price to sales price was larger, where condo's reported quite opposite with inflated sales values, much higher than the median averages. Both products received increases in their six month median prices/sales numbers this week, continuing the surging property values in the Halifax market. So the hope remains that the Spring market will douse the flames of the fiery Sellers market we find ourselves in at the moment, and we should see the impact of the trend market take hold in the next few weeks, at least that is the hope for buyers out there right now. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly Adogtable! I'm Spike. I am a 10 yr old, 70lb lab mix boy. My owner passed away and his sister took me in but soon realized that I wasn't a fit for their household so they surrendered me to Salcars. I am now ready to start the search for my perfect fit. I am a very laid back, pleasant and polite senior fella. I walk well on a leash and have shown no aggression towards other dogs or people I've met, and have completely ignored flocks of ducks I see on my walks. I haven't met any cats in my foster home, but I used to live with a cat without any issues. I'm so great with all people but I think I'd prefer older kids as I'm in my golden years and very laid back so the quieter, the better. I don't mind car rides, although I definitely prefer riding shotgun, and I may bark at other dogs and people I see during the drive. I really enjoy playing fetch and tug in short intervals, but I don't really care for balls. Afterwards, I will happily get myself comfy somewhere and take a nap. I alway wants to know where my people are, I don't like when they leave the house without me, and I'll get so excited when you return. There's usually someone always home here but occassionally I've been left alone for very short periods with no issues. I also prefer all inside doors open in the house or I will paw at them if you're behind them. I take my time eating my food and prefer to just eat when I'm hungry and not at set times. My foster parents can touch me all over with no problems. I don't love baths but I don't give you much trouble. I'm terrified of thunder and will whine and stick like glue to my person. I sleep in my doggy bed in the living room and am content doing so as long as bedroom doors stay open. I am completely housebroken, no accidents for this big guy. My foster mom says I'm an all-around awesome dog. My rescuers noticed I was a little shaky in my back legs when I arrived so I got some xrays and everything was great except severe arthritis in my knees. We discussed operating but at my age and the severity of my arthritis, the vet doesn't feel this would do much good so we've opted for getting me some knee braces. They are ordered, I'm just awaiting their arrival. Because of my arthritis I will need to stay on joint supplements and fish oil for life. Anti Inflammatory meds and/or laser therapy may be an option for me down the road too. My adoption fee is a donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at http://form.jotform.com/60895241776264 This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 318 (277, 236, 259, 229) *301 Sold: 216 (185, 198, 201, 187) *182 Sale To Listing Ratio: 68% (67%, 78%, 78%, 82%) *60% Price Changes: 39 (26, 58, 62, 44) *84 Listings that went conditional/pending: 277 (258, 207, 237, 212) *214 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 35 (27, 46, 31, 30) *58 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 916 (872, 859, 891, 912) +2,184 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4.5 (4.5, 5, 5, 5) *13 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 338 (304, 291, 306, 318) *1,155 Average Single Family Home List Price: $484,608 ($447k,$481k,$469k,$464k) *$360k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $520,255 ($477k,$507k,$491k,$484k) *$357k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 108% (107%,105%, 105%,104%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $374,900 ($370k,$379k,$360k,$360k)*$315k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$386,803 ($381k,$375,$371k,$370k)*$310k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 26 (40, 38, 40, 33) *43 Condo Stats Active Condos: 103 (106, 107, 104, 100) *146 Average Condo Listing Price: $362,717 ($405k, $421k, $372k, $394k) *$348k Average Condo Selling Price: $380,291 ($426k, $428k, $390k, $405k) *$351k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%, 105%, 105%, 103%) 100% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $289,900 ($283k, $283k, $276k, $275k) *$255k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $298,500 ($280k, $290k, $279k, $279k) *$249k Average Days on Market Condos: 126 (57, 118, 79, 79)*56 Active Vacant Lots: 358 (353, 364, 378, 393) *735 Market Rant Two weeks of inventory growth in a row, could the Spring market finally be here? Still, incredible reports in other areas of the market emerged again this week, with solid sales numbers, and a benchmark week for listings that received and accepted offers. Since the beginning of the year, the inventory had continued to decrease which is a bit backwards from annual trend, until last week that is. The good news being that even though buyer activity was still extremely active the inventory increased (especially the single family homes), which is great news for buyers out there especially if it continues. Speaking of single family homes, their numbers continue to shatter records this week. Both weekly average and median sales are well above any recorded reports this week, and just look at the weekly average and median sold prices!! The six month median prices continue to impress as well, with yet another $5,000 increase in both list and sold prices. For reference, there was months during previous years that these numbers remain the same, but as the data catches up to the current market environment we are starting to get a clearer view of the overall impact and how rapidly things have changed. Median single family home sold prices are up almost $77k from last year at this time, which is a big city market jump, not something usually associated with Halifax. Although not as significant as the single family home reports, Condo's are no slouch at the moment either, with the most significant stat being the six month median sold price which took an almost $20k leap in a week, and reporting almost $50k higher than this at this time. Certainly unprecedented times in the Halifax real estate market at the moment! Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly Adogtable! Hi Angels I'm Tucker. I am a 4 yr old, 60lb pitbull mix. I was surrendered to Salcars because my parents didn't have enough time to give me the life that they think I deserved. I've spent the last few weeks in a foster home working on my doggy manners and getting some medical stuff done. I am a very sweet boy and I love to cuddle. I am very calm in the house and enjoy just relaxing on the couch. I love to go for walks and get really excited when you ask me if I want to go. I was always left to free roam in my previous home so I'm still working on my leash manners. I pull a lot on leash, everything is just so exciting. I do much better with my gentle leader, unless there is a person or dog I want to meet then I bark and pull to run towards them, which can be very intimidating for them but I just want to say hello. For this reason, I need controlled introductions with other animals as my foster mom says that I come on a little strong and I'm hard to control due to my size. I get along great with my foster fur siblings, both canine and feline. I am fully housetrained, I have good recall as long as there's no people or animals around that I need to go say hello to, I love car rides, I love food so this could be a great help with my training, I like eating snow and I can give paw and sit pretty. I'll jump right in the tub for you for bath time, no problem. I let my foster mom do whatever she wants to me with no issues; clean my ears, touch me everywhere, flip me around to see my belly... anything at all. I am definitely a sleep in bed with you kind of fella. I may start out sleeping elsewhere but don't worry, you'll wake up with me next to you so you can cuddle me. I am very respectful when others are eating, even the kitties. I don't bother them or their food. I won't touch your food either if you leave it. I'm very gentle taking treats too. My foster parents say that I am the goodest boy but I do bark a lot and loudly. Luckily my foster parents live a ways back from the road so I don't see too much that passes by. I bark whenever I am excited so I guess that doesn't exactly make me apartment friendly. I don't like being crated and I will bark nonstop until you let me out but I'm a good boy and don't need one. My former family said that I would chew up things when they weren't home but I haven't chewed anything up in my foster home except, of course, my toys. I do get a lot more exercise here than in my previous home so that helps. I love my humans alot and would definitely love them to be home with me more often than not. Please note that if you do have to leave me for awhile, that you'll return to a whole lot of howling. I just missed you so much, I can't control myself. I have met a 3 year old and a 9 year old, I was very good but very excited like I get with everyone. When I first came into care, I was very red and raw. The nice vet said I have allergies, that are currently being treated with a diet trial and medicated shampoo, and I'm much better. My foster mom says I'm just a big goof ball who needs help with some of my manners but the love I'll give you in return will be so worth it. Are you my forever family?! 💙 My adoption fee is a donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 277 (236, 259, 229, 252) *336 Sold: 185 (198, 201, 187, 178) *158 Sale To Listing Ratio: 67% (78%, 78%, 82%, 71%) *47% Price Changes: 26 (58, 62, 44, 70) *55 Listings that went conditional/pending: 258 (207, 237, 212, 240) *224 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 27 (46, 31, 30, 34) *73 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 872 (859, 891, 912, 938) +2,169 Absorption Rate in weeks: 4.5 (5, 5, 5, 6) *14 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 304 (291, 306, 318, 335) *1,147 Average Single Family Home List Price: $447,183 ($481k,$469k,$464k,$430k) *$393k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $477,107 ($507k,$491k,$484k,$445k) *$390k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 107% (105%, 105%,104%, 103%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $369,900 ($379k,$360k,$360k,$360k)*$315k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$381,000 ($375,$371k,$370k,$369k)*$310k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 40 (38, 40, 33, 38) *59 Condo Stats Active Condos: 106 (107, 104, 100, 101) *137 Average Condo Listing Price: $405,138 ($421k, $372k, $394k, $367k) *$370k Average Condo Selling Price: $426,582 ($428k, $390k, $405k, $374k) *$375k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%, 105%, 103%, 102%) 101% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $283,400 ($283k, $276k, $275k, $270k) *$251k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $289,950 ($290k, $279k, $279k, $275k) *$248k Average Days on Market Condos: 57 (118, 79, 79, 19)*78 Active Vacant Lots: 353 (364, 378, 393, 399) *743 Market Rant It finally happened!! After what has to be the slowest start to the annual inventory gain in Halifax history, the property stock grew ever so slightly this week, which has to be a welcomed sight to the weary buyers out there. It almost felt like the inventory was going to continue to dwindle until there was nothing left, but a glimmer of hope shines through and the hope is that it will continue to brighten as the Spring market takes hold. The value metrics are also up across the board this week, and there is no questions of if those will continue to rise as the bidding war frenzies persist, elevating the numbers beyond any predicted expectation. I almost feel like each week there is a "WOW" reaction to recent listings when their selling price is revealed, and just when I think I can't be shocked, it happens again! Around this time last year the sellers market was in full swing, but nothing like it is right now. Multiple offers and over asking bids were becoming common, so too was the showing train, but nowadays its high octane when it comes to residential resale. Winning bid amounts are anyones guess, showing trains that maybe last a few days at 15 minute intervals (if they aren't under agreement before the offer deadline), and the latest point of annoyance...the bully offer. The last point being one of the most frustrating for buyers, since not only do they have to find a small opening to book a showing around their personal schedule/work, these bully offers are putting property under agreement before they can even get out to see it at their earliest opportunity. Sometimes showing slots also fill up completely, so no windows are even available to view the property before the offer dealing, and showing "waiting lists" are becoming a thing. Luckily, with the inventory options becoming more abundant, that seems to be a very local/price associated happening, and will hopefully disappear all together. It's not like buyers need more obstacles at the moment, and luckily some agents are putting protocol in place to accommodate the demand and make sure all buyers get a shot, which certainly helps. Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of the rapidly changing market, stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! The Weekly Adogtable! Hi all I’m Ritz, a 4 year old, 50lb, Shepard mix who made the long trip from Texas to Canada a couple of months ago in search of a better life. I have my new wheels and had my neuter and dental completed so it's time for me to start the search for my new forever family. I was shot in the back and left for dead in Texas, thankfully a good samaritan realized that I was still alive and got me help. Unfortunately I was paralyzed by this senseless act of cruelty and do not have the use of my back legs but I don’t dwell on that part of my life. My foster mom says I live my best life everyday. Read on and you will see just how great I am. Despite my rough start in this world I love everyone I meet. I am most happy when I am with my people whether that is out in my wheelchair or just home relaxing. My wheelchair provides me the freedom to be more independent. I can go for walks and move around the house by myself. I am still building up my stamina and I'm going for longer rolls each day. My foster mom says don’t let my puppy dog eyes fool you as I can be stubborn when out for my walks. When I don’t want to go any further I'll just stop and lock my front legs. Luckily, a little nudge or a treat can get me going again. I am the talk of my block. I love meeting new people and dogs and they all love me too. I think I'd enjoy another canine sibling in my forever home to play with. Sometimes I will chatter/bark but that is just from excitement. Many new dogs are scared of my wheels but that doesn’t stop me from wanting to make friends. I was fostered in Texas with a number of other dogs without issues. I am incontinent which means I have to wear wraps/diapers. At first this might seem like a lot of work but really it's not harder just different. Instead of taking me outside to do my business, you just change my wrap/diaper. No biggie. My foster mom learned my bathroom habits in just a couple of days. I am super smart, I rarely bark, I love everyone, am good with other dogs, non-destructive when left alone, I sleep through the night on my bed, am great in the car and I am a great snuggler. As a bonus, I don't jump on furniture or company, counter surf, chew on things I shouldn’t, need a crate or pull on my leash. I do get attached to my human(s) and really do not like to be left at home alone so someone home more than not would be ideal. Having said that, my foster mom leaves me alone at home, at least once per day, to work on my separation anxiety. I will whine a bit at first when you leave but then I just curl up and nap. Sometimes I will scoot off of my bed and move around a bit but I've never gotten into anything I shouldn’t. Having another doggy sibling in my forever home may help with this too. My ideal home would be one that understands my special needs, has a canine friend for me and ideally has someone home more often than not and in return I will shower you with unconditional love and loyalty. Being special needs, I come with my own accessories. I have a wheelchair, stroller, rear harness lift, interactive toys etc. which will all come with me to my new forever home. Are you my forever home?! 💙 My adoption fee is a donation to the rescue to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, come with a 6 week trial of pet insurance from PetSecure and have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://form.jotform.com/60895241776264. This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 236 (259, 229, 252, 214) *275 Sold: 198 (201, 187, 178, 171) *170 Sale To Listing Ratio: 78% (78%, 82%, 71%, 80%) *62% Price Changes: 58 (62, 44, 70, 67) *55 Listings that went conditional/pending: 207 (237, 212, 240, 201) *193 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 46 (31, 30, 34, 54) *72 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 859 (891, 912, 938, 972) +2,148 Absorption Rate in weeks: 5 (5, 5, 6, 7)*14 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 291 (306, 318, 335, 373) *1,102 Average Single Family Home List Price: $481,336 ($469k,$464k,$430k,$443k) *$323k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $507,481 ($491k,$484k,$445k,$454k) *$316k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%,104%, 103%, 103%) *98% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $368,500 ($360k,$360k,$360k, $350k)*$313k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$375,000 ($371k,$370k,$369k,$365k)*$309k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 38 (40, 33, 38, 39) *66 Condo Stats Active Condos: 107 (104, 100, 101, 101) *131 Average Condo Listing Price: $420,838 ($372k, $394k, $367k, $298k) *$323k Average Condo Selling Price: $428,134 ($390k, $405k, $374k, $299k) *$316k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (105%, 103%, 102%, 101%) 98% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $283,400 ($276k, $275k, $270k, $270k) *$250k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $289,950 ($279k, $279k, $275k, $272k) *$242k Average Days on Market Condos: 118 (79, 79, 19, 50)*44 Active Vacant Lots: 364 (378, 393, 399, 394) *762 Market Rant Wish I had better news to report for buyers, but the inventory is still headed in the opposite direction from annual trend unfortunately. Since the beginning of the year we have witnessed the slow reduction from the already decimated inventory numbers, only to see them continually drop week to week. Usually, we see more and more listings come to market as we hit the annual Spring peak, but at this rate, the Spring peak will look more like a ditch. Now, listings are coming to market, and it seems that listing activity has increased in the last couple of weeks, it's just not enough to make a dent in the buyer demand and change the outcome of the numbers...yet anyways. The hope is that this current crust of highly motivated buyers breaks away in the near future and resets the market to the late 2020 market as a first step. If that does happen, we should see a levelling in the activity and perhaps a slow crawl back towards a balanced market. If that doesn't happen, the already insanely competitive market will worsen, creating even more extreme activity and bidding. For now, at least, buyer fatigue has taken hold over many in the market, with frustration and disappointment at an all time high for some, especially in the $250-$350k bracket. So the hope is that Sellers will keep the listings coming and eventually tame the wildfire that is the Halifax real estate market. You'll have to stay tuned the blog to keep informed and see what the stats are saying! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! The Weekly Adogtable! I'm Gam Gam. I'm an 11 year old Husky/Shepherd mix weighing approximately 50lbs. I was in a shelter in Texas for a few months but had no luck finding a forever home so they brought me to Canada. I was a little nervous when going to my new foster home, but warmed up to my new family very quickly! I love to go for walks except when it's raining, and am very curious about ANYTHING that’s happening around the neighborhood. Delivery men, people doing garbage, squirrels, BIRDS chirping, etc! I do pull as it's all so exciting, but I am getting better and my pulling is minimal. Sometimes I just want to sit and watch these things for awhile before we continue on. Especially birds, if given the chance I think it might be fun to chase them. I have not met a kitty yet but considering my fascination with birds, it might not be a good idea. I met a puppy, at a friend's house, who tried to jump on my head, I snapped at him and he backed off. We just ignored each other the rest of the evening. I am curious about other dogs I see on walks but a quick look or sniff and I'm good to move on. My foster mom took me to a fenced in dog park, and I didn’t growl once! I even smelled a few other dogs. But for the most part, I ignored the doggies and wanted to see the humans. I'd probably be ok living with a very respectful dog who didn't see me as a trampoline and stayed out of my space but I think I'd be happiest being your one and only. I've only had one accident inside the first night in my foster home. My foster momma takes me out 4 times a day to do my business. I have no resource guarding with food. I will hang around for a little bit while you're eating waiting for something to hopefully drop on the floor but after a few minutes, I'll just go lie down. I do love my treats but who doesn't. I'm an eat when I want, not a feeding schedule kind of girl. My foster mom adds chicken broth to my food. Yummy!! My foster mom makes me these dog biscuits that are SOOO good! She said she will share her recipe with you if you adopt me. I also know that I shouldn’t eat food that isn’t given to me. So if you put food on the coffee table, I won’t eat it, especially if you say a gentle no! I am great in the car. I climb into the backseat, stare out the window for a bit then just curl up and have a nap.The first night in my foster home I woke often to make sure that my human was still there and that I wasn’t alone. I sleep through the night now with no issues. I have two stuffies that I like to have with me by my bed, but I don’t play too much with them. I have been left alone for short periods of time and I just fall asleep on the couch. I don't get into anything. I do follow my foster mom all around the house. I prefer to be with my people at all times so someone home more than not is ideal. I have not been crated in my foster parents home, and I don’t think that I need to be crated as I am such a good girl. I don't know many commands other than no but I do know my name and love when you tell me that I'm a good girl. That gets me really excited and my tail circles around like a propeller. The only time I will bark is if someone rings the doorbell, and then I will bark once or twice until you tell me to stop, that it’s OK. I don’t bark at other dogs or people, and most people think that this means that I am a really good girl! My foster mom said that sometimes I will bark in my sleep, she thinks that is the dream where I am chasing those birds. I am nervous at times with some sounds and quick movements and sometimes flinch with hand movements. I love to be pet especially my under my head and my belly. I'm a little more hesitant about you petting my back but am learning that it's not so bad. I love meeting new people but am cautious about them. Once I warm up to you, I will be your shadow. I'd definitely prefer a more laid back, quiet household to spend my golden years in. Are you my forever family? My adoption fee is a donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed, vaccinated and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! I also come with 6 weeks of insurance from PetSecure! You can apply for me at http://form.jotform.com/60895241776264 This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 259 (229, 252, 214, 219) *234 Sold: 201 (187, 178, 171, 163) *180 Sale To Listing Ratio: 78% (82%, 71%, 80%, 74%) *77% Price Changes: 62 (44, 70, 67, 109) *59 Listings that went conditional/pending: 237 (212, 240, 201, 218) *194 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 31 (30, 34, 54, 38) *45 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 891 (912, 938, 972, 1,025) +2,135 Absorption Rate in weeks: 5 (5, 6, 7, X) *15 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 306 (318, 335, 373, 398) *1,105 Average Single Family Home List Price: $468,875 ($464k,$430k,$443k,$493k) *$342k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $490,972 ($484k,$445k,$454k,$501k) *$337k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (104%, 103%, 103%, 101%) *98% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $359,900 ($360k,$360k, $350k,$350k)*$315k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$371,000 ($370k,$369k,$365k,$365k)*$310k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 40 (33, 38, 39, 39) *62 Condo Stats Active Condos: 104 (100, 101, 101, 103) *128 Average Condo Listing Price: $371,968 ($394k, $367k, $298k, $312k) *$300k Average Condo Selling Price: $389,715 ($405k, $374k, $299k, $311k) *$289k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 105% (103%, 102%, 101%, 99%) 96% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $275,450 ($275k, $270k, $270k, $269k) *$250k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $278,500 ($279k, $275k, $272k, $272k) *$240k Average Days on Market Condos: 79 (79, 19, 50, 109)*30 Active Vacant Lots: 378 (393, 399, 394, 410) *754 Market Rant Let's talk about the elephant in the room, the listing and selling price change. In 12 short months, we have made a record jump in value here in Halifax, with single family homes listing and selling over $100k from this time last year, and so too are condos matched. We have reviewed the inventory and watched its ever decreasing rank, but the values may prove to be even more significant. Prices are on the continuous rise, so if you're planning on waiting for the price curve to flatten, you may be waiting awhile. I get asked a lot about my thoughts on sustainment of such a market, and "are we in a bubble with an impending burst?". Perhaps that is the case, since most markets tend to have an ebb and flow, but I personally can't see the ebb anytime soon. The factors that brought us here and continue to feed the market do not seem to be weakening, if anything, they seem to be strengthening. "Halifax will never be Toronto and Vancouver markets", another question I seem to field as well, but why not? Why is Halifax any less susceptible to big market trends? Maybe the rest of Canada and the world is finally cluing in to how great it is to be in Atlantic Canada, how great the people are here, the sites, the sounds, the lifestyle, the ocean. Not a big jump to consider that Halifax has been a hidden gem for a very long time, and very enticing for a lot of reasons to make a move to. Keep in mind that we were already in a smouldering Sellers market before the pandemic, it just poured gasoline on the flames. Good news is that more options were out this week across the city. No doubt they won't last the weekend, but the hope is with a few more weeks of these new products coming to market, the initial extremely motivated buyer group will be addressed, bringing the state of offers back to reasonable. Have to wait and see, and I invite you to keep track of our dynamic market by tuning into the blog to stay on top of things, Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! The Weekly Adogtable! my name is Marshall Matt, aka Marshy, aka Marshmallow. I’m a 10 mo old, 35lb red heeler mix that came up from San Antonio Texas with my 3 siblings. My siblings and I were really nervous and scared when we first came to Nova Scotia as we really didn’t understand this whole living inside a home with humans and other pets. But now that I’ve had time to adjust, I really love it here, especially with my new fur foster sister! I’m good with other dogs, particularly females, but I may be a little nervous at first. I can get a little possessive over my bones around my foster brother, but I’m easily corrected when I’m told “ah” or “no”. I’ve never met cats or kids, but I would probably do better in a younger kid-free household as people generally make me nervous. I’m really smart and easily trainable once I’m comfortable in my new surroundings. I do best if I have a safe zone such as a crate or dog bed in a corner that I am able to reset in. I’m quickly learning my name and have mastered sit and down. I continue to work on my manners and have learned that I need to sit before my foster moms will give me a treat. My foster moms have also begun to teach me other commands such as up, off, stay, leave it, okay, and come but I still find those ones tricky at times. My release word is “okay” right now, but I am sure I will adjust to whatever my new family likes to use. My foster moms sometimes say I’m too smart for my own good and that I am one of the best boys. I love treats and kibble, and once I begin to feel more comfortable (which may take a few days) I can be convinced to do most things when these are the reward. In typical Heeler fashion, I’m really playful and have lots of energy… classic puppy. As I mentioned before I’m a quick learner and really like puzzle games, playing tug of war (though I often let my foster moms win so they feel good about themselves), fetch and chasing toys. Fetch is still a little foreign to me, as I can’t figure out why they throw something away if they want me to bring it back so bad… but I’m starting to get the hang of it. Once I’m more comfortable on a leash I’m quite confident that I will love going for walks, runs, hiking and the dog park - I may even be really good at agility and/or swimming (I definitely have the webbed feet for this). Although at this stage in my rescue, I’m likely to be a flight risk as I am still timid of people and new experiences, and my new family should be extra cautious when taking me outside and keep me double leashed. I’m still learning this whole leash concept and going outside to do my business, but I am pee pad trained (though I am still working on mastering my aim). I am still quite perplexed by humans. I’m slowly understanding that being touched, or as they say “pet” is not so scary but will need my new family to be patient with me as I continue to study their kind. When being exposed to new things that intimidate me, I’m really good at going to my aforementioned safety zone, and then coming out when I’m more comfortable (which is taking me less and less time to do). I’m really good being left on my own, especially if I have a chew toy like my kong with me. I also love the crate that I came in and am happy to sleep and hang out in it. I think I would be best suited with an individual or couple that is a low key household, as people still make me nervous (By low key I mean not a lot of noise or inside activity, and people who have a lot of time to dedicate to my training.. not low key in the sense of adventure and activity as I will need a LOT of this). It will take me some time to trust a situation and feel comfortable, but I will come around. I would definitely thrive having another dog in my forever home, preferably female, I could play with and who could teach me confidence and how to be a good family pet. I’m really smart and will need a lot of stimulation, exercise, and obedience training. My knowledge of the world and my surroundings is limited right now, so I need someone with a lot of patience and love to teach me about the great adventures this world has to offer (my foster moms say I will be a great hiking dog one day). I’m a really great pup with a lot of potential and just need to find the right home to show me how to trust people and new situations. Do I sound like your new family member? My adoption fee is a $450 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered, vaccinated, microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at http://form.jotform.com/60895241776264 This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about him and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE LET ME HELP YOU OUT! Have a question about the Halifax Real Estate market? Thinking this might be the time to purchase or list your property? I can provide you with a complimentary comparative market analysis or you can Contact me to advise you on your best plan of action for your real estate transaction and get the most advanced real estate system working for you. Feel free to contact me with questions or comments. Follow me on Twitter to keep up to the minute with all things Halifax real estate @HalifaxRealEst and friend me on Facebook and Google+ :) Please note that these opinions and comments are solely mine and mine alone. Don't forget to bookmark my page, and visit often!  VIEWPOINT REALTY
Are you familiar with ViewPoint Realty? How about the ViewPoint Realty interactive real estate map? It's a powerful tool for all your property research needs and when you are ready to buy or sell, its the competitive edge over your competition! Not to mention, it's now more rewarding then ever to become a ViewPoint client, just click HERE to find out more. More savings and more information, sign up today! Or, click HERE to go right to the map and get property shopping! Looking for a little extra help finding that "needle in a haystack"? The innovators at my brokerage, ViewPoint Realty, have introduced another forward-thinking information tool for your property search needs. Its called "neighbourhoods" and it will break down some stats and give you a more focused tool on the area(s) you are looking for. We also offer mortgage and insurance solutions too! Check it out at viewpoint.ca and get more info now! Just another way Viewpoint Realty is advancing the property buying and selling process. Newest Blog post HERE (Previous weeks numbers in brackets) *Previous Year's Stats Total Market New/Back to Market Listings: 229 (252, 214, 219, 178) *255 Sold: 187 (178, 171, 163, 133) *132 Sale To Listing Ratio: 82% (71%, 80%, 74%, 75%) *52% Price Changes: 44 (70, 67, 109, 67) *59 Listings that went conditional/pending: 212 (240, 201, 218, 152) *206 Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 30 (34, 54, 38, 35) *49 Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory: 912 (938, 972, 1,025, 1,052) +2,137 Absorption Rate in weeks: 5 (6, 7, X, X) *17 Single Family Home Stats Active Single Family Home: 318 (335, 373, 398, 437) *1,102 Average Single Family Home List Price: $463,759 ($430k,$443k,$493k,$435k) *$345k Average Single Family Home Selling Price: $483,669 ($445k,$454k,$501k,$439k) *$341k Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 104% (103%, 103%, 101%, 101%) *99% Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $359,900 ($360k, $350k,$350k,$350k)*$315k Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$369,900 ($369k,$365k,$365k,$360k)*$310k Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 33 (38, 39, 39, 40) *75 Condo Stats Active Condos: 100 (101, 101, 103, 98) *135 Average Condo Listing Price: $393,764 ($367k, $298k, $312k, $386k) *$333k Average Condo Selling Price: $404,868 ($374k, $299k, $311k, $390k) *$323k Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 103% (102%, 101%, 99%, 101%) 97% Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $275,000 ($270k, $270k, $269k, $265k) *$250k Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $278,500 ($275k, $272k, $272k, $270k) *$242k Average Days on Market Condos: 79 (19, 50, 109, 41)*43 Active Vacant Lots: 393 (399, 394, 410, 411) *754 Market Rant Midway through February, and things are not looking good for Buyers so far this year. Yet another week of inventory reduction, despite the false sense that more options are hitting the market. It does seem that more selection hit the streets this week, and the hope is that the trend will continue as the new weekly listings chip away at the buyer surge until a balance can be found. Until then, it will continue to be dog eat dog out there, and the hope from weary buyers is that there will be a wakening of sellers looking to take advantage of the market who list their homes. The problem with that hope is that these sellers will need somewhere to go, and with the market here in Halifax being as competitive as it is, there doesn't seem to be an enticement for these sellers to enter the market. "If I sell high, I buy high too", so for the average home owner looking to make their move into another area, or perhaps a slightly larger home, the lustre of maximizing profit on their current residence fades when looking at the options and available selection. Under half of the inventory we had last year at this time, yet sales and accepted offers best the stats for last year at this time, which is simply remarkable. Keep an eye out to see how things shape up this Spring. Will a lifeline of much needed property listings come to market, or will it continue to be a barren listing landscape? Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of this dynamic market, cause you never know where it will go next! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! The Weekly Adogtable! Hi Angels, I'm Eloise, a 1 year old, terrier mix, 8lb girlie. My 3 brothers and I were found as strays in Louisiana. Multiple attempts to contact our parents were ignored so we came to Nova Scotia in search of a new, better life. On average, it takes 100 shares and 100 likes for a dog to find a home! Please share my story so my forever family will find me!?! I'm good with small dogs. Bigger ones scare me. I haven't met a cat since arriving here. I'm very nervous around kids, they're quite rambunctious. I'm a very timid little girl and have bitten out of fear so an adult only home would be ideal. I will growl first when I'm scared so someone who can respect my signals and give me my space is ideal. It took me a little |
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