INSight Blog
Narrative Research Poll
NS: The PCs maintain their lead in terms of voter support. A slight majority remain satisfied with the provincial government’s performance. Houston remains most preferred as Premier. February 28, 2024 A majority are satisfied with the performance of the provincial...
Interest Rates
Tal holds fast to forecast: Interest rate cuts likely this summer Real estate market 'can do extremely well' when rates do come down CIBC World Markets deputy chief economist Benjamin Tal believes major global economies are slowing down, but told the audience at the...
Opinion
What Do the Recent Proposed Federal Government Changes Mean for Short-Term Rental Operators in Halifax, NS? Stephen Himmelman MBA, CPA, CMA is a licensed real estate advisor with Cushman & Wakefield Atlantic and provides financial services through Stephen W...
Development
120-unit housing development in Fall River can proceed after decision by province Similar project was rejected by Halifax Regional Municipality in 2022 The Nova Scotia government has cleared the way for a 120-unit housing development in Fall River — where a similar...
Consumer Debt
Canadian Mortgage Credit Continues To Slow, Credit Card Debt Surges Debt-crazed Canadians may not be borrowing to buy a home, but they are borrowing—a lot. Bank of Canada (BoC) data reveals outstanding mortgage credit made a small climb in December, at an unusually...
OP Response to Alex Stratford, Saltwire
Alec Stratford’s recent submission has major flaws in his arguments on housing. Since he referenced the Investment Property Owners Association of Nova Scotia (IPOANS), we felt it important to correct his many incorrect statements.
Fixed-Term Leases
Nova Scotia pledges modest housing spending The Nova Scotia is preparing for modest housing spending, equating to 4.6 per cent of its capital plan for 2024-25. Newly tabled figures pledge $74.2 million for public and student housing in $1.6 billion worth of intended...
Nova Scotia – Capital Budget
Nova Scotia pledges modest housing spending The Nova Scotia is preparing for modest housing spending, equating to 4.6 per cent of its capital plan for 2024-25. Newly tabled figures pledge $74.2 million for public and student housing in $1.6 billion worth of intended...
Property Assessments
Landlord 'between anger and helplessness' as his property value on affordable housing units more than doubles in Truro, N.S. TRURO, N.S. — Mike Scherz was shocked when he saw his 2024 property value assessment. Scherz is a landlord who owns a five-unit apartment...
HRM Board of Police of Commissioners
IPOANS appeared before HRM's Board of Police Commissioners, advocating for adequate funding for HRPD. Statement by Kevin Russell HRM Board of Police Commissioners February 7, 2024 Mayor, Councillors, Commissioner Kent, Members of the Board of Police Commissioners...
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