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Kip Walker || September 15, 2023

Real estate activity continued to ease in August

Sales of existing homes continued to moderate in August following the Bank of Canada’s latest interest rate hikes in June and July. Sales fell 4.1% from July and are now 10% below their pre-pandemic...

Kip Walker || September 14, 2023

Government programs & incentives for First Time Home Buyers in Nova Scotia, Canada

Yes, there are government programs and incentives available for First Time Home Buyers in the province of Nova Scotia and Canada-wide programs as well. Here are some notable programs: Canada-wide...

Kip Walker || September 08, 2023

Canadian economy added nearly 40,000 jobs in August

The Canadian economy added a more-than-expected 39,900 jobs in August, according to data released this morning from Statistics Canada. The employment gains consisted of an increase of 32.2k...

Kip Walker || September 07, 2023

Good news for variable-rate borrowers as Bank of Canada leaves rates on hold

Variable-rate mortgage borrowers who have seen their rates skyrocket over the past year and a half received a reprieve today as the Bank of Canada announced a rate hold. That leaves the bank's...