Fredericton Real Estate Blog

Everything here is about Fredericton specifically. What closing actually costs in New Brunswick, what I find when I walk through a 1970s house on the north side, what the benchmark price is doing in your part of the city, and the things that catch buyers and sellers out here in particular.

No recycled national advice, and nothing you have to fill in a form to read.

Cost to Buy a Home in Fredericton NB (2026 Guide)

March 12, 2026

If you’re thinking about buying a home in Fredericton in 2026, the purchase price is only part of the story. Many buyers, especially first-time buyers, are surprised to learn there are several additional costs involved when purchasing a home. Understanding these expenses ahead of time will help you budget properly and avoid surprises on closing […]

March Break Home Prep: What to Do Before You Leave

Fredericton Home Preparation Before Vacation Checklist

February 26, 2026

If you’re travelling this March Break, proper Fredericton home preparation before vacation is essential. Even a short trip can lead to costly damage if your home isn’t protected from freezing temperatures, water leaks, or security risks. Here’s a simple checklist to prepare your Fredericton home before leaving town. 1️⃣ Keep the Heat On Even if […]

❄️ ICE DAM? What Every Homeowner Should Know 👇

February 19, 2026

❄️ WHAT IS AN ICE DAM? What Every Homeowner Should Know 👇 With Fredericton winters in full swing, ice dams become a real concern for homeowners. What is an ice dam? An ice dam forms when heat from your home causes snow on your roof to melt. The melted water runs down toward the colder […]

Rob Hamel, Fredericton REALTOR®, holding house keys beside icons for legal fees, taxes and closing costs

How Much Does Closing Really Cost in Fredericton?

December 29, 2019

Update, August 2026 — Rob Hamel. I wrote this series in 2019 from the point of view of a first-time buyer I was working with, using their real numbers, and I am leaving the account itself exactly as written — an itemised breakdown of what somebody actually paid is worth more than a generic list. […]

Why Work With a REALTOR®?

November 17, 2019

About this series. I wrote “The blog of a first time home buyer” in 2019 from the point of view of a first-time buyer I was working with, using their real experience and their real numbers. The voice is theirs; I am the REALTOR® who was on the other side of it. Reviewed August 2026. […]

How to Work an Open House Like a Pro

November 10, 2019

About this series. I wrote “The blog of a first time home buyer” in 2019 from the point of view of a first-time buyer I was working with, using their real experience and their real numbers. The voice is theirs; I am the REALTOR® who was on the other side of it. Reviewed and still […]

Rent or Buy? How One Fredericton Buyer Decided

November 2, 2019

About this series. I wrote “The blog of a first time home buyer” in 2019 from the point of view of a first-time buyer I was working with, using their real experience and their real numbers. The voice is theirs; I am the REALTOR® who was on the other side of it. Update, August 2026. […]