Losing someone you care about is hard enough on its own. In the days that follow, there are often practical tasks to manage that feel unfamiliar and overwhelming. Dealing with insurance is one of those responsibilities, and it can feel especially heavy when you are already grieving. If you are trying to cancel insurance for a deceased person, the process often feels confusing or frustrating.
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How to Cancel Insurance for a Deceased Person: A Step-by-Step Guide
By Jake McCoy on Jan 24, 2026 11:14:59 AM
Topics: Insurance Cancellation
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Alberta Auto Insurance Sees 20% Grid Base Premium Increase in 2026
By Jake McCoy on Jan 9, 2026 9:15:01 AM
Starting January 1, 2026, auto insurance Grid base premiums in Alberta increased by 20% compared to January 2025. This adjustment was issued by the Alberta Automobile Insurance Rate Board on September 26, 2025. Alberta's Grid system for auto insurance can be complicated. To make things as clear as possible, we'll explain what Grid is, who is on the Grid, and how Grid has changed over time in the province.
Topics: Auto Insurance Grid Rating Insurance Grid Rating
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Alberta Auto Insurance in Crisis: 3 Shocking Facts From 2025 AAIRB Report
By Jake McCoy on Aug 26, 2025 2:00:00 PM
On June 11, 2025, the Alberta Auto Insurance Rate Board (AAIRB) released its 2025 Annual Review of Industry Experience. This 231-page document is a detailed look at the current state of Alberta’s auto insurance market. While most people are unlikely to sit down and read the entire report, the data contains surprising and, in some cases, alarming insights about how the industry is performing, how premiums are trending, and what that means for drivers. After reviewing the numbers in detail, we found three facts that may change how you think about auto insurance in Alberta.
Topics: Auto Insurance Car Insurance Alberta Car Insurance Reform
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Voluntary Payments Coverage: Understanding Your Home Insurance
By Jake McCoy on Aug 8, 2025 10:58:47 AM
When most people think about home insurance, they picture protection for major events like fire, theft, or flooding. But many home insurance policies also include additional coverages that are often overlooked. Two of the most helpful are Voluntary Medical Payments and Voluntary Property Damage.
Topics: home insurance property insurance
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Additional Living Expenses: Understanding your Home Insurance
By Jake McCoy on Jul 24, 2025 8:30:00 AM
No one expects to be forced out of their home. But disasters like fires, floods, or windstorms can leave your property temporarily uninhabitable. In these moments, the last thing you want to worry about is where you will stay or how you will afford to maintain your standard of living. That is where Additional Living Expenses, often called ALE, come into play. This important part of your property insurance policy helps ease the financial burden when life is disrupted by a covered claim.
Topics: home insurance property insurance Additional Living Expenses
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Sewer Backup Coverage: Understanding Your Home Insurance
By Jake McCoy on Jul 23, 2025 10:15:00 AM
When it comes to home insurance, most homeowners think about fire, theft, or hail damage, but what about what’s happening underground? Sewer backups are one of the messiest and most expensive types of water damage. Without the right coverage in place, you could be left footing a hefty bill and dealing with a health hazard in your own home.
Topics: home insurance Sewer Back up
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Getting a Home Insurance Quote Doesn’t Have to Be a Pain
By Jake McCoy on Jun 17, 2025 7:45:00 AM
Let’s be honest. Getting a home insurance quote doesn’t top anyone’s list of fun things to do. A lot of people assume it’s a long, frustrating process filled with obscure questions and time-consuming forms. While it used to be that way, modern quoting tools and smart data systems have changed the game.
The truth? It’s probably easier than you think. If you’re working with a brokerage like Armour Insurance, we’ll do most of the heavy lifting for you. Let’s walk through how quoting works, why certain questions matter, and how we make it as smooth and painless as possible.
Topics: home insurance property insurance
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Driving Convictions in Alberta: How They Impact Your Insurance
By Jake McCoy on Jun 13, 2025 2:57:59 PM
Driving convictions can have a significant impact on your auto insurance premium and driving record. It is important to understand what constitutes a driving conviction and the different infractions on the road. In this article, we will explore the various types of driving convictions in Alberta, from minor to major infractions, criminal code convictions, and what they ultimately could end up costing you on your insurance.
Topics: Auto Insurance Car Insurance Edmonton Auto Insurance Edmonton Defensive Driving
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Parking Coverage: What Does It Cover?
By Jake McCoy on Jun 13, 2025 2:53:53 PM
When it comes to car insurance, most people are familiar with comprehensive and collision coverage to protect their vehicles while driving. What about times when your car is not on the road? Whether you're taking an extended vacation, working remotely, or simply not using your vehicle for a while, parking coverage can offer financial protection and peace of mind.
Topics: Car Insurance Quote Auto Insurance Car Insurance
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Someone Broke My Car Mirror, Here's What I did
By Jake McCoy on May 21, 2025 10:00:00 AM
After spending a wonderful Sunday out with my friends, I came back to my apartment around 8:30PM and parked my car on the street, just as I had done several times before without issue. After a restful nights sleep, I got up the next morning to less than pleasant surprise. Someone had kicked out my cars mirrors.
