Keep in Mind, Health Buys Insurance – Not Money

Keep in Mind, Health Buys Insurance – Not Money When considering the timing and importance of purchasing insurance, there's an important adage to remember: "health buys insurance – not money." This statement underscores a fundamental truth about obtaining insurance coverage, particularly health insurance. Often, when someone recognizes the necessity for coverage due to a [...]

Keep in Mind, Health Buys Insurance – Not Money2026-01-06T14:37:36+00:00

How To Find a Good Insurance Broker

How To Find a Good Insurance Broker Finding the right insurance broker can make a significant difference in your experience and outcome when it comes to selecting insurance products that suit your needs. But with so many options out there, how do you ensure you're choosing a reputable insurance broker who will prioritize your [...]

How To Find a Good Insurance Broker2026-01-06T14:37:51+00:00

Buying Life Insurance to Cover Tax Bills

Buying Life Insurance to Cover Tax Bills: A Strategic Estate Planning Move In the realm of financial planning, one often overlooked yet critical consideration is the impact of taxes, especially when it comes to retirement savings and estate planning. One particular scenario where this becomes very important is when individuals are looking at their [...]

Buying Life Insurance to Cover Tax Bills2025-10-03T17:51:05+00:00

Disaster-Proof Your Life

Preet Banerjee is a well-known Canadian personal finance and investing expert, and the author of the personal finance book Stop Over-Thinking Your Money!: The Five Simple Rules of Financial Success. Banerjee’s 5 Rules for Personal Finance Success are as follows: Disaster-proof your life. Expensive emergencies can derail you, so protect yourself with disability insurance, [...]

Disaster-Proof Your Life2025-10-03T17:55:25+00:00

Can a History of Mental Health Issues Affect Your Life Insurance Application?

Can a History of Mental Health Issues Affect Your Life Insurance Application? Mental illness affects 1 in 5 Canadians in their lifetime1.  Recently, a Canadian Mental Health Association poll indicated that 24 percent of respondents have sought help for mental health challenges (that is 1 in 4 Canadians), this is up compared to polls [...]

Can a History of Mental Health Issues Affect Your Life Insurance Application?2026-01-06T14:41:11+00:00

Insurance is Not One Size Fits All: Term Insurance vs Whole Life Insurance

Insurance is Not One Size Fits All: Term Insurance vs Whole Life Insurance Shopping for life insurance is unfortunately not as exciting as shopping for a new wardrobe.  In fact, many find it downright daunting and confusing.  However, this is not a reason to avoid, as it is important to keep your loved ones [...]

Insurance is Not One Size Fits All: Term Insurance vs Whole Life Insurance2026-01-06T14:31:40+00:00

The Biggest Mistakes Parents Make When it Comes to Life Insurance

Many parents rely solely on the life insurance provided through their employee benefits. This is very concerning to me as an advisor. Most Group Life plans offer minimal coverage, sometimes only $25,000.  While this will cover final expenses, it wouldn’t be sufficient to replace one’s income for their family. The reality is that many [...]

The Biggest Mistakes Parents Make When it Comes to Life Insurance2025-10-03T17:55:52+00:00

Mortgage Insurance vs Term Life Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know

Mortgage Insurance vs Term Life Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know When buying a home or taking out a loan, many Canadians are offered creditor insurance, often referred to as mortgage insurance or loan insurance. Because it’s presented during the financing process, some people assume it’s required or that it’s the simplest way to [...]

Mortgage Insurance vs Term Life Insurance: What Homeowners Need to Know2026-01-08T20:20:48+00:00
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