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

New Law Makes Credit Scores Free In Quebec

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 11, 2021

While there are many free credit score providers, recent changes to the law has made credit scores free in Quebec and throughout Canada with Equifax.

How To Remove A Name From A Property Deed

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 11, 2021

In order to remove a person from a deed, a specific form will need to be completed, along with specific documents to support the claim.

OSFI Stress Test Changes For Uninsured Mortgages

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2021

Due to the effects of COVID-19, OSFI has announced that it will be making some changes to the mortgage stress test for uninsured mortgages.

Are You Eligible For Social Assistance In PEI?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2021

If you live in PEI and are having trouble paying your bills, there are government-based programs available to help you out.

How To Apply For Maternity Leave In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2021

To help with the financial burden of having a baby, new parents should apply for Employment Insurance Maternity Leave (EI).

What If TransUnion Is Unable To Verify Your Identity?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 10, 2021

Let's take a look at potential reasons why your identity may fail to be verified by TransUnion and the steps you can take to resolve that.

Are You Eligible For The Ontario Child Benefit (OCB)?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 9, 2021

Find out if you qualify for the Ontario Child Benefit. You can get up to $1,607 per year per child on top of your CCB payments.

Manitoba Minimum Wage 2024

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 9, 2021

Minimum wage differs across Canada. If you live and work in Manitoba, what minimum wage can you expect when you apply for a job?

Breezeful Mortgage Review | Apply For A Mortgage From Home

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 8, 2021

Breezeful is an online mortgage brokerage that can help you find the right mortgage lender based on your needs.

Walmart Rewards Mastercard Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 4, 2021

Do you often shop at Walmart? Then you should consider the Walmart Rewards Mastercard. You can accumulate points that can then be redeemed at Walmart.