CAIB 2 — Personal Insurance Cheat Sheet

Last revised: September 28, 2026

Compact CAIB 2 Cheat sheet for Insurance Brokers Association of Canada personal lines review: habitational, auto, liability, claims, underwriting, and exam traps.

Use the tables for a quick pre-exam check. Expand a topic’s notes for explanations, examples, and additional distinctions.

Scope and study context

CAIB 2 is generally tested through applied personal-lines insurance scenarios. Expect questions that require you to select the right form, identify coverage gaps, apply policy conditions, recognize underwriting concerns, and explain claims outcomes. Provincial forms, statutory wording, auto systems, and endorsement numbers can vary, so use this as a compact review aid alongside your official course materials.

Personal Lines Map

Area	Main exposure	Typical product or section	High-yield exam focus
Homeowners	Owner-occupied dwelling, contents, personal liability	Homeowners package	Form selection, named vs open perils, exclusions, special limits, replacement cost
Tenants	Renter’s contents, additional living expense, personal liability	Tenants package	No building coverage, tenant improvements, liability to landlord/others
Condominium unit owners	Contents, unit improvements, assessments, personal liability	Condo unit owners package	Condo corporation vs unit owner policy, loss assessment, deductible assessment
Rented dwellings	Landlord’s building, rental income, premises liability	Dwelling rented to others	Not a homeowners form; tenant’s property excluded
Seasonal/secondary residences	Less frequently occupied dwelling	Seasonal or secondary dwelling form	Theft, water, vacancy, heating, occupancy limitations
Personal auto	Liability, accident benefits, physical damage	Provincial owner’s auto policy plus endorsements	Mandatory vs optional coverages, physical damage perils, use and driver disclosure
Personal liability umbrella	Catastrophic personal liability	Umbrella or excess liability	Underlying limits, drop-down, exclusions
Pleasure craft	Boat hull, equipment, trailer, liability	Watercraft or marine policy	Navigation limits, lay-up warranties, operator/use restrictions
Travel	Emergency medical, cancellation, baggage	Travel insurance	Pre-existing conditions, stability, trip purpose, exclusions

Residential Form Selection

Use the client’s relationship to the property first, then refine for occupancy and special exposures.

    flowchart TD
	    A[Client needs residential coverage] --> B{Does client own and occupy the dwelling?}
	    B -->|Yes| C[Homeowners form]
	    B -->|No| D{Does client rent the dwelling as tenant?}
	    D -->|Yes| E[Tenants package]
	    D -->|No| F{Does client own a condo unit?}
	    F -->|Yes| G[Condo unit owners form]
	    F -->|No| H{Does client own property rented to others?}
	    H -->|Yes| I[Rented dwelling / landlord form]
	    H -->|No| J{Seasonal, vacant, under renovation, mobile, or unusual use?}
	    J -->|Yes| K[Specialized form or endorsement]
	    J -->|No| L[Recheck insurable interest and occupancy]

Notes and examples

Client situation	Usually consider	Do not overlook
Owns and lives in house	Homeowners comprehensive, broad, or named perils form	Mortgage clause, home-based business, detached structures, water endorsements
Rents apartment	Tenants package	Additional living expense, tenant improvements, personal liability
Owns condo unit	Condo unit owners form	Improvements/betterments, loss assessment, condo deductible assessment, corporation bylaws
Owns house rented to others	Rented dwelling form	Rental income, landlord’s contents, premises liability, vacancy between tenants
Cottage used seasonally	Seasonal dwelling form or extension	Theft restrictions, heating, water shut-off, road access, detached structures
Vacant home	Vacancy permit or special market	Standard policy vacancy exclusions and material change reporting
Home under major renovation	Renovation endorsement or builder’s risk-style solution	Increased fire/theft/water hazard, contractor insurance, occupancy change
Short-term rental or home sharing	Personal policy endorsement or commercial/specialty product	Business-use exclusion, liability to guests, theft by guests

Habitational Coverage Structure

Coverage area	What it usually protects	Exam distinction
Dwelling building	House, attached structures, permanently installed fixtures	Replacement cost depends on conditions and adequate limit
Detached private structures	Garage, shed, fences, other private-use structures	Business/farming use may be limited or excluded
Personal property	Contents owned, worn, or used by insureds	Special limits apply to high-theft or high-value classes
Additional living expense	Increased costs to maintain normal standard of living after insured loss	Triggered by insured damage, not inconvenience alone
Fair rental value	Lost rent from part rented to others after insured loss	Subject to policy wording and insured peril
Personal liability	Legal liability for bodily injury or property damage to others	Not a substitute for auto, business, professional, or intentional acts coverage
Voluntary medical payments	Limited medical payments without proving legal liability	Not the same as liability damages
Voluntary property damage	Limited payment for damage caused to others’ property without legal liability	Often useful for goodwill but limited by wording

Residential Policy Forms: Peril Basis

Form type	Dwelling coverage	Personal property coverage	Best shorthand	Common trap
Comprehensive	Open perils, subject to exclusions	Open perils, subject to exclusions	Broadest standard homeowners form	“All risks” does not mean every possible loss
Broad	Open perils on dwelling	Named perils on contents	Hybrid form	Contents are not on the same basis as the building
Basic / Named perils	Named perils only	Named perils only	Limited coverage	Loss must fit an insured peril
Tenants	Usually contents, ALE, liability	Per form wording	Renter’s package	No coverage for landlord’s building
Condo unit owners	Contents, unit improvements, assessments, liability	Per form wording	Complements condo corporation policy	Corporation policy does not cover all unit-owner exposures
Rented dwelling	Landlord’s building and rental exposure	Limited landlord contents if included	Landlord property form	Tenant must insure their own property

Notes and examples

Named Perils vs Open Perils

Concept	Meaning	Exam wording clue
Named perils	Policy covers only listed causes of loss	“Is this peril named?”
Open perils	Policy covers direct physical loss unless excluded	“Is this loss excluded?”
Direct physical loss	Tangible damage to insured property	Pure financial loss usually needs separate coverage
Fortuity	Insurance responds to accidental, uncertain events	Wear, tear, maintenance, gradual deterioration are not fortuitous
Proximate cause	Dominant effective cause of loss	Used when multiple events contribute

High-Yield Residential Exclusions and Limitations

Exposure	Why it matters	Broker/exam response
Vacancy	Vacant property has increased theft, vandalism, water, and fire risk	Identify vacancy definition and permit/endorsement need
Unoccupancy	Temporarily away but intending to return	Less severe than vacancy, but heating/water conditions may apply
Sewer backup	Often excluded or limited unless endorsed	Offer/confirm endorsement where available
Overland water/flood	Standard coverage may exclude or require separate endorsement	Distinguish sewer backup, surface water, flood, groundwater
Earthquake	Usually excluded unless endorsed	Review deductible, masonry, contents, ALE treatment
Wear and tear	Maintenance issue, not sudden accidental loss	Explain non-fortuitous loss
Faulty workmanship/design	Often excluded, but resulting damage may be treated differently	Separate cost to correct defect from resulting insured damage
Intentional or criminal acts	Insurance does not reward deliberate loss	Watch for innocent co-insured wording issues
Business use	Personal policies are limited for business property and liability	Endorse or place commercial coverage
Short-term rental	May be treated as business or material change	Disclose and obtain proper form
High-value property	Jewelry, watches, collectibles, bicycles, money, securities, watercraft may be limited	Schedule articles or use floater
Motorized vehicles	Property and liability coverage usually limited	Auto, recreational vehicle, or specialty policy needed
Animals	Property value and liability issues may be limited/excluded	Disclose breeds, bite history, business use
Pollution/contamination	Usually excluded or tightly limited	Do not assume cleanup is covered
Data/electronic media	Physical device vs data value distinction	Confirm cyber/data limitations

Property Valuation and Settlement

Core Valuation Terms

Term	Practical meaning	Exam trap
Replacement cost	Cost to repair or replace with like kind and quality, without depreciation if conditions met	Usually requires actual repair/replacement
Actual cash value	Value after depreciation or other valuation factors	Not the same as original purchase price
Market value	Real estate sale value including land/location	Not the correct basis for rebuilding insurance
Stated amount	Agreed or stated limit, subject to wording	Not always a valued policy guarantee
Functional replacement cost	Replaces with functionally equivalent modern materials/design	Useful for older or obsolete construction
Guaranteed replacement cost	May exceed stated limit if policy conditions are met	Conditions and exclusions are critical
Deductible	Insured’s retained amount per loss or occurrence	Applies before or after some limits depending on wording
Special limit	Sub-limit for a class of property	Scheduling may be needed even when total contents limit is high

Notes and examples

Co-insurance / Insurance-to-Value Formula

Co-insurance or replacement-cost conditions test whether the insured carried enough insurance compared with required value.

\[ \text{Required Insurance} = \text{Replacement Cost Value} \times \text{Required Percentage} \]\[ \text{Recovery Before Deductible} = \min\left( \frac{\text{Insurance Carried}}{\text{Required Insurance}} \times \text{Loss}, \text{Policy Limit}, \text{Loss} \right) \]\[ \text{Final Payment} = \max(\text{Recovery Before Deductible} - \text{Deductible}, 0) \]

Scenario clue	Likely issue
Dwelling insured below reconstruction cost	Possible replacement cost or co-insurance penalty
Client uses tax assessment or market price as limit	Underinsurance risk
Older home with unique features	Functional replacement or appraisal issue
Contents not replaced	ACV may apply until replacement
Pair or set damaged	Settlement may consider reduced value of pair/set, subject to wording
Obsolete materials	Like kind and quality vs modern equivalent issue

Special Residential Situations

Condominium Unit Owners

Exposure	Condo corporation policy	Unit owner policy
Building shell/common elements	Usually primary	May respond only in limited or contingent ways
Standard unit components	Defined by bylaws/standard unit description	Unit owner may need coverage for upgrades beyond standard
Improvements and betterments	Usually not fully covered by corporation	Key unit-owner coverage
Personal property	No	Yes
Personal liability	Corporation has its own liability	Unit owner needs personal liability
Loss assessment	Corporation may assess owners after covered loss or liability	Unit policy may cover eligible assessments
Corporation deductible assessment	Corporation may pass deductible to unit owner	Unit policy may need specific deductible assessment coverage
Additional living expense	Corporation policy generally not enough for unit owner	Unit owner policy usually needed

Notes and examples

Tenants

Exposure	Coverage point
Tenant’s personal property	Covered under tenants package, not landlord policy
Additional living expense	Important after insured loss makes unit unfit
Tenant improvements	Improvements made or paid for by tenant may need coverage
Liability to third parties	Personal liability section responds if legally liable and not excluded
Damage to rented premises	Review tenant legal liability/property damage wording
Roommates	Each may need own policy unless specifically insured

Rented Dwellings and Landlords

Exposure	Coverage point
Building	Insured by landlord under rented dwelling form
Tenant contents	Not covered by landlord
Rental income	Fair rental value/rental income coverage may be needed
Premises liability	Landlord needs liability for property ownership
Vacancy between tenants	Report material change and check vacancy wording
Illegal activities by tenant	Underwriting and coverage concern
Multiple units/boarders	May change eligibility and rating

Personal Liability Cheat Sheet

Liability concept	Meaning	Exam focus
Bodily injury	Injury, sickness, disease, or death of a third party	Must fit policy definition
Property damage	Damage to or loss of use of tangible property	Damage to property owned by insured is not third-party liability
Occurrence	Accident or continuous/repeated exposure causing injury/damage	Timing affects which policy responds
Legal liability	Insured must be legally responsible	Voluntary payments are different
Defence costs	Insurer may defend covered suits	Defence may be in addition to or within limits depending on wording
Intentional acts	Expected or intended injury/damage excluded	Negligence vs intentional harm matters
Business liability	Usually excluded or limited	Home business endorsement/commercial CGL may be needed
Auto liability	Excluded from homeowners liability	Auto policy responds
Watercraft liability	Limited by size, horsepower, ownership, or use	Separate watercraft policy may be required
Professional liability	Excluded from personal liability	E&O/professional policy needed

Notes and examples

Liability Coverage Flow

    flowchart TD
	    A[Third party suffers injury or property damage] --> B{Is an insured legally liable?}
	    B -- No --> C[No liability payment, though voluntary payment coverage may be considered]
	    B -- Yes --> D{Does the claim fall within personal liability insuring agreement?}
	    D -- No --> E[No coverage under that section]
	    D -- Yes --> F{Does an exclusion apply?}
	    F -- Yes --> G[Coverage denied or restricted]
	    F -- No --> H[Defence and indemnity subject to policy terms and limits]

Common Personal Liability Exclusions or Limitations

Exposure	Why It May Be Restricted
Intentional injury or damage	Insurance is not designed for deliberate harm
Business activities	Requires business or commercial coverage
Professional services	Professional liability exposure
Ownership/use of automobiles	Handled under auto insurance, subject to wording
Watercraft/recreational vehicles	Size, horsepower, ownership, and use restrictions
Damage to property owned by insured	Liability is for third-party loss, not first-party property
Injury to insureds or household members	May be excluded or restricted
Contractual liability	Liability assumed by contract may exceed common law liability
Premises not insured under the policy	Owned/rented locations may require separate coverage

Voluntary Payments vs Legal Liability

Feature	Legal Liability	Voluntary Payment
Fault required?	Yes, generally based on legal liability	Usually no, within narrow wording
Purpose	Protect insured against claims by others	Small goodwill/no-fault payments
Limit	Liability limit	Lower sublimit
Example	Insured negligently damages neighbour’s property	Guest medical expense under limited conditions

Candidate mistake: Treating voluntary payments as proof that the insured was legally liable.

Personal Auto Coverage

Auto insurance is highly province-specific. For CAIB 2, focus on the function of each coverage and the effect of disclosed vehicle use, drivers, ownership, and endorsements.

Core Auto Coverages

Coverage	What it does	Key distinction
Third party liability	Pays sums the insured is legally liable to pay for bodily injury or property damage arising from automobile use	Limits matter; personal umbrella may require minimum underlying limits
Accident benefits / no-fault benefits	Pays defined benefits to eligible injured persons regardless of fault	Benefits and terminology vary by province
Uninsured automobile	Protects against injury/damage caused by uninsured or unidentified motorists, subject to wording	Not the same as underinsured motorist protection
Direct compensation-property damage	Where applicable, insured claims against own insurer for vehicle damage caused by another motorist	Does not replace collision in every scenario
Collision or upset	Covers damage from collision with another object or upset/rollover	Optional physical damage coverage
Comprehensive	Covers non-collision physical damage per wording, such as theft, fire, vandalism, glass, wind, hail	Broader than specified perils but excludes collision/upset
Specified perils	Covers only listed physical damage perils	Narrower than comprehensive
All perils	Combines collision/upset and comprehensive-style protection, subject to exclusions	Still not “everything”; exclusions apply

Notes and examples

Auto Physical Damage Peril Comparison

Loss example	Collision/upset	Comprehensive	Specified perils	All perils
Vehicle hits another car	Usually yes	No	No	Usually yes
Vehicle rolls over	Usually yes	No	No	Usually yes
Theft of vehicle	No	Usually yes	Usually yes	Usually yes
Fire	No	Usually yes	Usually yes	Usually yes
Hail or windstorm	No	Usually yes	Usually yes	Usually yes
Vandalism	No	Usually yes	Not always	Usually yes
Glass breakage	Often comprehensive unless caused by collision	Usually yes	Not always	Usually yes
Damage while transported by ferry/train/truck	Depends on wording	Often addressed	Often listed	Usually yes

Auto Underwriting Decision Points

Question to ask	Why it matters
Who owns or leases the vehicle?	Named insured, lessor/lienholder, insurable interest
Who are all regular drivers?	Rating, eligibility, misrepresentation risk
What is the vehicle used for?	Commuting, business, delivery, rideshare, farm, pleasure
Where is it garaged?	Territory, theft, commuting, rating
Any young/new drivers?	Rating, disclosure, occasional vs principal driver
Any modifications?	Value, performance, underwriting acceptability
Any commercial signage/tools/passengers?	Personal auto may be inappropriate
Is the vehicle rented or borrowed?	Non-owned auto endorsement or credit card coverage gaps
Is there travel outside Canada?	Territory and proof of insurance issues
Is replacement cost desired for a new vehicle?	Waiver of depreciation / depreciation protection endorsement

Common Auto Endorsement Functions

Endorsement function	When it is needed
Increased liability limit	Higher exposure or umbrella requirement
Family protection / underinsured motorist	At-fault third party has inadequate insurance
Loss of use	Rental vehicle or transportation after covered physical damage loss
Legal liability for damage to non-owned autos	Renting or borrowing vehicles
Waiver of depreciation	Newer vehicle total or partial loss settlement
Lessor/lienholder protection	Leased or financed vehicle
Permission for business use	Use beyond ordinary personal/commuting
Restricted driver or excluded driver	Underwriting control; must be clearly explained
Ride-sharing/delivery permission	App-based passenger or delivery use; personal policy may exclude

Personal Umbrella Liability

Feature	Exam point
Excess liability	Pays above underlying personal liability or auto liability limits
Underlying insurance requirement	Insured must maintain required primary limits
Drop-down coverage	Some umbrellas may respond to certain claims not covered by underlying policies, subject to self-insured retention
Worldwide personal liability	Often broader territory, but wording controls
Exclusions	Business, professional, intentional, aircraft/watercraft, and auto limitations remain important
Claims-made vs occurrence	Personal umbrellas are commonly occurrence-based, but always read wording
Best candidate	High net worth, high public exposure, rental/secondary properties, young drivers, pools, boats

Pleasure Craft and Travel

Pleasure Craft

Exposure	Coverage point
Hull	Physical damage to boat, motor, equipment
Trailer	May need specific listing or separate coverage
Liability	Protection for injury/damage to others from ownership/use
Navigation territory	Coverage may apply only in specified waters
Lay-up warranty	Boat must be out of use during lay-up period if required
Operators	Age, licensing, experience, and permitted operators matter
Racing/commercial use	Often excluded unless endorsed
Personal effects	May be limited; homeowners overlap is not enough

Notes and examples

Travel Insurance

Coverage	Key distinction
Emergency medical	Covers eligible emergency treatment while travelling
Trip cancellation	Loss before departure for insured reasons
Trip interruption	Loss after trip starts for insured reasons
Baggage/personal effects	Limited, often secondary to other insurance
Accidental death/dismemberment	Fixed benefit, not medical reimbursement
Pre-existing condition exclusion	Stability period and medical history are central
Travel advisory exclusion	Government advisories can affect coverage
High-risk activities	Adventure sports, alcohol/drug involvement, or reckless acts may be excluded

Underwriting and Risk Assessment

COPE for Habitational Risks

COPE factor	What to review	Examples of red flags
Construction	Materials, age, roof, wiring, plumbing, heating	Knob-and-tube/aluminum wiring, old roof, wood stove, oil tank
Occupancy	Who lives there and how used	Vacancy, rooming house, short-term rental, business use
Protection	Fire hydrant, fire hall, alarms, sprinklers	Remote location, no monitored alarms, poor access
Exposure	Nearby hazards and environment	Brush/forest, flood plain, neighbouring commercial risk

Notes and examples

Personal Lines Hazards

Hazard type	Meaning	Example
Physical hazard	Tangible condition increasing chance/severity of loss	Damaged stairs, poor wiring, unfenced pool
Moral hazard	Dishonesty or intent to profit from insurance	Fraudulent claim history
Morale hazard	Carelessness because insurance exists	Failure to maintain heat while away
Legal hazard	Laws or legal environment increasing claim cost	High litigation exposure
Catastrophe hazard	Loss affecting many insureds	Wildfire, windstorm, earthquake, flood

Material Facts to Document

Line	Material facts
Homeowners	Occupancy, renovations, business use, heating, prior losses, mortgagee, alarms, high-value property
Tenants	Address, roommates, contents value, pets, business use, prior losses
Condo	Unit improvements, bylaws, corporation deductible, assessments, parking/storage, rentals
Landlord	Number of units, tenant type, vacancy, rental income, maintenance, prior losses
Auto	Drivers, use, garaging, claims/convictions, ownership, modifications, annual distance
Watercraft	Operator, horsepower, value, navigation, storage, lay-up, racing/commercial use
Travel	Age, health, trip dates, destination, trip cost, pre-existing conditions

Claims Workflow

    flowchart LR
	    A[Loss occurs] --> B[Insured gives prompt notice]
	    B --> C[Protect property and prevent further damage]
	    C --> D[Broker/insurer confirms policy, peril, limits, exclusions]
	    D --> E[Adjuster investigates facts and quantum]
	    E --> F[Proof of loss / documentation]
	    F --> G{Covered loss?}
	    G -->|Yes| H[Settlement, repair, replacement, or defence]
	    G -->|No or partly| I[Explain denial or limitation]
	    H --> J[Salvage, subrogation, file closure]
	    I --> J

Claims duty	Practical meaning
Prompt notice	Report loss as soon as practicable
Protect property	Take reasonable steps to prevent further damage
Do not abandon property	Insurer has rights to inspect/salvage
Provide inventory/proof	Support ownership, value, and cause of loss
Cooperate	Assist investigation and defence
Do not admit liability	Liability admissions can prejudice insurer
Preserve evidence	Photos, receipts, damaged parts, police/fire reports
Mitigate loss	Reasonable temporary repairs may be required

Notes and examples

Claim Handling Logic

Step	Broker/Exam Focus
Receive notice	Record facts accurately and promptly
Identify policy	Correct insured, term, coverage form, endorsements
Confirm loss details	Date, cause, location, parties, property, injuries
Check coverage	Insuring agreement, exclusions, conditions, limits
Explain process	Avoid guaranteeing outcome before insurer decision
Preserve rights	Encourage mitigation and documentation
Support communication	Help insured understand duties and next steps
Document	File notes, timelines, instructions, advice

Insured Duties After a Loss

Common duties include:

Give prompt notice.
Protect property from further damage.
Separate damaged and undamaged property if required.
Provide inventory and proof of loss.
Cooperate with insurer investigation.
Do not admit liability or settle third-party claims without consent.
Report theft, vandalism, or criminal acts to authorities where required.
Preserve evidence.

Candidate mistake: Thinking late notice is only an administrative issue. It can affect coverage if it prejudices the insurer or breaches policy conditions.

Statutory and Policy Conditions

Condition area	Exam significance
Misrepresentation	False or withheld material facts may affect coverage
Material change	Insured must report changes material to the risk
Termination/cancellation	Insurer and insured cancellation rights differ; notice rules vary
Requirements after loss	Notice, proof of loss, inventory, cooperation
Fraud	Fraudulent claims can void recovery and create broader consequences
Appraisal	Dispute mechanism for amount of loss, not coverage
Salvage	Insurer may take damaged property after settlement
Subrogation	Insurer may pursue responsible third party after paying insured
Other insurance	Determines contribution when more than one policy applies
Mortgage clause	Protects mortgagee’s interest; may create rights independent of insured’s acts
Pair and set	Loss to one item may affect value of the set
Sue and labour / mitigation	Insured must act reasonably to reduce loss

Broker Practice Points Tested in Scenarios

Broker action	Why it matters
Ask complete risk questions	Avoid underinsurance, misclassification, and E&O exposure
Explain major exclusions	Especially water, vacancy, business use, auto use, and high-value property
Offer relevant endorsements	Document offer and acceptance/refusal
Confirm binding authority	Broker must know when coverage is actually bound
Issue binder accurately	Binder should match agreed coverage, limits, deductibles, conditions
Follow up on subjectivities	Photos, inspections, repairs, appraisals, signed applications
Document advice	Protects client and broker when coverage is declined
Review renewals	Occupancy, values, drivers, renovations, and use change over time
Handle certificates carefully	Evidence of insurance is not an endorsement unless policy changed
Respect privacy and consent	Personal information must be collected and shared appropriately

Common CAIB 2 Scenario Traps

Scenario clue	Likely correct analysis
Client says “full coverage”	No such technical term; identify specific coverages and exclusions
Home insured for purchase price	Rebuilding cost may be higher or lower than market value
Jewelry stolen from vehicle	Contents may be covered but special limits/exclusions may apply
Basement water after storm	Distinguish sewer backup, overland water, groundwater, seepage
House empty for sale	Vacancy issue, not ordinary unoccupancy
Friend pays rent for basement room	Occupancy and rental exposure may be material
Client runs daycare from home	Business liability/property gap; special underwriting needed
Condo corporation charges deductible to owner	Need deductible assessment or loss assessment wording
Tenant assumes landlord policy covers belongings	False; tenant needs own policy
Student away at school	Check definition of insured and location limits
Vehicle used for food delivery	Personal auto may exclude or require endorsement
Occasional driver becomes principal driver	Rating and material change issue
Borrowed rental car damaged	Need non-owned auto physical damage or rental coverage
New car total loss	Standard ACV may apply unless depreciation waiver exists
Umbrella requested but auto limits are low	Underlying limit requirement issue
Boat used outside navigation limits	Warranty/territory breach concern
Travel claim after known illness	Pre-existing condition/stability exclusion issue
Insured starts repairs before inspection	Mitigation is allowed, but evidence must be preserved

Compact Last-Week Review Checklist

Match each client to the correct personal-lines form: homeowner, tenant, condo, landlord, seasonal, auto, umbrella, watercraft, travel.
For every property question, ask: Is the property insured? Is the peril insured? Is there an exclusion, condition, deductible, or special limit?
For every liability question, ask: Is the insured legally liable? Is the activity personal, auto, business, professional, intentional, or excluded?
For every auto question, identify: owner, drivers, use, province-specific compulsory coverages, optional physical damage, and endorsements.
Memorize the difference between open perils, named perils, comprehensive, broad, and basic forms.
Practise co-insurance and replacement-cost settlement questions until the sequence is automatic.
Review vacancy, material change, misrepresentation, proof of loss, subrogation, salvage, and appraisal.
Build a habit of explaining not just whether coverage exists, but why the policy wording leads to that result.

CAIB 2 Cheat Sheet

This page is an independent companion review for candidates preparing for CAIB 2 with the Insurance Brokers Association of Canada. Use it to refresh high-yield personal-insurance ideas before moving into original practice questions, topic drills, mock exams, and detailed explanations.

CAIB 2 preparation usually rewards practical broker judgment: identifying exposures, matching coverage to client needs, recognizing exclusions and conditions, and knowing when a risk requires underwriting review rather than a quick assumption.

Use the official Insurance Brokers Association of Canada materials as your source of truth. This quick review is designed to help you organize and test your understanding, not replace the official course.

High-Yield Review Map

Area	What to Know Cold	Common Exam Trap
Broker role	Needs analysis, disclosure, advice, documentation, follow-up	Treating the broker as only an order taker
Personal risk analysis	Occupancy, ownership, use, values, liability exposures, changes in risk	Missing a material change after policy inception
Habitational coverage	Building, detached structures, personal property, additional living expense, liability	Assuming every property item is fully covered anywhere
Named perils vs broad/all-risk wording	What is insured, what is excluded, what limitations apply	Reading “all risks” as “everything is covered”
Policy conditions	Notice, proof of loss, cooperation, safeguarding property, misrepresentation	Ignoring duties after a claim
Exclusions	Intentional loss, business use, vacancy, wear and tear, illegal activity, excluded property	Trying to cover a predictable or uninsurable loss
Endorsements/riders	Adding, limiting, clarifying, or excluding coverage	Forgetting endorsements can remove coverage too
Personal liability	Bodily injury, property damage, defence, exclusions	Confusing liability coverage with first-party property coverage
Automobile basics	Ownership, use, drivers, territory, rating factors, optional coverage concepts	Assuming any driver/vehicle/use is automatically acceptable
Underwriting	Risk selection, pricing, accept/decline, conditions, inspections	Binding or promising before required information is obtained
Claims	Coverage analysis, insured duties, insurer duties, settlement concepts	Jumping to payment before confirming policy response
Ethics and errors & omissions	Accuracy, documentation, privacy, conflicts, referrals	Poor file notes after an important client discussion

Fast Decision Rules

1. Start Every Coverage Question With the Same Sequence

Who is insured?
Named insured, spouse, residents, dependants, permitted users, additional insureds, loss payees, mortgagees.
What property or liability exposure is involved?
Building, contents, detached structure, personal article, vehicle, injury to third party, damage to third-party property.
Where did it happen?
On premises, temporarily away, while moving, in transit, outside Canada, at a business location, in a rented location.
What caused the loss?
Fire, theft, wind, water, collision, negligence, intentional act, gradual deterioration, mechanical breakdown.
Is the cause insured, excluded, or limited?
Check insuring agreement, exclusions, special limits, deductibles, conditions, and endorsements.
Did the insured meet policy conditions?
Disclosure, notice, proof of loss, cooperation, protection of property, mitigation.

2. Coverage Is Not Just “Covered or Not Covered”

Many exam questions turn on how much, for whom, under which section, and subject to what limit or exclusion.

Question Type	Better Exam Mindset
“Is it covered?”	Under which section, subject to what exclusion or limit?
“Is the item insured?”	Is it property of the insured, property of others, excluded property, or specially limited property?
“Is the person insured?”	Are they a named insured, resident relative, permissive user, tenant, guest, employee, or unrelated third party?
“Is liability covered?”	Is there legal liability for bodily injury/property damage, and does an exclusion apply?
“Can the broker bind it?”	Has underwriting authority and required information been confirmed?

Personal Lines Risk Analysis

CAIB 2 questions often test whether you can uncover the exposure before selecting coverage.

Key Client Discovery Questions

Exposure	Ask About	Why It Matters
Residence	Owned, rented, condo, seasonal, vacant, under renovation	Determines form, occupancy, and underwriting concern
Occupants	Family, tenants, boarders, short-term guests, students away	Affects liability, contents, and eligibility
Property values	Building replacement cost, contents, special items	Underinsurance and special limits are common traps
Use	Personal, home business, rental, farming, short-term rental	Business/rental use may be excluded or limited
Location	Urban/rural, fire protection, prior losses, flood/water exposure	Rating, eligibility, deductibles, conditions
Security/protection	Alarms, locks, heating type, updates, maintenance	Underwriting and loss prevention
Vehicles	Ownership, drivers, use, commute/business use, modifications	Auto rating and coverage suitability
Changes	Renovation, vacancy, new driver, new valuables, new business	Material changes must be disclosed

Notes and examples

Material Change Reminder

A material change is a change that would influence an insurer’s decision to accept, continue, price, or restrict the risk.

Examples that should trigger review:

Home becomes vacant or unoccupied beyond policy allowances.
Insured starts using the home for business.
Major renovation begins.
A rental or short-term rental arrangement is added.
A new driver or vehicle use pattern emerges.
High-value jewelry, art, collectibles, or equipment is acquired.
Property condition deteriorates or a known hazard develops.

Exam trap: A client saying “nothing important changed” does not end the broker’s duty to ask targeted questions.

Habitational Insurance: Core Concepts

Major Coverage Buckets

Coverage Area	What It Typically Addresses	Watch For
Dwelling/building	Main residence and attached structures	Replacement cost conditions, by-laws, vacancy, renovations
Detached private structures	Garages, sheds, other structures on premises	Business or rental use limitations
Personal property/contents	Personal belongings owned or used by insureds	Special limits, excluded property, property away from premises
Additional living expense	Increased costs after an insured loss makes premises unfit	Not a general inconvenience payment
Fair rental value	Rental income loss after insured damage	Only where relevant and subject to wording
Personal liability	Legal liability for bodily injury or property damage	Exclusions for business, auto, intentional acts, owned premises not insured
Voluntary payments	Limited no-fault payments in specific situations	Not the same as legal liability

Notes and examples

Named Perils, Broad, and Comprehensive Thinking

Form Type	Basic Logic	Candidate Mistake
Named perils	Only listed causes of loss are insured	Assuming unlisted causes are covered
Broad form	Some property may have broader coverage than other property	Missing that building and contents may be treated differently
Comprehensive/all-risk style wording	Coverage is broad unless excluded	Forgetting exclusions and limitations still control
Endorsed coverage	Wording changes the base policy	Reading the base form without the endorsement

Decision rule: If the coverage is named perils, ask “Is this peril listed?” If the coverage is broad/comprehensive, ask “Is this cause or property excluded or limited?”

Common Property Coverage Traps

“All Risks” Does Not Mean All Losses

Broad coverage may still exclude or restrict:

Wear and tear.
Gradual deterioration.
Mechanical breakdown.
Faulty workmanship or design.
Inherent vice.
Vermin, rodents, insects, or domestic animals, depending on wording.
Intentional acts.
Criminal activity by an insured.
Vacancy or unoccupancy beyond permitted terms.
Business property or business use.
Certain water, sewer, flood, or ground movement exposures unless specifically insured.
Property illegally acquired or used.

Notes and examples

Special Limits Are Exam Favourites

Certain property may be covered but subject to lower limits, conditions, or scheduling requirements.

Property Type	Why It Is Tested
Jewelry, watches, gems	Theft limits and appraisal/scheduling issues
Money, bullion, securities	Usually limited and tightly defined
Bicycles, sporting equipment	Value may exceed basic policy limits
Fine arts, collectibles	Valuation and proof issues
Computer equipment	Personal vs business use distinction
Watercraft	Size, horsepower, use, and liability limitations may matter
Property of students	Residence and location requirements may matter
Property in storage	Time and cause-of-loss restrictions may apply

Broker judgment: If the client cares about an item financially or emotionally, ask whether it should be scheduled, endorsed, appraised, or insured separately.

Replacement Cost, Actual Cash Value, and Valuation

Valuation Basics

Term	Practical Meaning	Exam Angle
Replacement cost	Cost to repair/replace with new property of like kind and quality, subject to policy terms	Conditions may require actual repair/replacement
Actual cash value	Replacement cost less depreciation or market-based adjustment, depending on wording and context	Often applies when replacement cost conditions are not met
Guaranteed replacement cost	May extend beyond stated limit if conditions are met	Do not assume unless wording says so
Stated amount/scheduled value	Amount shown for a specific item	Appraisal and description matter
Pair and set	Loss to one part of a set may be adjusted under wording rules	Not always total replacement of the full set

Notes and examples

Underinsurance Trap

The correct issue is not only “What is the policy limit?” but also:

Was the limit adequate at the time of loss?
Was replacement cost coverage conditional on insuring to a required value?
Did renovations or inflation change the replacement cost?
Did the broker recommend review and document the discussion?
Did the client decline higher limits or endorsements?

Additional Living Expense and Loss of Use

What ALE Is For

Additional living expense coverage generally responds to the extra cost of maintaining the insured’s normal standard of living after an insured loss makes the premises unfit for occupancy.

Covered Concept	Not the Same As
Temporary accommodation	Permanent relocation upgrade
Extra meals/transport caused by displacement	Ordinary living expenses the insured already had
Reasonable time to repair or relocate	Open-ended payment regardless of progress
Loss caused by an insured peril	Loss from an excluded cause

Exam trap: If the underlying property loss is not insured, loss-of-use coverage may not respond unless a separate civil authority or similar provision applies.

Automobile Insurance Review

Auto insurance is jurisdiction-sensitive, so always rely on the official materials and your provincial context. For exam review, focus on the broker reasoning pattern rather than memorizing assumptions not provided in the question.

Auto Risk Questions

Question	Why It Matters
Who owns or leases the vehicle?	Determines insurable interest and named insured issues
Who drives it?	Rating, eligibility, principal operator, occasional operators
How is it used?	Pleasure, commute, business, delivery, rideshare, commercial use
Where is it garaged?	Territory and rating
What vehicle is it?	Type, value, modifications, safety features
Any financing or leasing?	Loss payee/lessor interests
Any prior losses, convictions, suspensions?	Underwriting and rating
Any excluded or high-risk drivers?	Coverage and acceptability concerns

Notes and examples

Auto Coverage Concepts to Distinguish

Concept	Core Idea	Trap
Third-party liability	Covers insured’s legal liability to others	Does not repair the insured’s own vehicle
Accident benefits / no-fault benefits	Benefits to eligible persons as defined by the applicable auto regime	Do not analyze like property coverage
Collision/upset	Damage from collision or overturn	Subject to deductible and vehicle coverage selection
Comprehensive	Non-collision causes such as theft, fire, vandalism, glass, depending on wording	Not a substitute for every possible physical damage loss
Specified perils	Only listed perils	If not listed, not covered
All perils	Combines broader physical damage concepts, subject to exclusions	Still not “everything”
Uninsured/underinsured motorist concepts	Protection where at-fault driver lacks adequate insurance, subject to rules	Highly wording/jurisdiction dependent
Non-owned auto	Liability for use of vehicles not owned by insured, when applicable	Not automatic for all business or regular-use vehicles

Auto Exam Traps

Confusing owner, driver, named insured, and principal operator.
Assuming business use is acceptable because the vehicle is personally owned.
Forgetting to add a newly licensed household driver.
Ignoring delivery, rideshare, or app-based use.
Treating a borrowed or rented vehicle as automatically covered without checking conditions.
Missing the lender/lessor interest.
Promising coverage for a vehicle before underwriting approval is confirmed.

Condominiums, Tenants, and Homeowners

Know the Coverage Differences

Client Type	Key Needs	Common Trap
Homeowner	Building, contents, ALE, liability	Underinsuring replacement cost
Tenant	Contents, tenant legal liability, ALE	Assuming landlord’s policy covers tenant’s belongings
Condo unit owner	Unit improvements, contents, loss assessment, deductible assessment, liability	Assuming condo corporation policy covers everything inside the unit
Seasonal dwelling owner	Seasonal occupancy, limited use, water/heating risks	Treating it like a year-round principal residence
Landlord	Rental dwelling, rental income, premises liability	Using a personal homeowner form for rental exposure
Student away from home	Contents away, liability, residence requirements	Assuming unlimited worldwide coverage

Notes and examples

Condo-Specific Decision Points

Ask:

What is insured by the condominium corporation’s master policy?
What is the unit owner responsible for under bylaws or declarations?
Are improvements and betterments adequately insured?
Is there loss assessment exposure?
Is there deductible assessment exposure?
Are contents and additional living expense adequate?
Is the unit rented to others or used for short-term rental?

Water questions are often designed to test precision. Do not answer based on general intuition.

Water Loss Review Table

Loss Scenario	Analysis Point
Pipe bursts suddenly	Often treated differently from seepage or long-term leakage
Sewer backup	May require specific coverage/endorsement
Surface water or overland flood	Often restricted or separately endorsed
Ground water seepage	Frequently excluded or limited
Roof leak after wind damage	Cause of opening and ensuing damage matter
Frozen plumbing	Heat maintenance and shut-off conditions may matter
Gradual mould/rot	Usually tied to excluded gradual damage unless resulting from insured peril and wording allows

Exam rule: Identify the initial cause, the immediate damage, any ensuing loss, and the applicable exclusion or endorsement.

Vacancy, Unoccupancy, Renovation, and Rental Use

Do Not Treat These as Minor Details

Situation	Why It Matters
Vacancy	Increased loss frequency/severity; many policies restrict coverage after a defined period
Unoccupancy	Different from vacancy; occupants intend to return but property may still be unattended
Renovation	Fire, water, theft, liability, and structural risks increase
Rental use	Occupancy and liability exposure change
Short-term rental	Business-like exposure; guest turnover and property damage issues
Home-sharing	May not fit standard personal lines assumptions
Home business	Property, liability, professional, cyber, and customer-visit exposures

Candidate mistake: Assuming “the client still owns the home” means the homeowner policy continues normally.

Business Use in Personal Lines

Personal policies are designed around personal exposures. Business activities often require separate coverage.

Red Flags

Clients visit the home for business.
Inventory or tools are stored at home.
Employees or contractors work from the home.
Products are sold from the premises or online.
Advice or professional services are provided.
Business equipment is valuable.
Vehicle is used for delivery, sales calls, client transport, or commercial tasks.
The client rents out space, rooms, vehicles, or equipment.

Broker Response

Clarify the activity.
Determine frequency, revenue, visitors, property values, and liability exposure.
Check whether the personal policy permits or excludes it.
Refer to underwriting or commercial coverage if needed.
Document the discussion and recommendation.

Underwriting and Binding Authority

What Underwriters Care About

Risk Factor	Examples
Physical hazard	Construction, heating, wiring, roof, protection, vehicle type
Moral hazard	Honesty, financial stress, suspicious losses
Morale hazard	Carelessness, poor maintenance, poor loss prevention
Legal hazard	Litigation environment, contractual obligations
Occupancy/use	Residence, rental, business, seasonal, vacant
Loss history	Frequency, severity, pattern, unresolved hazards
Values	Replacement cost, special property, vehicle value
Controls	Alarms, deductibles, inspections, warranties, conditions

Broker Authority Checklist

Before indicating coverage is bound, confirm:

You have authority for the class of risk.
The risk meets binding guidelines.
All required information is complete.
No referral trigger exists.
Effective date and time are clear.
Coverage, limits, deductibles, and endorsements are documented.
Any subjectivities are communicated and followed up.

Exam trap: “The client needs coverage immediately” does not create broker authority.

Broker Professionalism, Ethics, and E&O Prevention

High-Yield Broker Duties

Duty	Practical Meaning
Competence	Know your limits; seek help when needed
Disclosure	Provide accurate and complete information to insurer and client
Advice	Identify needs and explain material gaps
Documentation	Record recommendations, client decisions, and key facts
Confidentiality	Protect client information
Follow-up	Confirm changes, renewals, claims steps, and outstanding documents
Avoid misrepresentation	Do not exaggerate, omit, or guess
Manage conflicts	Put client interest and professional obligations first

Notes and examples

E&O Risk Situations

Client declines coverage and there is no documentation.
Broker fails to ask about business use, vacancy, renovations, drivers, or valuables.
Renewal is processed without reviewing changed exposures.
Coverage is promised before insurer approval.
Endorsement request is not followed up.
Limits are copied year after year without discussion.
Client instructions are verbal and not confirmed.
A certificate or proof of insurance misstates coverage.
Claim advice goes beyond the broker’s role or contradicts the insurer.

Documentation Rule

If a client conversation could affect coverage, premium, underwriting, or a claim, document:

Date and time.
Who participated.
Facts provided.
Advice given.
Options discussed.
Client decision.
Follow-up required.
Documents sent or received.

Common Exam Question Patterns

Pattern 1: “Which Coverage Applies?”

Use this approach:

Identify first-party vs third-party loss.
Identify property, liability, auto, or additional coverage.
Match the loss to the insuring agreement.
Check exclusions and conditions.
Apply limits, deductibles, and endorsements.

Pattern 2: “What Should the Broker Do?”

Usually the best answer is the one that:

Gathers missing facts.
Avoids assumptions.
Refers to underwriting when required.
Explains coverage honestly.
Documents the client’s decision.
Does not guarantee a claim result.
Does not bind outside authority.

Pattern 3: “What Is the Main Coverage Gap?”

Look for:

Business use.
Vacancy.
Unscheduled valuables.
Inadequate replacement cost.
Condo deductible/loss assessment.
Water/sewer/flood limitations.
Rental or short-term rental exposure.
New driver or changed vehicle use.
Liability exposure outside personal policy scope.

Pattern 4: “Which Statement Is Most Correct?”

Eliminate answers that use absolute language:

“Always covered”
“Never excluded”
“Automatically insured”
“No need to notify insurer”
“Broker can bind immediately”
“All risks means all losses”

Insurance exam answers often hinge on conditions, definitions, limits, and facts.

Quick Comparison Tables

Property vs Liability

Feature	Property Coverage	Liability Coverage
Who suffered loss?	Insured	Third party
What is covered?	Insured property	Legal liability for injury/damage
Trigger	Insured peril/loss to property	Allegation or legal responsibility
Payment basis	Valuation clause, limits, deductibles	Damages, defence, settlement, limits
Common mistake	Ignoring exclusions/special limits	Assuming all accidents create liability

Notes and examples

Exclusion vs Condition vs Limitation

Term	Meaning	Example Style
Exclusion	Removes coverage	Loss caused by excluded event
Condition	Requirement insured must meet	Give notice, protect property
Limitation	Restricts amount, scope, place, or time	Special limit for jewelry
Endorsement	Changes policy wording	Adds sewer backup or excludes an exposure
Warranty	Promise or requirement that may affect coverage	Maintain protective device if required

Occupancy Terms

Term	General Review Meaning	Why It Matters
Occupied	People live there as intended	Normal eligibility
Unoccupied	No one is there temporarily, but contents remain and intent to return exists	May trigger conditions after time
Vacant	Occupants have moved out and often contents removed or no intent of normal residence	Often a serious coverage issue
Seasonal	Used periodically, not year-round principal residence	Requires suitable form/conditions
Rental	Occupied by tenants	Different risk and coverage need

High-Yield “If You See This, Think That” List

If the Question Mentions…	Think About…
Jewelry stolen	Special limits, scheduling, proof of value
Client starts daycare/home salon	Business liability and property exclusion
Basement water	Sewer backup, overland water, seepage, endorsement
Empty house for sale	Vacancy/unoccupancy restrictions
Condo deductible charged to unit owner	Deductible assessment coverage
Student away at school	Contents away and residency conditions
Borrowed vehicle	Non-owned auto, permission, regular use, jurisdiction
Delivery driving	Business/commercial auto issue
Renovation	Material change, increased hazard, underwriting
Guest injured	Liability vs voluntary medical payment
Tenant’s belongings damaged	Tenant policy, not landlord building policy
Prior losses not disclosed	Misrepresentation/material fact
Broker says “you’re covered”	Authority, accuracy, E&O documentation
Client refuses recommended endorsement	Document offer and refusal

Mini Review: Insurance Contract Concepts

Concept	Review Point
Insurable interest	The insured must stand to suffer a financial loss
Indemnity	Restore insured to pre-loss financial position, subject to policy
Utmost good faith	Accurate disclosure by parties
Proximate cause	Dominant cause leading to the loss
Subrogation	Insurer may pursue responsible third party after paying
Contribution	Multiple policies may share a loss where applicable
Salvage	Insurer may take damaged property after settlement if applicable
Deductible	Insured’s retained portion of loss
Limit of insurance	Maximum payable, subject to wording
Declarations	Key policy-specific information
Definitions	Control meaning of terms used in the policy
Endorsements	Modify the standard wording

Study Priorities for Final Review

Must-Know Topics

Prioritize these before a mock exam:

Difference between property coverage and liability coverage.
Named perils vs broad/comprehensive coverage logic.
Special limits on personal property.
Replacement cost vs actual cash value.
Vacancy, unoccupancy, renovation, and material change.
Business use exclusions in personal policies.
Condo, tenant, homeowner, and seasonal dwelling differences.
Personal liability exclusions.
Auto ownership, drivers, use, and physical damage distinctions.
Broker documentation, binding authority, and E&O prevention.
Claims duties and coverage analysis sequence.
Endorsements and when they add, restrict, or clarify coverage.

Lower-Confidence Topics Need Active Practice

If a topic feels familiar but you miss questions, use topic drills rather than rereading. CAIB 2-style mistakes often come from applying a general rule too broadly.

Use original practice questions to test:

Whether you can spot the exposure.
Whether you can choose the best broker action.
Whether you can distinguish a coverage grant from an exclusion.
Whether you can apply conditions and limits.
Whether you can avoid unsupported assumptions.

Practice Strategy

Best Use of a Question Bank

Practice Mode	When to Use It	Goal
Topic drills	After reviewing one area	Build accuracy and identify weak concepts
Mixed sets	After several topics	Practice switching between coverage issues
Timed quizzes	Near exam date	Improve pace and confidence
Mock exams	Final readiness check	Simulate exam decision-making
Detailed explanations	After every missed or guessed question	Learn the rule and the trap

Notes and examples

How to Review Missed Questions

For each missed question, write one short note:

Fact missed: What detail changed the answer?
Rule missed: What concept controlled?
Trap: What tempting answer did you choose?
Fix: What will you look for next time?

Example:

Miss Type	Better Review Note
Missed vacancy issue	“Occupancy status can override normal property coverage.”
Chose liability for owned property	“Liability is third-party; owned property is first-party.”
Ignored endorsement	“Endorsements modify the base policy; always check them.”
Promised binding	“Broker authority must be confirmed before coverage is represented.”

Final Rapid Checklist

Before you move from review to practice, make sure you can answer these quickly:

Who is insured under the scenario?
Is the loss first-party property, third-party liability, auto, or another coverage?
What caused the loss?
Is the peril insured, excluded, or limited?
Is the property subject to a special limit?
Did occupancy, business use, vacancy, or renovation change the risk?
Is an endorsement needed or already attached?
Did the insured meet conditions after loss?
Is the broker allowed to bind or must the risk be referred?
What should be documented?
What advice protects the client and reduces E&O risk?

Put the review into practice

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Study Plan

CAIB 2 — Personal Insurance Cheat Sheet

Personal Lines Map

Residential Form Selection

Habitational Coverage Structure

Residential Policy Forms: Peril Basis

Named Perils vs Open Perils

High-Yield Residential Exclusions and Limitations

Property Valuation and Settlement

Core Valuation Terms

Co-insurance / Insurance-to-Value Formula

Special Residential Situations

Condominium Unit Owners

Tenants

Rented Dwellings and Landlords

Personal Liability Cheat Sheet

Liability Coverage Flow

Common Personal Liability Exclusions or Limitations

Voluntary Payments vs Legal Liability

Personal Auto Coverage

Core Auto Coverages

Auto Physical Damage Peril Comparison

Auto Underwriting Decision Points

Common Auto Endorsement Functions

Personal Umbrella Liability

Pleasure Craft and Travel

Pleasure Craft

Travel Insurance

Underwriting and Risk Assessment

COPE for Habitational Risks

Personal Lines Hazards

Material Facts to Document

Claims Workflow

Claim Handling Logic

Insured Duties After a Loss

Statutory and Policy Conditions

Broker Practice Points Tested in Scenarios

Common CAIB 2 Scenario Traps

Compact Last-Week Review Checklist

CAIB 2 Cheat Sheet

High-Yield Review Map

Fast Decision Rules

1. Start Every Coverage Question With the Same Sequence

2. Coverage Is Not Just “Covered or Not Covered”

Personal Lines Risk Analysis

Key Client Discovery Questions

Material Change Reminder

Habitational Insurance: Core Concepts

Major Coverage Buckets

Named Perils, Broad, and Comprehensive Thinking

Common Property Coverage Traps

“All Risks” Does Not Mean All Losses

Special Limits Are Exam Favourites

Replacement Cost, Actual Cash Value, and Valuation

Valuation Basics

Underinsurance Trap

Additional Living Expense and Loss of Use

What ALE Is For

Automobile Insurance Review

Auto Risk Questions

Auto Coverage Concepts to Distinguish

Auto Exam Traps

Condominiums, Tenants, and Homeowners

Know the Coverage Differences

Condo-Specific Decision Points

Water, Sewer, Flood, and Weather-Related Losses

Water Loss Review Table

Vacancy, Unoccupancy, Renovation, and Rental Use

Do Not Treat These as Minor Details

Business Use in Personal Lines

Red Flags

Broker Response

Underwriting and Binding Authority

What Underwriters Care About

Broker Authority Checklist

Broker Professionalism, Ethics, and E&O Prevention

High-Yield Broker Duties

E&O Risk Situations

Documentation Rule

Common Exam Question Patterns

Pattern 1: “Which Coverage Applies?”