Emily May
Emily May is the Content Manager at YouSet and works from her home base near Toronto, Ontario. Since 2017, Emily has specialized in writing, marketing, and content creation. Through extensive research and with a genuine commitment to addressing the real questions of Canadians, Emily aims to simplify the complexities of home and car insurance. Her mission is clear: to make insurance feel less intimidating and more approachable for the everyday Canadian.
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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Questions to Ask (and Avoid) When Renting an Apartment
When looking at apartments for rent, you can only learn so much by half-heartedly walking around, opening a few doors, and peeking in a...
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CAA Home Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
As the trusted name behind one of Canada’s oldest roadside assistance programs and a popular provider of car insurance, many homeowners turn to CAA...
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Does Home Insurance Cover Engagement Rings?
It doesn’t matter if you’re the one buying or the one receiving the ring; engagement ring insurance is an essential step in protecting such...
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Are Basement Apartments Legal in Canada? (+Checklist)
When scrolling through ads for places to rent, you’ll see everything from luxury penthouses to small one-room studios. But what if the unit you...
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belairdirect Car Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2025]
Between its catchy jingle and memorable mascot, over the years, belairdirect has become one of the most recognizable car insurance companies in Canada. On...
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