Category: Home Insurance

How Much Is Too Much? Determining the Proper Coverage for Your Home

Can a person have too much insurance coverage? The answer depends on your perspective. Insurance is meant to protect you and your belongings, so the question becomes, can a person have too much protection? Maybe – but many homeowners across Canada are still living with inadequate home insurance coverage. At the very least, it’s important […]

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4 Common Misconceptions Canadians Have About Home Insurance

Home insurance is a highly personalized business. Everyone’s needs are different – and so are their homes! What is true for one family won’t necessarily be true for the next. Don’t get caught up in generalizations and misinformation – read on for four common misconceptions when it comes to home insurance and the truth behind […]

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4 Home Hazards to Watch for this Winter

  With the winter season comes a whole host of cold-related problems – are you taking the proper steps to protect your home and valuables? Save yourself from a home insurance claim this season; read on to learn about four common wintertime home hazards and how to prevent them! Fireplace Safety There’s nothing better than […]

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What’s Covered in Your Home Insurance Policy?

While all home owners have house insurance, the majority don’t know exactly what is and isn’t covered in a standard home insurance policy. Read on for a quick overview of what your standard house insurance policy protects you against. Keep in mind: every insurance provider is different, so make sure to check with yours if […]

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What does the New Airbnb Insurance Protect Me from?

Homeowners all over the world are looking at home-sharing as a great way to make some extra money. The problem is that many people don’t realize that their regular home insurance policy probably doesn’t cover short-term rentals, so if something goes wrong, you are left unprotected. The good news is that the popular home-sharing site […]

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Does Home Insurance in Alberta Cover Airbnb or Short-Term Rentals?

What You Need to Know About Insurance and Short-Term Rentals Many homeowners are now looking to short-term rentals to make some extra money. With services like Airbnb or HomeAway, its easier then ever to connect with people looking for a place to stay. However, before you submit your listing it’s important to do some research […]

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Your Garage: Is It Part of Your Home Insurance?

As a homeowner or renter, you have purchased insurance in order to protect your most valued possessions. You know the items inside the home are covered, but what about those items you store in the garage? From lawn tools to vehicles to furniture and even holiday valuables, now is the time to review your home […]

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