Life insurance is one of the most popular types of insurance globally, and with good reason. The benefits are immense, and everyone wants to make sure that their loved ones after taken care of long after the policyholder is gone. Life insurance gives an influx of cash when dealing with financial problems that often come with one’s passing.

Life insurance can provide a safety net for loved ones who depend on you financially. But have you considered life insurance for your kids?

Joining us today is Jorge Ramos (CFP, CLU, CHS, TEP). Jorge is the National Director of Advanced Planning with Carte Financial Group.

In this episode, we answer:

• Why would you buy life insurance for your kids?
• What are the benefits of a critical illness policy for a child?
• How does age affect rates?
• Do children require a medical?
• What tax issues exist?

We welcome your comments and questions and if you have a topic you want us to discuss, drop us a line at: [email protected].

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more.

Are you a landlord with real estate investment properties in Canada? Are you wondering if real estate investment is suitable for you? 

Whether you are a traditional landlord with long-term tenants or leverage current properties like your home or cottage for short-term rentals, insurance is a crucial risk transfer strategy for you. 

To better understand insurance needs as the landlord of investment properties, cottages, or properties you use for short-term rentals such as Airbnb, we have invited Sean McNamara to share his knowledge and experience.

Sean has over 15 years of experience as a commercial insurance specialist and has hands-on experience as a landlord and real estate investor. 

In this episode, we discuss:

• Many of us invest in properties.  Some commercial, some residential.  What do we need to know about insuring these properties?
• What are some of the typical questions you ask when trying to determine individual needs?
• What are some of the liability issues for the building owner?
• For renters - what insurance considerations are essential?
• How does proactive risk management make getting the right insurance policy easier?

We welcome your comments and questions and if you have a topic you want us to discuss, drop us a line at: [email protected].

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more.

What is a Group Home & Auto Insurance program all about? Albert Wintjes joins us to talk about Group Home and Auto Insurance, unique benefits to the employees, advantages to employers who qualify, and why using a broker like Bryson is important.

Questions discussed include:

• What is a Group Home & Auto insurance savings program?
• How does a company or association qualify?
• Is it a real discount or just fancy marketing?
• Is it a burden on the administration of an already swamped HR department?
• How much does it cost for the employer or association?
• What’s the difference between working with a brokerage like Bryson vs. having a program direct with an insurance company?
• What are the benefits for the employer?
• How to get started?

We welcome your comments and questions and if you have a topic you want us to discuss, drop us a line at: [email protected].

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more. 

Today we launch “Buzzing with Bryson” – a new podcast that goes behind the scenes to bring to you experts in all aspects of insurance. 

While you might not find this a sexy topic….those who work in insurance know what we do and why it is important to you. 

Kicking off the podcast series is Bryson's Director of Business Development & Culture with Bryson Insurance.

In this episode, we answer:

• Why a podcast?
• What can you expect as a listener?
• Who are we bringing in to speak with?
• Who is the intended listener to this podcast?

We welcome your comments and questions and if you have a topic you want us to discuss, drop us a line at: [email protected].

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more.

Until next time, have a great and safe day.

In this edition of "Buzzing with Bryson," we invite Andrew Godden, Manager of Business Development at Wawanesa Insurance, to discuss the rich history and bright future of this Canadian Mutual Property and Casualty Insurance Company. 

Andrew Godden has been with Wawanesa for over 15 years, a length of tenure that is not uncommon at Wawanesa, which speaks volumes to the company's character. 

In this episode, we answer:

• What is a mutual insurance company?
• What are the benefits of being insured by a mutual?
• How does Wawanesa see themselves making a difference for customers?
• What are some of the challenges facing the property & casualty insurance industry today?
• How important is the broker-insurance company relationship?
• Where is Wawanesa heading in the future?

We welcome your comments and questions and if you have a topic you want us to discuss, drop us a line at: [email protected].

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more.

Today on “Buzzing with Bryson,” we look deeper into a topic we know is necessary but at times find it difficult to have “the talk” on many levels.  Today we're talking Life Insurance with Lori Gardner. Lori is the Director of Sales with Bryson Financial.

She’s an experienced Insurance professional with a demonstrated history of success both as an Advisor and corporately as a Director, effectively leading a sales team.   She has a wealth of knowledge on Risk Management, Negotiation, Financial Planning, Account Management, and Relationship Building. Lori is a strong sales professional with RIBO and Life Insurance Licenses, allowing more holistic insurance planning.

In this episode, we answer:

• Why is life insurance important?
• When should I consider buying life insurance?
• How much life insurance is enough?
• What about if I own a business?
• How should I tell my heirs?

Bryson Insurance is a boutique insurance brokerage serving clients across Ontario and Canada. Bringing a team approach to managing clients, Bryson believes in building a personalized experience with those they serve. Bryson’s caring team of insurance professionals acts as an insurance partner focused on protecting your organization’s ability to deliver on the company vision and brand promise. Experience the Bryson Difference today. Visit www.brysoninsurance.ca to learn more.

Questions, comments, topic ideas? Please email us at [email protected].