Ben Robitaille Real Estate

06/04/2026

Feeling wanderlust? Visit these 3 Canadian destinations that are completely off the beaten path.

Even though Canada is a vast country with tons of places to visit, there are some destinations that ...

05/28/2026

A reverse mortgage (or CHIP) may help seniors if they need some help with the bills. What is it? It's a loan for Canadian homeowners aged 55-plus who fully own their home. Spouses or partners must also be 55-plus if they co-own. What are the advantages? It allows cash-strapped seniors to stay in their home and maintain ownership. It's also a tax-free source of income. It won't affect your Old Age Security or Guaranteed Income Supplement benefits. What are the risks? The interest rate on these loans can be quite high. Also consider the application fees, closing fees, legal fees and repayment penalties.

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05/21/2026

If your home isn't selling, a reverse offer might be your best bet. Here are some ways to go about making one.

An underdog idea for selling a home is getting a lot more interest lately. Usually, a purchaser make...

05/14/2026

Overwhelmed by clutter? These simple tricks make it easy to reduce the mess.

If you find paper or junk piling up in your home, you’re not alone. Even if you have yet to reach “h...

05/07/2026

Please share some of your cringiest methods 👀

05/07/2026

Are you making these crucial staging mistakes?

Staging can be a great way to enhance your space and make it sparkle during showings, photoshoots or...

05/05/2026

You’re spending 11 days a year on the 400 just to get to the water. I haven’t sat in traffic once this week. Something to think about.

If you love living here, tell me why 🤓

04/30/2026

Think carefully before investing in a fixer-upper.

The Property Brothers make fixer-uppers look easy. But remember that’s just how TV works. Thi...

04/23/2026

If your home isn't selling, you likely need to reduce the price. Here are some reasons why.

If your home has been sitting on the market for a while, chances are it can start to get stale. The ...

04/16/2026

This is what gives all upscale kitchens an edge.

Whether you want to give your kitchen a luxury upgrade by gutting it before you sell, or you just pu...