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3 Reasons I wish I had Purchased Tenant Insurance

By Jake McCoy on Mar 4, 2024 1:45:00 PM

In the whirlwind of moving into a new rental property, it's easy to overlook the importance of tenant's insurance. After all, you've just signed a lease, paid a security deposit, and are busy planning the layout of your new home. But what if I told you that tenant’s insurance isn’t just another added expense, but an incredibly important part of moving out? Take it from someone who had to learn it the hard way, tenant insurance should be a top priority when you move out.

Topics: home insurance property insurance Tenants Insurance
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Edmonton Offers a Backwater Valve Subsidy for Basement Flooding

By Rob Stevenson on Jan 11, 2024 11:49:00 AM

Topics: flood insurance home insurance Basement Flooding flood flooding Edmonton
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5 Common Causes of Spring Flooding and How to Avoid Them

By Jake McCoy on Mar 3, 2023 11:30:00 AM

As the weather warms up and snow starts to melt, spring can bring an increased risk of flooding in homes. Whether it's heavy rainfall or melting snow, excess water can seep into basements and crawlspaces, causing costly damage to homes and belongings. Fortunately, many causes of spring home flooding can be prevented with some simple steps. We'll explore some of the most common causes of spring home flooding and provide practical tips on how to prevent them. By taking these measures, you can help safeguard your property and prepare for the season ahead.

Topics: home insurance property insurance Basement Flooding flooding Homeowners Floods
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Renters on Vacation

By Jake McCoy on Oct 21, 2022 10:30:00 AM

Renters: Are you going on vacation? Here’s everything you need to know before you go.

Topics: home insurance Tenants Insurance vacation
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Getting Covered for Identity Theft

By Jake McCoy on Sep 20, 2022 11:07:00 AM

What is identity theft? 

Identity theft is a criminal offense where an individuals personal information has been compromised by someone who intends to commit fraud under the guise of your name. Your name, your drivers license, social insurance number, and many other sources can cause your identity compromised. 

Topics: home insurance identity theft Tenants Insurance
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Are These Common Houseplants Pet Safe?

By Jake McCoy on Sep 16, 2022 10:38:00 AM

Houseplants are becoming a staple of households all across Canada with the industry growing at 50% rate year over year from 2020 onward. This coupled with a wave of pandemic pets being adopted means that homes have more pets and more plants than ever before! With this information in hand, our friends at Pet Shield Insurance are working with Armour to do our part to make sure your pets are healthy in their home. 

Topics: home insurance Homeowners Tenants Insurance pet insurance House Plants
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How is inflation impacting insurance?

By Jake McCoy on Aug 15, 2022 4:00:00 PM

Inflation, inflation, inflation. The word that truly feels like the buzzword of 2022. Many consumers have had no claims or infractions in the past 12-24 months, yet they see their insurance rates increase. This is obviously frustrating and annoying. But why is it happening?

Topics: Auto Insurance home insurance Replacement Cost Inflation Automatic Policy Review
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Low-Cost Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home

By Gina Schopfer on Jan 20, 2022 10:15:39 AM

Whether you're looking to sell your home, or enjoy it for yourself, making low-cost home improvements can make a major impact. Before you put your home on the market, we recommend looking into cost-effective ways to bring up your home's value. Here are our budget-friendly home improvement tips:

Topics: home insurance Homeowners home maintenance
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Economical Insurance's Water Coverages

By Gina Schopfer on Oct 8, 2021 3:16:35 PM

To provide eligible customers with comprehensive water damage protection, Economical Insurance is now offering sewer backup and overland water coverages as a combined package.

Topics: home insurance Economical Insurance
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Calgary's Hail Resistant Rebate Program

By Gina Schopfer on Aug 5, 2021 1:30:00 PM

Have you experienced damage to your roof or home from a hailstorm in 2020? Do you live in the Calgary area? The Resilient Roofing Rebate Program may be just for you!

Topics: home insurance Homeowners home maintenance

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