(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 367 (351, 322, 334, 399) *265
Sold:  270  (221, 248, 250, 268) *192
Sale To Listing Ratio: 63% (63%, 77%, 75%, 67%) *72%
Price Changes: 140 (114, 111, 116, 123) *132
Listings that went conditional/pending: 317 (252, 297, 274, 294)  *208
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 60 (46, 65, 56, 123) *66
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,741  (1,771, 1,793, 1,830, 1,875) +3,139
Absorption Rate in weeks:  7 (7, 7, 8, 8) *19

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 838 (872, 904, 916, 952) *1,716
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $391,168 ($404k,$413k,$402k,$376k) *$351k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $394,344 ($409k,$413k,$408k,$381k) *$342k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (101%,99%,101%,101%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $339,900 ($339k,$338k,$335k,$333k)*$309k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$343,500 ($342k,$340k,$338k,$337k)*$303k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 34 (51, 48, 41, 43) *54

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  163 (159, 153, 164, 161) *220
Average Condo Listing Price:  $268,274 ($289k, $289k, $249k, $300k) *$275k
Average Condo Selling Price: $272,273 ($289k, $286k, $257k, $304k) *$269k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (100%, 99%, 104%, 101%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $259,900 ($270k, $270k, $270k, $275k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $260,000 ($270k, $272k, $270k, $273k) *$243k
Average Days on Market Condos: 18 (33, 30, 17, 22)*46

Active Vacant Lots: 568 (569, 571, 585, 588) *935

Market Rant
At first glance, it looks like there may be indications that the market is softening a touch, looking closer, however, you can see that is actually not the case at all. Some of the predicted items did perform as expected, like the continued addition solid new listing numbers and values taking a slight correction, but the waining buyer activity of last week did not carry forward this week since we hit a peak amount of properties under agreement, and sales crushed it too! Average days on market for both tracked products almost seems unreal, reporting in at a measly month from list to sale on average. A few short years ago, those numbers were in the the 100's, with only the last couple years cleaning that up to the short span of the listing/sale cycle we find ourselves in today. Gone however are the factors that caused these delays and extension of market exposure. Almost every listing out there is getting ideal buyer candidates, no homes to sell and ones that want to close yesterday, so quick closings and expedited due diligence timelines are almost expectations at this point.

A few short years ago, buyers would take time finding a place, likely offer lower (sometimes much lower) than asking, multiple offers where practically unheard of and over asking price offers? Forget about that kind of thing! One of the big problems we face is the second+ home groups who want to relocate or up/downsize their current accommodations. Sure, they could sell in seconds, but they really have limited options to purchase, just like everyone, but the key difference is the safety of SOBP, or Sale of Buyers Property, condition. This allows a seller who has their home ready to sell an opportunity to comfortably move from one step to the other without total risk of losing the home they have have an offer in on. This was acceptable in a buyers market, since sometimes a home would hit a stall and would look to other options in order to sell, and a domino sell my home / buy a home people could lock a property up and get some time to sell their home. In our current market 2.0 however, this undesirable condition for sellers has become almost extinct. Not only is it an undesirable condition for sellers to accept (most of the time, as they have to sit and wait for their buyers home to sell), the market is moving so quickly, that even if one of the domino groups were able to get a property under agreement with this condition, they would likely find themselves short of their timeline when the sellers opt for their escape clause, leaving the buyers somewhat out. It's risky, and can be accomplished, but it's much harder than a few short years ago. This is also a good reason why new construction has hit record heights this year, the ability to plan the move and have time. That's a topic for another day though! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there!  

Meet Charleigh! No cats, kids or dogs in her home, although she gets along with dogs outside of her home, if proper introductions are done. Charleigh is afraid of loud noises and resource guards her food and toys with other dogs. She is good on leash, and knows her basic commands. She jumps up when she is excited and loves all the adults she has met. She is energetic, playful, and affectionate. She is crate trained and loves to go for car rides! 

​This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 351 (322, 334, 399, 332) *277
Sold:  221  (248, 250, 268, 231) *149
Sale To Listing Ratio: 63% (77%, 75%, 67%, 70%) *54%
Price Changes: 114 (111, 116, 123, 80) *121
Listings that went conditional/pending: 252 (297, 274, 294, 249)  *168
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 46 (65, 56, 123, 123) *71
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,771  (1,793, 1,830, 1,875, 1,860) +3,157
Absorption Rate in weeks:  7 (7, 8, 8, 8) *19

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 872 (904, 916, 952, 934) *1,751
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $403,576 ($413k,$402k,$376k,$387k) *$318k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $408,535 ($413k,$408k,$381k,$388k) *$312k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (99%,101%,101%,101%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $339,000 ($338k,$335k,$333k,$330k)*$308k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$342,000 ($340k,$338k,$337k,$335k)*$302k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 51 (48, 41, 43, 41) *86

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  159 (153, 164, 161, 155) *213
Average Condo Listing Price:  $288,574 ($289k, $249k, $300k, $326k) *$285k
Average Condo Selling Price: $288,504 ($286k, $257k, $304k, $327k) *$276k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (99%, 104%, 101%, 100%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,900 ($270k, $270k, $275k, $275k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $270,000 ($272k, $270k, $273k, $273k) *$244k
Average Days on Market Condos: 33 (30, 17, 22, 31)*68

Active Vacant Lots: 569 (571, 585, 588, 591) *930

Market Rant
It's back to school. this week, so now it's time to put my prediction to the test! Right out of the gate we do see some indications that I may be right, but it's hard to judge if it will stick with only one week in the books. If you are wondering what my prediction was, I basically put it out there that back to school would bring a sustained/increased level to the overall inventory, and a slight reduction in buyers, giving a bit of opportunity for the those in need of having to find a home. Although slight, this week was just that, but only time will tell if this was the marker for the turn, or just a slight pause in the action while students settle into their new normal. Another factor in this prediction is the approach the end of Summer, since September usually marks the end of the busy season, but I feel with the way this year has gone, regular annual trend is less of an influence. New listings reported much higher than last year at this time, and slightly better than the average of late, while sales hit a 4 week low (still excellent), and listings put under agreement also reported a similar 4 week low (also, still fantastic numbers). Either way, market activity was down (slightly), so we will need more time to see if it was a slight falloff, a change of the direction, or if correction has begun. Unfortunately for buyers, I believe we have lots of this market left to go, but there may be some more options this upcoming fall season, even if temporarily. Stay tuned to the blog to find out which way we go! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Meet Odie! No cats, kids, dogs, or apartments for Odie. While Odie has been known to get along with other dogs, he gets overstimulated easily and tries to hump other dogs. Poor Odie was attacked by off leash dogs once, but was non reactive and has not shown any potential post-attack issues. Odie is affectionate, smart, and treat oriented! He has been known to resource guard the couch or the bed, but with structure and patience, he does well. He has been cornered and pushed around in a previous home, so is afraid in these circumstance and will growl to let you know he is frightened. Odie is good on leash, non destructive, and has no separation anxiety.

​This "cuddly companion" is available through Good Bones Dog Rescue, 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

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​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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 322 (334, 399, 332, 295) *286
Sold:  248  (250, 268, 231, 221) *209
Sale To Listing Ratio: 77% (75%, 67%, 70%, 75%) *73%
Price Changes: 111 (116, 123, 80, 98)*168
Listings that went conditional/pending: 297 (274, 294, 249, 271)  *198
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 65 (56, 123, 123, 22) *89
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,793  (1,830, 1,875, 1,860, 1,888) +3,216
Absorption Rate in weeks:  7 (8, 8, 8, 8) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 904 (916, 952, 934, 961) *1,816
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $413,352 ($402k,$376k,$387k,$362k) *$332k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $412,823 ($408k,$381k,$388k,$366k) *$324k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (101%,101%,101%,101%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $337,900 ($335k,$333k,$330k,$330k)*$305k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$340,000($338k,$337k,$335k,$334k)*$302k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 48 (41, 43, 41, 46) *58

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  153 (164, 161, 155, 151, 156) *196
Average Condo Listing Price:  $288,757 ($249k, $300k, $326k, $232k, $269k) *$287k
Average Condo Selling Price: $286,344 ($257k, $304k, $327k, $233k, $270k) *$278k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (104%, 101%, 100%, 100%, 100%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,900 ($270k, $275k, $275k, $273k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,000 ($270k, $273k, $273k, $270k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 30 (17, 22, 31, 24) *60

Active Vacant Lots: 571 (585, 588, 591, 607) *937

Market Rant
Dropping like flies! Inventory took a pummelling this week, which fell the stat to almost half of what was on the market at this time last year. Reductions in all tracked products across the board this week, but the status difference is likely due to the surge of properties that received and accepted offers this week, almost 300, which is 100 more products under agreement in a single week from this time last year as well. The feeling is that there are a lot of folks still trying to get into a place period, but there is also several of said buyer pool that would like to settle in before the school year kicks off. Since the Spring market was delayed this year due to the pandemic, it has caused a time delay in the market season as well, so this still feels very much like a vibrant Spring market. In fact, we hit another record this week with a first time event! For the first time since tracking these stats, the absorption rate has hit an all time low of a measly 7 weeks. So strange to say that since I reported there was a record in the same category a short 5 years ago, but it was the highest absorption rate ever reported! Crazy to think how different these two market are and the unique challenges that both possess. The big question here is if Atlantic Canada is now as susceptible to the boom/bust markets of those seen in the larger metropolitan cities like Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary etc, or is the mentality to hold fast regardless of how out of hand things may get? I can't help but think that some of these sale prices will burn some folks if the market turns, but desperate times call for desperate measures, and it seems there are more buyers willing to do whatever it takes to lock down a property regardless of resale or neighbourhood value factors. Very challenging landscape out there at the moment, be sure to stay tuned to the blog to keep informed! Thanks for stopping by, and atay safe out there! 

Hi everyone! My name is Lola and I am a 1 year old blue heeler/border collie mix weighing around 35lbs. I came all the way from Calgary 2 weeks ago and after settling into my foster home I am ready for my next step! 

I am currently living with cats and we all get along well. I was cautious at first but they all seem nice! I also live with a german shepherd and he is fun! It took me a few days to start playing but now we play all the time. The cat tried to take food from my dish when I was eating one day so I snapped once to tell him I like having my space. I don't mind if my humans are around when I'm eating but if I have something high value then I don't really like to give it up. 

I need proper/slow introductions to new people so we all get off on a good start. I have a high pitch bark I will probably let out when meeting someone new and can try to lunge because I get anxious meeting them and feel restrained on the leash but if you just stand there and let me come to you I have done well so I hope my forever family will be patient with me and help me continue to learn humans are good! I have not met any kids and because I need proper introductions I will only go to a home with adults.

I went to doggy daycare for the first time this week and I was very cautious and reacted to a few dogs coming up to me but after 15 minutes I was a good girl and had a blast meeting dogs of all sizes! 

I am muzzle trained for both new people and animal introductions. I am fine letting you put it on me but its not my favorite thing to wear. I am also crate trained for when you have to go out because I am still a puppy and like to keep my mouth busy. I bark a few times going back in the crate but settle very quickly.

I have the odd accident in the house but as long as I get out every few hours I have been good. I will just stand or sit in the car but I suggest we clip me in because I will try to roam around otherwise. I LOVE water and LOVE my ball when my foster parents play fetch with me. I am a very energetic girl and would play all day if you let me! 

I am still learning to walk slower on the leash, everything is just so new and exciting I just want to get to the next place as fast as I can! I will let you know if I hear or see something so no apartments for this girl. 

I am quite the sook when I trust you and if you're sitting down you can bet you will get kisses all over! I also like to get on your lap and roll down, foster mom says I'm quite the character 😇

Are you the perfect home for Lola girl?!

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! 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 her 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!
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​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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 334 (399, 332, 295, 321) *286
Sold:  250  (268, 231, 221, 258) *209
Sale To Listing Ratio: 75% (67%, 70%, 75%, 80%) *73%
Price Changes: 116 (123, 80, 98, 131)*168
Listings that went conditional/pending: 274 (294, 249, 271, 291)  *198
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 56 (123, 123, 22, 59) *89
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,830  (1,875, 1,860, 1,888, 1,908) +3,216
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 8, 8) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 916 (952, 934, 961, 991) *1,816
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $402,005 ($376k,$387k,$362k,$364k) *$332k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $407,713 ($381k,$388k,$366k,$369k) *$324k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (101%,101%,101%,102%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $334,900 ($333k,$330k,$330k,$330k)*$305k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$338,000($337k,$335k,$334k,$333)*$302k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 41 (43, 41, 46, 38) *58

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  164 (161, 155, 151, 156, 157) *196
Average Condo Listing Price:  $248,520 ($300k, $326k, $232k, $269k, $312k) *$287k
Average Condo Selling Price: $257,412 ($304k, $327k, $233k, $270k, $309k) *$278k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 104% (101%, 100%, 100%, 100%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $269,900 ($275k, $275k, $273k, $273k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $270,000 ($273k, $273k, $270k, $270k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 17 (22, 31, 24, 80)*60

Active Vacant Lots: 585 (588, 591, 607, 596) *937

Market Rant
Well, that was short lived. After weeks of steady inventory decline, last week finally reported an uptick in the available predicts, only to see it drop again one short week later. Looks like single family homes are the main culprit though, which of course is the most available option in HRM right now (I do use the term "available" loosely, since we all know that is not really the case right now). The sales to list ratio's are finally starting to reflect our market environment at the moment, although, it doesn't really give a complete picture of just how bad it is out there at the moment. I witnessed a listing in Dartmouth sell $100k+ over the asking this week, which was pretty shocking. I have seen listings go over that amount in Halifax, but that's the first time I have ever seen a property in Dartmouth go over $100k. Just a short year ago it was almost unheard of to see listings sell at asking, never mind over asking. Now the question is not IF it will sell at asking price, but how much over the asking price it will sell for. Frequently, the core is seeing the likes of 20-40k over asking respectively, but that average has been climbing rapidly as the Summer wears on, and seeing a couple properties sell $100k over the asking makes you wonder if we have seen the worst of it yet. It's a short trip to the top, but sometimes the fall is even shorter. Keep a weathered eye on the market by tuning into the blog frequently! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hello, I’m Cooper! I’m a handsome, 9 year old Lhasa Apso boy. I’m sweet, gentle and very laid back. I weigh around 20lbs. I've been in the rescue for a few months now trying to get my health figured out but I'm finally ready to find my forever! 

I really enjoy going for walks (and sniffing every tree along the way!). I also LOVE going for drives and I’m very well behaved in the car. I’m housebroken so good news for you! 

I play with toys occasionally but mostly I’m not too interested in them. I know the commands ‘sit’ and ‘stay’. I like to sleep on beds or on the floor beside a bed. I usually sleep all night and I’m not really an early riser.

I’m not destructive at all. I love being in the company of people. I’ve been fine when I’m left alone but feel a little bit anxious when people first leave. I would thrive in a house where I get lots of attention. I love human contact and affection but will let you know when I’ve had enough. I don’t like to be picked up but once I know you very well, I may let you do it. I'm a little scared sometimes when meeting new people and am not always on my best behaviour but once I get comfortable, I'm a delight. 

While I’ve been with my foster family, I've encountered other dogs and did fine but my foster family thinks I would do best in a home without any high energy pets or kids. I’ve been wonderful with older kids though.

I have some vision and hearing difficulties but it doesn’t stop me from being a happy boy! I’m allergic to meat so I eat vegetarian dog food. I LOVE a little bit of rice and cheese mixed in with it sometimes (or as a treat). I am food motivated but have great table manners. I was a bit itchy when I first came to my foster family but they got me some allergy medicine and that helped a lot!

I’ve had some symptoms that my vet thinks are related to mild seizures. I have daily medicine for that and it has helped so much. I also get daily eye drops and weekly ear drops to help me feel good. All my medications do add up(approx $200 per month) so I hope my forever family can continue to support me in my needs. 

I don’t like getting groomed so we’ve had to make some special arrangements to get that done so I can look and feel my very best!

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! 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. 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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 399 (332, 295, 321, 341) *273
Sold:  268  (231, 221, 258, 218) *154
Sale To Listing Ratio: 67% (70%, 75%, 80%, 64%) *56%
Price Changes: 123 (80, 98, 131, 86)*123
Listings that went conditional/pending: 294 (249, 271, 291, 257)  *198
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 123 (123, 22, 59, 55) *128
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,875  (1,860, 1,888, 1,908, 1,921) +3,257
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 8, 8) *18

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 952 (934, 961, 991, 1,008) *1,852
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $375,550 ($387k,$362k,$364k,$403k) *$362k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $380,629 ($388k,$366k,$369k,$405k) *$354k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (101%,101%,102%,100%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $332,900 ($330k,$330k,$330k,$330k)*$304k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$336,888($335k,$334k,$333,$333k)*$300k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 43 (41, 46, 38, 59) *55

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  161 (155, 151, 156, 157, 160) *210
Average Condo Listing Price:  $299,743 ($326k, $232k, $269k, $312k, $290k) *$249k
Average Condo Selling Price: $303,686 ($327k, $233k, $270k, $309k, $288k) *$243k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101% (100%, 100%, 100%, 99%, 99%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $274,900 ($275k, $273k, $273k, $280k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($273k, $270k, $270k, $278k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 22 (31, 24, 80, 80)*50

Active Vacant Lots: 588 (591, 607, 596, 594) *939

Market Rant
What's this? Did the inventory actually add a few properties? After several weeks of continued decline, the overall inventory levels actually increased, although minor, it was still in the right direction! The increase does come from both single family homes and condos after one of the biggest addition of new listings this year so far, which is likely a very welcomed site for weary buyers. Sales and buyer activity is still rocking, and despite almost half of the available options from this year last time, there is almost double the activity! Keep in mind that the market year of 2019 was a great year for sellers too, and is a contributing factor in the market we currently find ourselves in, but it seems that COVID=19 is becoming a front runner for how our market has accelerated. We are still bubbled with Atlantic Canada, so my prediction that this activity will remain sustained now, and ramp up once that bubble has been burst to the other provinces. For now, it's the new normal for our market, and that new normal includes multiple offers, well over asking price competitions, lack of options and increased demand. With school and September on the horizon, the feeling is that things may have a brief decline in activity, but this year has been anything but easy to predict, so we will have to wait and see. Stay on top of our every changing market by tuning into the blog! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hi everyone! My name is Lola and I am a 1 year old blue heeler/border collie mix weighing around 35lbs. I came all the way from Calgary 2 weeks ago and after settling into my foster home I am ready for my next step! 

I am currently living with cats and we all get along well. I was cautious at first but they all seem nice! I also live with a german shepherd and he is fun! It took me a few days to start playing but now we play all the time. 

I need proper/slow introductions to new people so we all get off on a good start. I have a high pitch bark I will let out when meeting someone new and can try to lunge because I get anxious meeting them and feel restrained on the leash but if you just stand there and let me come to you I have done well so I hope my forever family will be patient with me and help me continue to learn humans are good! I have not met any kids and because I need proper introductions I will only go to a home with kids over 15 years old so they understand and respect this. 

I went to doggy daycare for the first time this week and I was very cautious and reacted to a few dogs coming up to me but after 15 minutes I was a good girl and had a blast meeting dogs of all sizes! 

I am muzzle trained for both new people and animal introductions. I am fine letting you put it on me but its not my favorite thing to wear. I am also crate trained for when you have to go out because I am still a puppy and like to keep my mouth busy. I bark a few times going back in the crate but settle very quickly.

I have the odd accident in the house but as long as I get out every few hours I have been good. I will just stand or sit in the car but I suggest we clip me in because I will try to roam around otherwise. I LOVE water and LOVE my ball when my foster parents play fetch with me. I am a very energetic girl and would play all day if you let me! 

I am still learning to walk slower on the leash, everything is just so new and exciting I just want to get to the next place as fast as I can! I will let you know if I hear or see something so no apartments for this girl. 

I am quite the sook when I trust you and if you're sitting down you can bet you will get kisses all over! I also like to get on your lap and roll down, foster mom says I'm quite the character 😇

Are you the perfect home for Lola girl?!

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at  https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 332 (295, 321, 341, 349) *273
Sold:  231  (221, 258, 218, 234) *154
Sale To Listing Ratio: 70% (75%, 80%, 64%, 67%) *56%
Price Changes: 80 (98, 131, 86, 122)*123
Listings that went conditional/pending: 249 (271, 291, 257, 312)  *198
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 123 (22, 59, 55, 60) *128
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,860  (1,888, 1,908, 1,921, 1,908) +3,257
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 8, 8) *18

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 934 (961, 991, 1,008, 1,007) *1,852
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $387,014 ($362k,$364k,$403k,$397k) *$362k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $388,409 ($366k,$369k,$405k,$397k) *$354k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (101%,102%,100%,99%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $330,000 ($330k,$330k,$330k,$330k)*$304k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$335,000 ($334k,$333,$333k,$330k)*$300k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 41 (46, 38, 59, 40) *55

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  155 (151, 156, 157, 160) *210
Average Condo Listing Price:  $325,789 ($232k, $269k, $312k, $290k) *$249k
Average Condo Selling Price: $326,859 ($233k, $270k, $309k, $288k) *$243k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (100%, 100%, 99%, 99%) 98%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $274,900 ($273k, $273k, $280k, $275) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($270k, $270k, $278k, $273k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 31 (24, 80, 80, 50)*50

Active Vacant Lots: 591 (607, 596, 594, 592) *939

Market Rant
More listings this week, but we are still failing to get lift off with the overall inventory. The insanely hot market continues again this week with solid sales numbers, steady buyer activity, and elevated sales to list ratio, and there is no sign of it slowing anytime soon. Single family homes continue to be the hot ticket, and the largest contributor to the reduction of inventory week to week, which is the product that has the majority of the market share and demand. The absorption rate remains steady at it's lowest recorded value of a mere 2 months, so if there was no more new listings and the market stopped, it would take a short 8 weeks to sell off everything for sale currently which is pretty startling. Values remain steady across the tracked products, and the six month median sale prices are finally starting to reflect the current market environment, reporting over their list prices. Still not a lot of options out there, and just when things look to be tapering off, it ramps back up again. However, things can change rather quickly, so make sure to stay on top of things by checking into the blog on a regular basis! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

Hi everyone! My name is Macy and I am a 6 year old female Rottweiler/mastiff mix weighing around 90 lbs. I came from a Montreal gassing pound a few weeks ago and I am ready to find my forever home!

I always pull to go see other dogs but it can be hit or miss if I think they are okay. I have also seen cats outside and have pulled to go chase them so I think I'd prefer to just be an only animal in the house and receive all the love for myself! 

I have loved all the people I met, including some calm older kids but I can get over excited sometimes as well. I am going to need some strong humans to work with me because I am a very strong girl! 

I do have a torn ACL that I take a daily pain medication for but it does not slow me down one bit! These wonderful people in the rescue have said they are going to pay for this to be dealt with as soon as it is possible! 

I had a few accidents when I first came to my foster dad but have not had any since. I am getting better on a leash but still pull if there is something yummy or interesting going on. I am learning recall and am ok with no distractions but right now I would still choose to go investigate anything else that is going on. 

I can definitly be a couch potato just as much of a snuggle bug and like to play once I am comfortable with you. I am a good housemate and usually just mind my own business, I like to sleep in my free time, or watch tv with my foster dad. 

I don’t mind having my teeth or ears cleaned but it's definitely not my favorite thing to do. I am okay taking my pain medication because I know it helps me but I'm still going to try to avoid it if I can.

In the car I am usually fairly calm but due to being a larger girl I need room to keep my balance and will only lay down or sit when exhausted from the adventure we are coming back from. I don't really like being left home alone, I won't touch anything in the house and I don't really like the crate so I hope I don't have to go back in one. 

I do not counter surf but will always eat what you give me. Toys are kind of weird, I don't really know what to do with them yet; I am just starting to figure out chasing a ball can be fun though!

I will answer to sit, down, wait, up and look and know I can keep learning things if you teach me! I might let out a few barks when someone is at the door but other than that I don't really bark. When they come in the house I will sniff and try to jump to say hi! 

Are you my forever home? 

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at  https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​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!

(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 295 (321, 341, 349, 312) *270
Sold:  221  (258, 218, 234, 257) *198
Sale To Listing Ratio: 75% (80%, 64%, 67%, 83%) *73%
Price Changes: 98 (131, 86, 122, 79)*167
Listings that went conditional/pending: 271 (291, 257, 312, 286)  *204
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 22 (59, 55, 60, 110) *134
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,888  (1,908, 1,921, 1,908, 1,941) +3,263
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 8, 8) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 961 (991, 1,008, 1,007, 1,015) *1,858
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $362,701 ($364k,$403k,$397k,$384k) *$338k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $365,526 ($369k,$405k,$397k,$383k) *$328k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 101%  (102%,100%,99%,100%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($330k,$330k,$330k,$330k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$334,000 ($333,$333k,$330k,$330k)*$290k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 46 (38, 59, 40, 56) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  151 (156, 157, 160, 155) *213
Average Condo Listing Price:  $231,921 ($269k, $312k, $290k, $328k) *$250k
Average Condo Selling Price: $232,771 ($270k, $309k, $288k, $326k) *$244k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (100%, 99%, 99%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($273k, $280k, $275, $280k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $270,000 ($270k, $278k, $273k, $273k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 24 (80, 80, 50, 53)*38

Active Vacant Lots: 607 (596, 594, 592, 662) *937

Market Rant
Looks like Sellers may have taken advantage of the heatwave across the province this week, as there was a bit of a vacancy in that category. Still a few more than last year at this time, but we have been reporting over 300+ new additions over the last month or so. Perhaps the late Spring market has caught up and we are on the other side of the peak now, but someone needs to tell the market that however since it's like the weather...hot! Buyers may have taken advantage too, since there was a little less buyer activity this week, but it wasn't significant. One thing that has been noticed is the injection of relocations in the past week. Looks like government workers are getting their shipping orders finally, so that may bring on the second surge of market activity with this new injection of buyers coming from across Canada now. Once the Atlantic bubble has been burst, you can expect this impact to increase that much more. So prepare for the long haul with this market, as I don't think our growth is even close to finishing. Once the rest of Canada realizes we are one of the best places to bubble, expect even more properties to fly off the shelves. The Secret is out, Nova Scotia is the place to be! Stay tuned to the blog to stay on top of our rapidly changing market, stay safe our there, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi guys! My name is Winnie and I am a 6 year old female pug weighing around 25-30lbs. I came into the rescue a few weeks ago as a local surrender and am finally coming to you here to find my forever home! 

I get along with the neighborhood small/medium dogs, cats! I have met a few cats outside and after a few sniffs we both part our separate ways. I haven't met any large dogs and I was hesitant with the medium size ones so my size or a bit bigger would be fine. I don't really bother with other dogs though when we are together but I am still a good girl when around them. 

I have met kids as young as 1 year old and I was a very good girl. I love the attention I get from the kids but who wouldn't?! Just means more pets for Winnie girl! 

I might be a few pounds overweight, shhh, but my cute couch potato self has been working on increasing my stamina. I don't really like the really hot days and would prefer to go for walks in the early morning and late evening when things have cooled down! I struggle with stairs but am now able to do a set of 3 stairs with encouragement, so baby steps for now! 

I am house trained and can go all night without incident, yay! I am much quicker to do my business when off-leash so if my family had a fenced yard that would be nice but not needed. I also like to scoot my bum after going to the washroom to tidy up like the lady I know I am.

I will occasionally play fetch but I don't really have much interest in toys otherwise. I will pretty much take to anyone as long as you are willing to give me attention and some good pets! I am not destructive, I might shake the odd blanket when I get excited but nothing is destroyed! 

I am happiest when I am with my people! I prefer not to be alone, so if you walk to a different room you can be sure I won't be far behind. I am hoping my forever home will have someone around most of the day so I don’t have to be alone. I also like to sleep in the same room as my humans so I hope you'll let me be close ❤

I eat special food for urinary health and I don't mind it. I have no food insecurities and will casually pick away at my food throughout the day. Don't let my height fool you though I will still try to see what's up on the counter if you've left anything yummy there.

I do shed quite a bit but with frequent brushing it seems to be kept under control. I will tolerate baths, but would prefer to stay dry at all times. The car is not my favorite place to be, and it can take me a while to calm down after going for a drive. I can also be quite noisy with lots of grunts, snorts and pants. I will only bark/howl/cry if you leave me alone though.

Am I your forever girl?! ❤

My adoption fee is a $350 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at  https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about her and other adoptable's looking for their furever home, and ways to help or donate can be found by clicking HERE

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​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!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 16th - 23rd, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 321 (341, 349, 312, 326) *302
Sold:  258  (218, 234, 257, 234) *205
Sale To Listing Ratio: 80% (64%, 67%, 83%, 71%) *68%
Price Changes: 131 (86, 122, 79, 117)*205
Listings that went conditional/pending: 291 (257, 312, 286, 290)  *220
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 59 (55, 60, 110, 51) *94
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,908  (1,921, 1,908, 1,941, 2,016) +3,323
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 8, 9) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 991 (1,008, 1,007, 1,015, 1,038) *1,888
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $363,846 ($403k,$397k,$384k,$390k) *$355k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $369,200 ($405k,$397k,$383k,$392k) *$345k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 102%  (100%,99%,100%,101%) *97%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($330k,$330k,$330k,$330k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$332,500 ($333k,$330k,$330k,$328k)*$290k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 38 (59, 40, 56, 53) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  156 (157, 160, 155, 160) *213
Average Condo Listing Price:  $268,775 ($312k, $290k, $328k, $378k) *$267k
Average Condo Selling Price: $269,564 ($309k, $288k, $326k, $369k) *$259k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100% (99%, 99%, 99%, 97%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $273,000 ($280k, $275, $280k, $280k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $270,000 ($278k, $273k, $273k, $275k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 80 (80, 50, 53, 54)*38

Active Vacant Lots: 596 (594, 592, 662, 662) *947

Market Rant
Looks like our inventory woes will continue as missed Spring (Summer) market presses on. Despite seeing decent new weekly inventory gains, we continue to maintain or drop in overall levels across the board. In fact, single family homes (the hardest hit) are down almost 50% in inventory numbers from last year at this time, and over 1,400 less accorss the market overall. The weekly sales amounts continue to pummel the inventory down, and just when it looked like things might slow a touch, we get the best weekly sales report in over a month. Both sales and listings under agreement surge again this week to eclipse those stats from last year at this time, which is pretty incredible given that we are still very much in a pandemic. Perhaps that was the lighter fluid that was tossed on the already burning market to kick it a notch, and make it the current sellers market we find ourselves in that much worse for buyers.

The value report was a little surprising this week, especially the single family home report. Coming off a historic high last week, advance 7 days and we are almost back down to last years numbers, which is a little unusual with SFH since they are usually pretty consistent. One of the big differences though? - the selling prices are over the asking price this year! Days on market are also reporting incredibly low, which I'm sure is in thanks to the buyers snapping up all of these listings. I'm sure that number could get tightened up a bit too if agents weren't; holding offers for days, still, even with that consideration 38 days from list to sale on average is an amazing stat. It's a rollercoaster out there! Stay tuned to the blog to catch all the turns, ups and downs! Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe and healthy out there! 

***Dobby was finally able to get her testing done and unfortunately it came back positive for Von Willebrand's disease. Due to this diagnosis, it is recommended she not be spayed so she will be adopted intact.***

Hello everyone! We are Dobby and Apollo a bonded brother and sister, the dynamic duo if you will! We are 8 year young dobermans weighing around 80lbs each. We are local surrenders from a few months ago and are ready to find our forever home together! 

We have always been king and Queen of our castle, so we would prefer to be the only pets in our new abode. We bark at other dogs and strangers but will usually quiet down once told to. Some dogs we meet are fine and others we just do not get along with. We have only ever seen cats outside and will always bark at them so probably none of them in our forever home.

We like kids, but sometimes when we're playing we forget the little ones are around and might knock them on their butt. But as long as my parents are keeping an eye on everyone we get along great.

We are completely housetrained and have no problem relaxing at home during the day while your at work. We LOVE to get comfy and snuggle with our humans, we will very willingly jump in bed and sleep all night with my humans, or we will sleep in our own bed if you prefer. 

We are very treat (and food) motivated, that being said there may be some counter surfing if there is food left out. We sit when told, give paw and lay down. Again we LOVE treats! We enjoy going for walks but still pull on leash.

We really like running the yard, and even though we have lots of room in the yard, we dont know to stay in our boundries if the gate was left open. We love going for car rides, wind in our ears, tongues hanging out our face! 

Dobby was not spayed and when it was being looked into the rescue decided to test for Von Willebrands first, more common in Dobermans. Unfortunately she did test positive so she is not a good candidate for surgery due to high risk of bleeding.

Easiest way to tell us apart is I always sit very regal and proper where as Dobby is silly and will wiggle her whole bum when she's happy.

We have so much unconditional love to share, i know our new Family has been waiting for us, as we have them.

Are you our forever home? 

Our adoption fee is a donation to help save more dogs like us. We are vaccinated, microchipped, Apollo is neutered, Dobby is intact, and have all our doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for us at 
https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
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This "cuddly companion" is available through Save a Life Canada Animal Rescue Society, a non profit rescue organization from Nova Scotia. More info about them 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!

Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 9th - 16th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 341 (349, 312, 326, 350) *322
Sold:  218  (234, 257, 234, 245) *181
Sale To Listing Ratio: 64% (67%, 83%, 71%, 70%) *56%
Price Changes: 86 (122, 79, 117, 141)*190
Listings that went conditional/pending: 257 (312, 286, 290, 287)  *217
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 55 (60, 110, 51, 39) *100
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,921  (1,908, 1,941, 2,016, 2,068) +3,357
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 8, 9, 10) *17

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,008 (1,007, 1,015, 1,038, 1,074) *1,903
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $403,051 ($397k,$384k,$390k,$363k) *$326k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $404,519 ($397k,$383k,$392k,$363k) *$317k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 100%  (99%,100%,101%,100%) *98%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($330k,$330k,$330k,$328k)*$299k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$332,500 ($330k,$330k,$328k,$325k)*$290k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 59 (40, 56, 53, 38) *37

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  157 (160, 155, 160, 165) *223
Average Condo Listing Price:  $311,782 ($290k, $328k, $378k, $295k) *$243k
Average Condo Selling Price: $308,864 ($288k, $326k, $369k, $295k) *$241k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (99%, 99%, 97%, 100%) 99%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $279,900 ($275, $280k, $280k, $274k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $278,000 ($273k, $273k, $275k, $273k) *$240k
Average Days on Market Condos: 80 (50, 53, 54, 17)*31

Active Vacant Lots: 594 (592, 662, 662, 676) *953

Market Rant
Talk about the year of records! Historically low inventory levels in all tracked products,  absorption rate in the single digits, and now we set a new benchmark this week with a report over $400k for both list and selling price for single family homes. This is the first time it has reported over $400k since tracking these stats, and I suppose if any market could do it, it would be our current one. Not much change in the 6 month median report for single family homes however, but the gap between the list and sale price narrowed a bit, and I predict this will continue to close as the 6 month median catches up to our current market of full and over asking property purchases. For the second week in a row the sales to list ratio dropped, which is largely in due to the sustained effort of sellers bringing their properties to market (finally) and a decreased interest from buyers at the moment. Not sure if the opening of the Atlantic Bubble created a bit of a "lets get out of here for the weekend" mentality, but it does seem to coincide with that announcement. You would think that it would have the opposite effect since there are likely many people relocating from the areas inside the Atlantic bubble, perhaps the exchange isn't largely needed in Atlantic Canada, more so the other provinces that are still required to isolate. In ether case, the market has turned a little like our weather, but things are no doubt bound to change again soon. Thanks for stopping by, and stay safe out there! 

I’m Shaggy!! I’m a 3 year old, 37 lb pocket pit mix male with a compact body and lots of personality! I came from Texas last year, I thought I found my home but I was having trouble around new humans so I came back into the rescue and have been working hard so I'd like to try to find my home with someone who is ready to continue working with me! 

I love my people it just takes me a while to trust. I have extreme stranger danger because I’m scared. I wear a muzzle when meeting new people because I have biten before out of fear. You will also have to do classes with me to help us build our bond together and learn the best skills to help me in the future! 

I can bark when left home alone so I’d like a friend to be home with whether that’s my person or a fur sibling. I go to daycare and I play great with all the dogs. I also live with 3 dogs and we are the best of friends. 

I do like my own space to eat, I don’t like them getting into my dish. And sometimes I don’t like them getting up on the couch or bed with me; but a firm no and I understand I’m not being nice. 

I even live with cats. One I chase. And one I ignore. My foster mom thinks maybe I shouldn’t live with them in my forever home so we don't stress any kitties out. I also need no kids in my forever home, they move so fast and can be unpredictable which is not the best thing for me.

The car is ok I just need some time to settle and lay down then I’m good to go. I like to have my own seat. My favourite thing ever is walks!!! Oh boy can I walk. I do pull a lot at first from all the excitement of going out. After a few minutes I settle right down. However on my walks I bark at all the people and dogs. So we will have to work on that. 

I’m fully housetrained. No accidents ever!! I do have some allergies so I’m on a special food and I need a special bath once a week or mom says I’m a stinky boy. I don’t know what that is but she makes funny faces at me. I just give her a big kiss and all is well. 

She thinks I’m the best cuddler she has ever met. She says there is nothing like a Shaggy hug to brighten up your day 💙 I might not be the bestest boy but she says I deserve the right person who is willing to love me and all my faults and work with me to make me the goodest boy I can be, cause I’m worth it.

Are you my forever family?! 💙

**I am mandatory confidence classes with my new family**

My adoption fee is a $400 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am neutered and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! You can apply for me at https://www.salcars.ca/adopt.
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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

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Halifax (HRM) Residential Statistic Update for the Week of July 2nd - 9th, 2020
(Previous weeks numbers in brackets)
*Previous Year's Stats​

Total Market
New/Back to Market Listings: 349 (312, 326, 350, 282) *333
Sold:  234  (257, 234, 245, 220) *197
Sale To Listing Ratio: 67% (83%, 71%, 70%, 78%) *60%
Price Changes: 122 (79, 117, 141, 89)*161
Listings that went conditional/pending: 312 (286, 290, 287, 302)  *242
Expired/Cancelled/Withdrawn: 60 (110, 51, 39, 48) *103
Total Active Halifax/Dartmouth Inventory:  1,908  (1,941, 2,016, 2,068, 2,041) +3,341
Absorption Rate in weeks:  8 (8, 9, 10, 12) *16

Single Family Home Stats
Active Single Family Home: 1,007 (1,015, 1,038, 1,074, 1,068) *1,883
Average Single Family Home List Price:  $397,428 ($384k,$390k,$363k,$371k) *$321k
Average Single Family Home Selling Price:  $396,556 ($383k,$392k,$363k,$372k) *$316k
Single Family Home Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99%  (100%,101%,100%,100%) *99%
Median Single Family Home List Price (6 mo): $329,900 ($330k,$330k,$328k,$327k)*$300k
​Median Single Family Home Sold Price (6 mo):$330,000 ($330k$328k,$325k,$325k)*$299k
Average Days on Market Single Family Home: 40 (56, 53, 38, 61) *51

Condo Stats
Active Condos:  160 (155, 160, 165, 161) *225
Average Condo Listing Price:  $289,775 ($328k, $378k, $295k, $262k) *$279k
Average Condo Selling Price: $288,292 ($326k, $369k, $295k, $261k) *$271k
Condo Sale to List Ratio This Week: 99% (99%, 97%, 100%, 99%) 97%
Median Condo List Price (6 mo): $274,950 ($280k, $280k, $274k,$275k) *$250k
Median Condo Sold Price (6 mo): $272,500 ($273k, $275k, $273k, $275k) *$241k
Average Days on Market Condos: 50 (53, 54, 17, 24)*79

Active Vacant Lots: 592 (662, 662, 676, 675) *949

Market Rant
Finally, a bit of inventory pressure relief! For the first time since the Spring, there has been a small wane in the property feeding frenzy that has gripped our city in the last couple of seasons. More listings coming to market has certainly helped things along, and perhaps the large bubble of buyers is slowly starting to deflate as they purchase and settle into their homes, or perhaps many have simply grown tired of the frenzy and have put their move on hold. In either case, the market does feel different right now. Of course, there are still many areas and price points that are remain under siege, but the multiple offer situation has subsided a touch to lessen the amount of competitors on a property. Some have been waiting out what I call "the golden weekend" to avoid the overbidding in hopes of seeing it on the other side, which has actually been happening lately. The golden weekend is the current listing formula it seems of going active on Thursday, holding showings/offers all weekend and presenting offers on the Sunday or Monday. That formula started to show up late last year as there was so much activity and requests on a property, that listing agents had to react and pause the response to offer times to allow everyone to get in to see it. By the time the Spring market showed up this became more and more popular, and nowadays its almost standard, especially with any property in the 250-350k range in within 30kms of HRM. Let's see if this relaxed atmosphere continues, or it it's just a slight ease before things ramp up again. Stay tuned to the blog to find out! Stay safe out there, and thanks for stopping by! 

Hi! I’m Sophie! I am a 10 year old female Shih Tzu Poodle mix weighing around 15-20lbs. I'm a local surrender after one of my owners passed away it was too hard so I came into the rescue. I've been here for a few weeks now but it's time to find my forever! 

I am a super friendly girl, I love everyone I meet! I hear “good girl” every day, so I think that means I’m pretty special. I’ve met so many dogs and humans and they are all so fun to say hello to. Foster mom says my tail will wag right off! Gosh, I hope not! 

I havent met any cats so I'm not sure what to think of them. I have been around a few kids but can become protective of them so I think older kids would be better.

I really want a fur sister or brother cause I really like to play! There’s a growly thing I do when I want to play (and eat) that sounds strange until you understand it’s just my way of talking to you.

I like to ensure my foster parents know what time it is, so I wake them up when it’s breakfast time. I run straight to my bowl but they remind me it’s bathroom time first! I’m a lady who knows what she wants and what I want is food. I love yummy treats. Apparently I will do anything for food. Don’t worry, I let everyone know when it’s supper time too!

I know that outside is the place to do my business and will tell you when I need to go. I have been on a regular schedule with two walks a day and I LOVE walks. I’m told I have lots of energy and can pull from time to time, but overall I’m pretty good. 

I don't mind going in the car and I like to play with toys! The thing they call a TV is pretty fascinating, did you know there are dogs on there as well?!

If I could pick, I'd chose to sleep with foster mom and dad. There’s lots of beds around the house that are my size but I won’t touch them. What can I say? I like big beds, couches, and laps! 

I do have some arthritis in my hind end which having some type of supplement would help. I have a few teeth that need to be taken care of and at the same time I am getting a good clean of my ears! 

Are you my forever family? 

My adoption fee is a $300 donation to help save more dogs like me. I am spayed and microchipped, and I have all my doggy papers to come home to you! 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 her 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!