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

Can I Apply For Both E.I. And The CERB?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 21, 2020

Canadians can recieved government income assitance through EI and the CERB, but can you benefit from both programs at the same time?

What Is An Amortization Schedule?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 15, 2020

When it comes to paying off your mortgage, there is a specific schedule you follow called an amoritzation schedule, this is everything you need to kno...

What Is The Canada Emergency Business Account (CEBA)?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on April 7, 2020

The Canada Emergency Business Account was created to provide funds to small businesses that have lost income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.

How To Apply For EI In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 30, 2020

Due to COVID-19, the government has been overloaded with EI claims. So, we've created a guide to show you how to apply for EI.

Can You Get A Mortgage Deferral Because Of COVID-19?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 26, 2020

As COVID-19 continues to affect the Canadian economy, Canada's major banks have announced new measures to deferral the mortgage payments of homeowners...

COVID-19’s Effect On Canadian Tax Season 2019

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 24, 2020

The government of Canada annouced that it will be extending the 2019 tax season to help with the financial affects of COVID-19 on Canadian consumers.

Short-Term Assets vs. Long-Term Assets

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 18, 2020

Assets, both short-term and long-term are an important part of any business. Do you know what your short and long-term assets are?

Small Business Liabilities

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 18, 2020

In order to run an effective and successful business, it's important to have a firm grasp on your liabilities and how they may impact your business.

Best High-Interest Savings Accounts In Canada 2024

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 17, 2020

Find out which are the best high interest savings accounts in Canada, save more and reach your financial goals faster.

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?

How To Avoid The Mortgage Stress Test

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 16, 2020

With the majority of propective Canadian homeowners going through the mortgage stress test? Is there a way to avoid this extra step?

The Effect Of Coronavirus On Canadian Mortgages

By Lisa Rennie
Published on March 16, 2020

With the effects of the coronavirus infiltrating all aspects of life, how is the real estate market coping and what is happening to your interest rate...