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What Are the Florida Home Insurance Options for Snowbirds?

We just received our home insurance renewal for our place in Florida and the price has gone up a LOT. Plus, they don’t offer flood...

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Essential Health and Medical Checklist for Snowbirds Prior to Departing for the Winter

LAST UPDATED: September 12, 2023 Snowbirds who spend part or all of their winters away have many things to take care of related to...

Are Canadian Snowbirds Allowed to Work in the U.S.?

LAST UPDATED: August 22, 2023 The pandemic changed the way we work forever. Remote work is now readily facilitated by technology...

Can Canadian Snowbirds Work While In The U.S.?

Proposed legislation that would allow Canadian snowbirds to spend more time in the U.S. raises questions

Last month, Snowbird Advisor reported about the re-introduction of a bill in the U.S. House of Representatives called the Canadian...

Many Unanswered Questions About Proposed Bill That Would Allow Canadian Snowbirds to Send More Time in U.S.

Snowbirds who travel to Europe will need a permit starting in 2024

Beginning in 2024, Canadians - including snowbirds who winter in Europe - will need to apply for a permit to enter 30 European...

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Bill that would allow Canadian snowbirds to spend up to 8 months in the U.S. each year reintroduced

Last week, Canadian snowbirds seeking to extend their stay in the U.S. beyond 182 days per year were given fresh hope. On July 6...

Canadian Snowbird Visa bill reintroduced in U.S. House of Representatives

Why More Canadian Snowbirds are Switching to Digital Pharmacies

LAST UPDATED: July 12, 2023 A recent trend has seen many Canadian snowbirds switching to digital pharmacies (sometimes referred to...

What Canadian Snowbirds Need to Know About Digital Pharmacies

New Verified Traveller program will speed up airport security in Canada

Canada is introducing a new program – the Verified Traveller program - which will replace the Trusted Traveller program on June 21...

Verified Traveller Program to Speed up Airport Security

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Canadians can apply online to renew passports beginning this Fall

Beginning in Fall 2023, Canadian snowbirds who need their passports renewed will be able to apply online and upload the necessary...

Canadians snowbirds can renew their passports online

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Tips for Canadian snowbirds spending winters in international destinations

LAST UPDATED: June 13, 2023 While the U.S. continues to be the top destination for Canadian snowbirds, over the past decade there...

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Vacation Rental Agreement Tips for Canadian Snowbirds

LAST UPDATED: May 9, 2023 When it comes to accommodations, the majority of Canadian snowbirds choose to rent for the winter - as...

U.S. to end COVID-19 vaccination requirement for international visitors arriving by air and land

Unvaccinated Canadian snowbirds will be happy to hear that the U.S. has officially announced it will end the COVID-19 vaccine...

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Tax Season Checklist for Canadian Snowbirds

LAST UPDATED: April 11, 2023 As tax season approaches in both Canada and the U.S., many Canadian snowbirds have unique tax...

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COVID-19 Travel Rules Guide for Canadian Snowbirds

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COVID-19 News Updates for Canadian Snowbirds

News and information about the COVID-19 outbreak is evolving by the minute. To help you stay up to date on the latest COVID-19...

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U.S. Residency Rules Every Canadian Snowbird Must Know

Every year, over 1 million Canadian seniors and retirees pack up and move to the southern United States for the winter to enjoy...

U.S. Residency Rules for Canadian Snowbirds

Travel Medical Insurance Secrets - What Canadian Snowbirds REALLY Need to Know

Snowbird travel medical insurance policies are full of legalese that can be difficult, if not impossible to understand, and as...

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Dispelling the Myth of the “30 Day Rule” for Canadian Snowbirds

Canadian snowbirds who spend their winters in the United States are subject to both U.S. tax and immigration laws, which...

What is the 30 day rule for Canadian snowbirds?

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