Judy Mitchell's blog

Let’s have a real conversation about the word "Balanced." The crazy years of 2021,2022 and 2023 , could only be called a "Frantic Seller’s Market!". Sellers were in the drivers seat and completely controlled the market! 

The current real estate environment (4.3 months of inventory) is a Balanced Market. And here is the encouraging message: This is often better for a serious seller than a chaotic one.

New Brunswick Migration Myth vs. Reality

We hear it often: "Are people still moving here from Ontario? I thought that trend ended!" It is a crucial question for Saint John sellers. If we are relying on outside demand, we need to know the reality, not the rumors.

First, the myth: The pandemic 'work from home' rush has changed. People are not just "fleeing" city centers. The dynamic is now one of strategic moves. For a few years we were seeing people moving from other provinces, especially Ontario, with no personal experience or knowledge of life in Saint John. When the...

 What $338k Gets You Across Canada (And Why it Makes Your House a "Sell Up" Dream)

Today, we are looking at real numbers from CREA and NBREA from March 2026, and they are encouraging. The big question we hear from sellers is: "Who is buying my home?"A key demographic in 2026 is the inter-provincial buyer seeking equity release. Let’s contrast what the average price in Saint John ($338,294) buys right now across Canada:

•     Greater Vancouver Area: This buys you roughly 400 square feet of a 1-bedroom condo built in 1980, with a view of an alleyway.

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If you or your parents listed a home ten years ago, the strategy was simple: clean up, price low, and wait. That is not the landscape of 2026. The real estate market has localized significantly.

Across Canada, markets are showing extreme volatility. Big urban hubs are watching headlines about corrections, while others (like Calgary and Saint John) continue their steady rise. This can be confusing for a seller trying to time the market. It takes an experienced agent to be on top of shifting trends.

This is where the narrative shifts: Saint John isn't just "cheap";...

It happens every year. In March, the snow is still melting, and sellers say, "I’ll just wait until the flowers are blooming, and my lawn looks better." We get it. Mud isn't photogenic. But as a marketing professional in 2026, I have to give you the somber reality: Waiting might cost you money. While your lawn will look better in May, you will also be competing with the "May Rush." According to NBREB and CREA historic data, listings can often double by late spring.

Right now, we are in a beautifully Balanced Market with 4.3 months of inventory. The demand is high, but the...

The Luck, the Lore, and the Legacy: Why Selling Your Saint John Heritage Home is Different.

Top of the morning to you, Saint John!

Today isn't just a day to wear green or find a great pint (though we highly recommend doing both). As we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day 2026, we are also celebrating the incredible, deep-rooted identity that defines our region. They don’t call us “Canada’s Most Irish City” for nothing.  From the brickwork Uptown that Irish hands helped lay, to the names on our street signs and in our directory, the impact of Irish heritage here is undeniable. But as...

Selling a home in Saint John isn't like selling a condo in Moncton or a suburban build in Fredericton. We have fog, we have hills, and we have heritage. To get top dollar here, you have to lean into what makes our "Port City" charm actually valuable.

1. The "Mud Room" VIP Status: In New Brunswick, a functional entryway isn't a luxury; it's a survival tool. If yours is organized, highlight it. If it feel cluttered or lacks function this is the time to give it a purpose.
2. The Heritage Factor: Whether it's a brick-and-beam Uptown loft or a century home in Mount Pleasant, buyers are...