The City of Hamilton yesterday August 10th 2021 voted in favour of a motion to implement a rental housing licensing pilot for wards 1,8 and 14. Where are Wards 1, 8 and 14? Ward 1: covers the area primarily close to McMaster University Ward 8 & 14: covers the area primarily close to Mohawk College. … Read more
We hope this article finds you well and that you and your family are safe in this unprecedented time. Landlord Insurance & Rental Income Landlords have called us to ask if having rental income insurance will cover tenants who are either refusing to pay rent or defaulting due to COVID 19 crisis. First, to answer … Read more
In today’s day and age with advanced computers and algorithms the calculation of car insurance rates is no longer a simple feat. In the past, it was common for an Ontario car insurance broker to grab a book of rates, look at your age, vehicle and location and calculate an accurate car insurance quote. Today, … Read more
Existing Fines and penalties are changing January 1st 2019 for Ontario Drivers with A to G Licensed. Starting January 1st 2019 you’ll face: First conviction: Second conviction within 5 years: Third and subsequent convictions within 5 years: Special Note for Novice drivers Effective January 1, 2019, if you hold a G1, G2, M1 or M2 … Read more
Insurance companies are recognizing that cars on Ontario roads are becoming safer and some companies are offering fifteen percent discounts on car insurance if your vehicle has Automatic Emergency Breaking or AEB. In cities like Toronto where Toronto Car Insurance is amongst the highest in the country, it can make a big difference. What Cars … Read more
Starting April 30th 2018 landlords in Ontario are now required to use a new standardized lease agreement made by the Ontario government. You can see a copy of the lease here: Click here for Ontario’s new 2018 standardized lease. Why Is There A Standardized Lease? According to the government they are trying to make an … Read more
The Ontario government is making changes to the Highway Traffic Act in an effort to make the roads safer. The Ontario government is planning the following changes: Important to note that drivers convicted with impaired driving, careless driving and distracted driving can face higher car insurance premiums because these tickets show up on a driver’s … Read more
The Ontario Ministry of Transportation has added new rules and harsher penalties. There are 3 main changes. Distracted Driving As of September 1st 2015 the fines and penalties for a fully licensed driver (class A,B,C,D,E,F,G) are: If a novice driver (those subject to Graduated Licensing such as G1, G2) will be subject to the following: … Read more
As a landlord renting to students, you’re likely familiar with the seasonal downtime when your property might sit vacant during the summer months. Even with a 12-month lease, students often leave from May to August, paying rent while the house remains empty. This can present a unique challenge for student landlords, as traditional insurance policies … Read more
Toronto Car Insurance: What You Need to Know About Industry Changes and Rate Reductions As a driver in the Greater Toronto Area and throughout Ontario, you may be relieved to hear about the ongoing industry initiatives that insurers and experts hope will help control the cost of auto insurance. Read on to learn more about … Read more