Insurance Broker - Shawn Cooper

11/30/2021

Choosing between broad form and comprehensive home insurance will have the biggest impact on the type of coverage your policy provides.

11/30/2021

Should I get broad form or comprehensive home insurance coverage?

Choosing between broad form and comprehensive home insurance will have the biggest impact on the type of coverage your policy provides.

09/10/2021

How to keep your roof in tip-top shape

How often do you think about your roof? Chances are, unless there’s a major hail or wind storm, you aren’t sitting around thinking about the state of your shingles. It’s easy to go months, or even years, without so much as a quick glance up at your roof — until it starts to leak, that is. An...

09/09/2021

What is 'Additional Living Expenses' coverage in home insurance?

Your home insurance policy can protect you from so much more than physical damage to your property and liability claims. Additional Living Expenses coverage is included in most home insurance, condo insurance, and tenant insurance policies. The name for this coverage may vary by insurer, but the int...

09/08/2021

How does subletting your rental space affect your tenant insurance?

What is subletting and how does it affect your lease and your insurance? Find out the answers to these questions before handing over your keys.

09/03/2021

Home insurance for short-term rentals

If you’re considering entering the short-term rental market as a homeowner, there are a few things you should know about your insurance.

09/02/2021

Everything you need to know about shopping for car insurance

Car insurance can protect you and your family in the driveway and on the road. Learn how it works and what to look for in this handy shopping guide.

09/01/2021

Simple ways to avoid the most common home insurance claims

Take these simple steps to protect your property from the most common home insurance claims caused by water, storms, fire, and theft.

08/20/2021

How do red light cameras work?

Red light cameras are used to prevent drivers from running red lights at collision-prone intersections across Canada. Here’s how they work.

08/18/2021

How to detect a natural gas leak in your home

While natural gas is a safe fuel, hazardous leaks can still occur. Learn how to detect a natural gas leak to protect your family and your home.

08/16/2021

Home improvements that could lower the cost of your insurance

If you’re thinking about making some home improvements this year, consider these projects that could help you save on home insurance.

07/16/2021

Your guide to household fire extinguishers

Learn how a fire extinguisher works, how to use one, and how to keep it properly maintained so it works if you ever have to put out a fire.