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Renting in BC? Make sure this happens before you move in!

Renting in BC? Make sure this happens before you move in!

Don’t skip out on this important step at the beginning of your tenancy agreement. Here’s why the “walk-through” protects tenants and landlords in BC…

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Posted on 2023-01-25 :: Comments (1)

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How to secure & prepare your home before going on vacation

We all love getting away on vacation, but there can be a long list of things to prepare. Here’s a helpful checklist to get you ready and improve your home security while you’re away.

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Posted on 2022-11-16 :: Add a new comment

4 tips to help you manage your subscriptions

4 tips to help you manage your subscriptions

Losing track of all your subscriptions? Here are some tips to help you track and manage all your subscriptions and save money in the process.

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Posted on 2022-10-19 :: Add a new comment

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Consumer story: HVAC company in hot water with BC regulator over deceptive contract

Posted on 2022-10-05 :: Comments (8)

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Consumer story: a “catio” turned cat-astrophe

Posted on 2022-09-28 :: Add a new comment

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5 tips to keep cool without AC this summer

Posted on 2022-07-06 :: Comments (10)

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