Fusebox The Real Estate and Wealth Show with Marnie Bennett gives Ottawa buyers, sellers, homeowners, investors and families practical guidance for making better real estate and financial decisions. 

Marnie Bennett, Founder and CEO of Bennett Property Shop Realty, joins host Dean Roberts, members of the Bennett team and trusted industry professionals to explain what is happening in Ottawa's neighbourhood-level housing markets and what it could mean for you. 

Episodes cover buying and selling strategies, mortgage qualification and renewals, pricing and property preparation, first-time homeownership, investing, new construction, multigenerational living, downsizing, retirement and the use of real estate within a broader wealth plan. 

The show separates national headlines from local conditions and focuses on the choices homeowners can control. Market figures and opinions reflect the discussion at the time of recording; listeners should verify current information and obtain advice suited to their circumstances. 

Presented by Bennett Property Shop Realty in Ottawa, Ontario.]]> The Real Estate and Wealth Show with Marnie Bennett gives Ottawa buyers, sellers, homeowners, investors and families practical guidance for making better real estate and financial decisions. 

Marnie Bennett, Founder and CEO of Bennett Property Shop Realty, joins host Dean Roberts, members of the Bennett team and trusted industry professionals to explain what is happening in Ottawa's neighbourhood-level housing markets and what it could mean for you. 

Episodes cover buying and selling strategies, mortgage qualification and renewals, pricing and property preparation, first-time homeownership, investing, new construction, multigenerational living, downsizing, retirement and the use of real estate within a broader wealth plan. 

The show separates national headlines from local conditions and focuses on the choices homeowners can control. Market figures and opinions reflect the discussion at the time of recording; listeners should verify current information and obtain advice suited to their circumstances. 

Presented by Bennett Property Shop Realty in Ottawa, Ontario.]]> en-ca false https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ fbx/87a8e62e-9a64-11f1-9ea1-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 10 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 Can buying with relatives or friends make homeownership more attainable? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb examine co-ownership in Ottawa, including how purchasers can combine income, savings and household expenses while managing the legal, financial and personal questions that come with a shared purchase. The conversation covers mortgage responsibility, ownership shares, contribution levels, household expectations and the importance of an exit plan. They also discuss how sellers can compete when buyers have many listings to compare, and why price, preparation and presentation need to work together from the beginning. The final segment turns to title insurance and fraud protection, with reminders for mortgage-free owners to continue monitoring their identity and property title. Listeners considering co-ownership should obtain independent legal, mortgage, tax and financial advice before proceeding. Can buying with relatives or friends make homeownership more attainable? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb examine co-ownership in Ottawa, including how purchasers can combine income, savings and household expenses while managing the legal, financial and personal questions that come with a shared purchase. 

The conversation covers mortgage responsibility, ownership shares, contribution levels, household expectations and the importance of an exit plan. They also discuss how sellers can compete when buyers have many listings to compare, and why price, preparation and presentation need to work together from the beginning. 

The final segment turns to title insurance and fraud protection, with reminders for mortgage-free owners to continue monitoring their identity and property title. Listeners considering co-ownership should obtain independent legal, mortgage, tax and financial advice before proceeding.]]> 2534 false 1 full fbx/79356608-9a64-11f1-a1d6-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 17 Jan 2026 10:00:00 -0500 How can families turn housing wealth into a thoughtful plan for more than one generation? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb connect Ottawa housing decisions with the major transfer of wealth expected from older Canadians to their children and grandchildren. They discuss why a home should not be evaluated as an isolated asset and introduce a home-and-life audit that considers value, cash flow, maintenance, accessibility, care needs, lifestyle goals and legacy planning together. The episode reviews options such as remaining in the home and adapting it, downsizing, renting, moving closer to services, helping adult children while living or using real estate equity differently. The speakers also explain why buyer priorities vary by life stage and why families benefit from discussing these decisions before a health or financial event removes their choices. How can families turn housing wealth into a thoughtful plan for more than one generation? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb connect Ottawa housing decisions with the major transfer of wealth expected from older Canadians to their children and grandchildren. 

They discuss why a home should not be evaluated as an isolated asset and introduce a home-and-life audit that considers value, cash flow, maintenance, accessibility, care needs, lifestyle goals and legacy planning together. 

The episode reviews options such as remaining in the home and adapting it, downsizing, renting, moving closer to services, helping adult children while living or using real estate equity differently. 

The speakers also explain why buyer priorities vary by life stage and why families benefit from discussing these decisions before a health or financial event removes their choices.]]> 2399 false 2 full fbx/692f4dd2-9a64-11f1-972d-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 07 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500 What should homeowners do when a low-rate mortgage comes up for renewal, and where can first-time buyers still find opportunity? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb discuss Ottawa's relative stability, the large number of Canadian mortgages renewing in 2026 and why a higher payment should prompt early planning rather than panic. They explain the value of reviewing household debt, contacting a mortgage professional before the renewal date and considering the property decision within a broader financial plan. The conversation also examines changing immigration and international-student policies, possible effects on rental demand and the danger of applying one national headline to every neighbourhood. The episode closes with first-time-buyer programs, preparation timelines and strategies for entering the Ottawa market with a payment that remains comfortable.  What should homeowners do when a low-rate mortgage comes up for renewal, and where can first-time buyers still find opportunity? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb discuss Ottawa's relative stability, the large number of Canadian mortgages renewing in 2026 and why a higher payment should prompt early planning rather than panic. 

They explain the value of reviewing household debt, contacting a mortgage professional before the renewal date and considering the property decision within a broader financial plan. 

The conversation also examines changing immigration and international-student policies, possible effects on rental demand and the danger of applying one national headline to every neighbourhood. 

The episode closes with first-time-buyer programs, preparation timelines and strategies for entering the Ottawa market with a payment that remains comfortable. ]]> 2401 false 3 full fbx/58346b8e-9a64-11f1-a2ce-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500 Is Ottawa's housing market slowing, or is it becoming more selective about which properties earn buyer attention? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb examine the gap between homes that sell and those that remain available. They explain why current buyers can reject listings that are poorly priced, prepared or positioned and why sellers need neighbourhood-level evidence rather than broad averages. The episode also reviews proposed new-home tax relief discussed at the time of recording, including how a qualifying incentive could affect first-time buyers, move-up purchasers, builder competition and resale values. The final discussion turns to downsizing, estate-related sales and the practical and emotional work involved when aging, illness or death creates a move. Incentive rules and eligibility can change, so listeners should verify current government, tax and mortgage information. Is Ottawa's housing market slowing, or is it becoming more selective about which properties earn buyer attention? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb examine the gap between homes that sell and those that remain available. They explain why current buyers can reject listings that are poorly priced, prepared or positioned and why sellers need neighbourhood-level evidence rather than broad averages. 

The episode also reviews proposed new-home tax relief discussed at the time of recording, including how a qualifying incentive could affect first-time buyers, move-up purchasers, builder competition and resale values. 

The final discussion turns to downsizing, estate-related sales and the practical and emotional work involved when aging, illness or death creates a move. 

Incentive rules and eligibility can change, so listeners should verify current government, tax and mortgage information.]]> 2265 false 4 full fbx/4584ea2c-9a64-11f1-ba7e-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 07 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0500 When a home sits on the market, has its value disappeared or has the selling strategy failed to match current conditions? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain why Canadian housing headlines and city-wide averages cannot establish the value of an individual Ottawa property. They discuss neighbourhood micro-markets, property type, location, renovations, active competition and buyer demand, then show how those factors should shape the launch price and marketing plan. The central message is that pricing is a strategy rather than a statement of what an owner hopes to receive. The episode also explains why two nearby homes can produce very different results and concludes with affordable preparation steps—including cleaning, decluttering and selective repairs—that can improve photographs, showings and buyer confidence.  When a home sits on the market, has its value disappeared or has the selling strategy failed to match current conditions? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain why Canadian housing headlines and city-wide averages cannot establish the value of an individual Ottawa property. 

They discuss neighbourhood micro-markets, property type, location, renovations, active competition and buyer demand, then show how those factors should shape the launch price and marketing plan. The central message is that pricing is a strategy rather than a statement of what an owner hopes to receive. 

The episode also explains why two nearby homes can produce very different results and concludes with affordable preparation steps—including cleaning, decluttering and selective repairs—that can improve photographs, showings and buyer confidence. ]]> 2379 false 5 full fbx/24159738-9a64-11f1-8dcc-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 14 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 How do mortgage qualification, rental income and demographic change come together in one housing decision? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects. Jennifer explains how lenders may evaluate employment, self-employment, down payments and rental income, and how borrowers can prepare a stronger mortgage application. The group discusses why an investment property's rent should not be treated as automatic profit once financing, taxes, insurance, maintenance and vacancy are considered. The episode then turns to the baby-boomer housing shift and the choices facing older Ottawa homeowners. Marnie also shares her own path into real estate, purchasing property over time and building a career around persistence, practical advice and long-term client relationships.  How do mortgage qualification, rental income and demographic change come together in one housing decision? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects. Jennifer explains how lenders may evaluate employment, self-employment, down payments and rental income, and how borrowers can prepare a stronger mortgage application. 

The group discusses why an investment property's rent should not be treated as automatic profit once financing, taxes, insurance, maintenance and vacancy are considered. 

The episode then turns to the baby-boomer housing shift and the choices facing older Ottawa homeowners. Marnie also shares her own path into real estate, purchasing property over time and building a career around persistence, practical advice and long-term client relationships. ]]> 2432 false 6 full fbx/10998958-9a64-11f1-b872-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 28 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Which numbers can change a mortgage approval, and what should sellers fix before buyers arrive? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides for a practical discussion about Ottawa real estate, borrowing and home preparation. Jennifer reviews credit scores, debt payments, down-payment thresholds and affordability ratios, explaining why buyers should understand their complete financial picture before setting a price range. Marnie and Brett discuss the return of more normalized Ottawa market conditions and why move-up buyers should focus on the net difference between the home they sell and the one they purchase. The episode concludes with preparation advice covering decluttering, kitchen counters, furniture, paint, lighting and the details that help a property look stronger in photographs and showings. Which numbers can change a mortgage approval, and what should sellers fix before buyers arrive? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides for a practical discussion about Ottawa real estate, borrowing and home preparation. Jennifer reviews credit scores, debt payments, down-payment thresholds and affordability ratios, explaining why buyers should understand their complete financial picture before setting a price range. 

Marnie and Brett discuss the return of more normalized Ottawa market conditions and why move-up buyers should focus on the net difference between the home they sell and the one they purchase. 

The episode concludes with preparation advice covering decluttering, kitchen counters, furniture, paint, lighting and the details that help a property look stronger in photographs and showings.]]> 2460 false 7 full fbx/fd41e0d0-9a63-11f1-b826-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 11 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Why are so many listings failing to sell, and can a new-home rebate make buying from a builder the better choice? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain how Ottawa buyers use more data and compare more properties, while listings that miss on price, presentation or promotion can lose attention quickly. They review the new-home rebates and incentives discussed during the broadcast and identify qualification, timing and price questions that buyers should verify. The conversation compares the effective cost of new construction with resale, including upgrades, lot premiums, delays and closing expenses. A listener question about purchasing land and building a custom home leads to a practical review of engineering, architecture, design, servicing, permits and construction costs that can make a project far more complex than the land price suggests.  Why are so many listings failing to sell, and can a new-home rebate make buying from a builder the better choice? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain how Ottawa buyers use more data and compare more properties, while listings that miss on price, presentation or promotion can lose attention quickly. 

They review the new-home rebates and incentives discussed during the broadcast and identify qualification, timing and price questions that buyers should verify. The conversation compares the effective cost of new construction with resale, including upgrades, lot premiums, delays and closing expenses. 

A listener question about purchasing land and building a custom home leads to a practical review of engineering, architecture, design, servicing, permits and construction costs that can make a project far more complex than the land price suggests. ]]> 2396 false 8 full fbx/a74fbf26-9a63-11f1-a470-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Are national headlines hiding what is happening in Ottawa, and can the wrong list price keep a property outside a buyer's search? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects. The episode introduces trigger-point pricing: positioning a listing around the price thresholds buyers select when searching online. The group discusses failed listings, unrealistic launch prices and why presentation and promotion must support the selected range. Jennifer compares fixed and variable mortgages, affordability and renewal planning. The final segment addresses whether a buyer should purchase now or wait, why a home can be a lifestyle decision rather than a short-term market bet and why a neighbour's sale does not automatically determine another property's value. Are national headlines hiding what is happening in Ottawa, and can the wrong list price keep a property outside a buyer's search? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects. The episode introduces trigger-point pricing: positioning a listing around the price thresholds buyers select when searching online. 

The group discusses failed listings, unrealistic launch prices and why presentation and promotion must support the selected range. Jennifer compares fixed and variable mortgages, affordability and renewal planning. 

The final segment addresses whether a buyer should purchase now or wait, why a home can be a lifestyle decision rather than a short-term market bet and why a neighbour's sale does not automatically determine another property's value.]]> 2414 false 9 full fbx/4e5357fc-9a63-11f1-879c-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 09 May 2026 10:00:00 -0400 What do Ottawa's spring numbers mean for homeowners, and why can selling a tenanted property become legally and financially complicated? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb review sales, pricing and unsuccessful listings, explaining why broad averages do not replace a property-specific micro-market analysis. They discuss accurate launch pricing, buyer psychology, presentation and the role of modern digital marketing. The second half focuses on landlords considering an exit. Topics include rent levels, property condition, showing access, tenant communication, vacant possession and the risks of making assumptions about ending a tenancy. Because Ontario tenancy requirements depend on the circumstances and can change, owners should obtain early advice from qualified legal and real estate professionals before listing or promising possession. What do Ottawa's spring numbers mean for homeowners, and why can selling a tenanted property become legally and financially complicated? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb review sales, pricing and unsuccessful listings, explaining why broad averages do not replace a property-specific micro-market analysis. They discuss accurate launch pricing, buyer psychology, presentation and the role of modern digital marketing. 

The second half focuses on landlords considering an exit. Topics include rent levels, property condition, showing access, tenant communication, vacant possession and the risks of making assumptions about ending a tenancy. 

Because Ontario tenancy requirements depend on the circumstances and can change, owners should obtain early advice from qualified legal and real estate professionals before listing or promising possession.]]> 2367 false 10 full fbx/022251d2-9a5c-11f1-bf94-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Why are many Ottawa homes failing to sell on their first attempt? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb break down a more competitive and highly segmented market in which neighbourhood, property type and current competition can matter more than a city-wide average. They review Ottawa's May housing conditions, rising inventory and the importance of analysing more than 100 local micro-markets independently. The discussion explains why sellers need accurate pricing, strong preparation, professional presentation and a marketing plan that responds quickly to buyer behaviour. The episode also addresses buyer protection, including financing, inspections, due diligence and the danger of assuming that every property or neighbourhood is moving in the same direction. The central lesson: current evidence and property-specific strategy must replace hope, outdated comparables and national headlines.  Why are many Ottawa homes failing to sell on their first attempt? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb break down a more competitive and highly segmented market in which neighbourhood, property type and current competition can matter more than a city-wide average. 

They review Ottawa's May housing conditions, rising inventory and the importance of analysing more than 100 local micro-markets independently. The discussion explains why sellers need accurate pricing, strong preparation, professional presentation and a marketing plan that responds quickly to buyer behaviour. 

The episode also addresses buyer protection, including financing, inspections, due diligence and the danger of assuming that every property or neighbourhood is moving in the same direction. 

The central lesson: current evidence and property-specific strategy must replace hope, outdated comparables and national headlines. ]]> 2348 false 11 full fbx/b5ae36ce-9a59-11f1-91c1-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 04 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 How should older homeowners connect decades of real estate wealth with the retirement they want to live? Marnie Bennett and Dean Roberts are joined by senior wealth advisor Bahar Marvizi for a discussion about Ottawa housing, inflation, investment uncertainty and the financial decisions facing baby boomers. The episode examines the so-called silver tsunami: a large generation holding substantial home equity while approaching or living through retirement. The speakers explain why a valuable home does not automatically create retirement cash flow and why housing, investments, taxes, estate plans, care needs and family support should be reviewed together. They discuss remaining in place, downsizing, renting, using equity and planning a move before health or maintenance pressures make the decision urgent. Listeners should obtain current financial, tax, legal and real estate advice before acting.  How should older homeowners connect decades of real estate wealth with the retirement they want to live? 

Marnie Bennett and Dean Roberts are joined by senior wealth advisor Bahar Marvizi for a discussion about Ottawa housing, inflation, investment uncertainty and the financial decisions facing baby boomers. 

The episode examines the so-called silver tsunami: a large generation holding substantial home equity while approaching or living through retirement. 

The speakers explain why a valuable home does not automatically create retirement cash flow and why housing, investments, taxes, estate plans, care needs and family support should be reviewed together. 

They discuss remaining in place, downsizing, renting, using equity and planning a move before health or maintenance pressures make the decision urgent. Listeners should obtain current financial, tax, legal and real estate advice before acting. ]]> 2339 false 12 full fbx/265d7944-9a59-11f1-9a45-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 This episode brings together new-home opportunities, mortgage guidance, identity-fraud prevention and a neighbourhood-level look at Barrhaven. Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides. Marnie and Brett introduce Eastridge Orléans in Chapel Hill South, including its executive townhomes and Duo Living designs with separate living space for family or potential rental use. Jennifer explains how mortgage brokers work with lenders and underwriters, why experienced underwriting can help applicants with complex income and how borrowers can monitor Equifax and TransUnion for identity fraud. The neighbourhood spotlight examines Half Moon Bay sales, inventory and competition, reinforcing the need for property-specific pricing, presentation and promotion. Development details and mortgage examples should be verified before a purchase.  This episode brings together new-home opportunities, mortgage guidance, identity-fraud prevention and a neighbourhood-level look at Barrhaven. 
Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb are joined by mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides. 

Marnie and Brett introduce Eastridge Orléans in Chapel Hill South, including its executive townhomes and Duo Living designs with separate living space for family or potential rental use. 

Jennifer explains how mortgage brokers work with lenders and underwriters, why experienced underwriting can help applicants with complex income and how borrowers can monitor Equifax and TransUnion for identity fraud. 

The neighbourhood spotlight examines Half Moon Bay sales, inventory and competition, reinforcing the need for property-specific pricing, presentation and promotion. Development details and mortgage examples should be verified before a purchase. ]]> 2374 false 13 full fbx/9d702d08-9a52-11f1-a695-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 18 Jul 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Today's Ottawa buyers have more information, more properties to compare and more expenses competing for their monthly budget. Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain why buyers look beyond the purchase price to consider mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, commuting and lifestyle. For sellers, the discussion covers realistic pricing, neutral paint, lighting, photography, cleanliness, clutter, curb appeal and persistent odours—including the remediation that may be required when smoking has occurred. The final segment examines Ottawa condominium challenges such as rising fees, reserve-fund pressures, special assessments and competition from newer purpose-built rentals. The episode does not offer one answer for every condo owner; it identifies the building-specific and personal financial questions that should be reviewed before deciding whether to sell, renovate or wait.  Today's Ottawa buyers have more information, more properties to compare and more expenses competing for their monthly budget. 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb explain why buyers look beyond the purchase price to consider mortgage payments, property taxes, utilities, commuting and lifestyle. 

For sellers, the discussion covers realistic pricing, neutral paint, lighting, photography, cleanliness, clutter, curb appeal and persistent odours—including the remediation that may be required when smoking has occurred. 

The final segment examines Ottawa condominium challenges such as rising fees, reserve-fund pressures, special assessments and competition from newer purpose-built rentals. 

The episode does not offer one answer for every condo owner; it identifies the building-specific and personal financial questions that should be reviewed before deciding whether to sell, renovate or wait. ]]> 2448 false 14 full fbx/3fdeabc4-9a52-11f1-8261-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 01 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 What does a family-owned brokerage bring to one of life's largest financial decisions? Dean Roberts speaks with Bennett Property Shop Realty Founder and CEO Marnie Bennett and Chief Brand Officer and Senior Executive of Sales and Media Taylor Bennett. They share the story behind the Ottawa brokerage, the values that shaped the business and why personalized advice matters when buying, selling or investing. Taylor discusses first-home decisions and thinking five to seven years ahead, while Marnie reflects on more than four decades in real estate. The episode also examines Ottawa's changing market, increased inventory, neighbourhood micro-markets and competition from new construction. It closes with practical preparation advice covering repairs, staging, decluttering, neutral paint, lighting, curb appeal, photography and identifying the buyer most likely to value the property.  What does a family-owned brokerage bring to one of life's largest financial decisions? 

Dean Roberts speaks with Bennett Property Shop Realty Founder and CEO Marnie Bennett and Chief Brand Officer and Senior Executive of Sales and Media Taylor Bennett. 

They share the story behind the Ottawa brokerage, the values that shaped the business and why personalized advice matters when buying, selling or investing. Taylor discusses first-home decisions and thinking five to seven years ahead, while Marnie reflects on more than four decades in real estate. 

The episode also examines Ottawa's changing market, increased inventory, neighbourhood micro-markets and competition from new construction. 

It closes with practical preparation advice covering repairs, staging, decluttering, neutral paint, lighting, curb appeal, photography and identifying the buyer most likely to value the property. ]]> 2400 false 15 full fbx/fb429742-9a4b-11f1-82fe-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 08 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb combine an Ottawa market update with practical advice for buyers and sellers. The episode revisits Eastridge Orléans and the appeal of new construction, predictable finishes and Duo Living options for rental income or multigenerational use. The discussion then turns to one of the most difficult presentation problems in residential real estate: selling a home affected by tobacco smoke. Marnie and Brett review cleaning, affected materials, ventilation, painting, professional assessment and the limits of trying to conceal an odour. The final neighbourhood segment focuses on Half Moon Bay in Barrhaven, where active listings and builder competition make accurate pricing and strong presentation essential. Development details, remediation requirements and market figures reflect the discussion at recording and should be verified for the specific property.  Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb combine an Ottawa market update with practical advice for buyers and sellers. 

The episode revisits Eastridge Orléans and the appeal of new construction, predictable finishes and Duo Living options for rental income or multigenerational use. 

The discussion then turns to one of the most difficult presentation problems in residential real estate: selling a home affected by tobacco smoke. Marnie and Brett review cleaning, affected materials, ventilation, painting, professional assessment and the limits of trying to conceal an odour. 

The final neighbourhood segment focuses on Half Moon Bay in Barrhaven, where active listings and builder competition make accurate pricing and strong presentation essential. 

Development details, remediation requirements and market figures reflect the discussion at recording and should be verified for the specific property. ]]> 2335 false 16 full fbx/a4ae386e-9a4b-11f1-a905-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 22 Aug 2026 10:00:00 -0400 Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb review Ottawa's mid-summer housing conditions and explain why the city's relative stability can look very different from Toronto and other Canadian markets. They discuss prices, sales, inventory, interest rates and the importance of comparing neighbourhoods rather than relying on one national narrative. Mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides contributes financing guidance, including renewal planning, qualification, monthly affordability and the value of receiving advice before making a property decision. The episode also offers an early look at Maple Grove West in Stittsville and the Duo Living concept: a family townhome paired with a separate legal dwelling that may support rental income or multigenerational living. Project pricing, specifications, mortgage examples and availability can change and should be confirmed before purchasing. Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb review Ottawa's mid-summer housing conditions and explain why the city's relative stability can look very different from Toronto and other Canadian markets. They discuss prices, sales, inventory, interest rates and the importance of comparing neighbourhoods rather than relying on one national narrative. Mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides contributes financing guidance, including renewal planning, qualification, monthly affordability and the value of receiving advice before making a property decision. The episode also offers an early look at Maple Grove West in Stittsville and the Duo Living concept: a family townhome paired with a separate legal dwelling that may support rental income or multigenerational living. Project pricing, specifications, mortgage examples and availability can change and should be confirmed before purchasing.]]> 2336 false 17 full fbx/3b7996d6-bae9-11f1-a0eb-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 19 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 How should different generations use real estate to build wealth, support family and prepare for their next stage of life? Dean Roberts speaks with Marnie Bennett, Taylor Bennett and Brett Liscomb. The conversation begins with Ottawa's neighbourhood-level market differences and why Toronto, Vancouver and national statistics may not reflect local conditions. Taylor and Brett discuss millennial buyers, realistic first-home expectations, sweat equity, renting rooms and choosing a property with future resale or rental demand. The second half examines baby-boomer home equity and the decision to stay, downsize, rent or create a multigenerational arrangement. The speakers recommend both a financial audit and a practical home audit covering maintenance, mobility, lifestyle, family support and future health needs. The episode closes with first-time-buyer guidance and the personal question of whether parents should help adult children purchase.  How should different generations use real estate to build wealth, support family and prepare for their next stage of life? 

Dean Roberts speaks with Marnie Bennett, Taylor Bennett and Brett Liscomb. The conversation begins with Ottawa's neighbourhood-level market differences and why Toronto, Vancouver and national statistics may not reflect local conditions. Taylor and Brett discuss millennial buyers, realistic first-home expectations, sweat equity, renting rooms and choosing a property with future resale or rental demand. 

The second half examines baby-boomer home equity and the decision to stay, downsize, rent or create a multigenerational arrangement. The speakers recommend both a financial audit and a practical home audit covering maintenance, mobility, lifestyle, family support and future health needs. 

The episode closes with first-time-buyer guidance and the personal question of whether parents should help adult children purchase. ]]> 2925 false 18 full fbx/e44f3798-bae9-11f1-9a7a-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Sat, 26 Sep 2026 10:00:00 -0400 What do buyers and sellers need from a real estate advisor when the market changes faster than familiar rules can explain? Dean Roberts is joined by Marnie Bennett, Brett Liscomb and Bennett Property Shop Realty advisor Tina Walker. Tina shares her transition from media into real estate and explains how active listening, communication and local research shape her work with newcomers, downsizers, buyers and sellers. The round-table discussion identifies opportunity for first-time buyers in the approximately $400,000-to-$600,000 range and explains why sellers need realistic pricing, careful preparation and performance tracking after launch. The final segment introduces Maple Grove West in Stittsville, a limited collection of 18 freehold Duo Living townhomes by Landric Homes. Each combines a family townhome with a separate legal one-bedroom dwelling for potential income or multigenerational use. What do buyers and sellers need from a real estate advisor when the market changes faster than familiar rules can explain? 

Dean Roberts is joined by Marnie Bennett, Brett Liscomb and Bennett Property Shop Realty advisor Tina Walker. Tina shares her transition from media into real estate and explains how active listening, communication and local research shape her work with newcomers, downsizers, buyers and sellers. 

The round-table discussion identifies opportunity for first-time buyers in the approximately $400,000-to-$600,000 range and explains why sellers need realistic pricing, careful preparation and performance tracking after launch. 

The final segment introduces Maple Grove West in Stittsville, a limited collection of 18 freehold Duo Living townhomes by Landric Homes. Each combines a family townhome with a separate legal one-bedroom dwelling for potential income or multigenerational use.]]> 2219 false 19 full fbx/f8a54a1a-c729-11f1-b186-1ee4f3c94deb https://realestateandwealthshow.com/ Tue, 13 Oct 2026 13:17:30 -0400 How could defence, drone and technology investment affect Ottawa’s housing market and where does professional advice still matter when buyers and sellers can ask AI almost anything? Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb connect Ottawa’s employment base with September resale and new-home activity, then introduce Duo Living opportunities at Eastridge Orléans and Maple Grove West. Mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects discusses down payments, refinancing home equity, lender treatment of rental income and recent mortgage-rate movement. The final segment examines AI-generated property information. The speakers explain why AI can provide useful baseline research while missing renovations, condition, neighbourhood competition, schools, noise, flooding, buyer behaviour and current street-level changes that affect pricing and negotiation. How could defence, drone and technology investment affect Ottawa’s housing market and where does professional advice still matter when buyers and sellers can ask AI almost anything? 

Marnie Bennett, Dean Roberts and Brett Liscomb connect Ottawa’s employment base with September resale and new-home activity, then introduce Duo Living opportunities at Eastridge Orléans and Maple Grove West. 

Mortgage broker Jennifer Rossides of Mortgage Architects discusses down payments, refinancing home equity, lender treatment of rental income and recent mortgage-rate movement. The final segment examines AI-generated property information. 

The speakers explain why AI can provide useful baseline research while missing renovations, condition, neighbourhood competition, schools, noise, flooding, buyer behaviour and current street-level changes that affect pricing and negotiation.]]> 2402 false 22 full