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  • Top 10 Life Insurance Myths
    True or false? Fact or fiction? Understanding term life insurance and its benefits means sifting through the myths surrounding it first. So we've taken a look at the most common misconceptions about term life insurance to set the record straight and to help you make the right choice for you and your family.
  • Getting Life Insurance if You're a Smoker (or an Ex-Smoker)
    Although smoking is nowhere near as common as it once was, about one-third of Canada's population has smoked at one time or another and that's a whole lot of people who may have concerns about their premiums when it comes to getting life insurance. These concerns, however, are often based on myths, and end up discouraging people from getting the life insurance they may need.
  • Having a Baby Means It's Time for Life Insurance
    Having a baby means it is time for life insurance, because, underneath the excitement of bringing your newborn home for the first time is also a concern for what lays ahead, especially when it comes to the family's finances.
  • Are You Up to the Challenge? It's Trivia Time!
    Who doesn't like a little trivia? Given there's a day dedicated to it each year, January 4, there are obviously trivia enthusiasts everywhere, including here at Kanetix.ca. We're also keen on all things insurance and we've pulled together 10 questions that we're confident will answer the question: Are you up to the challenge?
  • Hobbies That Make Your Life Insurer Squeamish
    There are people who like living on the edge. They have nerves of steel and boundless energy and are as nimble as a cat. Understandably, many people cast a wary eye on these risk-takers; after all why would anyone want to jump out of perfectly good airplane or race down a quarter mile track at speeds that defy logic? Not surprisingly, your life insurer may be asking these questions as well.
  • Mortgage Life Insurance And Term Life Insurance: Q & A's
    Buying a home will likely be the largest purchase you make in your lifetime, which is why protecting it should be a key part of your overall financial plan. For this protection, chances are someone has suggested you buy insurance-whether it's mortgage life insurance, term life insurance, or both. See what these different types of life insurance have to offer.
  • Is Mortgage Life Insurance Or Term Life Insurance The Best Choice For You?
    Whether you're buying a home for the first time, or refinancing an existing mortgage, someone has probably suggested you purchase mortgage life insurance. But don't rush into buying a policy until you've looked at all the possibilities. You could end up saving money by purchasing a term life insurance policy instead.
  • The Quick Guide to Buying Life Insurance: What to Expect...
    Whether you're a newlywed, single mom, retiree or even a small-business owner, you may have people who financially depend on you. Life insurance provides your beneficiaries with money after your death. But what exactly happens after you get your life insurance quote and decide it's time to buy?
  • Are You Prepared Financially For Sudden Illness or Job Loss? Nearly Half of Canadians Aren't
    New research suggests many Canadians, especially those who carry debt, are not financially ready for sudden illness or job loss. There are two types of insurance that can protect you if an accident or illness prevents you from being able to work.
  • 10 Tips for Living a Longer, Happier Life
    Life insurance and health insurance are there for you if something goes wrong in your life, but to truly get the most out of your life you need to take preemptive action and embrace the things that make you healthy and happy.
  • The Importance of Buying Life Insurance Policies for a Stay-at-Home Parent
    A stay-at-home parent's salary is estimated at six figures. Why then would you not have a life insurance policy for both the working parent and stay-at-home parent?
  • Popular Life Insurance Products
    What life insurance products are Canadians comparing most? At Kanetix.ca there is one life insurance product that stands out from all the rest.
  • Hobbies That Make Your Life Insurer Squeamish
    There are people who like living on the edge. They have nerves of steel and boundless energy and are as nimble as a cat. Understandably, many people cast a wary eye on these risk-takers; after all why would anyone want to jump out of perfectly good airplane or race down a quarter mile track at speeds that defy logic? Not surprisingly, your life insurer may be asking these questions as well.

  • Quitting Smoking and Life Insurance
    The hullabaloo of the holidays has finally settled and many Canadians are now focusing on their New Year's resolutions. For those of you who resolve to quit smoking, there's good news. Not only will you save money on the cigarettes you no longer buy, but you'll also enjoy savings on your life insurance premiums. See how much.

  • Mortgage Life Insurance and Term Life Insurance: Q & A's
    Buying a home will likely be the largest purchase you make in your lifetime, which is why protecting it should be a key part of your overall financial plan. For this protection, chances are someone has suggested you buy insurance-whether it's mortgage life insurance, term life insurance, or both. See what these different types of life insurance have to offer.

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