Brianna Harrison
Brianna Harrison writes for YouSet from her home base in Montreal, Quebec. Over the past eight years, she has written for leading Canadian brands on personal finance, insurance, and travel-related topics, with work featured in The Globe and Mail. Her mission is to break down complex topics, especially those around home and car insurance, and make them more accessible for Canadians.
Home Insurance Covers Jewellery, But Is It Enough?
Whether it’s an engagement ring from a partner, a family heirloom passed down through generations, or a necklace bought to mark a personal milestone,...
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[Template] Fill-In-the-Blank Tenant Reference Letter
Writing a tenant reference letter might seem like a small task, but it can make a big difference for someone looking to rent their...
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Scotiabank Home Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
Known for its longstanding presence in the Canadian financial services market, Scotiabank ventured into personal insurance in 2009 with the launch of Scotia Insurance....
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Is Accident Benefits Coverage Mandatory?
Of all the types of car insurance coverages available, accident benefits coverage is the one that’s specifically designed to protect you. If the worst...
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The Safest Neighbourhoods in Toronto, Based on Police Data
Are you looking for a safe place to live, work, and raise a family in Toronto? Whether you’re moving across the city or settling...
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Can Landlords Ask for Proof of Renters Insurance? Yes, But…
You’ve asked for quotes, compared them, and purchased a renter’s insurance policy at the best price. You’re all set, right? Not quite. There’s one...
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Scotiabank Tenant Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
As with nearly all of Canada’s top banks and financial institutions, Scotiabank has an insurance arm, known as Scotia Insurance. Through it, renters, homeowners,...
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Allstate Home Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
Allstate Canada, owned by The Allstate Corporation, is a well-known name in the insurance industry, particularly in the US. So, it often comes as...
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Is It Normal Wear and Tear or Damage? A Renters Guide
Everyone knows that when you live somewhere long enough, a scratch, dent, stain, or loose hinge is bound to happen. This natural aging of...
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[Checklist] 38 Places to Change Your Address When Moving
Moving to a new home is a big deal–whether you’re moving to a new neighbourhood, city, or even province. Amid the excitement (and chaos)...
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Will Insurance Cover a Home with Knob and Tube Wiring?
When you buy home insurance, insurers always assess the level of risk you present as a policyholder. For instance, those with a history of...
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belairdirect Home Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
Choosing a home insurance provider rarely comes down to coverage or price alone. It’s also about convenience, customer service, and the flexibility of your...
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The Truth About Speed Camera Tickets and Car Insurance
The use of speed cameras – also known as photo radars, detection systems, or automated speed enforcement systems – is steadily increasing across Canada....
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Are Sump Pumps Covered by Insurance?
Your home may very well be the single biggest investment you ever make, and while there are countless ways to protect it, installing and...
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Do Home and Car Insurance Renew Automatically?
From your Netflix subscription to your gym membership, many of the services you rely on are set to auto-renew by default. But when it...
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Why Cottage Insurance Might Cost More Than You Expected
As much as cottages are an escape from everyday life and the backdrop of many core memories, the risks that come with owning one...
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Sonnet Tenant Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
When shopping for tenant insurance in Canada, one name you’ll likely come across is Sonnet. Owned by Economical Insurance, one of Canada’s largest property...
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How to Get a Driver’s Abstract in Canada (By Province)
If you’re reading this, it’s likely because you’ve been asked to provide someone with a copy of your driver’s abstract. If so, you’re in...
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Desjardins Home Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
Desjardins Insurance, part of the Desjardins Group, is the second-largest general insurer in Canada. Underwritten in Quebec by Desjardins General Insurance Inc. and in...
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Does Insurance Cover Basement Flooding? Yes, But…
Whether you’re a renter living in a basement apartment or are the owner of a home or condo with a basement, one of the...
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