If you’ve been feeling like the real estate market just doesn’t make sense anymore… you might not be wrong. You might just have a case of Post-COVID Market Stress Disorder — or PCMSD for short.
What It Looks Like for Sellers
For sellers, the symptoms often show up as expecting their home to sell for way more than it’s actually worth or believing it should sell in two weeks flat — or something’s wrong. Remember those days when buyers were flying in from Toronto, throwing offers around like confetti, and homes were selling in hours? That was COVID-market fever.
But that’s not today’s reality.
What It Looks Like for Buyers
For buyers, PCMSD looks a little different. If a home has been on the market for more than a couple of weeks, they assume there must be something wrong with it. The truth? During the pandemic, days-on-market were unprecedented — blink, and the home was gone.
Today, we’re living in a normal Halifax real estate market again — one that’s balanced, healthy, and sustainable.
The Market Isn’t Broken — It’s Normal
If I could use one of those “Men in Black” memory-wipe pens to erase everyone’s memory of the COVID market, I would! Because what we have now isn’t broken — it’s simply normal. Homes are selling at fair prices, buyers have time to make thoughtful decisions, and negotiations are back on the table. That’s a good thing.
The Cure for PCMSD
Luckily, there’s an easy treatment — and it’s completely side-effect-free. All it takes is a healthy dose of straight talkfrom an experienced agent who’s worked through more market cycles than TikTok has reels.
For sellers, that means setting a realistic price and using a proven marketing strategy — not chasing inflated expectations. For buyers, it means seeing the real picture, recognizing value, and finding a home that truly fits your lifestyle — whether it’s been on the market for two days or two months.
Because at the end of the day, the right agent helps you win — and at the best possible price.
Ready to Cure Your PCMSD?
The Halifax real estate market is normal again — and that’s good news for both buyers and sellers. So if you’re ready to make your next move with confidence, the prescription is simple: connect with our team today.
Whether you’re buying, selling, or investing, we’ll help you navigate today’s market with clarity, strategy, and results!
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