A perfect downsizing experience for Sandra and Bill Collier
A beautiful new min i home at Ten Beaches Estates suits this couple’s next phase of life.
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How to pull together a down payment
With a little help and planning, that essential down payment might not be too far off.
How a First Home Savings Account (FHSA) can work for you
This fantastic savings tool could help you reach your home ownership goals faster.
10 reasons to make 2025 the year you buy a home
Buying a home is still a wise investment, even in this economy.
Green Spaces in Small Places
Create a green oasis that enhances your outdoor living experience.
Homeownership: Your Path to Financial Security
In today’s difficult economic climate, home ownership is still a solid financial move.
Mini homes are Perfect Starter Homes for Young Couples
When you’re starting a life together, mini homes provide a perfect first home.
Meet the team: Mike Dayton
One of our favourite people is back working at Havill’s, and he’s a true asset.
Embracing the Emotional Landscape of Downsizing
Change isn’t always easy. Here’s how to navigate this challenging, but rewarding time.
Maximizing Space in Children’s Bedrooms
Kids room can fast become overwhelming, here’s how to keep them organized.
Why mini homes are better investments than condos
Here’s why why a new mini home can be a superior investment to a condo.
Understanding the FHSA Program for First-Time Buyers
This program makes it easier to save the funds you need to invest in your first home.
Making Friends in Your New Mini Home Community
When you settle into a new mini home community, connect with your neighbours to. feel more at home.
Why Downsizing Seniors Choose Mini Homes
Mini homes are the ideal choice for downsizing seniors seeking a life of comfort and freedom.
Twelve Steps for a Stress-Free Move
These tips will set you up for a smooth move, and unpacking experience.
10 Renter Things You Won’t Miss When You Buy a Mini Home
Renting a place to call home has its perks, but plenty of less-desirable things too!
Mini Homes: A Smart Investment for Your Future
In the realm of real estate investments, mini homes have emerged as a hidden gem.
Twelve Decorating Tips for Small Spaces
With the right colour selections and furniture, you can perfect small space living.
Ten Signs You’re Ready to Stop Renting and Buy a Mini Home
Sometimes you just know! But here are some other signs that it is time to make the move.
Simplify Your Life: Tips for Downsizing to a Mini Home
Here’s how to make the downsizing process a breeze.
Buying in a High-Interest Rate Market
This could still be a great time to buy your first home or upgrade your housing situation. Here’s why.
Twelve Ways to Prepare Kids for Moving to a New Home
Moving can be an emotional experience for kids. Here’s how to make the move go smoother for everyone.
Getting Cozy in Your New Mini Home This Fall
It’s the perfect time for hunkering down and enjoying your space. Here’s how to make it even cozier.
Improving your credit score to help you buy a home
How to increase your credit score, which will help you secure home financing at preferential rates.
Grants, rebates, and strategies for home buyers
How to access the money you need to get started on the road to home ownership.
Introducing our owner and president Alan Havill
Havill’s was started by Alan’s grandfather in 1953 and has always been a family-centred business. He has plenty of fun memories to share.
A brand new Jasper mini home was the perfect move for these downsizers
Bill and Roberta Parker couldn’t be happier with their decision to move to Springfield Estates.
Downsizing? Here’s how to get started
Preparing to move into a smaller home can seem like a daunting task. Here’s how to get started.
For accessible living, mini homes can’t be beat
Mini homes are easily adaptable for those with mobility issues, in fact, many adaptations come as standard.
Havill’s by the numbers
We’ve compiled a list of fun facts on Havill’s and the mini homes that we sell.
Meet Viola Selk-Tramble, our Sales Manager and Home Consultant
When Viola Selk-Tramble started working in sales at Havill’s back in 2006, she was well acquainted with the company. Her father was the Sales Manager at Havill’s for approximately 15 years.
Six reasons your family will love moving into a new mini home
Once families move in they realize that a mini home in a land lease community actually provides everything they need and know that they’ll end up staying a lot longer than they originally intended.
Is it still a good time to buy a new mini home?
The past few years have been challenging to say the least. Having to contend with a global pandemic, seemingly endless supply chain issues in the constr…
Meet our multi-talented Chandler Bigelow, the heart of Havill’s
When potential customers reach out to our team at Havill’s, it’s usually our warm and friendly Chandler Bigelow that picks up the phone. Chandler is the…
The benefits of having an in-house service team
One major benefit that Havill’s offers its homeowners is that we have our own in-house service team. “We have our own specialized crew who are there to…
The Evolution of the Mini Home
When people start looking into the possibility of buying a mini home, we often hear that they are surprised at how nice our homes are. There’s still som…
No winter slowdown with a new build mini home
Living in the Maritimes, we all know only too well how nasty winter weather slows life down. This is especially true when it comes to home building. How…
Seven reasons you should stop renting and buy your own home
The idea of taking the leap toward home ownership can be scary, it is a big commitment and requires a lot of financial planning. But, the rewards are…
Should You Trade-in or Renovate?
As our homes get older, what we need from our living space can change. Our families can grow, or shrink as kids leave the nest, and sometimes we just…
Emily Towns’ fabulous year at Ten Beaches
When registered nurse Emily Towns was offered a job in Halifax, she was eager to move her husband and four young children from Ontario to Nova Scotia as…
Mini Home Facts Versus Myths
Sometimes when you say the word mini home, people will respond by saying something along the lines of, “Oh, you mean a mobile home?” or they’ll say s…
Mini homes are super cozy here’s why
When people come to view our mini homes, they are often surprised to learn that today’s mini homes are incredibly energy efficient. Older mini homes had…
Land lease communities create social connections
These days, in an increasingly fragmented society it is all too easy to feel lonely. This can be especially true in apartment buildings, where a high…
Mini homes are perfect for new life chapters
John Lennon once said that life is what happens when you’re busy making other plans. With the best intentions in the world, we often end up in differ…
