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Author: Andrew Button

Andrew Button is a freelance financial writer with extensive experience writing about stocks, real estate and managed products. His portfolio consists mainly of blue chip dividend paying stocks and index funds. He has completed the Canadian Securities Course and passed the CFA Level 1 exam. Follow Andrew on Twitter: twitter.com/AJButton2

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Lost 55% of His Money in This Canadian Stock

| Andrew Button

So far, Warren Buffett is down 67% on his investment in Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU).

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Dividend Stocks

WARNING: Experts Think Canada’s Housing Market Will Crash

| Andrew Button

If the housing market crashes, healthcare REITs like NorthWest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) could do better than housing.

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Dividend Stocks

Not EI-Eligible? Apply for the CRB Instead!

| Andrew Button

If you receive the CRB you could invest part of the money in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS), and grow…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Apply for Canada Recovery Benefits (CRB)!

| Andrew Button

With the transition from EI to CRB, index funds like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Fund (TSX:XIC) could get a…

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Dividend Stocks

Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden: Will the Stock Market Care?

| Andrew Button

If Joe Biden wins the U.S. election, it will probably be good for stocks that export to the U.S., like…

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Dividend Stocks

Is the CERB Extended in October?

| Andrew Button

Transitioning from the CERB to EI is a big decision. It also has implications if you invest in stocks like…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Transition From the CERB to EI?

| Andrew Button

If you invest in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC), transitioning from the CERB to EI…

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Dividend Stocks

The CERB End Date Is Here

| Andrew Button

The CERB is officially done. What does that mean if you invest in ETFs like the BMO Covered Calls Utilities…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Update: The CERB Officially Ends Tomorrow!

| Andrew Button

The CERB is being replaced by new benefits, which is good news for investors in stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Dividend Stocks

Revamped EI: Is it Basically a CERB Extension?

| Andrew Button

With new benefits being rolled out to replace the CERB, you can invest in ETFs like the iShares S&/TSX 60…

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Dividend Stocks

EI, CRB and CRCB: 3 CERB Replacements That Pay $500/Week

| Andrew Button

There are two main benefits replacing the CERB... You can also build your own with ETFs like the BMO Mid-Term…

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Dividend Stocks

CERB-to-EI Transition: How to Keep Your $500/Week

| Andrew Button

The CERB is transitioning to EI, which may have implications if you invest in stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Dividend Stocks

CERB 2.0: Parliament Votes YES on 3 $500/Week Extended Cash Benefits!

| Andrew Button

You can receive up to $13,000 from the three new CERB-replacement benefits. That can go far if you invest it…

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Dividend Stocks

Will the CRA Extend the CERB? No, but the Replacement Is WAY Better!

| Andrew Button

Thanks to the new CERB replacements being rolled out, you can invest more money in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

Will the CERB Be Extended in October?

| Andrew Button

With the CERB transitioning to EI, stocks like Loblaw Co (TSX:L) may be able to stay afloat.

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Dividend Stocks

Confused About the CERB Transition to EI? Here’s What You Need to Know

| Andrew Button

The CERB is transitioning to EI. That has implications if you invest in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS).

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Cash: New CERB Replacement Increased to $500/Week!

| Andrew Button

The CERB is now being replaced with $500/week EI. That's a big deal--particularly if you invest in ETFs like the…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: The Painful Part Isn’t Over

| Andrew Button

Many investors think an Air Canada (TSX:AC) rebound is coming, but these statistics paint a different picture.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy in a Market Crash

| Andrew Button

In the midst of a market crash, investors have the opportunity to buy Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) on the dip.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Rallies Despite Data Breach

| Andrew Button

Last week, Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock rallied, despite a major hacking incident.

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: The Terrifying Numbers

| Andrew Button

Based on its earnings so far this year, Air Canada (TSX:AC) is in bad shape for the remainder of 2020.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Build Wealth in a Market Crash

| Andrew Button

In the midst of a market crash brought on by a recession, stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can serve you well.

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Tech Stocks

Is Bitcoin’s 2020 Rally Going to Crash?

| Andrew Button

With Bitcoin rallying in 2020, should you buy blockchain stocks like HIVE Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE)?

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Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) SOARS 15% in 1 Day Then Loses $1.8 Billion!

| Andrew Button

Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) just released its Q4 earnings after soaring 15% in a single day.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Snowflake! These 3 Canadian IPOs Did WAY Better!

| Andrew Button

Snowflake Inc (NYSE:SNOW) had a very popular IPO, but LightSpeed POS Inc's (TSX:LSPD) IPO actually performed better.

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Dividend Stocks

Want to Retire Early? Buy Stocks in 2020

| Andrew Button

If you want to retire young, stock ETFs like the Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (TSX:VFV)(NYSE:VOO) are the way to…

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Dividend Stocks

Homeowners Beware: Canada’s Housing Market Could Crash This Fall

| Andrew Button

The housing market could crash in the fall, but REITs like Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) are good options.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks for Safety in a Market Crash 2.0

| Andrew Button

If the market continues to sell off, you'll want utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in your portfolio.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Facedrive (TSXV:FD): This Tiny Tech Stock Has Far More Upside

| Andrew Button

There's a lot of hype right now about Facedrive Inc (TSXV:FD), but one tiny tech stock has better fundamentals.

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash 2.0: The September Sell-off Accelerates

| Andrew Button

The stock market is once again crashing, but this time tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) aren't the main culprit.

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock: Will the Crash Continue?

| Andrew Button

Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock tanked last week. Will the bleeding stop?

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Dividend Stocks

This 2001 Warren Buffett Quote Should Terrify Canadian Investors

| Andrew Button

A 2001 Warren Buffett quote sheds light on why he sold Canadian stocks like Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Tanks As Flights Get Cancelled

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is headed for another brutal quarter as travel demand isn't picking up.

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Dividend Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) vs. Air Canada (TSX:AC): Which Stock Should You Buy?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is seeing a lot of momentum lately, but Canada's largest bank is a safer bet.

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash 2.0: 3 Safe Stocks to Help You Survive

| Andrew Button

If you're looking for safe stocks to carry you through a market crash, Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) would be a good…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Unstoppable Dividend Stocks to Buy in September 2020

| Andrew Button

Despite COVID-19 headwinds, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD.B) is looking unstoppable in September.

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Tech Stocks

MARKET CRASH 2.0: Panic Reigns as Stocks Slide in September 2020

| Andrew Button

Once again, stocks are falling, led by tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Dividend Stocks

Is Canada’s Stock Market a Bubble Set to Pop?

| Andrew Button

Stocks have been rallying since late spring 2020. Are ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) in…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Mortgage Debt SURGED Post-Pandemic: Is a Housing Market Crash Next?

| Andrew Button

If you're worried about the housing market, you could consider alternative real estate investments like NorthWest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN).

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How to Buy 10 Years of Retirement for $6,000

| Andrew Button

With as little as $6,000 invested in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC), you can build…

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