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Century 21 Optimum Realty serves most of Nova Scotia. C21 Optimum Realty offers unmatched support for buyers and sellers, providing global brand recognition, advanced technology, and marketing that maximizes property exposure.
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Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate – January 2026 📊

284 units sold
$610,614 avg price (+3.9% YoY)
52.6 avg days on market
97% sold-to-ask ratio

Buyers are gaining leverage. Sellers — pricing strategy matters more than ever. Full breakdown 👇
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Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market Stats January 2026
While January is always a quieter month in Nova Scotia, this year's numbers reveal a market that's shifting gears and both buyers and sellers need to pay attention.
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February 15, 2026 at 1:22 PM
Nova Scotia home prices: ~$200K in 2017. Nearly $500K today. That's 133% growth — and the data says the floor has shifted permanently.
We broke down a full decade across 5 key charts so you can see exactly where the market stands for buyers, sellers & investors: shorturl.at/cu7ty
Ten Years of Nova Scotia Real Estate in Five Key Charts
A decade of Nova Scotia real estate can be summed up in five telling graphs: days on market, average price, units sold, sold-to-ask ratio, and total dollar volume.
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February 15, 2026 at 12:51 PM
🚫 Pause before you purchase. 🏡

Your mortgage isn’t final until closing day. Financing a car or furniture can put your approval at risk.
Stay the course, protect your deal, and save the celebrations for after you get the keys. 🔑✨
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#MortgageAdvice #ClosingDay #FirstTimeHomeBuyer
Don’t Finance Anything Between Mortgage Approval and Closing Day
If you've just been approved for a mortgage in Nova Scotia, congratulations. But before you start shopping for new furniture or appliances, there's something every homebuyer needs to understand.
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February 13, 2026 at 10:50 AM
📊 Truro, Bible Hill & Stewiacke Market Stats – January 2026

🏠 30 homes sold
💰 Avg price: $403,002 (+18.4% YoY)
📅 57.5 days on market (down from 64.2)
📈 Sold-to-ask ratio: 96.1%

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#TruroRealEstate #NovaScotiaRealEstate #BibleHill #Stewiacke #NSRealEstate #MarketStats #Century21
Real Estate News | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
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February 13, 2026 at 10:29 AM
📊 Nova Scotia Real Estate, January 2026:
🏠 Avg Price: $491,129 (+11.3% YoY)
📉 Units Sold: 543 (-14.8%)
⏱️ DOM: 64.4 days (+14.8%)
💰 Sold-to-Ask: 95.3% (-2.1 pts)
Prices up. Sales down. Buyers gaining leverage.
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#NovaScotiaRealEstate #HalifaxRealEstate #NSHousing
Nova Scotia Real Estate Market Stats January 2026
Nova Scotia's residential real estate market entered 2026 with a sharp divergence between price growth and market activity. Average home prices are up 11.3% year over year
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February 12, 2026 at 8:39 PM
Halifax just posted the tightest office availability rate in all of Canada at 7.7%. But across Atlantic Canada, the downtown office market has permanently changed.
New Turner Drake data shows declining real rents + rising vacancy in every major city.
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#Halifax #RealEstate
Halifax & Atlantic Canada's Downtown Office Market | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
New research from Turner Drake & Partners confirms what many landlords and tenants already feel—the old rules of downtown office leasing across Atlantic Canada no longer apply.
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February 10, 2026 at 7:17 PM
Young Canadians aged 25-34 are earning LESS in real terms than their parents did at the same age. Inflation-adjusted income for this group has actually dropped since 1976, even as overall incomes have risen. No wonder saving for a down payment feels impossible. shorturl.at/1Xiti
First-Time Buyers in Canada Face a Tougher Climb Than Past Generations
If you're a young Canadian trying to break into the housing market, you're not imagining things. It really is harder than it used to be.
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February 9, 2026 at 5:53 PM
🛍️ Toys "R" Us Canada's CCAA filing reflects broader challenges in retail real estate: inflation pressure, supply chain issues, labour costs & the shift to online shopping.
For commercial property owners: 53 store closures in 2 years, with 22 locations remaining. shorturl.at/ko3bE
Toys "R" Us Canada Files for Creditor Protection | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
Toys R Us Canada has filed for creditor protection under the Companies' Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA), marking another significant challenge for the beloved toy retailer that has been downsizing it...
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February 5, 2026 at 4:22 PM
The math that keeps renters renting: Save $25K while paying $2,000/month rent = nearly impossible.
NS just launched a 2% down payment program (yes, really) backed by the Province.
Not for everyone, but if you qualify, it's a game-changer: shorturl.at/mztcO
#HalifaxHomes #NSHousing
How Nova Scotia’s 2% Down Payment Program Makes Homeownership More Accessible
Nova Scotia's new First-time Homebuyers Program addresses this exact challenge. This pilot initiative allows qualified buyers to purchase a home with just 2% down instead of the traditional 5%, with t...
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February 3, 2026 at 3:49 PM
🏠 Here's an unintended consequence of the rental boom: fewer new ownership-oriented projects being built.
With less supply coming online, well-located resale properties could see sustained demand & upward price pressure.
Full breakdown: shorturl.at/YYygh
#HalifaxRealEstate #NSHousing
Purpose-Built Rentals Are Booming in Canada
After decades of relatively modest activity, purpose-built rental construction has surged to levels not seen in over thirty years.
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February 2, 2026 at 5:49 PM
Just been named executor and wondering what to do with the house? You're not alone. Here's your step-by-step guide to probate, timing, and when you can actually list and sell the property in Nova Scotia. shorturl.at/DfCtd #estatesaleNovaScotia #roblough
Suddenly an Executor in Nova Scotia What Happens to the House | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
Finding out you're named as executor in someone's will or being the family member everyone looks to when a loved one passes away can feel overwhelming.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:36 PM
ank of Canada holds overnight rate at 2.25% 📊

What it means for Nova Scotia buyers & sellers:
✅ Borrowing costs stay steady
✅ Demand remains cautiously active
✅ Prices continue gradual climb
✅ Balanced inventory persists

Spring market outlook ⬇️
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#NSRealEstate #HalifaxHousing
Bank of Canada Holds Overnight Rate at 2.25%
When the Bank of Canada announces a rate hold, it might seem like non-news at first glance. But for buyers, sellers, and investors in Nova Scotia's real estate market
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January 28, 2026 at 2:50 PM
⏰ NS homeowners: You have until Feb 12, 2026 to appeal your assessment! Nova Scotia just crossed $200B in total property values—watch this breakdown to understand your rights, CAP protection, and what you actually owe: youtu.be/ORwsWeaS3TU #PropertyAssessment
Nova Scotia Passes the $200B Mark: What Rising Assessments Really Mean for Homeowners
YouTube video by Rob Lough Realtor Century 21 Optimum Realty
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January 22, 2026 at 11:58 AM
Nova Scotia just crossed $200B in total property assessments! 📈 But before you panic about your tax bill, understand this: the Capped Assessment Program (CAP) limits increases to just 2.6% for most homeowners. Here's what you need to know 👇 shorturl.at/1HDXA #NSRealEstate #Halifax
Nova Scotia Passes the $200B Mark
If you've opened your 2026 property assessment notice and felt a jolt of sticker shock, you're not alone. Nova Scotia has officially crossed a historic threshold
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January 22, 2026 at 11:45 AM
🏢 Major rental market shift: Canada's apartment vacancy rate jumped from 2.2% to 3.1% in 2025. Historic rental construction + slower population growth = more options for renters.

But Nova Scotia's story is different →

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#RealEstate #Halifax #Investing
Canada’s Apartment Market Shows First Signs of Relief in 2025
After years of unprecedented tightness, Canada's rental apartment market is finally showing signs of easing as vacancy rates climb across major cities.
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January 15, 2026 at 1:12 PM
Truro buyers: 2025 winter months offered more negotiating room (60-85 days on market) vs competitive summer (30 days). But the 96-98% sold-to-ask ratio all year means realistic offers win. Strategy guide: shorturl.at/OusHC #HomeBuying #NovaScotia
Truro Real Estate Market Report 2025 | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
The Truro, Bible Hill, and Stewiacke area (District 104) wrapped up 2025 with a compelling story of stability and modest appreciation. While larger Nova Scotia markets experienced volatility, this cen...
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January 12, 2026 at 12:05 PM
Just crunched all the 2025 Halifax-Dartmouth real estate numbers.

The surprising finding? Sales volume varied by 300%, but prices only fluctuated 6%.

That's market stability, not speculation.

Complete breakdown with charts and insights:
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#HalifaxRealEstate #MarketData
Halifax-Dartmouth Real Estate Market Statistics 2025 | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
Home prices in the Halifax-Dartmouth region remained elevated and remarkably stable throughout 2025. The year began with average prices in the high-$580,000 range in January, climbing to peak levels o...
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January 11, 2026 at 5:35 PM
Good news for NS homebuyers:
✅ More time to decide (50+ days avg)
✅ Less competition than 2020-2022
✅ Negotiation room returning
✅ 6.9% growth = sustainable market
2026 could be YOUR year.
Details: youtu.be/xujQ3qtrLz8
#FirstTimeHomeBuyer #NovaScotia
Nova Scotia Real Estate Market Statistics 2025: A Year of Transition
YouTube video by Rob Lough Realtor Century 21 Optimum Realty
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January 11, 2026 at 1:28 PM
Good news for NS homebuyers:
✅ More time to decide (50+ days avg)
✅ Less competition than 2020-2022
✅ Negotiation room returning
✅ 6.9% growth = sustainable market
2026 could be YOUR year.
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#FirstTimeHomeBuyer #NovaScotia
Nova Scotia Real Estate Market Statistics 2025
Nova Scotia Real Estate Market Statistics 2025: A Year of Transition Nova Scotia’s 2025 resale market told a story of evolution. Rising prices met strong summer activity before cooling into winter, wi...
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January 11, 2026 at 12:27 PM
Why does a property deed still show the homeowner's name months after bankruptcy? The answer reveals how Canada's land registry system actually works. Understanding this can save buyers thousands when exploring distressed properties.
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Why Property Titles Stay in the Homeowner's Name During Bankruptcy in Canada | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
When a Canadian homeowner files for bankruptcy or faces mortgage enforcement, many people are surprised to discover that the property deed often remains in the original owner's name, sometimes for mon...
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January 7, 2026 at 11:53 AM
🗺️ Provincial mortgage delinquency snapshot:
Saskatchewan: 0.37% (highest)
Ontario: 0.27%
BC: 0.19%
Quebec: Below national average
Nova Scotia mirrors national trends with low arrears despite renewal challenges.
Full breakdown: [LINK]
#NSRealEstate #HalifaxHousing
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Canadian Mortgage Delinquency Rates in 2025
Canada's mortgage delinquency rates are rising but remain low by historical standards. Learn what this means for Nova Scotia homeowners and buyers in 2025.
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January 6, 2026 at 10:22 AM
Despite Q3 decline, NS population is still up 3,584 (+0.33%) year over year. This looks like the end of an unsustainable boom rather than a collapse. Markets serving permanent residents vs temporary populations will see different impacts. shorturl.at/D4uH4 #HalifaxRealEstate
Nova Scotia’s Population Decline
Nova Scotia recorded its first quarterly population decline since 2020, signaling a potential turning point for the province's housing markets after years of unprecedented growth.
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December 18, 2025 at 1:13 PM
Shannon Park is getting a massive makeover: 930 mixed-income homes coming to Dartmouth's waterfront as part of a $300M provincial-federal deal. This will reshape inventory, rentals & neighbourhood character in one of HRM's fastest-growing corridors. shorturl.at/eMXlX #NSHousing #HalifaxRealEstate
Nova Scotia and Ottawa Partner on $300M Shannon Park Housing Project | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
Nova Scotia's housing supply strategy took a major leap forward this week as the province and federal government announced a $300-million partnership to deliver 1,430 new homes across Nova Scotia. The...
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December 15, 2025 at 6:55 PM
📉 Canada's rental market posts 14th straight monthly decline—asking rents hit 18-month low at ~$2,074.
But Nova Scotia is different: +1.8% YoY growth while Toronto (-5.0%) & Vancouver (-6.8%) see major corrections.
Why NS bucks the trend & what it means for you: shorturl.at/iYhIL
Canada's Rental Market Posts Record Decline | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
Canada's rental market is experiencing unprecedented cooling, with national average asking rents falling for the 14th consecutive month to approximately $2,074 in November 2025.
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December 9, 2025 at 8:39 PM
October was 🔥 in Truro—$30M in sales, 70 transactions, homes selling at $400K avg. November reality check: $340K avg, mid-40s sales, 50 days on market. Classic seasonal shift. Spring sellers do best, fall buyers gain leverage. Know the pattern, win the deal. shorturl.at/x8ysj
Truro, Bible Hill & Stewiacke Real Estate Market Update November 2025 | Rob Lough | Realtor/Broker
The Truro area housing market wrapped up November 2025 showing familiar seasonal patterns, with autumn cooling following a robust summer peak. Here's what the latest numbers reveal for buyers and sell...
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December 6, 2025 at 6:48 PM