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By: Zandile Chiwanza on June 18, 2025

How a gap in your car insurance history can affect your rate

This article has been updated from a previous version.

By: H.G. Watson on June 17, 2025

Will a GoFundMe gift affect your home insurance claim payout?

This article has been updated from a previous version.

By: Lisa Coxon on June 13, 2025

Six common mistakes first-time homebuyers make

This article has been updated from a previous version.

Buying your first home is one of the most exciting milestones of adulthood—but it can also be filled with potential pitfalls.

By: Michelle Bates on June 11, 2025

Want to switch lenders at renewal? Here's what you need to know

This article has been updated from a previous version.

By: Sandra MacGregor on June 10, 2025

Roadside assistance in Canada: Costs, coverage, and benefits explained

No matter how skilled of a driver you are, there will likely come a time when you’ll need roadside assistance. You never want to get a dead battery, a flat tire, an empty gas tank or otherwise find yourself stranded and in need of a tow without it.

By: Sandra MacGregor on May 27, 2025

Travel insurance vs. ticket protection: What you need to know

By: Aya Alhakim on May 20, 2025

Over a third of renters lack tenant insurance: survey

By: John Loeppky on May 15, 2025

How insurance works for self-storage units

This article has been updated from a previous version.

By: Steven Brennan on May 13, 2025

Is flooding covered by home insurance?

By: Isabel Slone on May 13, 2025

What are the closing costs for a new condo?

This article has been updated from a previous version.

Buying your first condo is an exciting milestone and something to be proud of, but it can come with many unexpected surprises – often in the form of taxes and fees.

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