Murray Hofstetter
145 West Street N L3V 5C4 Orillia, ON, Canada

Life Insurance shouldn’t be one size fits all; but it’s not always easy to know which coverage is right for you which is why I’m here! Contact me today and I’ll help you find the right coverage that meets you and your family’s unique needs.

If you're finding that you're forgetting things more easily right now and that projects are taking longer than they used to, it could be brain fog brought on by the stress of the pandemic. Here's what you need to know about it, and some great tips for managing it at home and at work. https://www.cbc.ca//kitc/brain-fog-jennifer-moss-1.5920856

There are a lot of possible reasons why your car may not start - the good news is that some of them are easy to diagnose and fix yourself. Here are some things to try when your car won't start. https://www.readersdigest.ca//what-do-when-your-car-wont-/

Moving in with your significant other is a big life step, if you're moving into a rental unit, you should do some preparation before hand to make the move go as smoothly as possible. Here's what the experts recommend: https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/moving-in-together-realtor

Happy Victoria Day! Did you know that Queen Victoria was the longest sitting sovereign in history? She reigned for 63 years 216 days! Now that's a reason to celebrate!

One of the most interesting real estate trends over the past year has been the increase in multi-generational homes. Whether it's for safety or for reasons like built-in childcare help, more Canadians are having their parents move in with them. This video has more on how the pandemic has dramatically changed Canada's real estate markets: https://www.marilyn.ca//How-the-pandemic-has-changed-the-r

To take control of your financial future, you need to be able to talk the talk. This video explains 10 financial terms that you need to know right now: https://www.cityline.tv/2021//10/financial-terms-need-know/

Vacation rentals are really popular right now - and renovating your rental property so that it's more appealing is usually a good investment - as long as you do renovations renters are looking for. If you've got a rental property in need of a renovation, read this to learn about the renovations that add value to rental properties: https://www.hgtv.ca//remodeling-trends-2021-rental-1945927/

Buying a house that isn't even built yet may seem like a big risk - but if you do your research, it can end up being a great investment. Here's the scoop on pre-construction houses.

If you want to build your dream home from the ground up, you'll need to buy land first. It can be intimidating to purchase a parcel of land, but these tips will help you make a smart purchase: https://www.hgtv.ca//photos/need-to-know-before-buy-land-/

Many people believe that young children can't have environmental allergies but the fact is that kids can start showing pollen allergies as young as 2 years old! How many of these other common allergy myths did you believe? https://www.allergicliving.com//6-spring-allergy-myths-fr/

Victory gardens are popular again this spring as Canadians are trying to grow more of their produce at home. Here's what you need to do to get started on your own victory garden: https://more.ctv.ca//how-to-grow-your-own-victory-garden-a

Happy Mother's Day! Did you know that the average North American consumer buys 2.8 Mother's Day cards - so the mother's day love is being shared beyond just our moms!

Now that electric cars are becoming more common, we're starting to see more types of electric vehicles. Electric boats are a greener way to enjoy life on the water - read this to learn more: https://cottagelife.com//are-you-dreaming-of-an-electric-/

Patching is the most inexpensive way to repair a tire but it's not always an option. If you want to learn when a tire can be patched and when it needs to be replaced, read this: https://driving.ca//your-corner-wrench-why-cant-that-tire-

Happy Family Day! Whatever your plans are for today, whether it's an outdoor adventure or staying inside and keeping warm, we hope you enjoy your long weekend!

If your oven is looking worse for wear after all the holiday baking and cooking, have no fear and step away from the harsh chemicals. Here's how to deep clean your oven with baking soda: https://www.marthastewart.com/1062857/how-clean-oven

Your physical and financial well-being are more closely linked than you think. Watch this powerful video from Desjardins Group about the importance of financial empowerment - and get in touch with me today to talk about how you can prepare for what you can't predict.

Going off the grid in a remote location is a dream of many cottagers sick of busy lakes and noisy neighbours. Before you take the plunge, here’s what you need to know about emergency preparedness for remote cottages. https://cottagelife.com//cottage-qa-emergency-preparednes/

Screen time has been a sanity saver for many people during the pandemic, but spending too much time staring at screens can cause digital eyestrain. For more info on how to reduce or prevent digital eyestrain, watch this: https://www.cityline.tv//how-to-reverse-the-strain-on-you/

Just because it's cold outside doesn't mean you have to stay inside. As the adage goes, "there's no bad weather, just bad clothing" - here's how to dress right for the cold: https://cottagelife.com//do-you-dress-for-cold-weather-th/

Whether it's kids doing remote learning, homework, or for adults working from home, creating a productivity zone in your house is a great way to separate work life from leisure time. This video explains everything you need to know to create your own: https://www.cityline.tv//how-to-create-a-productivity-zon/

Why not insure and finance your vehicle all under one roof? It’s just one more way I keep things simple for you. Get in touch to learn more today.

My team and I would like to wish you all the best this holiday season. May you find joy in the little things and know that we are here to support you!