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

Why You Should Never Skip A Home Inspection In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on November 2, 2021

Thinking of skipping a home inspection? Think again! Find out why you should never skip a home inspection when buying a house.

Can You Cover Your Tax Debt With A Home Equity Loan?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on July 9, 2024

Do have a lot of tax debt? A home equity loan may be a cost effective way to cover your tax debt while making your payments affordable.

Does Switching Credit Cards Affect Your Credit Scores?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on February 11, 2022

Thinking about switching to a new credit card? Find out how it may impact your credit scores.

Do I Have To Pay CMHC Fees If I Renew My Mortgage?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 17, 2020

How will renewing your mortgage affect whether or not your need to pay CMHC mortgage default insurance fees?

Can You Use Your Home Equity To Buy Another Home In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 8, 2023

Using your home equity to buy another home in Canada is possible. Find out how you can use your home equity to buy a second home.

Does A Loan Rejection Affect Your Credit Scores?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 24, 2014

Read this article to find out if being denied credit can hurt your credit rating.

Private Mortgage Lenders In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 19, 2023

Is your credit rating low? Did you know you could find a mortgage loan from private mortgage lenders?

Understanding Mortgage HELOC Rules

By Lisa Rennie
Published on February 7, 2023

Thinking about taking on a HELOC to cover an expense? Be sure to understand the Mortgage HELOC Rules before you make your final decision.

Buying A House After A Divorce

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 29, 2022

If you're getting a divorce and plan to buy a new house, how will your divorce affect your ability to buy a home?

Merchant Cash Advance vs. A Business Loan

By Lisa Rennie
Published on October 20, 2014

Let's take a look at the differences and similarities between a merchant cash advance and a business loans.

Should You Incorporate Federally or Provincially?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 24, 2019

Are you trying to decided between federal and provincial incorporation for your business? We have all the information you need to make the right choic...