Spotlight: The Halifax Public Gardens
One of the most popular and well-known sites in the South End of Halifax is the beautiful Public Gardens. Comprised of 16 hectares of land off of Spring Garden Road, the Public Gardens is one of the only formal Victorian Gardens left in North America. The Halifax Public Gardens are a cherished piece of nature amidst the hustle and bustle of Downtown Halifax, and are protected not only by the Nova Scotia Heritage Property Act, but were also designated as a National Historic Site of Canada in 1984.
Frequently Asked Questions: Buyers
Buying a condo is one of the biggest purchases a person does in their lifetime. Because it is such a large purchase, there are a lot of legalities involved and steps to complete from start to close. We have compiled a list of the most common questions we receive from our buyers here to help you have the information available to succeed!
Frequently Asked Questions: Sellers Edition
Choosing to sell your condo can be an exciting and overwhelming experience. If you do not have any previous experience, you may have a lot of questions. To learn about the selling process, you can visit our page detailing it here. Even with understanding the process, you may have more questions along the way: this is totally normal. There are a lot of moving parts in the process, so we have outlined some common questions we have had in the past!
House or Condo? Which is Better?
The two most popular property choices when purchasing are, a single-family home or a condominium. Most wonder, which is better? If you ask around, you will likely receive a different answer from each and every person. That is because the truth is, neither is better. Condominiums work great for certain wants and needs, and single-family homes work great for others. So, which is best for you? We decided to dig into the pros and cons of both so that you can learn which would suit you best.
Best Halifax Parks for You and Your Dog!
Hey everyone, it’s Chewy here. I am the CBO(Chief Barketing Officer) for Andrew Perkins Real Estate. I wanted to tell you all about my favourite places to walk in Halifax. My top five are the ones that I frequent all the time with my mom and uncle Andrew. The last few are ones that I haven’t tried yet, but my doggie friends have told me they are great. If they are on this list, I am sure my mom will get me there soon.
9 Restaurants You Need to Try in Halifax!
Halifax has a very unique food scene: The majority of our local restaurants source local ingredients, incorporate our renowned seafood, and of course, feature donairs. Haligonians make enjoying local cuisine a hobby. With many food festivals, the Dine Nova Scotia Association, award-wining chefs and so many unique choices, Halifax is the food hub of Atlantic Canada.
Should you refinance your condo?
In 2020, we all spent a lot of time at home, and this has given a lot of us time to reconsider our financial situations. With the hit that the economy has taken due to the spread of COVID 19, it is important now more than ever to reduce your debt and curb your spending. Save your money and spend it wisely, like with investments that will pay off in the future.
Halifax Sellers: What to Know When Preparing for Viewings
When your Halifax condo is on the market, there is potential that many eyes will be peering in. You will have likely had professional photos taken, and a home staging completed. This kind of marketing will highlight all of your Halifax condo’s best features, and you will want to keep your condo up to those picture-perfect standards when curious buyers see the unit in person.