Loans Canada Articles Written By Lisa Rennie

Will New Housing Starts In Canada Help The Housing Crisis?
Will New Housing Starts In Canada Help The Housing Crisis?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on August 21, 2023

Will new housing starts in Canada help the housing crisis? Find out if housing starts are more affordable and how you can finance one.

Affordable Housing Crisis In Canada
Affordable Housing Crisis In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 13, 2024

Check out what's affecting the housing market in Canada and learn about the affordable housing crisis in Canada.

Who Is Sagen MI Canada (Previously Known As Genworth)?
Who Is Sagen MI Canada (Previously Known As Genworth)?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 3, 2024

If you're looking to buy a house, you've probably heard of mortgage default insurance. Sagen MI Canada.

What Is The Fine Option Program?
What Is The Fine Option Program?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 2, 2024

Do you have an expensive traffic ticket you need to pay? If you're short on cash, consider the Fine Option Program, which lets you work the fine off.

HSBC World Elite® Mastercard® Review
HSBC World Elite® Mastercard® Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 14, 2021

The HSBC World Elite Mastercard offers a competitive points system, an excellent welcome bonus, and a generous travel insurance package.

HSBC +Rewards™ Mastercard® Review
HSBC +Rewards™ Mastercard® Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 14, 2021

The HSBC +Rewards Mastercard offers you the ability to earn points with purchases made without any hefty annual fees or income requirements.

HSBC InvestDirect Review
HSBC InvestDirect Review

By Lisa Rennie
Published on June 22, 2022

If you prefer a more hands-on approach to investing, the HSBC InvestDirect platform may be right for you.

Understanding The Compassionate Care Benefits Available To Canadians
Understanding The Compassionate Care Benefits Available To Canadians

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 8, 2024

Government programs known as "compassionate care benefits" are designed to help caregivers financially while they're off work.

Are Mortgage Delinquencies On The Rise In Canada?
Are Mortgage Delinquencies On The Rise In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on May 8, 2023

Rising interest rates, expensive home prices, and the pressure of inflation have put many Canadians at risk of mortgage delinquencies.

Mortgage Prepayment Penalty: How Much Will It Cost You?
Mortgage Prepayment Penalty: How Much Will It Cost You?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on November 9, 2023

Did you know what you could be penalized for making extra payments toward your mortgage? Keep reading to learn about mortgage prepayment penalties.

The Federal Minimum Wage In Canada Is Increasing
The Federal Minimum Wage In Canada Is Increasing

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 30, 2023

The federal minimum wage in Canada is increasing! Find out how much it's increasing by, and when it will be in effect.

What Happens To Your Retirement Savings During A Divorce?
What Happens To Your Retirement Savings During A Divorce?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on August 13, 2021

When you divorce, you’re changing your marital status, which will inevitably impact your tax RRSPs and other retirement savings.

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