Congratulations…you have a home office or home based business. We love that Canadian entrepreneurial spirit! You likely know that this changes your insurance requirements and your insurance company will need to know the details about your home based business.
Each business has unique risks and needs. Maybe you work at home in isolation. Maybe you have clients coming and going throughout the day. Maybe you’re mailing out products to people. Each scenario changes the coverage you need to protect yourself and your business.
It’s time to talk with Advocate. We’ll work with you to understand the needs of your business and help you find solutions that are right for you. We’ll show you how you can protect your home and your business.
Call Advocate today for an Home Office Insurance quote.
What’s the difference between a broker, agent and direct writer?
Unlike an agent or direct writer who works for the insurance company, a broker works with multiple insurance companies so they can shop the market for coverage and rate options for you. Advocate is an independent, licensed brokerage which means we work independently from the insurance companies. We are not influenced to sell you certain products. We work for you and put your needs first.
Insurance is there to protect your family and assets… don’t put them at risk! Always deal with a licensed professional who represents your interests, not the insurance company’s.
Do I really need an umbrella policy?
Consider for a moment whether it is possible that you could ever be sued. Do you drive a car? Do you have children? Do you have a dog? Do you ever entertain at your home? Do you or your kids use social media? If you answered ‘yes’ to any of these questions you are personally at risk. Despite best intentions, injuries and property damage can occur. That’s why home and auto insurance policies have liability coverage.
But what happens when that limit is used up? When was the last time you increased your liability coverage? It likely won’t be a surprise to you that court award judgments are on the rise. An umbrella liability policy is an excellent way to bring an additional layer of protection for you and your family. Ask us to provide a quote for your consideration because we want you and your assets to be protected.
What payment options do you offer?
We work with many insurance companies. There are often many payment options that include cheque, credit card and automatic withdrawals, made in one pay, installments or monthly payments. Is there a particular payment plan that works best for you? Please let us know.
I’ve moved. How do I update my address information?
You can call us at 1-888-278-7584, or submit a contact form here. Depending on the type of policy you have, we may need to ask you additional questions. For example, if you’ve moved we may need to change details on your auto policy (i.e. commuting distances) or update your property policy to reflect the details of your new home. Please remember to keep us up to date on any changes that impact your insurance policy.
What is a deductible and how does it impact my premium?
In the event of a claim, your deductible is the amount that you pay before your insurance company steps in to pay the remaining costs (subject to the policy coverage and limits). Some people prefer a low deductible while some are comfortable being responsible for a higher deductible, knowing that this may lower their premium slightly. We can provide options to you so you can select what works best for you.