- Disposal of your rental unit. Pay for getting out of lease
- Pay for costs to sell your residence,all real estate commissions and legal fees etc,mortgage breaking penalties, home equity assistance
-Costs associated with your house hunting trip such as travel and hotels
-Cost to purchase new house including legal fees, inspections
-Cost to move such as moving expenses, travel etc.
-Much more. Ask IRP rep for more details.

- Building Inspection on your existing property
- Marketing Incentives such as decorating allowances, early closing incentives
- Cost to have someone take care of your children on HHT
- Dependant and Extended Family Travel
- Bridge Financing
- Interest on $25,000 Home Relocation Loan
- Miscellaneous Expenses for Extended Family such as transportation, lodgings, meals and miscellaneous expenses
- Car rental when primary vehicle shipped
- Shipment of - Second Vehicle, Pets, Boats, Antiques, Artwork, RV's,
Trailers
- Miscellaneous Shipping Expenses
Spousal Employment Search expenses

- Movement Grant: Members receive a non-accountable grant in an amount of $650. This allowance is intended to offset various losses or expenses incurred but not
specifically provided for because of the move. Members must sign a
statement verifying that these expenses were incurred. Receipts are not
required.
-Posting Allowance:Members who elect not to sell their home receive an incentive equal to 80% of the pre-negotiated corporate real estate commission rate based on the
appraised value of the home. It shall not exceed $12,000.
Members can generate Personalized Funding as a result of savings on HHT.
These savings can occur in one of two ways:
• Shortened HHT
• CF Service Air

RCMP FAQ

Below are a few common questions that RCMP transfers to the Halifax area have asked me in the past. You can also click here to download a copy of the RCMP - 2007 IRP Policy - Download RCMP IRP Program. (Important note: Scroll to page 12 using arrows on bottom left hand side of page of downloaded document and begin there. The links on the PDF document found on pages 1-11 don't direct users to anywhere for some reason). More information on the program can be found at Royal lePage RCMP IRP.
At the bottom of the page are useful links to sites that you might find helpful.
I have sold many houses to members in the RCMP since 1982 when I first started real estate. As an agent with Royal LePage I am very familiar with the RCMP relocation package. This can make your move easier. If you would like for me to send you a package of homes and other related information click here REQUEST HOUSE PACKAGE and fill out my request form. You can also visit my homepage where you will find in depth information about all of HRM including detailed information about almost 100 subdivisions in HRM. Click here.

Question: Where do RCMP members like to live in the Halifax metro area?
Answer: Most members try to live close to their detachment. Here are some areas member's have chosen to live for different detachments.

Question: How far ahead of my start date should I plan my house hunting trip?
Answer: 8-9 weeks would be a good time given the fact that the average closing date is two months here.

Question: What is a usual closing date in the Halifax area?
Answer: 6 weeks to two months but it varies depending on time of year. In January until June we see a lot of sellers who would like to close end of June so closing dates could be a little longer.

Question: Regarding lot size the policy reads that the member will only be covered for expenses for properties that are 1.25 acres or less unless the zoning
in the area requires it in which case a lot size of up to 4 acres is covered. What does this mean?
Answer: In the outlining areas of HRM in such areas as Hammonds Plains, Fall River, Porter's Lake and many others the lot size is large because the properties do not have municipal sewer and therefore require a septic system. These lots are usually 1/2 acres or larger. If you buy one of these lots the lot size policy could affect you.
The policy states you cannot buy a property over 4 acres if you want to have your costs covered. This is really the limit for lot size for you. If you buy a property that is less than 1.25 acres nothing has to be done. The lot fits within the policy. Almost all lots on municipal water and sewer will be less than this size. If the you buy a property that is larger than 1.25 acres you will have to provide written proof that the size is required by the municipality. What you will require will depend on your IRP rep. Some will accept a letter from the real estate agent stating that the lot size is normal for the area and is required to be as large because of the septic system. Some will require a letter from the municipality stating that the property conforms with zoning by laws. If you require this letter from the municipality there is a cost of between $60 and $100 to you and this cost will not be reimbursed. In the Halifax Regional Municipality planning department there is a policy not to provide these letters unless it is a commercial property. However they will provide the letter for military and RCMP postings. If you are considering buying in the outskirts of HRM you should ask your IRP rep what they will require from you.

Question: Should I do a house inspection, what does it cost and does my plan cover it?
Answer: Yes. Yes. Yes. There may certain circumstances where the inspection is not covered but in all sales I have been involved the inspection was covered. You must use an approved inspector and the cost is limited to the approved cost. I am very aware of the approved inspectors and can help you choose.

Question: Are there any other inspections I should do?
Answer: Yes You should do a Radon Gas test. The recommended limits for Radon has dropped significantly. As a result properties that once passed are now failing. If the property is on a well and has a septic you will need to test these as well. You will test the well to make sure that the levels of bacteria, arsenic and uranium are within allowable limits. This is a requirement for your mortgage. You should also do a Flow Test on the well to determine how much water the well is currently producing. Finally you should do a septic inspection. All these inspections will be covered by IRP but you must ask the house inspector to recommend these tests in the inspection report and then you will give this report to your IRP rep.

Question: My house hunting trip is a week. How many days should I spend actually looking for a house?
Answer: It takes about a day to negotiate a deal. The inspection could be a couple of days to set up. You should leave a day or so in case something goes wrong. If you've done some research ahead of time a couple of good days usually will be enough.

Question: If I find a house on the internet and want more information can you email me more details?
Answer: Yes. I have the ability to email listings with full details. More details than is available on the net. I can also set you up on the MLS Prospector which means you will be emailed all new mls listings that fit your requirements as soon as they are posted on mls. This may be a few days ahead of Realtor.ca.

Question? Do you recommend any Home Inspectors, Lawyers or Insurance Companies?
Yes. Housemaster for inspection. Nelson Blackburn for lawyer 902-835-8544 and Personal Insurance for insurance. All these are approved by the military. I will also provide you with additional names at time of your purchase.

Question: What do you do for me when I come to town?
Answer: I will try to clear my schedule when you arrive until you leave. My goal is to find you a good house in the time you are here. I understand the time crunch you are under and will work hard with you to find you a home as quickly as possible. I will recommend inspectors and lawyers that are on your IRP approved list. I will setup all necessary inspections etc that you will require. I've done this many times so I know what you need.

There are also some answers to more questions on the Royal LePage RCMP IRP site - FAQ

If you have a question email at sandy@sandyhines.com or call me at 902-877-4668
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RCMP House Hunting Trip (HHT)
Once posted you are entitled to a House Hunting Trip (HHT).
A standard HHT as a Core Benefit includes up to 5 days and 5 nights at the new location, for the member, or spouse, or both.
The total duration, including travel time, should not normally exceed 7 days and 6 nights.
Your meals will be reimbursed for the total 7 days of your HHT including travel days.
Members are entitled to a rental car and all expenses related to it such as gasoline, insurance and parking while on your HHT. You can pick one up at airport. You can upgrade your car but the difference it not part of your Core Benefits.
All your legal and other fees associated with your purchase will be covered. You will need to use only approved suppliers from your list for such services as real estate agents, lawyers, house inspectors, surveyors etc. Only suppliers on the list can be used. Many of these services will be billed directly to IRP such as legal and house inspectors. You will usually need to pay for water tests, well and septic inspections and radon gas inspection etc and be reimbursed later by IRP. If you are buying a property on a well and septic you should count on about $1000 for the various tests.

What will usually happen on the HHT is that you will arrive one day and start looking at houses the next. However if you land early enough in the day you could look at properties that day as well. What I do is setup a lot of properties for the first day. We will spend at least 3-4 hours to the whole day looking at properties. You can usually view up to 10 or more properties in a day. If no property is found the first day then we would go out the second day. This may be a long or short day. It really depends on availability of properties that suit your criteria. Hopefully at the end of the second day a short list is created and if time allows we will view the short list on day two. If a property is decided on an offer is prepared We will usually hear back on that offer the same day or the next morning at the latest. Hopefully an agreement will be reached. Appointments for inspections are setup for the next day if possible. We will provide you with the names of approved inspectors and will setup the appointments with the ones that you choose. You will contact your lender and your insurance company as soon as your offer is accepted because you will limited time to get these approved. The whole buying process should be completed by the end of Day 4 at the latest so that if something goes wrong such as a bad inspection then you have time to move onto your second choice.
Having dealt extensively with military buyers I know what needs to be done and will take care of everything for you.