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How to Save for a Home Down Payment by Investing + MORE Jul 13th
It’s something you have likely heard dozens of times before if you’re planning to buy a home: You must have enough saved up for a down payment! While it’s recommended you put down 20% of your new property’s value, you can technically go as low as 5% on the first $500,000 of the home price o.... More »
How to negotiate a job offer to get better benefits Jun 5th
Not all workplace benefits plans are created equal. Experts say it’s important to understand what’s in the plan before signing a contract at a new job, and whether there’s room to negotiate some extra perks better tailored to your life.
“Sometimes, benefits programs can seem really bright.... More »
Smokers and Life Insurance: Do You Have Enough Coverage? + MORE Oct 30th
Considering the number of smoking-related deaths annually, one would think smokers would be wise to take out sufficient life insurance – but many don’t, causing potential financial problems for their families, according to research from UK-based Confused.com.
The gap between the amoun.... More »
Can you get affordable car insurance after a DUI? Feb 8th
Impaired driving is a serious offence and the leading criminal cause of death and injury in Canada. Under the country’s Criminal Code, it is illegal to operate a vehicle while impaired by the use of drugs, alcohol or both. The penalties for driving under the influence (DUI) include substantial fin.... More »
This is the time of year to review your financial plan + MORE Dec 25th
TORONTO — While some people may usher in the New Year by nursing their hangovers, Bruce Cartwright spends it by making a January date with his financial planner.
The 77-year-old Oakville, Ont., man says the annual appointment has been a tradition of his for the past 20 years and a way for him to k.... More »
Do I Really Need Travel Insurance?
– ratesupermarket.ca
Your bags are packed and your tickets are booked – but if you don’t have travel insurance, you’re far from ready to take that vacation. Travel coverage continues to be a point of confusion for Canadian travellers, often overlooked as a pricey add on.
The truth is, though, that your coverage can save you from financial ruin in a worst case scenario abroad. Trust us, those medical bills will really make you feel sick! This week, we’re busting the top myths surrounding travel insurance. Bon voyage!
How Much Travel Insurance Is Enough?
Because Canadians enjoy some of the world’s best health benefits, it’s easy to assume that we’re always covered – but that’s definitely not the case. Should you be injured or become ill out of country – or even out of province – your health card won’t be much of a defence.
Not sure how much travel medical insurance you’ll need? Here’s how to assess the gaps in your coverage.
Read Allan’s Blog | How Much Travel Insurance Is Enough?
How You Can Prevent Travel Emergencies
Ideally, your long awaited vacation will go off without a hitch – but what if disaster strikes during your fun in the sun? Would you know how to react?
When it comes to travel, prevention is the best means of protection…
Insurance executives say homeowners will never have access to comprehensive flood insurance in Canada unless there are new maps of flood-prone areas that take climate change into account.
EI premium freeze reveals Tories' economic cupboard is bare
– theglobeandmail.com
With little progress on jobs, growth and free trade, holding off on an employment insurance rate hike is the least the Finance Minister can do
