Advice News Blog
Welcome to Humberview Insurance’s News section. This is our blog where we share information, news and advice as it may relate to insurance, business and landlords. We are an insurance brokerage with headquarters in Toronto, Canada. We provide car insurance, home insurance, landlord insurance and business insurance across Ontario, Canada.
Some of our information may be directly related to insurance and others general information regarding broader topics. Our goal is to give you information and we hope that you share it or join in on the conversation in the comments section below.
That being said, we must expressly state that this is for general information only and is meant for you, our reader to be thought provoking. We will not warrant or guarantee the accuracy of the information because before making any decisions regarding insurance or any other matters it is best to speak with a licensed individual as every situation is unique and information should not be relied upon as specific to your situation. We wish you all the best and hope to hear from you, thank you.
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City of Toronto Approves Implementation of Vacant Home Tax
On December 16 2021, City Council approved implementation of a vacant home tax in Toronto starting in January 2022. How The City of Toronto will Define a Vacant Home The city of Toronto will consider the home vacant if it has been unoccupied for more than six months during the previous calendar year. Exemptions apply:…
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Top Ten Stolen Cars in Toronto 2021
Below is a list from Toronto Police Services of the top ten cars stolen in the year 2021. Top 10 Auto Thefts by Vehicle Make and Model in Toronto Preventing Car Theft.
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Best Places to List a Rental Property
Facebook Marketplace Facebook marketplace is a great place to get exposure for your rental property to be people are searching. Millions of people use Facebook everyday and their marketplace allows users to post many photos, prices and information. One downside perhaps is if you are going to use your personal profile to post your rental;…
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Moving From Manitoba to Ontario and Looking for Car Insurance?
If you are considering moving from Manitoba to Ontario or you’ve already moved, we wanted to share with you how to get credited for your driving experience from Manitoba. This will make it easier to obtain car insurance in Ontario. First, it is important you order from Manitoba Public Insurance a claims experience letter and…
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Hamilton Approves Landlord License Pilot Project
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.…
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Six Things About Becoming a Landlord In Canada
Thinking about becoming a landlord in Canada? Consider these 6 things 1.Secure Financing Securing financing for a future rental property is important because it will give you the range of prices that you have to work with. There are many ways you can choose finance a rental property purchase including: Each method of financing can…