Relocating to Nova Scotia
The step-by-step checklist for out-of-province & newcomer buyers — the extra steps that come with buying a home before you're fully settled here.
For buyers moving to Nova Scotia from elsewhere in Canada, or newcomers arriving from abroad. Covers immigration status and eligibility, foreign buyer restrictions, remote-friendly team building, newcomer financing, Power of Attorney for remote signing, and settling-in tasks like MSI health cards and driver's licenses.
Key Tips
Identify your status — the path differs for Canadian citizens, permanent residents, work permit holders, and international students
If not a Canadian citizen or PR, check whether the federal foreign buyer restriction applies to your purchase
Open a Canadian bank account — most lenders and lawyers require one for deposits and closing funds
Plan at least one in-person visit before you're firm on an offer, if at all possible
If signing remotely, discuss a Power of Attorney with your lawyer well before conditions are due
International wire transfers can take several business days — send your down payment early
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