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How To Prevent Fires On Your Property

There's no place like home — so it makes sense to protect yours as best you can. Safeguarding your home against fire is a good place to start, but it's important to do the same for the rest of your property, including your yard.

5 little-known facts about seasonal property insurance

When it comes to seasonal property insurance, it's about more than their physical differences. Take note of these five little-known facts about seasonal property insurance coverage and talk to your broker about what is (and what isn't) covered in your policy.

What’s the difference between replacement cost and actual cash value?

“Replacement cost” and “actual cash value” are two of the most common calculations insurers use to determine the amount a customer will receive if they make a home insurance claim or a car insurance claim. What’s the difference between them, and which applies when you make a claim?

7 Common Sense Snowmobile Safety Tips

No matter what you intend to use them for, snowmobile safety is vital. They are powerful machines, and if you do not take care you could cause serious injury to you or others.

Q&A: Can my credit score affect my insurance rates?

In Canada, different organizations and individuals have the right to view your credit score. Here’s what you need to know about your credit score, including how it’s calculated, how it can affect your insurance premiums.

Set your cottage up for a safe off-season

Cottage memories are fresh in our minds, but with the kids back at school and the days getting shorter, winter weather will soon be on its way.

Things to remember before you rent out your cottage this season

Renting out your cottage can be a great way to let someone else enjoy your home away from home as much as you do — and make a little extra cash while you’re at it.

How to get your boat ready for summer

After sitting in storage over the winter, your boat needs to be cleaned and prepped before it spends another summer in the water.

How to clean your gutters and downspouts

Your home’s gutter system is critical in directing rainwater away from your roofline and protecting your home’s roof, walls, and foundation from damage.

Golden Rule to Protect your Vacant Property

Are you spending this summer at the cottage? Are you selling or renting a home that’s still sitting on the market? Or do you have an out-of-province property that you won’t be able to visit due to travel restrictions?

Call Before You Renovate

As house prices continue to rise, more homeowners are deciding to stay in their current homes and updating them to suit their current needs. Here are the top 10 valuable renovations.

Home maintenance: Spring/Summer edition

The good thing about home maintenance this time of year is that you actually get to do most of it while enjoying the sun!

Ten Essential Safety Tips for Snowmobilers

If you snowmobile, that dusting of fresh powder outside may be calling