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Did you know that despite the risks of theft, fire, or major damage, one in three tenants still lack insurance for their apartment? At our renter resource center, we offer articles that can help you find the perfect apartment and gain a better understanding of tenant insurance.
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Is Mold Covered By Insurance? Yes, But…
In Canada, mold can affect any home, at any time – even those belonging to the most careful and proactive individuals. From unnoticed leaks...
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How To Get Cheaper Renters Insurance in 2025
As a renter, many aspects of your living situation can feel out of your control – from rising rent prices to unpredictable maintenance issues....
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How to Read a Home Insurance Policy in 10 Minutes
How do you know what home insurance covers and what it doesn’t? Where do you go to find out how much coverage you actually...
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What Is Replacement Cost Value Insurance and Is It Worth It?
Have you ever wondered how insurers determine how much money you get back if you file a home insurance claim for lost or damaged...
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Does Tenant Insurance Cover Water Damage in Canada?
In Canada, tenant insurance policies cover some types of water damage, provided the incident is sudden and accidental. While you may be protected if...
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Does Home Insurance Cover Fires? Your Questions, Answered.
From a young age, we’ve been taught about the dangers of fire, so it’s no wonder that as adults, we’re determined to protect our...
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Can Roommates Share Renters Insurance?
When you live with roommates, it’s common to split the cost of rent, utilities, and even regular expenses like subscriptions and groceries. This approach...
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What Is Above-Ground Water Coverage?
Water damage is one of the most frequent types of insurance claims for homeowners, renters, and condo owners. Among YouSet users, it’s the leading...
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The FAQs of Identity Theft Insurance in Canada, Answered.
When shopping for insurance for your home, you expect to be offered coverage against water damage, fire, and natural disasters. However, there’s one that...
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Floater Insurance in Canada: What Is It and Do You Need It?
When you think of ways to protect your personal belongings, home insurance is probably right up there on your list. After all, it’s designed...
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What Is Sewer Backup Insurance and Is It Worth It?
You never want to come home one day to find your home inundated with sewage. Unfortunately, sewer backups are a part of life, and...
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How to Read Your Tenant Insurance Policy
In the days, sometimes hours, after you buy a tenant insurance policy, you can expect to receive a lengthy document from your insurer. When...
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Does Insurance Cover Accidental Damage?
Do you know someone who has a tendency to spill their coffee, drop expensive or fragile items, or trip over their own two feet?...
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What Is Student Tenant Insurance in Canada?
Moving into on-campus housing or an off-campus rental is something many students eagerly anticipate. However, amidst the thrill of newfound independence, it’s crucial to...
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What Is Personal Liability Insurance in Canada?
Accidents are a part of life. Property damage and personal injuries are risks faced by every homeowner, condo owner, and tenant. While some incidents...
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What Is Additional Living Expenses Coverage in Canada?
When an unpredictable peril unexpectedly makes your home unsafe to live in, you might be quick to think about how to repair the damage...
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Does Tenant Insurance Cover Damage to Your Landlord’s Property?
Accidents happen, even to the most careful of renters. A sink gets left on. A candle lights a curtain on fire. A heavy object...
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What Is Contents Insurance in Canada?
Insurance isn’t just meant to protect the physical structure or fixtures of your home. What’s equally important are the things you keep inside it...
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What Is Tenant Liability Insurance in Canada?
As a renter, there’s no shortage of advice on what you need. Buy tenant insurance. Make sure you change the locks. Don’t forget about...
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CAA Tenant Insurance vs. YouSet: Pros and Cons [2024]
In 1974, fifty years ago, CAA expanded its services beyond advocacy and roadside assistance to include insurance options for Canadians. Today, those renters have...
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