June 6, 2026
Protecting Your Piece of History: Old Home Electrical Safety and Your Insurance
There is something undeniably charming about older homes. Whether it’s a beautifully preserved Edwardian in Burnaby Heights, a colorful craftsman, or a character-filled heritage house […]
May 22, 2026
Trampolines and Other Attractive Dangers in Your Yard
In 1934, University of Iowa gymnast George Nissen and his coach, Larry Griswold, were searching for a way to help Nissen improve his gymnastics training. […]
May 14, 2026
Homeowner Claim Denials
A standard home policy only covers damage caused by specific events. Those events are fixed with a Date of Loss that lies within the policy […]
May 27, 2025
Navigating Vancouver’s Challenging Condo Market
The Vancouver condo market, a critical component of the city’s real estate landscape, is currently navigating a period of significant turbulence. This week I dive […]
April 10, 2025
What Does Fire Insurance Cover?
Home insurance policies cover several catastrophic risks, including fires and lightning. Most even cover wildfires. Yet you might wonder what to expect from your insurance […]
April 9, 2025
Keep Trees Trimmed Around Your Property
Majestic old trees are beautiful, but they can also be dangerous. Falling trees and tree limbs cause millions of dollars in property damage to homes […]
February 5, 2025
Top Causes of Electrical Fires
“Knob-and-tube” wiring, “60-amp electrical services” and “fuse boxes” are different types of outdated electrical systems found in older buildings. Insurance companies often “red flag” them […]
December 18, 2024
Our Unbearable Camping Adventure or A Wild Encounter: Our Bear-y Close Call in the Canadian Wilderness
My most memorable across Canada road trip story was a family camping trip in our van. There were 5 of us. Two parents and three […]
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