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How To Save Money On Your Home Insurance
By: Rob Taylor, President, Taylor Group of Companies
Most homeowners pay high premiums for home insurance and still don’t get enough coverage. Are you aware that there are lots of ways to save hundreds of dollars each year, while still maximizing your insurance...
By: Rob Taylor, President, Taylor Group of Companies
Most homeowners pay high premiums for home insurance and still don’t get enough coverage. Are you aware that there are lots of ways to save hundreds of dollars each year, while still maximizing your insurance...
All-season vs. winter tires
By: By Brian Turner, Ottawa Citizen
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Local automotive retailers have been running ads promoting winter versus all-season tires. My mechanic has always said all-seasons are fine. In Quebec, drivers have to install winter tires, but what...
By: By Brian Turner, Ottawa Citizen
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Local automotive retailers have been running ads promoting winter versus all-season tires. My mechanic has always said all-seasons are fine. In Quebec, drivers have to install winter tires, but what...
Dissident group of mutual policyholders continue campaign despite Economical demutualization plan
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 17, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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A group of dissident mutual policyholders are continuing their campaign to replace the Board of Directors at The Economical Mutual Insurance Company, even after the company announced this week that it...
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 17, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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A group of dissident mutual policyholders are continuing their campaign to replace the Board of Directors at The Economical Mutual Insurance Company, even after the company announced this week that it...
Economical Mutual Insurance Company to demutualize
By: By ILSTV Staff on Dec 15, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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The Economical Mutual Insurance Company, one of Canada’s largest property and casualty insurance providers, announced on December 14 that its Board of Directors plans to convert the Company from its existing...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Dec 15, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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The Economical Mutual Insurance Company, one of Canada’s largest property and casualty insurance providers, announced on December 14 that its Board of Directors plans to convert the Company from its existing...
Economical mutual policyholders submit proposal to replace Board
By: ILSTV Staff on Jan 05, 2011 in Canadian Insurance
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Starting in November 2010, VC & Co. Advisory Limited announced its campaign to change the Board of Directors of Economical Mutual Insurance Company and unlock the value of the mutual policies held. If...
By: ILSTV Staff on Jan 05, 2011 in Canadian Insurance
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Starting in November 2010, VC & Co. Advisory Limited announced its campaign to change the Board of Directors of Economical Mutual Insurance Company and unlock the value of the mutual policies held. If...
Economical’s demutualization process
By: ILSTV Staff on Jan 20, 2011 in Canadian Insurance
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The Economical Mutual Insurance Company announced last month that it plans to convert the company’s structure through either an initial public offering or through a sponsored demutualization or sale. While...
By: ILSTV Staff on Jan 20, 2011 in Canadian Insurance
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The Economical Mutual Insurance Company announced last month that it plans to convert the company’s structure through either an initial public offering or through a sponsored demutualization or sale. While...
Water Damage Prevention
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Damage from water is one of the leading causes of property damage in Canada. While water damage is not entirely avoidable, taking preventative measures can substantially lower the risk to your home. Many...
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Damage from water is one of the leading causes of property damage in Canada. While water damage is not entirely avoidable, taking preventative measures can substantially lower the risk to your home. Many...
On-the-spot insurance confirmation at plate renewal in Ontario
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 16, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Insurance
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Starting November 29, a new system will help keep uninsured drivers off Ontario’s roads by providing on-the-spot confirmation of insurance when drivers go to renew their license plate. In Ontario,...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 16, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Insurance
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Starting November 29, a new system will help keep uninsured drivers off Ontario’s roads by providing on-the-spot confirmation of insurance when drivers go to renew their license plate. In Ontario,...
Prepare yourself for winter driving
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 12, 2010 in Traffic Safety
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As the temperature continues to drop and more residents give in to turning on the furnace during the chilly nights, it’s time to realize what most of us hate to hear: winter is nearing closer and with...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 12, 2010 in Traffic Safety
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As the temperature continues to drop and more residents give in to turning on the furnace during the chilly nights, it’s time to realize what most of us hate to hear: winter is nearing closer and with...
Strategic investor, like Intact, could bid on Economical, says analyst
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 16, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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With the Economical Mutual Insurance Company’s announcement that it intends to demutualize through either an IPO or through a sponsored demutualized which would involve a transaction with another company...
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 16, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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With the Economical Mutual Insurance Company’s announcement that it intends to demutualize through either an IPO or through a sponsored demutualized which would involve a transaction with another company...
A history of insurance company demutualization in Canada
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 17, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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When the Economical Mutual Insurance Company’s announced this week that it plans to demutualize, it highlighted a structure-changing process which hasn’t been seen in the Canadian P&C industry. Demutualization...
By: ILSTV Staff on Dec 17, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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When the Economical Mutual Insurance Company’s announced this week that it plans to demutualize, it highlighted a structure-changing process which hasn’t been seen in the Canadian P&C industry. Demutualization...
Ontario brokers support bill to ban credit scoring
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 08, 2010 in Canadian Government, Canadian Insurance
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The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario (IBAO) is applauding Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Mike Colle’s introduction today of his private member’s Bill 130: The Homeowners Insurance...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 08, 2010 in Canadian Government, Canadian Insurance
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The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario (IBAO) is applauding Liberal Member of Provincial Parliament (MPP) Mike Colle’s introduction today of his private member’s Bill 130: The Homeowners Insurance...
Brokers say insurance companies should not use credit scores to set premiums
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 04, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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Ontario’s insurance brokers want the government to outlaw the use of credit scores to set home insurance premiums. The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario says about half of the big insurance...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 04, 2010 in Canadian Insurance
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Ontario’s insurance brokers want the government to outlaw the use of credit scores to set home insurance premiums. The Insurance Brokers Association of Ontario says about half of the big insurance...
ARE YOU AT RISK?
The Economical Insurance Group
WATER DAMAGE is costly, dangerous and inconvenient. Knowing the signs and causes of potential water damage can help prevent damage to your home and cherished belongings. The following information...
The Economical Insurance Group
WATER DAMAGE is costly, dangerous and inconvenient. Knowing the signs and causes of potential water damage can help prevent damage to your home and cherished belongings. The following information...
Organized fraud drives up Ontario auto insurance costs
By: By ILSTV Staff on Dec 15, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Insurance, Crime & J
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As organized fraud related to Ontario auto insurance claims evolves it is not only driving up costs, but also creating new risks for drivers. The Co-operators is reminding Ontario drivers to use caution...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Dec 15, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Insurance, Crime & J
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As organized fraud related to Ontario auto insurance claims evolves it is not only driving up costs, but also creating new risks for drivers. The Co-operators is reminding Ontario drivers to use caution...
Insurance Quotes-Ottawa Has Easier access to Tenant, Home, and Auto Insurance Quotes-Ottawa Co. Says
Ottawa, ON — Ottawa insurance quotes are now easier to acquire with Taylor Insurance Group’s new Ottawa Insurance quote website. The website offers automated Ottawa insurance quote requests for Ottawa...
Ottawa, ON — Ottawa insurance quotes are now easier to acquire with Taylor Insurance Group’s new Ottawa Insurance quote website. The website offers automated Ottawa insurance quote requests for Ottawa...
Ontario gets tougher on suspended drivers
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 18, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Government
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Starting December 1st, Ontario police will have more tools to get suspended and impaired drivers off the roads. This change will also mean added enforcement against people who have had their driver’s...
By: By ILSTV Staff on Nov 18, 2010 in Auto & Trucking, Canadian Government
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Starting December 1st, Ontario police will have more tools to get suspended and impaired drivers off the roads. This change will also mean added enforcement against people who have had their driver’s...
Deciphering Your Insurance Policy
“Insurance speak" is a language unto itself, so it's no wonder consumers get confused trying to decipher their insurance policy. As a first step, get comfortable with the following basic terms, and refer...
“Insurance speak" is a language unto itself, so it's no wonder consumers get confused trying to decipher their insurance policy. As a first step, get comfortable with the following basic terms, and refer...
How Your Insurance Score Affects Your Premiums
Your insurance score is used to identify the likelihood and severity of claims. Each score is created from different evaluations of credit report information, but being a good financial credit risk does...
Your insurance score is used to identify the likelihood and severity of claims. Each score is created from different evaluations of credit report information, but being a good financial credit risk does...
Protecting The Financial Health Of Your Business
Just as you are likely to protect your own health, insurance is a great way to protect the financial health of your business. Commercial insurance just makes good business sense. Here are a few basic...
Just as you are likely to protect your own health, insurance is a great way to protect the financial health of your business. Commercial insurance just makes good business sense. Here are a few basic...
Secrets To Buying Insurance
No one looks forward to buying or renewing their insurance, but here are some secrets that will make the process a little easier. 1. Your Policy Doesn’t Cover Everything Ask your insurance...
No one looks forward to buying or renewing their insurance, but here are some secrets that will make the process a little easier. 1. Your Policy Doesn’t Cover Everything Ask your insurance...
Why Use an Insurance Broker?
At the Taylor Group of Companies, our brokers work for you – not the insurance company. They are always at your side when you buy or upgrade your insurance or if you have to make a claim. The value...
At the Taylor Group of Companies, our brokers work for you – not the insurance company. They are always at your side when you buy or upgrade your insurance or if you have to make a claim. The value...
How Do I Choose the Right Policy for My Home?
Your home should be insured from the moment you take legal ownership – even if it is under construction. At Taylor Group of Companies, our brokers have the expertise that you need at this stage, when...
Your home should be insured from the moment you take legal ownership – even if it is under construction. At Taylor Group of Companies, our brokers have the expertise that you need at this stage, when...
What Do I Do if My Home is Unoccupied?
Your insurer considers an unoccupied dwelling riskier than an occupied one. Depending on how long you are away from your home, you need to make arrangements to ensure your dwelling is checked regularly,...
Your insurer considers an unoccupied dwelling riskier than an occupied one. Depending on how long you are away from your home, you need to make arrangements to ensure your dwelling is checked regularly,...
When Do I Insure My New Home?
Are you planning to build your dream home soon or thinking about adding an addition to your present home? For your protection, you must advise us about your plans before you start construction. You...
Are you planning to build your dream home soon or thinking about adding an addition to your present home? For your protection, you must advise us about your plans before you start construction. You...
Do I Need Extra Coverage for High Value Items?
Take the time to ensure that your most precious things are protected It is common practice for policies that cover personal property to have special limits on the amount that will be covered...
Take the time to ensure that your most precious things are protected It is common practice for policies that cover personal property to have special limits on the amount that will be covered...
Vehicle Insurance – Are You Covered?
Your vehicle insurance policy likely has some flexibility built in to ensure you are covered in a variety of situations. However, you should check your policy to make sure you’re covered during each of...
Your vehicle insurance policy likely has some flexibility built in to ensure you are covered in a variety of situations. However, you should check your policy to make sure you’re covered during each of...
What Extra Coverage Should I Be Aware Of?
Special policies can cover the risks unique to your business. Business Interruption This form of insurance provides you with the funds required to protect your business's financial position...
Special policies can cover the risks unique to your business. Business Interruption This form of insurance provides you with the funds required to protect your business's financial position...
How Can I Reduce the Risk in My Business?
An experienced broker knows exactly how to identify and manage many of the risk factors in your business and translate that knowledge into a cost-effective risk management program. There are four key...
An experienced broker knows exactly how to identify and manage many of the risk factors in your business and translate that knowledge into a cost-effective risk management program. There are four key...
Insurance Fraud Hurts Everyone
There is no such thing as a little fraud There are big lies and little lies, but insurance fraud can be anything from claiming two or three extra CD’s being stolen from your car, to claiming...
There is no such thing as a little fraud There are big lies and little lies, but insurance fraud can be anything from claiming two or three extra CD’s being stolen from your car, to claiming...
