Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd. Unit 106-2565 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P4
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You know you need insurance, but what’s the best way to get it?
You could try speaking directly to an insurance company, but most don’t work with consumers directly. (And the ones that do will almost certainly try to sell you on their policies—even if those policies don’t align with your needs or budget!)
You could try shopping around between companies yourself, too. But insurance policies can be complex to understand. So you could easily miss important details (or make costly mistakes).
To get the right coverage at a price you’re comfortable with, you need unbiased advice from someone who understands the insurance industry and cares about you as an individual. In other words, you need an Insurance Broker!
As Brokers, we represent you—not the insurance companies. So it’s our job to find you the best coverage for your unique lifestyle at the most affordable price. If you need insurance, you need an Insurance Broker. And in this post, we explain all the reasons why.
An insurance broker is someone licensed to sell insurance, and who does so as an intermediary—on behalf of their clients. We sell, solicit, and negotiate insurance policies with multiple insurance companies in order to best serve our clients.
As Insurance brokers, we have access to a wide range of products, coverage options, and prices. This lets us shop around and compare different options, so we can get you the best possible coverage at the most affordable price.
When you work with a broker (like one of our Insurance Advisors), you’re working with someone who knows what they’re doing and who will do all the legwork, ensuring they’re getting you the best coverage to meet your needs. We’ll advocate for you with an insurance company—both when you’re shopping for a policy and when the time comes for you to file a claim.
The primary difference between an insurance broker and an insurance agent is who they represent. Both brokers and agents are licensed to sell insurance products, but a broker represents their clients, so they can work with a variety of different insurance companies, whereas an agent represents only one insurance company.
Insurance companies provide the actual insurance policies people buy, but they don’t typically work directly with consumers. And, when they do, they may be biased because they want to see you on their policies.
Insurance Brokers are kind of like the bridge between the insurance companies and you. We know the ins and outs of the companies and how to ask the right questions and find coverage that is unique to your specific situation – we represent you and your best interests.
There are tons of advantages to using an insurance broker!
At the end of the day, as a client, you can feel good knowing that your broker has your back.
In most cases, you do technically “have to” work with an insurance broker, because there aren’t many insurance companies that work directly with consumers. But, it’s not just a “have to”—you should want to, too!
Securing insurance coverage can be confusing! With so many insurance companies, policies, and coverage options out there, it’s almost impossible to navigate on your own—which is exactly what drives so many Canadians to work with insurance brokers each year.
Another reason to use an Insurance Broker? Insurance policies form legal documents, so working with a professional who knows the ins and outs of that—and can make sure you’re getting the coverage you need—is essential. The last thing you want to do is find out how good or bad your coverage is AFTER a claim has happened. (When you could be in for a big, bad surprise!)
It’s not so much that insurance is cheaper through a broker—it’s that, in most cases, insurance is only available through a broker. Most of the insurance products brokers sell (for example, property insurance policies) aren’t available in a direct-to-consumer model yet. So there aren’t many other options than to use a broker!
But while we don’t make the plans we have access to cheaper, as Brokers, we understand the ins and outs of insurance policies very well. And we use what we know to save you money! Your Broker can help you take advantage of discounts and shop around to find you the best deal—all in the name of making your insurance as affordable as possible based on your individualized needs.
Mostly, yes! At Winnipeg Insurance Brokers, we handle auto insurance, property insurance, travel insurance, commercial insurance, and personal health insurance policies. We also have a licensed Life Insurance Advisor to take care of your Life, Disability, Critical Illness, and mortgage insurance needs.
We can also help you determine the best insurance for your needs, regardless of your situation. If you’re a young adult looking to get your own insurance for the first time and not sure where to start, check out our Young Adult Resource page.
Here we list all the different types of insurance policies you may want to consider and why they may– or may not– offer the right coverage for you.
Yes, brokers can work with and advocate for you when it comes time to file a claim. As a client, your broker can provide you with information and put you in touch with the claims department of your insurance company. They will also follow up with you, and provide as much advocacy as they can as your claim advances.
However, it’s important to note that insurance brokers are not the ones who will decide whether or not your claim is paid. That decision lies solely with the insurance company itself, and it’s subject to that company’s policy guidelines.
The role of an insurance broker is similar at most brokerages, but that doesn’t mean every broker — or every brokerage — is the same. Your insurance broker could be by your side through tough times that require filing insurance claims, so the qualities you would look for in any trusted relationship apply here.
We recommend looking for a brokerage that:
You may also want to find a brokerage that represents a multitude of insurance companies so that they can provide you with the most competitive options.
At Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd, we call our brokers Insurance Consultants, because they’re here to support you and consult with you on the insurance you need for every stage of life. We’ll work with you to determine your unique needs and provide recommendations and consultation on what’s best for you. Read up on our vision, values, and why to see if we might be the right fit for your needs.
Already sold on us? That’s great! Whenever you’re ready, feel free to get in touch. Together, we’ll get the ball rolling, and get you the insurance coverage you need
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We are committed to the communities where we live and work, and we demonstrate our commitment by taking part in sponsorship and volunteer programs.
Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd. Unit 106-2565 Portage Avenue, Winnipeg, MB R3J 0P4
Winnipeg Insurance Brokers Ltd. serves our clients and operates on Treaty One land; homeland of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Ojibway, Dakota, and Dene Peoples, and the homeland of the Red River Metis. Our drinking water comes from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation, in Treaty Three territory. We respect the treaties, the land, and the water that sustain us.