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Buying or Leasing a Vehicle and Insurance
Like many Canadians, you may be looking to hit the open road in a new vehicle. If so, you may be weighing the pros and cons of buying vs. leasing a new vehicle. Fortunately, leasing or buying truly comes down to your individual priorities. Curious if leasing or buying a vehicle is right for you and how this may impact your insurance policy? The article below will identify the differences between leasing, financing, and owning a vehicle, and instances where it may be more beneficial to lease or buy. Additionally, we sat down with one of Gifford Carr's personal lines experts, Jessica Elliott, who provided her insight on insurance implications.
Read moreOntario Staycation Tax Credit Go-To Guide
Ontarians are in on a hidden secret: the province really is yours to discover. Catchy tagline aside, Ontario boasts over 1-million square kilometers of discoverable landscape. Amid the pandemic, locals took to staycations as a way to venture out of their homes and redefine what it meant to "vacation." And, it so seems that staycations are here to stay.
Read moreHiring A Contractor? Here’s your Pre-Reno Checklist
'Tis the season for home renovations. As spring quickly approaches, it's time to start planning any fair-weather projects if you haven't already! Here are some things to check off your list as you get ready to hire a contractor:
Read moreWhat’s the Difference Between An Insurance Agent and Broker?
When you’re in the market for insurance, knowing who to turn to for advice is an important step in the journey. If you’re unsure about the difference between a broker and an agent, check out the details here before you choose the one that best suits your needs.
Read moreSeasonal Property Insurance: What You May Not Know
A quick question for all the cottagers out there: what’s the difference between a bear and a skunk? When it comes to seasonal property insurance, it’s about more than their physical differences — damage done to your cottage by bears is probably covered, while the damage done by skunks probably isn’t.
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