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What type of insurance does a home-based business need? May 27th
Q. I am starting up a small business where I will manufacture, market and sell my own products online. I will use a room in my home as an office. What type of insurance do I need?
–Paul
A. Hi Paul. An insurance policy protects you against defined risks. Although I haven’t seen your home insuranc.... More »
“How can I lower my auto insurance bill during COVID-19 lockdown?” + MORE May 3rd
On April 8, 2020, the Insurance Bureau of Canada released the following statement:
To help Canadians cope with the financial impact of COVID-19, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) member companies are offering substantial consumer relief measures. For consumers whose driving habits have changed si.... More »
How Much Life Insurance is Enough? + MORE Mar 11th
A commonly asked question regarding life insurance is “how much life insurance is enough?”
Simply put: the amount of coverage needed depends on the amount of debt and income loss the plan has to cover. This is determined by the total assets that can be allocated subtracted from the amoun.... More »
How to Save on Life Insurance + MORE Feb 20th
The brokers here at Baker & Baker Benefits have been helping Canadians get life insurance for several years now, and we enjoy passing on our knowledge and experience to the Canadian public.
In keeping with this spirit, here are some insightful tips on how to save money when buying a Canadian lif.... More »
The mega-retailer Walmart has grown considerably over the years, from its humble origins as a small store in 1960s Arkansas to the worldwide chain it is today. The company’s Canadian history started in 1994, beginning with the acquisition of 122 Woolco stores. A lot has changed in the past 25 years. These days, Walmart Canada operates more than 400 stores nationally, including their discount locations and Supercentres (massive stores offering everything from apparel to home decor to groceries). Additionally, more than 600,000 Canadians visit walmart.ca, the retailer’s online store, every day.It should come as no surprise that a company with this kind of reach has a financial services arm. Alongside insurance and money transfers, the brand offers a no-annual-fee Walmart Rewards Mastercard. This card is tailored for the brand’s shoppers, who reap rewards when they use it at Walmart. But is it the best option when it comes to collecting rewards? The answer depends on your spending habits and goals…
