If you’re one of the thousands of Alberta residents who use a vehicle seasonally (think convertible), there are some special insurance considerations you need to make. Whether you have a vintage vehicle that you only drive during the summer or a winter-beater that you only use in the slush and show, why cover your car…
DetailsWe’ve been promised a nice summer, and after last year we deserve it! It’s the perfect stretch of the Calgary weather calendar to make sure that your bike – and your motorcycle insurance – are ready for spring. Motorcycle Maintenance: Tips to Prepare Your Bike for Riding Season Taking the right maintenance steps now can…
DetailsIf you’re planning to make some home improvements, it’s a good idea to talk to your insurance broker or provider before you get started. Some home insurance policies require you to notify your insurance company before conducting any renovations, and you also need to keep in mind that most renovation projects result in an increased…
DetailsIf valuable items from your home were stolen, do you know how much your insurance company would pay to replace them? Many homeowners assume that their home insurance policy fully covers everything inside the home, and are surprised when a claim doesn’t result in the compensation they were expecting. Home insurance policies contain “special limits”…
DetailsLife insurance isn’t something that is on the radar of most young people, but personal finance experts often cite an unofficial rule: if you can afford life insurance, you should buy it. Life insurance for kids offers many distinct advantages. Why Get Life Insurance for My Kids:? Many people don’t realize it, but getting life…
DetailsThere’s nothing like the feeling of hitting the open water in your boat, with the wind in your hair, the fresh air in your lungs, and clear, sunny skies for miles. But owning a boat is also an exercise in risk management. Your Alberta boat insurance should do more than just protect your watercraft while…
DetailsDriverless cars are coming to Canadian roads. It’s no longer a question of “if,” but rather a question of “when.” Even though most people have heard of driverless cars by now, many aren’t sure how they work, and even fewer have grappled with how they might affect car insurance in Alberta and beyond. While new…
DetailsCabins are great places to enjoy beautiful summer days, but they can also be places where accidents happen. Especially if they’re of the more rustic variety! Beyond carrying the right type of cabin insurance, you should also be proactive about reducing common risks and hazards so you can avoid the number one cause of increased…
DetailsLife insurance is one of the best-known but least-understood forms of insurance, and depending on your personal circumstances, it could be the most important type of insurance you carry. The Basics Life insurance is a product that pays out benefits to the individual(s) named in the policy in the event of their death. Many policies…
DetailsIf you’re a new first-time owner of a motorhome or RV, you should familiarize yourself with some important terms and coverage options before going ahead and purchasing an insurance policy. Getting the right motorhome coverage is essential to protecting the investment you’ve made. Incomplete or incorrect protection will leave you exposed to risks that could…
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