Taryl Melanson Realtor

Taryl Melanson Realtor 25 successful years of clients in "the hair chair", you figure out what people want. An institution since 1980, I turned my talents from hair to homes.

A strong work ethic and a straightforward and honest approach are qualities you will benefit from. My broad knowledge of the city will help in finding you the property you are looking for. My knack for design and décor will further assist you in identifying what you may not see yourself! I look forward to working with you!

Fall is moving in… and apparently, so is cozy. 🍂🏡I LOVE seeing what changes in home design every season, and the Fall 20...
09/18/2026

Fall is moving in… and apparently, so is cozy. 🍂🏡

I LOVE seeing what changes in home design every season, and the Fall 2026 trends might be some of my favourites in a while.

According to House Beautiful and other design publications, the perfectly polished, everything-matches look is taking a back seat. This fall is warmer, more personal and a little more lived-in.

Here are a few trends I’m loving:

🤎 Rich, darker woods — walnut and deeper wood tones are replacing some of the pale, washed-out finishes we’ve seen everywhere.

🍷 Moody colour — chocolate brown, oxblood, burgundy, deep green and navy are having a moment.

🛋️ Layers, layers, layers — wool, velvet, vintage textiles, rugs and throws that make you want to curl up and stay awhile.

💡 Softer lighting — lamps, interesting shades and candles instead of relying on one bright overhead fixture.

🖼️ Collected over coordinated — vintage finds, art, books and pieces with a story are winning over rooms where everything matches.

House Beautiful has even given the ultra-cozy version of this a name: “burrowcore.” Think worn wood, overstuffed seating, vintage finds and warm lighting.

Personally, I’m here for it. 🙋‍♀️ A home should feel warm, welcoming and like real people actually live there—not like a showroom.

Which fall trend would you bring into your home? 🍂

The house has been on the market for a while… so what's wrong with it? 👀Maybe something. Maybe absolutely nothing.Buyers...
09/17/2026

The house has been on the market for a while… so what's wrong with it? 👀

Maybe something. Maybe absolutely nothing.

Buyers often see a higher days-on-market number and immediately think, 🚩 “What’s wrong with the house?” But a listing can sit for all kinds of reasons.

Maybe it started out overpriced, the original photos didn’t show it well, or it hit the market at a difficult time. A previous deal may have fallen through for reasons that had nothing to do with the house—or buyers may simply have overlooked it.

And sometimes, a home that’s been sitting is exactly the one worth taking another look at.

Don’t automatically cross a property off your list because it isn’t brand new to market. Ask why it’s still available and find out the story behind the listing.

That’s where having a REALTOR® dig into the history can make a big difference. There may be information—and potentially an opportunity—that you won’t see in the listing photos.

See a house that’s been sitting and wondering what the story is? 📩 Send me the address. I’ll take a closer look and help you figure out whether it deserves a second look.

🏡 When buyers hear “multiple offers,” it's easy to think the only option is "Offer more money."But price is only ONE par...
09/15/2026

🏡 When buyers hear “multiple offers,” it's easy to think the only option is "Offer more money."

But price is only ONE part of an offer. A seller may also be looking at:

→ Financing conditions
→ Inspection conditions
→ Deposit
→ Closing date
→ Included items
→ How quickly conditions can be satisfied
→ The overall certainty of the deal

Does that mean you should remove every condition just to win?

Absolutely not.

It means we figure out where you can make your offer attractive without taking on risks that don't make sense for you.

And most importantly?

We decide your walk-away number BEFORE emotions take over.

Winning the house isn't a win if you wake up the next morning wondering what you just did.

Found the one?

📩 Let's build an offer that's competitive, strategic—and still one you'll feel good about tomorrow.

The house is perfect. But what about the street? 🏡 👀You can change the paint.You can renovate the kitchen.You can finish...
09/14/2026

The house is perfect. But what about the street? 🏡 👀

You can change the paint.

You can renovate the kitchen.

You can finish the basement.

You cannot move the house.

Before you fall completely in love with a property, take 20 minutes and look beyond the front door.

🚗 Drive the street during rush hour.

🌙 Come back in the evening.

🚶 Walk the neighbourhood instead of just driving through it.

🔊 Stop and actually listen. Traffic? Construction? Airplanes?

☕ Check how far you really are from the places you'll use every week.

🚙 Try the commute at the time you'd actually be making it.

And one of my favourites? Sit in your car outside the house for 10 minutes and just watch.

A beautiful kitchen can make you fall in love during a 30-minute showing.

But you're not just buying a house.

You're buying the location every single day you live there.

Found a house you're considering? Send it to me. Let's look at the whole picture—not just the listing photos.

Happy Labour Day weekend! 🇨🇦Today is a chance to slow down, soak up the last days of summer, and enjoy some well-earned ...
09/05/2026

Happy Labour Day weekend! 🇨🇦

Today is a chance to slow down, soak up the last days of summer, and enjoy some well-earned time with the people who make home feel like home. 🏡☀️

Wishing my clients, friends, family, colleagues and community a safe, relaxing and very happy Labour Day long weekend!

💙 Taryl Melanson

Same budget. VERY different house. At around $700K, where you buy can dramatically change what you get:📍 HALIFAX — You m...
08/28/2026

Same budget. VERY different house. At around $700K, where you buy can dramatically change what you get:

📍 HALIFAX — You may trade square footage and lot size for walkability, established neighbourhoods and proximity to downtown.

📍 DARTMOUTH — Your budget may stretch further while still keeping you close to both downtown Dartmouth and Halifax.

📍 BEDFORD — Family-home territory, with the choice often coming down to newer + smaller lot vs. older + more space.

📍 TIMBERLEA — More room to spread out, with potentially more house and yard for your money.

📍 SACKVILLE — Your budget can often buy more house and property, with a longer commute into the city.

📍 EASTERN PASSAGE — Great potential for buyers prioritizing value, community and proximity to the ocean.

The real question isn't just “What can I afford?” It's “What matters most to me?”

📐 More space?
🌳 Bigger yard?
🚶 Walkability?
🚗 Shorter commute?
🔨 Move-in ready?

Send me your budget + top 3 must-haves, and I'll tell you where I'd start looking.

Thinking about selling this fall? Please don’t spend a dollar until you read this.There’s a huge temptation to start fix...
08/26/2026

Thinking about selling this fall? Please don’t spend a dollar until you read this.

There’s a huge temptation to start fixing, renovating and “getting the house ready” the second you decide to sell. But some of the things sellers spend the MOST money on are things I’d tell them not to do.

❌ I wouldn’t renovate a functional kitchen just because it’s dated.

Spending $30,000+ doesn’t automatically add $30,000+ to your sale price. Sometimes fresh paint, hardware, lighting and styling are all you need. Let’s figure out what buyers actually care about before ripping out cabinets.

❌ I wouldn’t price my house based on what I “need” to get.

Your mortgage balance, next-home budget or renovation costs don’t determine market value. Comparable sales, competition, condition, location and what buyers are doing right now do.

❌ I wouldn’t spend thousands on staging before talking to my REALTOR®.

Staging can be fantastic—but not every house needs it. Sometimes rearranging, editing and bringing in a few key pieces is enough.

❌ I wouldn’t ignore the little problems.

That loose railing, dripping faucet or door that sticks? Buyers notice—and inspectors definitely do. Small fixes now can prevent bigger concerns later.

And finally…

❌ I wouldn’t make ANY major decisions about preparing my house before having someone walk through it with me.

One of the first things I do with sellers is separate the “Worth doing” from the “Please don’t waste your money.” 😂

If selling this fall—or sometime in the next year—is on your radar, let’s talk before you start spending.

08/22/2026

🏡 JUST LISTED + OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW! 🏡

📍 46 Old Ferry Road, Dartmouth
🗓️ OPEN HOUSE: Sunday, August 23 | 2–4 PM

If you’ve been waiting for a home with serious character, this is one you need to see in person.

Architect-designed in 1976, this distinctive 3-bedroom, 2-bath home has a treehouse-inspired feel, natural cedar shakes and a beautiful setting among mature trees. With three floors of living space, it’s warm, interesting and completely different from the cookie-cutter homes you see every day.

✨ A few highlights:
• 3 bedrooms + 2 baths
• Unique 1970s architectural design
• 3rd-floor flex space with tons of possibilities
• New roof
• Natural gas boiler
• 200-amp electrical service
• Mature, private-feeling surroundings
• Fantastic location close to downtown Dartmouth

There’s something incredibly special about a home that has its own personality — and 46 Old Ferry Road absolutely does.

Come wander through, take in the architecture and see what makes this Dartmouth gem so unique.

🚪 OPEN HOUSE TOMORROW — SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 | 2–4 PM

Link to Full Listing ➡ https://www.realtor.ca/real-estate/30183817/46-old-ferry-road-dartmouth

Can’t make the Open House? Send me a message to arrange a private viewing.

Taryl Melanson | REALTOR®

Address

1901 Gottingen Street
Halifax, NS
B3J0C6

Telephone

+19022212647

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