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

How To Tell If Your Debt Collector Is A Fraud

By Lisa Rennie
Published on September 16, 2014

If you ever receive calls from a debt collector, find out if they're real before you pay. While some calls are real, others can be a debt collection s...

How Much Will A Debt Collector Settle For?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on September 9, 2014

Do you owe money to a debt collection agency? Find out if and how you can get a debt collector to settle for less than you owe.

Should You Cosign A Loan? The Good And The Bad

By Lisa Rennie
Published on August 7, 2014

When you cosign a loan, you're not only helping someone get approved for a loan, but you're taking responsibility for the loan.

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.

How Long Does Bankruptcy Stay On Your Credit Report In Canada?

By Lisa Rennie
Published on August 19, 2013

how long does bankruptcy stay on your credit report in Canada? Find out here and get some great tips to improve your credit score.

Your Guide To Mortgage Down Payments In Canada

By Lisa Rennie
Published on July 9, 2013

Learn everything you need to know about down payments in Canada. How much should you put down and how it'll affect your mortgage.

Open vs. Closed Mortgages

By Lisa Rennie
Published on July 20, 2012

What are the differences between open and closed mortgages? Which is better for you? What advantages and disadvantages does each offer? Read on to fin...