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Wednesday, January 17, 2024 Avoid a deer-car collision How to steer clear of a common, large—and moving—hazard As the deer populations grow and urban habitats continue to encroach upon rural environments, there has been an increase in deer-car collisions. READ MORE >>
Monday, January 8, 2024 Your car is a personal space where you spend a lot of time. Whether you’re commuting to work, running errands, or going on a road trip, you want your car to be a pleasant place to be. A bad smell can make even the shortest drive extremely unbearable. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, January 2, 2024If your small business uses cars for deliveries, transporting passengers or if you want to brand your vehicle with a company logo, it might make sense to purchase and register a vehicle in your business' name. Company cars could also give you more control over things like GPS tracking, driving policies and more. READ MORE >>
Friday, December 29, 2023Fireplace Safety Tips for Families Nothing quite creates a winter holiday ambiance as well as a log in the fireplace and family gathered around to bask in its warmth and glow. Of course, playing with or near fire is dangerous for children, so please remember these tips from the AAP before you light your hearth. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, December 20, 2023How to install heat tape Don't run the risk of letting your water pipes freeze. It's relatively easy to install heat tape and it's a good way to prevent major damage to your manufactured home. If your freshwater pipes are already wrapped in heat tape, check that the heat tape was properly installed, and periodically check the heat tape to make sure it isn't worn or frayed. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, December 12, 2023 13 Tips For Buying A House As A First-Time Home Buyer Buying a house is one of the biggest financial moves you’ll ever make so it’s important to be prepared, especially if it’s your first time buying. Explore some first-time home buyer tips and advice intended to help you along the way. READ MORE >>
Thursday, December 7, 2023P.A.S.S. the Fire Extinguisher Fire Extinguishers Using a fire extinguisher during an emergency can be intimidating, especially if you do not know the proper way to use one. Luckily, there is a useful acronym to help you remember the four easy steps when using a fire extinguisher in the event of an emergency. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 28, 2023An increasing number of Canadians are choosing renting vs. buying in today’s economy. Why are we seeing this shift? And what are the advantages of rental living? 1. Fewer Upfront & Ongoing Costs Buying and maintaining a home is expensive. READ MORE >>
Wednesday, November 22, 2023Is a condo right for you? The time has come…do I keep renting, or do I buy? I've been renting various apartments for most of my life because it's been easy and convenient. However, since I've decided to stay in my city long-term, there's no reason not to start looking at homes on the market. READ MORE >>
Tuesday, November 14, 2023 Whether you're branching out on your own for the first time or starting a new chapter of your life, you're ready to claim your first rental home. With some planning and foresight, you can find the perfect place to make your own. READ MORE >>
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