April 2020

'COVID-19 means big changes for realtors, home buyers and sellers' ~ Halifax Yvonne Colbert · CBC News · Posted: Mar 27, 2020
... trading has not halted anywhere in Canada and it instead recommends agents try to limit or stop any work that requires personal interaction with others, including in-person appointments, property viewings and open houses... virtual tours... ...
Agents scrapping open houses as real estate industry responds to COVID-19 ~ Mar 20, 2020 By: Michael Lightstone, Halifax Today
... due to the COVID-19 turmoil, he said, visiting a property in person has to be balanced with the greater good. “That’s the balance that we’re trying to strike right now,” said Honsberger, who’s also the president of NSAR ...
Market Watch - COVID-19 Weighing on The Housing Market
The Canadian real estate market is adjusting to tightened restrictions on doing business as properties continue to swap hands in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. ... read more
What is Mortgage Payment Deferral?
The Coronavirus crisis has left many homeowners in Canada without a job or with reduced hours and wondering how to pay their mortgage. Homeowners facing financial stress may be eligible for a mortgage payment deferral up to 6 months to help ease the financial burden. ... read more
Spring Home Maintenance Checklist
Keeping your home in top shape requires year-round care. While each season brings different tasks and challenges for homeowners, spring is an especially important time – it’s when to assess winter wear and prepare for summer. ... read more
Top Energy–Saving Tips for Your Home
Good energy habits help you save money and the way we use energy plays a big role in how much we’re paying for it. For example, if you leave the hot water running constantly while you’re shaving, you’re using a lot of hot water just to rinse the razor a few times. ... read more
 

With Compliments of

Michele Vyge-Fraser
Real Estate Agent/ Associate Broker/ CNE®


Red Door Realty
1314 Cathedral Lane
Chapter House
Halifax, Nova Scotia, B3H4S7
T: 902-830-6397
D: 902-830-6397
NovaScotiaRealEstate@gmail.com
www.RedDoorRealty.ca



NATIONAL MORTGAGE RATES
Term Posted
Rates*
Best
Rates*
6 Months 3.34% 3.30%
1 Year 3.59% 3.04%
2 Years 3.74% 2.89%
3 Years 3.89% 2.79%
4 Years 3.95% 2.95%
5 Years 5.34% 2.69%
7 Years 5.80% 2.99%
10 Years 6.10% 3.04%
Variable Rate 2.90%
Prime Rate ** 3.95%
*last updated: Feb 18,2020


https://www.reddoorrealty.ca

388 Robertson Road, Egerton/Merigomish, Pictou County!

Fabulous Ocean Views Property ~ a Must Sea :)

List Price $825,000

Have you been dreaming of Nova Scotia Pictou County Seaside Living less than 2 hours from the Halifax Airport? Imagine warm Northumberland Strait waters, uncrowded sandy beaches, fabulous boating, easy fishing, and a beautiful move-in ready 3-level seaside year-round home or seasonal luxury getaway with almost 360 degrees of gorgeous ocean views, deeded water access, and boat mooring! Located in an established Egerton private community, this property offers 3 great bedrooms, bathrooms on each level, vaulted ceilings great room, a private family room, and office space with excellent internet, gorgeous landscaping and gardens, sunrise, sunset, cocktails, and coffee decks, outdoor private dining gazebo, 2 car detached heated garage with workshop, cedar lined garden shed... all this and more plus the fishing boat, 2 kayaks and ride on lawn mower can be included! Bonus... Melmerby and Big Island Beaches are close by too! This area is truly one of Nova Scotia's best-kept secrets because these opportunities are rare. MLS 202314229

 

27 Kingsmere Court, Timberlea

List Price $599,000

Close to the golfing, skating, cross country skiing and walking trail amenities in Brunello Estates plus St Margaret Bay beaches and boating, this beautiful large home huge fenced in property has been family owned since 1981. And the exceptional location is on a wonderful cul-de-sac in a great Timberlea neighbourhood! Perfect for growing families, this family home is bright and cheerful and includes an eat-in kitchen, separate dining room, large living room, spacious family room, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, lots of storage and an attached garage. 27 Kingsmere Court is also perfectly located at the top of the circle. The home and property have been exceptionally well cared for over the years with many recent updates. Pride of ownership, great curb appeal, amazing lifestyle and a happy home. Definitely a must see! Quick closing available. MLS 202323649

Halifax Mortgage Specialist Bruce Lusby 

(902) 210-0515

http://mortgageweb.ca/BruceLusby

Halifax, Nova Scotia - updated Oct 6, 2015

Variable:

5yr @ Prime - .65% (2.05%)

HELOC @ Prime +.25% (2.95%)

Fixed:
1yr 2.29%
2yr 2.09%
3yr 2.24%
4yr 2.54%
5yr 2.54%
6yr 3.39%
7yr 3.44%
10yr 3.84%

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