The timeline varies depending on the property and your situation, but here’s what a typical transaction looks like in Nova Scotia. Once your offer is accepted, the conditional period — during which you’ll complete inspections, secure financing, and satisfy other conditions — generally runs between five and fifteen business days. After the offer goes firm, the closing period is typically 30 to 90 days, depending on what was negotiated in the agreement. From the time you begin your search to the day you get the keys, most buyers in the Halifax and East Hants market are looking at anywhere from a few weeks to a few months, depending on how quickly the right property comes up and how competitive the market is at the time.