Do You Need Business Insurance for Your Side Hustle?
Surviving in a tight economy or increasing your income requires more than launching a side hustle. It also requires protecting your finances. Here's how you can do that.
How to Prevent Slip and Fall Accidents at Your Business This Winter
Wiping out and getting injured because of snow and ice is one of the most common injuries in Canada. Here’s how you can prevent your customers and employees from taking a tumble on your property.
What Type of Insurance Do Christmas Tree Farms Need?
At the risk of sounding like Scrooge, Christmas tree producers have to contend with more than inflation and the impacts of climate change on their farms. They also face significant liability threats that could quickly upend their businesses. Here’s how insurance can help.
Can a Youth-Owned Business Be Insured?
Entrepreneurs are often ahead of their time as they fearlessly push the limits. Sometimes, they may be so far ahead of their peers that they aspire to launch a business before they’re 18 years old. Here’s how a youth can get liability insurance for a startup.
How Landlords Can Check for and Avoid Frozen Water Pipes
When frigid temperatures cause water inside a pipe to freeze, the ice expands and can split or crack the line. That can result in the pipe bursting and may lead to internal flooding. Here are ways landlords can prevent frozen pipes.
Does My Airbnb Need Extra Insurance?
In Canada, hosts earn an average of $10,300 annually through Airbnb. But weighing the pros and cons of listing your property on any home-sharing platform is critical, especially the property damage and liability risks you face. Here’s what you should know.
Why Liability Insurance Is a Must-Have for Retail Store Owners in Canada
There are pros and cons to owning a retail store and significant liability risks. Explore why you need retail insurance and how it helps protect your assets and reputation.
How Small Businesses Can Solve Cash Flow Problems
Avoiding complications by maintaining a healthy cash flow is critical for your small business. That doesn’t mean it’s easy to do so. See our recommendations for planning to maintain a healthy cash balance so you can focus on your long-term goals.
A Landlord’s Guide for Renting to Students
As thousands of students return to school to pursue higher learning, it's the busy season for rental property landlords. Many students are also on the hunt for somewhere to live off-campus. See our landlord guide to renting to students and other tenants, including how to protect your property.
From Profit to Peril: 7 Risks Landlords Face with Rental Property Ownership
There are many benefits to being a landlord. But it’s also a big responsibility that must be treated like a business. See what common liabilities landlords face and how a damage checklist and adequate insurance protection can help.