Tenant Insurance

Protect Your Possessions with Tenant Insurance in Halifax Nova Scotia

At Eisenhauer Insurance, we offer tenant insurance to Halifax renters so you can be sure you aren’t left with nothing if your rented home is gutted by fire or other disasters.

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Insurance Plans for All Types of Renters

You need to protect your belongings in an apartment, home, or condo the same way a homeowner does. A basic tenant insurance plan covers just the contents of your home—the things that belong to you.

But it does more than that. Have you considered that you might need financial assistance if you had to move out of your apartment quickly due to damages or repairs? Eisenhauer Insurance can set up your insurance coverage to take care of it.

What about when you are responsible for damages to your apartment building? Or your housekeeper slips on a spill on your kitchen floor? Your tenant insurance covers claims made against you for injuries or damages that could happen on the premises. Your policy also covers personal or property damage you unintentionally cause away from home, whether you are legally liable or not.

Frequently Asked Questions about Tenant Insurance

1. What’s mandatory auto insurance in Nova Scotia?

In Nova Scotia, your auto insurance policy must include the following elements: Liability covers you if you’re involved in a crash where you’re to blame, and the other driver files a claim against you. Accident benefits cover you and any passengers in the event of an accident. Direct compensation covers vehicle damage in a crash where you’re not at fault or only partially at fault. Uninsured automobile covers you if you’re involved in an accident with a driver who has no insurance. The minimum liability coverage in Nova Scotia is $200,000. However, we don’t recommend a policy with such low protection because you may have to pay a balance if you’re in a severe crash. We recommend a liability policy of at least $1 million. Those in the insurance industry typically opt for a $2 million liability policy.
2. What’s the penalty for driving without auto insurance in Nova Scotia?

If you drive without auto insurance in Nova Scotia, you could be fined up to $1,200. Additionally, your licence could be suspended for a year. The conviction will remain on your driving record for 10 years. During that time, you’ll receive a 25 per cent surcharge on your car insurance. You may also struggle to find an insurance company that will give you high-risk insurance.
3. Can I drive someone else’s car if that car is uninsured?

In Nova Scotia, it’s the driver’s responsibility to ensure the car they’re driving is insured, whether they own it or not. You risk being fined and having a criminal record if you drive an uninsured automobile. The same goes for lending. For example, if you let someone else drive your car and that person gets into an accident, you’re responsible for making a claim on your insurance policy.
4. What factors determine auto insurance rates in Nova Scotia?

Insurance providers base their rates on the following factors: Vehicle type. Certain types of cars are prone to theft, have low safety ratings or are expensive to repair. These vehicles generally have higher premiums than other vehicles. Vehicle use. How often you use your car and how you use it determines your insurance rates. For example, the more you drive, the more likely you’ll be involved in a collision. Driver age and profile. Younger drivers typically pay higher premiums than older drivers because they’re less experienced and more risk-averse. Postal code. Rural drivers tend to make fewer claims than drivers in high-traffic urban neighbourhoods and pay lower premiums. Deductible. The deductible is the amount you agree to pay when making a claim. A higher deductible will lower your premiums.
5. How can I lower my auto insurance premiums?

Drivers with spotless records, who’ve taken a drivers’ education course or have installed security measures in their cars are eligible for insurance premium discounts. Another way to reduce your premiums is to bundle your car insurance with your home insurance or choose a higher deductible.
6. How much does it cost to register a car in Nova Scotia?

The vehicle registration fee in Nova Scotia is $13.20 (as of September 2021). Vehicle permit fees range from $143.30 to $276.50, depending on the vehicle’s weight.
7. How do auto insurance rates in Nova Scotia compare to other provinces?

According to recent data from the Insurance Bureau of Canada (ICB), here’s how Nova Scotia ranks when it comes to average car insurance premiums. British Columbia: $1,832 Ontario: $1,528 Alberta: $1,316 Saskatchewan: $1,235 Newfoundland and Labrador: $1,168 Manitoba: $1,140 Nova Scotia: $891 New Brunswick: $867 Prince Edward Island: $816 Quebec: $717
8. What does no-fault car insurance mean?

The term “no-fault” means that if you’re in a crash and you’re injured or your car is damaged, you deal with your insurance company, regardless of who's responsible. You can receive reimbursement more quickly because you don’t have to wait for a court to decide legal liability. Your insurance company determines and assigns a percentage of fault for each driver based on predetermined rules and calculations.
9. Who sets auto insurance rates in Nova Scotia?

The Nova Scotia Utility and Review Board (NSUARB) monitors rates and approves or declines requests for rate changes from insurance companies. The Office of the Superintendent of Insurance regulates provincial insurance matters and enforces the Insurance Act.

Contact Us for Tenant Insurance in Nova Scotia

Call us at 902-454-5888 for a quote that will adequately cover your needs. Protect your interests with tenant insurance in Nova Scotia.

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