Lisa Rennie

Expert Contributor at Loans Canada

Lisa has been working as a personal finance writer for more than a decade, creating unique content that helps to educate Canadian consumers in the realms of real estate, mortgages, investing and financial health. For years, she held her real estate license in Toronto, Ontario before giving it up to pursue writing within this realm and related niches. Lisa is very serious about smart money management and helping others do the same.

Loans Canada Articles Written By Lisa Rennie

What It Means To Have A Credit Score Of 780

By Lisa Rennie
Published on December 5, 2018

Do you have a credit score of 780? We're breaking down everything you need to know about how to harness your creditworthiness.

How To Invest In Gold In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 22, 2022

Find out how to buy gold to help stabilize your investment portfolio and hedge against fluctuations in the market.

Renting Out Your Basement Suite

By Lisa Rennie
Published on September 25, 2024

Check out how turning your basement into a suite and renting it out is one of the most effective ways to invest in real estate and grow wealth.

Does Closing A Bank Account Affect My Credit Scores?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 7, 2018

Almost all of your financial decisions affect the overall health of your credit score, but does closing a bank account affect it?

Lower Insurance Costs

By Lisa Rennie
Published on September 1, 2021

Insurance premiums are just another bill to add to the pile, but there are ways to keep these payments to a minimum.

Which Banks Accept Google Pay In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on February 3, 2020

Thinkging about incorporating Google Pay into your payment options. Here is everything you need to know about the online payment service.

How To Cancel A TD Credit Card Online

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 14, 2021

Find out if it is possible to cancel your TD credit card online without having to make a phone call.

Drop App Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on October 14, 2021

Check out the Drop App; a Canadian-based loyalty rewards app that lets you earn cash back rewards when you shop.

Pros And Cons Of Buying A House vs Buying A Condo

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2024

What are some of the disadvantages and advantages of buying a house or a condo?

What Is A Short Sale In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on September 19, 2024

What is a short sale, when does it occur and what are the financial repercussions?

What Is A Shared Equity Mortgage?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 29, 2022

If you're a first-time homebuyer and are having trouble coming up with a down payment to buy a home, then a shared equity mortgage might be a good opt...

Ourboro: A Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on August 2, 2024

Have you heard of Ourboro? Find out how their down payment assistance program can help you enter the housing market and avoid mortgage default insuran...