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What you Should Know About Buying Car Insurance for your Teen’s First Vehicle

If your teenager just passed their final driving test, they’re probably gearing up to look for their first car — and it’s more than likely that you’ll be enlisted to help them find insurance.

Are You the Sharing Type?

>Renting out your home on a short-term basis can be a great way to generate extra income and home sharing has become a popular means of accommodation for vacationers and travelers.

What is Third-Party Liability Insurance?

Third-party liability coverage is the portion of an insurance policy that protects you if you’re sued (or threatened to be sued) for a physical injury or damage to someone else’s property.

Should I Make a Home Insurance Claim?

When the unexpected happens, many people debate whether or not they should make a home insurance claim.

Safety Tips for Wood Stoves and Pellet Stoves

There’s something special about curling up beside a crackling wood stove on a chilly night. But along with that comfort comes a good deal of risk if something goes wrong. If you have a wood or pellet stove in your home, consider these tips to prevent fires and keep your family nice and toasty — and safe! — all season long.

What to Look Out for when Shopping for an Older Home

If you’re in the market for a new home, you might be considering buying one that isn’t actually new. Older houses often come with character and quality that’s tough to duplicate, and they typically boast more land and square-footage than newer builds.

What is “Proof of Ownership” When you’re making an Insurance Claim?

If you ever find yourself making a home or tenant insurance claim, your insurance company will ask you to provide some form of “proof of ownership” for whatever items need to be replaced.

Does Home Insurance Cover Dog Bites?

If you have a dog, you've likely wondered at one point or another what will happen if your dog bites someone, hurts another dog, or damages someone’s property?

Electronic Liability Slips May Soon be Here

You have likely heard the phrase, “your license, ownership and proof of insurance, please,” if you’ve ever been stopped by police while driving a vehicle.

Auto Insurance Rates Continue to Rise

In the second quarter of 2019, Ontario auto insurance rates increased on average by 1.99% across the market. Why have insurance premiums gone up? According to Economical Insurance, there are several factors and not all of them are within your control.

Are Dashcams Worth It?

As technological advances continue to make dashcams smaller, cheaper and higher quality, you may be tempted to join the ten percent of Canadian drivers who have already embraced the trend and installed one in their car.

Exploring your Options: Advanced Driver Assistance Systems

As technology advances, so do the safety mechanisms in new vehicles, meaning there are even more choices to make when picking out a new set of wheels — but this should be exciting, not overwhelming.

How Vehicle Modifications can Impact your Car Insurance

When it comes to your vehicle, a “modification” is anything that alters its look or the way it drives.

Do I still have to Pay my Deductible if I’m Not at Fault for an Accident?

While each situation is unique and there’s no one-size-fits-all answer, let’s look at a few of the factors that help determine whether or not you’ll have to pay your deductible when your insurance company determines you’re not at fault for a collision.

Before, During, and After a Windstorm

Strong, gusty winds can do some serious damage to your property and make for unsafe driving conditions. While most home and car insurance policies do include coverage for damage caused by windstorms, there are some things you can do before, during, and after a windstorm to stay safe and avoid damage to your property and your car.

How to Safeguard your Home against Fire

Your home is your sanctuary, and it’s the place where you should feel the safest. That’s why house fires can have such an emotional impact.

Can you Use your Personal Vehicle for Business?

Whether you have a long commute to the office or you drive around on the job, you should know what kind of business use is covered by your personal auto insurance policy — and at what point you need to update your coverage or purchase a commercial policy.