20 Ways to Make Your Home Greener for Earth Day
Earth Day is April 22nd, and what better way to celebrate than making some green changes at home! We’ve provided simple ways to “go green” that will benefit you and our earth.
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How to Make Sure Your Motorcycle is Ready for Spring Riding
With the arrival of spring and the warmer temperatures, many motorcycle owners are getting ready for their first ride of the season. There are a few important steps to take first to make sure your motorcycle is ready for the road. Even if you have ensured to winterize your bike properly, with appropriate cleaning and storage methods, there are still some spring maintenance tasks that need to be done before you head out on a ride.
20 Insurance Terms You Should Know
When discussing insurance, it often relates to protecting your life, or property that is important to you, like your home, or vehicle. Understanding the terms in your insurance policies or that your Insurance Broker may use will ensure that you can make informed and smart decisions regarding your insurance choices.
How to Stay Safe on Your Boat this Summer
As the boating season approaches, it is important to brush up on your boat safety knowledge to ensure a safe and enjoyable summer filled with great memories and boating adventures! Whether this will be your first summer with a boat or you have previous boating experience, it is just as important to know the best safety tips to keep yourself, your passengers, and anyone else out on the water safe.
Consumer Reports Most Reliable Vehicles of 2022
A reliable vehicle can save you a lot of stress, time, money, and effort and is an important factor that should go into your decision-making when purchasing a new car. Having a reliable vehicle means you can get longevity out of the purchase, and hopefully won’t be in unnecessarily unsafe situations or have to pay for costly repairs.
How Distracted Driving Can Affect Your Car Insurance
If you are convicted of distracted driving in Ontario, it will be on your driving record, which is a factor when it comes to determining your car insurance premium. Any driver with distracted driving convictions on their record should expect the price of their car insurance to increase. Minor and major driving offenses will affect your auto insurance rates differently, and as of January 1, 2019, Ontario insurance companies consider distracted driving convictions to be a major offense.
How to Choose an Insurance Broker to Work With
Knowing what to look for in an Insurance Broker, what to avoid, and which questions to ask can be an overwhelming process. We want to make this process easier for you so you can be comfortable with your decision when selecting an Insurance Broker to work with. Continue reading to find out how you can be sure you have chosen the best Insurance Broker for you.
Why it is Important to Have Boat and Watercraft Insurance
The summer months offer the chance to enjoy time out on the water, whether it be sailing, boating, or jet-skiing. Before heading out on the water, it is important to have adequate insurance on your boat or watercraft. Continue reading to learn why boat and watercraft insurance is so important and to learn how it will keep you, your property, and other individuals enjoying the water safe and protected.
The Most Fuel-Efficient Gas and Hybrid Cars in Canada
With gas prices constantly rising, Canadians are on the lookout for ways to save money on gas and for the most fuel-efficient car options currently on the market. With electric vehicle options now available in Canada, the opportunities to save money on gas continue to increase. If you aren’t interested in switching to an electric vehicle, there are many great gas or hybrid options you can try that will still help you to be a more fuel-efficient driver and save money on gas.
How to Prevent a Home Insurance Claim From a Flood
Spring showers may bring May flowers, but they also bring the risk of floods that can cause expensive damage to your home and personal belongings. Ontario residents are more likely to experience a flood than a fire, especially in the spring months, so be sure to prepare your home by following our flood prevention tips. You should also talk to your insurance broker to make sure your home insurance policy is up to date to help avoid the costliest natural hazard in Ontario.