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Heritage Place Family living with nearby parks and trails

820 5 AVE SW.

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Live only blocks from the Bow River, with its surrounding parks, biking & walking paths!

1 bedroom $1350 2 bedrooms $1600

Heritage Place

Welcome to Heritage Place Conveniently located in Calgary, Alberta. 820 5 Ave SW. A Family building, our one & two bedroom apartments come with a fridge, stove, dishwasher, and a large in-suite storage room. South and north-facing suites have large balconies. Some units offer mountain views.

Intercom camera to securely view visitors and garbage chutes on every floor. Large modern laundry room onsite. One-bedroom suites are approximately 750 square feet.

1 & 2 BEDROOM APARTMENTS AVAILABLE Water & Heat Included In-suite storage On-site laundry facilities On-site management Assigned parking

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CALGARY REGION GUIDE

ACCOUNT MANAGER Carolyn Porteous carolyn@mediaclassified.ca 780.984.4902 GROUP SALES MANAGER Randi Segal randi.segal@mediaclassified.ca MANAGER CUSTOMER SALES & SERVICE Marilyn Watling marilyn@mediaclassified.ca PRESIDENT & PUBLISHER Leo Racioppo leo@mediaclassified.ca

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FIRESIDE PROPERTY GROUP LTD. – Heritage Place: Located downtown, Heritage Place offers mountain views, nearby parks and trails. Perfect for family living.

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MAPS.................... PAGE 5 TIPS Look and feel your best this holiday..... PAGE 18 HEALTH Mental health support....PAGE 22 RECIPE Chocolate Hazelnut Bûche de Noël................ PAGE 26 MOVERS Pack safely................PAGE 28 RENTERS Cover your assets.........PAGE 30

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how to talk to your kids about

money, budgeting, and saving

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ne of the earliest times your kids learn about money is by sitting in the grocery cart. They watch you evaluate products and pay with a credit card or cash. Sure, they may end up whining on the floor about not getting a Kinder Surprise at the checkout counter but don’t give in. A teaching moment to talk to your kids about money is upon you.

As parents, we’ll be the major influence on our children’s spending habits and feelings towards money.

We need to get comfortable talking about money and the earlier we start, the better the outcome. Here’s an outline about how to talk to your kids about money as they grow up.

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age 5 and under: start early

Introducing your kids early to money allows them to grow up with it as part of their daily lives. Teachable moments create the`mselves the more they interact with the idea of money.

My two-year-old daughter uses an old glasses case as a wallet and likes to push buttons at the ATM. The other day she handed me a toy from a low hanging bin at the corner store and told me to, “buy it.” This is her current level of understanding. A wallet carries money, money comes from a machine, and if she wants to buy something, she needs money.

My five-year-old son has a piggy bank he loads with the spare change

he finds in couch cushions. He brings home his Scholastic books flyer, and we’ll dump out the coins and see what he can buy. We count up the pennies, explain to him how it turns into a nickel, how 5 nickels convert to a quarter before getting into loonies and toonies. He’s learning that things cost money and if you don’t have enough money, you can’t buy it.

We find little moments to talk about money in a way he can understand. At the grocery store, we allow him to spend $10 on school snacks.

We remind him what he likes, show him what’s on sale, and let him make the decisions so he feels empowered.

At home, we tell him to shut the water off during bath time because wa-

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ter costs money - introducing the idea of household expenses but, in a context he can grasp.

Find moments in your day to day where you use money and enlighten them. Don’t overwhelm them, practice a little bit at a time.

age 10 and under: be age appropriate

Don’t expect a kid in grade school to grasp the idea of prime rates or the importance of diversifying their investments. Use real-world situations, at age-appropriate times, to talk to them about money.

I have a friend whose son, at only 7-years-old, bought an iPad. Here’s how it happened. At age six, he started receiving an allowance which his son promptly blew on candy. After a few weeks, he talked to his son about saving for a big purchase and the value of delayed gratification.

One year later, his kid came to him, money in hand, and said, “Dad, I want to buy an iPad.” He took his child to the store, but the kid came up short.

My buddy paid the taxes and used it as a teachable moment. A 7-year-old doesn’t know about taxes but what a great time to learn about them.

On the ride home, the taxes discussion evolved into more money talk. Long story short, the next year, the son asked his Dad to take him to a bank to invest his savings into a GIC. The teller said he didn’t have the minimum to invest - “Don’t worry, my dad will pay the rest.” My friend turns to his son and tells him he wants interest on the loan he suddenly has to provide - another teachable moment at an appropriate age.

The best part? The kid is taking an interest in learning, the dad is only telling him the information he needs as not to overwhelm him. Be straightforward, but don’t overshare.

the teenage years: wants vs. needs

All their lives you supplied the necessities: the roof over their head, the clothes on their backs, and the food on the table. Now, as teenagers, they want trendy jeans and a video game console. They’ll probably get their first job to do so. Their first pay cheque is a great time to teach them to put needs ahead of their wants. My mom taught my older sister the envelope budgeting system.

The envelope system involves labelling envelopes for wants and needs and using your pay to fill each envelope. You fill the needs envelopes first – rent, utilities, and groceries and with what’s left, you can divvy it among the “wants” envelopes.

My sister withdrew a certain amount from her chequing account on payday, leaving some money behind to transfer to her savings accounts. She sorted the cash into different “want” envelopes for various expenses - dining out, partying, clothes, etc.

She bought everything cash and learned the importance of budgeting her money. If the dining out envelope was empty, she could say no to her friends and invite them over for dinner. If she chose to go out, she’d borrow from a different “want” envelope, like new clothes, and understood the repercussions. In the end, she could get what she wanted and was saving up for her long-term needs.

Years later, she’s maxing out her RRSP every year, and that takes diligence. She doesn’t use envelopes, but the system still exists in a digital format.

the twenties and beyond: be a role model, teach self-control

When your kids are ready to move out, you can only hope you’ve instilled smart money practices be-

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cause they’re going to need them. If not, you may find yourself bailing them out of credit card debt and student loans.

When my wife and I moved in together, I still had student loans. I was only paying the interest complaining I didn’t have enough to pay any principal. She helped me find money. We stopped going out and just bought what we needed. We threw whatever we could at the loan and in three months, it was gone. I was amazed. She taught me a lot about self-control, something her parents had taught her.

Her parents were her role models.

Her mom stayed at home to tend to the 4 kids while her Dad worked.

They struggled to make ends meet but always made sure to have a good time. They travelled in a big van on long road trips with each parent swapping off every 6 hours, so they didn’t have to pay for a hotel. If two kids needed new shoes, one kid had to wait until the next month. Her mom still manages her bank book by paper every month.

Technology has made moneysaving even easier. Facebook market place, community groups, and Kijiji have great finds for clothes and toys.

We have a dedicated account for bills which automatically withdraws money from our payroll account. We fly on points, we use one of the best credit cards in Canada to save on groceries, and we’re always reading money blogs that educate us on making smart financial decisions From the time they can talk, your kids will be learning about money and will see how it affects their parents’ lives. Being open and honest in an age-appropriate manner will put them in good standing for years to come. Be a good role model, and your kids will succeed. ■ — Ratehub.ca December 8–22, 2023

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f you are looking for an expe- and provides an exception high-qualrienced property management ity rental experience. company that exceeds your exPresident McMullen was formerly pectations in Calgary, Alberta – responsible for managing Prestigious look no further than Fireside Proper- Properties growing portfolio of multity Group. With a focus on providing family assets in Western Canada. Before superior, client-focused management working at Prestigious Properties, Mr services and a commitment to McMullen worked and manfoster win/ win relationships aged for Gateway Property between property owners and Management, Canada’s largtheir residents, Fireside Properest property management ty Group embraces and deploys firm. As well as TransGlobe, the best practices and highest Canada’s 3rd largest apartbusiness standards in the propment building owner, and Reerty management industry.

Keith McMullen, alstar Management Limited, Fireside Property Group has BA, President President McMullen carries rentals available that offer the an impressive level of underperfect combination of accessibility standing and knowledge surrounding and convenience, in conjunction with the property management industry. local amenities and services that you depend on. As a leader in the property management industry in Calgary, they create an unparalleled renting experience that places a focus on the needs of their tenants and creates a community that provides an excellent experience. Although headquartered in Calgary, Alberta – Fireside Property Group also has available rentals in Edmonton and Sudbury, Ontario.

The properties available to rent under their management team offer nothing but quality residential accommodations and a rental price point you will love. Well maintained and regularly updated, residents can be confident that will they will be renting with a company that knows and understands what they want and need most out of a rental property.

As a licensed Real Estate Broker, a former president of the Calgary Residential Rental Association, and with over 20 years of experience, Fireside Property Group is lead by the president, Keith McMullen, BA. President McMullen has created a company that identifies the needs of renters

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Renting an apartment is not just about a place to live – it is about your lifestyle. When you rent from Fireside Property Group in Calgary, you can feel confident that you have picked a company that keeps your needs in mind. With a focus on responsibility and reliability, their business is not just about providing apartments for rent – it is about the people who live in them and providing them with a premium rental experience unlike any other.

Are you on the hunt for your next perfect rental apartment? Choose a property management company that has built their business with you in mind – pick Fireside Property Group. ■

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green gift ideas for the holidays

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hile red and green are the typical Christmas colours, you can also add eco-friendly gifts this holiday season. Here are four green gifts that will warm the recipient’s heart.

green that grows

Christmas falls just after the Winter Solstice – the day of the year with the least amount of sunlight.

And if it isn’t already covering the ground, we know that snow is on the way. Help brighten up the indoors by gifting a plant. A pilea, also known as a friendship plant,

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is a great choice as it’s pet-friendly and easy to care for. Plus, they send up shoots that can be separated and shared.

Or premix the dry ingredients for your favourite cookie or brownie recipe and share in a decorative container.

get creative

repurpose treasures

Rather than buying something your recipient may not really want or need, give a gift from the heart by making them something.

Tap into your personal creative side. If your hobby is stitching or painting, give the gift of art. Maybe you’re a budding chef. In that case, whip up a bulk batch of soup or chili and put it in freezable containers for a readymade meal.

The term regifting has a bad rap.

To some it might mean getting rid of something not worth keeping.

But rather than buying someone something new, you can find something in your home that you’ve previously enjoyed – say, a favourite book – and wrap it up with a little note explaining why it was so important to you that you wanted to share it.

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share the wealth

A “green” gift that also supports the work of charities can be very meaningful for the recipient and the charity. For example, beekeeping kits for $60 and beehives for $100 from World Vision’s gift catalogue provide honey for families to use or to sell or trade in a sustainable small business to support themselves. The bees also pollinate vegetation to help the local ecosystem thrive.

Find more options for green, sustainable gifts supporting those in need at worldvision.ca/gift. ■ — News Canada December 8–22, 2023

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hether or not to relocate can be a difficult decision.

Sometimes such decisions are borne out of necessity when a parent is relocated by his or her company.

Other times it is a personal reason to try out a new neighborhood or upgrade to a larger home.

Whatever reason is behind a move, it can take some time to adjust to both the idea of moving and the new living space – especially for children who may seem disconnected from the decision. The following tips can make the transition a little easier for families.

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talk about it

Do not blindside children with a move. Begin having conversations as a family as soon as the possibility of moving arises. Involve the children in some of the decisions. Ask about the features they want to see in their new home. Talk about the reasons for the move, such as a new job or that the family has outgrown the space.

Kids can process much more than many adults give them credit for.

discuss any concerns

Children may have concerns about the move that differ from

adults’. Many of these may pertain to fears about making new friends or coursework at a new school. Let them voice their opinions. Removing some of the mysteries by visiting schools or local hangouts before the move is made can assuage some fears.

create some familiarity

Set aside boxes or bins that will house kids’ toys or things that the family recognizes. These may include photographs, games, throw blankets, or the creature comforts of home. Make these the first items

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that are unpacked upon moving into the new house.

stay in touch

Encourage children to stay in touch with their current friends. Video chat enables kids to see and speak with peers. When things settle after the move, arrange for a surprise play date where children can introduce their old friends to newer ones.

stick to a routine

One of the ways to breed familiarity is to stick to the same routine. If a big Sunday family dinner was the

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norm, continue the tradition in your new home. Wake in the morning and go to bed at the same time. According to Vanessa Lapointe, a registered psychologist in Surrey, British Columbia, structure and routine are key for children. Try to focus on one new thing at a time to minimize stress.

Moving can be exciting and scary at the same time. Children may be anxious about the process, but families can work together to iron out the kinks and settle into their news homes successfully. ■ – Metro Creative

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5 tips

to look and feel your best this holiday season

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he holidays are meant to be a time of joy and merriment for many of us. Whatever you celebrate, from Hannukah, to Christmas, to the Winter Solstice, here are some tips to help you enjoy them to the fullest.

embrace the spirit of the season

Even if you’re more of a natural grinch than one of Santa’s elves, leaning into the festive season can help you appreciate small joys – which in turn could improve your mental health. Getting involved with your family and your neighbourhood can help you feel more connected to others too. By building a gingerbread house with the grandkids, spearheading a secret Santa gift exchange at work or doing a charity clothing drive, you can warm hearts at home and in your community.

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choose a go-to outfit you feel great in

Uncomfortable clothing can quickly ruin what should be a good time.

Instead of scrambling to find a decent fit right before the occasion, go through your closet a few weeks beforehand and put together at least one look you feel confident in. This could be like something of a uniform for seasonal celebrations to come – knowing you’ve got this look in your back pocket can eliminate a major source of stress and leave you feeling great even at a last-minute event.

be kind to yourself

It’s easy to overextend yourself with parties, festive dinners, gift shopping, children’s recitals and more all demanding attention at this time of year. So, make sure you set aside time to let your mind and body rest and recharge in positive ways.

Try reading a book, playing with your dog or talking to a friend. Don’t give yourself too hard a time if things don’t go quite according to plan.

aim for moderation

The holiday season can be extra hectic, making it easy to let your otherwise average or healthy eating habits slide and then feel sluggish or moody as a result. But, even if we indulge in more sweet treats than usual, it’s always a good idea to strive for balance. So don’t forget about your fruits and veggies and try to keep a short-list of easy,

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pantry-based meals on hand for nights when you’re at risk of chowing down on cookies, chocolates and chips for dinner – your body will thank you later.

quit smoking

If you smoke cigarettes, quitting is the best thing you can do for your health and well-being. Health Canada says that your blood pressure can start to improve within twenty minutes of your last cigarette, your risk of heart attack begins to drop in 24 hours and you can breathe more easily about two weeks later. While you may face with-

drawal symptoms for a few weeks, the benefits and stress-relief of no longer smoking can last much longer.

There are many methods when it comes to quitting smoking, from going cold turkey, to using nicotine replacement therapy or trying group counselling. There are also other ways to quit you may not have considered. Overall, setting a date and making a plan can make the whole thing easier to follow through with.

Find information, tools and other support to help you be smoke-free at canada.ca/quit-smoking. ■

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Even if you’re more of a natural grinch than one of Santa’s elves, leaning into the festive season can help you appreciate small joys – which in turn could improve your mental health.

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where to find

mental health support this holiday season

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ew things fill the heart like the knowledge that someone else cares about how you’re feeling and doing.

But many of us feel our stress and anxiety intensify during the holiday season. Some of us have experienced loss that is magnified this time of year, or we come to this season exhausted or dreading the busyness ahead.

During this often pressure-filled time, how can we guard our own mental health, while looking out for others?

Here are five suggestions:

get your steps in

While exercise may be the last thing you feel like doing, just 15 min-

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utes of aerobic exercise is said to have a profound effect on your mood.

find the right support

211 is the Government of Canada’s 24/7 hotline that provides free access to a mental-health professional. It can also connect you with resources in your community.

confide in someone

Trust a friend, neighbour, co-worker or family member with how you’re doing. Let them know you would welcome an invite for coffee or a chat on Zoom, on the phone or in person.

help others

Doing something for others in need can help us feel like we’re making

a purposeful difference – especially when it comes to children. The World Vision gift catalogue is a way to help provide children struggling in conflict zones or due to climate disasters with access to safe spaces, psychosocial support and other resources to support their mental health.

lean into gratitude

Even in the darkest times, we can find things and people to be thankful for that help us keep going. Bringing loved ones together and thanking them for kind gestures can improve the mental health and well-being of everyone.

Find more information about the gift catalogue at worldvision.ca/give.

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the show stopper dessert

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his classic dessert is sure to be a conversation piece in your holiday dinner. The sugared cranberries are a pretty garnish and take this cake to the next level.

“A classic Bûche de Noël, or French yule log cake, is one of the most impressive holiday desserts you can make,” says Michelle Pennock,

executive chef for President’s Choice test kitchen.

“The key to rolling the sponge cake without having it crack is to keep it moist, so be sure to cover it with a damp towel as directed once it comes out of the oven and use the towel to guide the cake as you roll it. Don’t be concerned if the cake cracks a little –

you can cover it up with the hazelnut frosting.”

Use jelly roll pans, which are smaller and taller versions of baking sheets and are perfect for making both rolled and slab cakes, as well as roasting smaller batches of vegetables and nuts. ■ — News Canada

Chocolate Hazelnut Bûche de Noël Prep time: 50 minutes

Total time: 10 minutes

Ingredients: • 1 ¼ cup (300 mL) chopped 70% cocoa solids dark chocolate • 5 large eggs, yolks and whites separated

Serves: 14

• ½ cup (125 mL) granulated sugar • ½ tsp (2 mL) salt • 1 tbsp (15 mL) cocoa powder • 1 jar (375 g) crunchy hazelnut spread, divided

Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line 15 x 10-inch (38 x 25 cm) metal jelly roll pan with parchment paper; mist with cooking spray. Set aside.

2. Place chocolate in microwave-safe bowl. Microwave 20 seconds, then stir and repeat until melted; 1 to 1 ½ minutes total. Stir until smooth. Let cool slightly.

3. Beat together egg yolks, sugar and salt in large bowl using electric hand mixer until pale yellow. Beat in melted chocolate until smooth. Set aside.

4. Beat egg whites in separate large bowl using electric hand mixer until soft peaks form. Fold a quarter of egg whites into chocolate mixture using rubber spatula; fold in remaining egg whites. Transfer to prepared pan, spreading evenly and smoothing top.

5. Bake until cake springs back when lightly touched in centre; about 10 minutes. Run paring knife around edges of cake to loosen. Cover cake with clean damp kitchen towel; let cool completely.

6. Arrange same damp towel on work surface with long side facing you; dust with cocoa powder. Carefully invert cake onto towel with long side facing you; remove pan and gently peel off parchment. Trim edges of cake. Set aside.

• 2 cups (500 mL) mascarpone cheese, drained and at room temperature • Sugared cranberries (optional) • Fresh mint (optional)

7. Stir ½ cup hazelnut spread with mascarpone in separate large bowl until well combined. Spread over surface of cake. Beginning at long side closest to you and lifting and guiding cake with towel, roll up cake lengthwise. Arrange, seam-side down, on work surface.

8. Diagonally slice 5-inch (13 cm) long piece off one end of cake. Arrange longer piece of cake on serving platter; place cut end of short piece adjacent to long piece to make a “Y” shape. Spread remaining hazelnut spread all over cake. Refrigerate uncovered until hazelnut spread is set; about 1 hour or up to 24 hours.

9 Let stand at room temperature for 15 minutes. If using, top with sugared cranberries and mint.

Chef’s tip: To make sugared cranberries, bring ½ cup each granulated sugar and water to a boil in small saucepan; cook, stirring, until sugar dissolves. Add 1 cup frozen cranberries; simmer 1 minute. Pour cranberries and liquid into bowl or liquid measure; refrigerate 1 hour.

Strain cranberries; transfer to small baking dish or rimmed baking sheet. Sprinkle with ½ cup granulated sugar; toss to coat. Spread in single layer; let stand uncovered at room temperature for three hours or up to 24 hours.

Nutritional information per serving: calories 430, fat 31 g (15 g of which is saturated), sodium 160 mg, carbohydrate 31 g, fibre 0 g, sugars 26 g, protein 7 g.

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how to pack safely

BY CHUCK RESNICK

When it comes to moving, a little common sense goes a long way in transporting your belongings to your destination so that they arrive in good shape and on time.

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onsidering the importance our “stuff” has in making us feel comfortable in our surroundings, these items deserve special thought and care. Thinking ahead is the best thing you can do when it comes to making arrangements, packing, etc.

Organization should be your mantra, efficiency your goal.

If you are doing the packing, look ahead to lifting, stacking and unpacking the boxes during your move. People often run to the grocery or liquor store to pick up cartons, and then use newspaper as cushioning. Although this approach can save you a few dollars, in the long run, you may pay for it in stress, time and broken items.

Common sense dictates that heavier items be packed in smaller boxes, and vice versa.

Instead, think about purchasing cartons and packing paper from the professional mover you’ve chosen.

The boxes come in uniform small, medium and large sizes, which are easy to stack in a moving truck or van. Trust me, this convenience is huge on moving day. Unlike newspaper, packing paper does not leave behind ink that then has to be cleaned during an already hectic time in your life.

During the packing itself, be generous with whatever you are using to

cushion your things, especially fragile items. People often cram too much in each box in an attempt to keep the number of cartons down. As good as that sounds, it can backfire, as too many items with not enough cushioning may shift during transportation and damage each other. In addition, someone will have to lift each box and place it into the moving vehicle.

Packing too many heavy items into one container can result in no one being able to pick it up, or worse yet, the box breaking from the weight. Common sense dictates that heavier items be packed in smaller boxes, and vice versa. And did I mention labeling?

Again, a little common sense goes a long way to success at the other end.

When you pack the moving vehicle, remember to place the boxes you’ll need first, last—and label accordingly with the contents and which room it goes into. Even better, if you are driving to your next residence, place things such as garbage bags,

tissues, dish liquid, etc. into the car.

You should also carry valuables such as jewelry, your laptop, important papers and the like separately from the bulk of your items.

Another way to apply common sense to packing is to look at each item with the thought, do I really need or use this? Especially if you are moving from a house into a condominium suite or apartment, paring down possessions is important. The fewer things you move, the less your move will cost in terms of time and money.

And speaking of money, if your budget allows, hire movers to do your packing and transporting. We do this every day, and we have it all down to an efficient system. Professional movers want our moves to go smoothly as much as our clients do.

Everyone is born with common sense, but few use it. If you are planning a move, I encourage you to be one of those savvy few! Visit www.twomen.ca for a location near you. ■

Chuck Resnick is vice-president, marketing and operations at Two Men and A Truck – Canada®.

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renters, cover your assets

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f you’re renting, you may not realize that your landlord’s insurance policy won’t cover your property and personal belongings if a fire or other damaging incident happens. Only tenant insurance can do that.

To make sure you’re covered, you’ll need a policy that suits your

your landlord’s insurance policy won’t cover your property and personal belongings if a fire or other damaging incident happens

unique needs. Here’s what you should keep in mind if you’re buying tenant insurance:

you’re worth more than you think

Many people underestimate the value of their belongings, sometimes thinking they don’t need to insure them at all. To understand the true value of your possessions, start by taking inventory of everything you own. Their costs will add up quickly.

know what you need covered

Not every insurance policy is the same, and getting the wrong policy

could leave you exposed. For example, a policy that covers flooding or water damage or insures your bicycle may be a priority. Most insurance providers make it very easy to understand what’s covered and what’s not and will help you navigate your needs.

subletting doesn’t let you off the hook

Even if you are subletting instead of renting, you still need to ensure your belongings are insured. That could mean getting your own policy or being added to the original tenant’s policy; speaking with an insurance provider can help you figure that out. ■ — News Canada

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