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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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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Execs Forecast Three Years of Pain: Should you SELL the Stock?

| Andrew Button

In its first quarter press release, Air Canada (TSX:AC) said it would take three years to get back to 2019…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks that CRUSHED Earnings Despite COVID-19!

| Andrew Button

Despite COVID-19, stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) managed to crush earnings in Q1.

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Is it Headed BACK to $1?

| Andrew Button

Not that long ago, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock was trading for just $1. Could it go that low again?

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Dividend Stocks

Got $3,000 to Invest? Here Are 3 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy in May

| Andrew Button

After the recent stock market crash, stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) remain historically cheap.

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Dividend Stocks

77% of Canadians Are Making This RRSP Mistake… and the CRA Is Reaping the Rewards!

| Andrew Button

Only 23% of Canadians are contributing to RRSPs, which means 77% are missing out on tax-deferred gains on ETFs like…

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Coronavirus

Market Crash 2020: Why Warren Buffett Isn’t Buying

| Andrew Button

Famous value investor Warren Buffett is not interested in buying stocks, especially not airlines like Air Canada (TSX:AC). Why?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Warren Buffett Getting Ready to Bail on Bank Stocks?

| Andrew Button

With Warren Buffett now selling bank stocks, should you trim your position in banks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY)?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Should You Take CPP at 60 Because of COVID-19?

| Andrew Button

If you hold ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in an RRSP, you don't need to take…

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Dividend Stocks

Laid off Due to COVID-19? That $2,000 CERB Check Won’t Get You Far

| Andrew Button

If you're worried that CERB won't get you far, consider dividend ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU).

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash Round 2: Now’s the Time to Prepare Yourself

| Andrew Button

If you're worried about a renewed stock market crash, a utility like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) could be your best friend.

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Coronavirus

Canadians: 3 Ways the CRA Can Help You During COVID-19!

| Andrew Button

If you hold stocks like Air Canada (TSX:AC), the Canada Revenue Agency has got your back.

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Coronavirus

Warren Buffett: Has He Really Lost His Magic Touch?

| Andrew Button

Over the years, Warren Buffett has avoided tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP), and it may have hurt his returns.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Save $300 on Your Tax Bill and Avoid OAS Clawbacks!

| Andrew Button

To reduce the risk of OAS clawbacks, hold dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees Beware: The CRA Will Tax Your CPP and OAS!

| Andrew Button

If you're worried about having your CPP and OAS taxed, holding ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU)…

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Dividend Stocks

WARNING: The CRA Could Take Back Your $2,000/Month CERB Payments!

| Andrew Button

To play it safe with the CRA, consider owning dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) instead of getting the CERB.

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Brace for More Pain

| Andrew Button

Faced with prolonged route closure, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock could be looking at more pain ahead.

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Coronavirus

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock: Could This Be the End?

| Andrew Button

Thanks to the virtual shutdown of international travel, Bombardier Inc (TSX:BBD.B) is losing even more money than before.

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Coronavirus

Better Buy: Air Canada (TSX:AC) vs. Cargojet (TSX:CJT)

| Andrew Button

If you're interested in Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock but worried about the risk, this small airline may be a good…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Bank Stocks: Could They Survive a Housing Market Crash?

| Andrew Button

Canadian banks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) have heavy exposure to the housing market.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Tax Changes: Will You Pay More in 2020?

| Andrew Button

If you're worried about the CRA increasing your taxes, hold ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in…

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Coronavirus

Recession Alert: This Billionaire Investor Says you Should Buy Gold!

| Andrew Button

If you're looking for a recession-resistant investment, you could consider gold stocks like Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX).

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Rally: 3 Stocks Looking Bullish Right Now!

| Andrew Button

Stocks like Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) are looking bullish after Q1 earnings.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Do THIS to Recession-Proof Your RRSP!

| Andrew Button

If you're looking to recession-proof your portfolio, consider utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS).

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Coronavirus

Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC): This TINY Airline Stock Just SMASHED Earnings!

| Andrew Button

After posting stellar Q1 earnings, Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) stock is looking bullish.

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Says Global Travel Will Resume by Christmas: Should You Buy the Stock?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is saying that international travel should resume by Christmas. Does that make it a buy?

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Coronavirus

Will Canada’s Housing Market Collapse in 2020?

| Andrew Button

REITs like the RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) could be in trouble if the real estate market collapses.

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Coronavirus

Global Recession: Is It Time to Look at Gold Stocks?

| Andrew Button

If the global recession gets worse, gold stocks like Kirkland Lake Gold (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) could be good buys.

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Is Selling Stocks but STILL Recommends You Buy THIS!

| Andrew Button

Warren Buffett is selling stocks right now but does recommend holding index funds like the Horizons S&P 500 Index Fund…

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Coronavirus

Will Air Canada (TSX:AC) Get Sued Into Oblivion?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) already has a lot of problems, now a lawsuit against it threatens even more headaches.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 5 Tax Breaks You Can Grab in 2020!

| Andrew Button

If you hold dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) you can claim several Canada Revenue Agency tax credits.

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Dividend Stocks

Oil Stocks, Airlines, or ETFs: Where’s the Best Place to Invest Your Money?

| Andrew Button

Many investors are considering buying Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock, but is it a good idea?

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Coronavirus

BREAKING: Air Canada (TSX:AC) Loses $1.05 BILLION in the 1st Quarter!

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has released its first-quarter earnings, and they were pretty terrible.

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Coronavirus

Warren Buffett Dumps ALL of His Airline Stocks! Should You Sell Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

| Andrew Button

Warren Buffett recently sold ALL of his airline stocks. Should you sell Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

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Dividend Stocks

3 “Essential Service” Stocks That Will Survive COVID-19 Unscathed

| Andrew Button

Essential service stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) will survive COVID-19 unscathed.

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Dividend Stocks

Oil Price Recovery: Is Enbridge (TSX:ENB) or Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) a Better Buy?

| Andrew Button

If oil prices continue recovering, Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) both stand to gain. But which benefits more?

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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Average RRSP Balance: Does Yours Measure Up?

| Andrew Button

According to new research, Canadians prefer "safe" investments like the BMO Mid-Cap U.S. Investment Grade Corporate Bond Index ETF (TSX:ZIC).

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Huge Tax Deductions You Need to Know in 2020!

| Andrew Button

Tax deductions make it wise to hold dividend stocks like iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in an RRSP.

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Take CPP Benefits Early Because of COVID-19?

| Andrew Button

If you don't own large positions in dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS), you may need to take CPP early.

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Coronavirus

WARNING: An Air Canada (TSX:AC) Bailout Won’t Save Investors!

| Andrew Button

If Air Canada (TSX:AC) gets a bailout, it could see equity dilution, which would harm current shareholders.

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Rally: Is TD Bank (TSX:TD) Still Cheap?

| Andrew Button

At its present price, the Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) may still be a bargain.

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