Fantastic… you’re considering renting out your home for a little extra moola while away for an extended period of time or for a big event nearby that’s causing the demand for lodging. Kudos to you and that money-making entrepreneurial mind. Though this seems like an ideal solution for those with extra room to spare, it … Renting Your Home? What You Need To Know…
Close your eyes and picture this scenario: You are driving late at night on a country road and your vehicle becomes hard to control. You pull off to the side and notice that you have a flat tire. What should you do now? Well, if your vehicle is equipped with a roadside emergency supply kit, … Stock Up on Emergency Roadside Essentials
We rely on technology more and more to keep in touch with our family, friends, and colleagues with a click of a button. But what happens in the event of a major emergency? Suddenly these tools can become vital in helping you and your family deal get in touch and stay informed. So here are … Using Technology During A Disaster
I know I’m stating the obvious when I say car accidents are less than ideal. Regardless… Even though there are safer cars, safer roadways and numerous awareness campaigns these days, chances are you’ve seen or experienced a car accident. So – they are less than ideal and they’ve become commonplace. Unfortunately, many of us still aren’t really … How to React After a Car Accident
In my early twenties I had the pleasure of renting a home with 2 of my best buds. We had a lotof fun in that house. In what should be a general blur in my memory bank (like I said, we had a lot of fun) one particular day was scary enough to be forever ingrained … What My Near-Death Experience Can Teach You
For as long as I can remember, I’ve known of the importance of smoke alarms and how having one can save our lives and our family. I also know how annoying a smoke alarm can be when the batteries run low, beep…beep…beep…beep. Annoying but useful. But from time to time we also hear a news story … Holy Smokes – Is Your Smoke Alarm Working?
In my early teens, my mom bought a cat that she absolutely adored. In fact, I had a sneaking suspicion she loved that cat more than me. Perhaps my first clue was her lack of sympathy for my allergy to the little fur ball. Naturally, a sibling rivalry ensued. The cat won. At the time … Puppy Love – Pet Emergency Preparation
In a recent survey conducted by Harris-Decima for Rogers, almost half of Canadian smartphone owners said they keep their device with them pretty much 24/7. Hmmmm, turns out I’m just another sorrowful statistic! In all fairness, we live in an era where Smartphones have replaced cameras, calendars, notebooks, alarm clocks, and so on. I can’t … Risky Business: Personal mobile devices at work
I’m not sure if it is pure coincidence, the company I keep, or my age bracket, but a few of my friends have recently bought homes with mortgage-helper renter suites. My friends had no problem renting the suites, but after a quick conversation, I found out these newly established ‘landlords’ have no idea whether or … It’s time to talk
Don’t get me wrong, I’m a firm believer we learn from our mistakes. I like that with age, comes wisdom (for the most part) and I rarely look upon my experiences with regret. How else would I know never to ride my bike “slightly” intoxicated or to NEVER wear high-waisted jean shorts? Living is learning … I Wish I knew Then What I Know Now!
