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In this Market Minute, I will be discussing single family home sales in the Clayton Park, Fairview, Fairmount and Rockingham areas. Learn how the market is trending and how demand for homes has increased sales. Thinking of selling your home? Contact me for your complimentary Market Evaluation!
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Today, I discuss the sales of single family homes on the peninsula in October 2018 vs. October 2019 and reflect on how the market is trending up. The market is still busy. Are you thinking of selling your home? Contact me today for your complimentary Market Evaluation!
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After a lot of thought, you’ve decided your home is too big. You haven’t seen the cat in days and the living room hasn’t been lived in for years. The kids have moved out or you quite simply hate the idea of cleaning three bathrooms. The reasons for downsizing are numerous, but the tactics to accomplish the goal of downsizing are very similar. We simplify the downsizing process so you can focus on the things that matter most.
On November 26/19 join Coldwell Banker Maritime Realty and renowned Organize Anything expert, Colette Robicheau to learn how to effectively right size your life.
Why you might want to downsize:
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The Nova Scotia Real Estate Commission is responsible for protecting the best interests of the public. In a recent press release, they've brought attention to a scenario which creates vulnerability for home buyers and we want to make sure you know what to do about it.
Before I dive into how it affects you, I need to explain a few things regarding the agreement of purchase and sale:
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It is with great excitement that we welcome Adam Scott to the team at Coldwell Banker Maritime Realty! Adam's values based on providing outstanding service falls directly in line with our company's core mission statement. We are very proud to have him on board and look forward to seeing him succeed!
Adam Scott has lived in Halifax since 2012. He’s happily married and a proud father of two. Originally from Ontario, Adam always wanted to be somewhere with a big city feel but, a small town vibe. Halifax delivers and he’s thrilled to call it home. Adam has come to love the beautiful and dynamic landscape of the Nova Scotian Shore and in particular, Hubbards, where his wife’s family has roots that go back to the 1940’s.
Adam…
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For many, buying a home can be an incredibly intimidating prospect. Perhaps it’s the fear of not knowing what to do or where to start. Perhaps it’s the commitment that comes with owning your own home versus the care free nature of renting. Maybe it’s the down payment or the other upfront costs associated with a purchase. If you focus on these things without giving equal attention to the upsides, you’ll be paralyzed by fear and likely never make a decision. Renting is easy and because it’s easy, you don’t get anything in return except a roof over your head. You cover all the costs associated with someone else’s asset. You get a roof, while the seller gets the benefit of a long term investment, funded by you.
In…
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The first few months of 2019 have been busy. Single family residential sales increased year-over-year by a substantial 25% while months of inventory sits at a lowly 2.64. This means if nothing else were listed, it would take 2.64 months for everything to sell. Anything below three months is considered a seller’s market where prices trend upwards. The average sale price increased by 2.8% to $562,600 while the amount of time it takes to sell a home dropped from 51 days to 44.
This is a scenario becoming far more common as competition heats up on the Peninsula. You need to be fully utilizing your REALTOR®; ask to receive automatic notifications when homes that fit your criteria are listed. The best properties are selling in hours…
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This seems like a simple question but it is an important one. I’ve seen countless occasions where seller’s were given false promises as to the start date of a listing. Whether through delays with photographers due to poor organization or a lack of urgency from the agent, it’s not a good way to start a working relationship. Customer service not only about meeting expectations, but aiming to exceed them. Starting a listing on time as per the promise made to you is the bare minimum requirement.
At HaliPad, we can launch a listing within a 24 hour period if we have enough notice beforehand to arrange the photographer. We guarantee our listings go to market on time, as per the promises we make to you.
It’s…
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First impressions can make or break an opportunity. Taking the time to do simple paint touch ups, de-cluttering and cleaning show that you take pride in your property. A home that is clean and tidy makes a buyer feel as though they are investing in something that has been well maintained. It gives them confidence in their decision and will likely improve your chances of attracting an offer at a higher price. We take the time during our initial consultation to point out areas that could be improved as we aim to turn your home, into a show home.
It’s Your Move: Select a Realtor who is going to help you properly prepare your home to result in a faster sale at the highest price possible.
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I place this one first because I feel it is one of the most important questions. I understand that many real estate agents have other jobs and need those jobs in order to make ends meet, especially during the start of their careers. However, without sounding cruel, that is not your problem. Your home represents a huge personal investment. It’s important you have an agent who is immersed in the market and able to accommodate you, when you need them. It is important that your agent is fully invested in their career and as a result, able to provide the guidance and customer service you deserve.
It's Your Move: The agent you hire should ensure your positive experience is their number one priority.
Would you rather work…
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