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Author: Andrew Walker

Andrew has an MBA and has been writing for The Motley Fool Canada since 2014. As a contrarian investor, Andrew seeks out dividend opportunities the market is missing. He is a big fan of harnessing the power of compounding to grow a portfolio for retirement.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: How to Retire Wealthy Without a Company Pension

| Andrew Walker

It is possible for people without a company pension to retire rich.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Just Raised the Dividend by 40%: Should You Buy the Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Rising free cash flow is one reason to consider adding Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) to your portfolio.

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Energy Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How Retirees Can Earn an Extra $160 Per Week Tax-Free and Avoid OAS Pension Clawbacks

| Andrew Walker

Here's how retirees can use their TFSA to boost income while avoiding higher taxes and OAS clawbacks.

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Dividend Stocks

Portfolio Protection: 2 Top Stocks to Hold in a Market Downturn

| Andrew Walker

It might be a good time to consider defensive stocks for your portfolio. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Retirement Alert: Are CPP and OAS Pension Payments Sufficient to Survive?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian pensioners and those heading towards their retirement years are wondering if they can rely on the Canada Pension Plan…

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Dividend Stocks

TransAlta’s (TSX:TA) Stock Price Soars 25%: Should You Buy?

| Andrew Walker

The share price of TransAlta (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) is trading at a new multi-year high.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP 101: Top TSX Index Stocks to Start a Self-Directed Pension

| Andrew Walker

RRSP season is here and some top picks in the TSX Index appear attractive right now.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Pension Wealth: How $20,000 Can Grow to $580,000 in 20 Years

| Andrew Walker

A proven savings technique can help Canadian savers use their TFSA to build substantial funds for retirement.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE (TSX:BCE) Stock: Is the Share Price Headed to $70?

| Andrew Walker

Canada's largest communications company just gave investors another gift.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Wealth Fund: 2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Own for 40 Years

| Andrew Walker

Owning top dividend stocks inside a self-directed RRSP is a popular strategy for creating pension wealth.

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Cannabis Stocks

ACB (TSX:ACB) Stock: Should You Buy Aurora Cannabis Shares After the Latest News?

| Andrew Walker

The share price of Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) (NYSE:ACB) just fell another 15%. Is the sell-off overdone?

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Enbridge (TSX:ENB) or CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock Today for a High-Yield Portfolio?

| Andrew Walker

High-yield stocks with reliable and growing dividends are in demand.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Alert: 2 Top Canadian Income Stocks for Retirees

| Andrew Walker

These two stocks pay reliable dividends and won't keep you up at night.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: A Cheap Canadian Dividend Star to Add to Your Wealth Fund

| Andrew Walker

Investors can still find top stocks to buy at reasonable prices for their RRSP today.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Invest the $6,000 TFSA Contribution Increase and Turn it Into $150,000

| Andrew Walker

It is possible for Canadians to build a substantial pension fund using the TFSA. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

TransAlta (TSX:TA): A Cheap Stock Trading at a New Multi-Year High

| Andrew Walker

TransAlta is on a roll. Is the rally just beginning?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Dividend Investors: 2 High-Yield Stocks to Increase Tax-Free Income

| Andrew Walker

Owning dividend stocks inside a TFSA is a great way to generate income and not pay any of the earnings…

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Dividend Stocks

Pension $1 Million: Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Own for Decades

| Andrew Walker

It's possible to retire wealthy. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA 101: How to Earn $260 Per Month and Pay No Tax to the CRA

| Andrew Walker

Here's how Canadian investors can get the most out of their TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

A Really Cheap Stock for RRSP Investors in 2020

| Andrew Walker

RRSP investors can still find good deals in the TSX Index.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Pension: How to Invest in Top Canadian Stocks and Build a Wealth Fund for Retirement

| Andrew Walker

Owning top dividend stocks for the long haul can make investors wealthy. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: How Top Dividend Stocks Can Help You Retire Rich

| Andrew Walker

The RRSP is a great option to help Canadians set cash aside for the golden years.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Stock Be on Your Buy List Today?

| Andrew Walker

Gold is extending its gains, and that bodes well for the industry's largest players.

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Bank Stocks

RRSP Investors: A Top Canadian Stock for Building Retirement Wealth

| Andrew Walker

Owning a balanced portfolio of top dividend stocks is a proven strategy for creating RRSP wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How Retirees Can Increase Monthly Income by $312 and Protect OAS Pensions

| Andrew Walker

Here's how Canadian retirees can boost income without putting their OAS pension at risk of a clawback.

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Bank Stocks

RRSP Season: A Top Stock to Help Canadian Investors Retire Wealthy

| Andrew Walker

It's still possible to retire rich.

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Bank Stocks

Avoid Canada Revenue Agency OAS Clawbacks: 2 Steady Dividend Stocks for TFSA Income Investors

| Andrew Walker

Pensioners now have a way to earn more income on their savings while also protecting their OAS payments.

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Bank Stocks

RRSP 2020 Deadline: 2 Top Canadian Stocks for Self-Directed Pension Investors

| Andrew Walker

The RRSP is still an important tool for helping Canadians set aside cash for retirement.

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Investing

Is Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock a Buy as a Takeover Play?

| Andrew Walker

Is Bombardier worth much more than the market thinks?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Income Investors: 3 High-Yield Stocks to Boost Pension Earnings and Protect OAS Payments

| Andrew Walker

Here's how Canadian retirees can increase income without being hit by the OAS clawback.

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Dividend Stocks

RRSP Wealth: 2 Top Dividend Stocks to Help Canadians Retire Rich

| Andrew Walker

The RRSP deadline for making contributions for the 2019 tax year is March 2.

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Dividend Stocks

Value Investors: 2 Cheap Canadian Dividend Stocks for Your TFSA Pension Fund

| Andrew Walker

Buying top stocks when they are out of favour can result in significant long-term gains.

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Investing

TFSA Investor 101: How to Create a Substantial Tax-Free Wealth Fund for Retirement

| Andrew Walker

It's possible to build serious retirement wealth and not have to give the CRA part of the profits. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investor: 2 Defensive Stocks to Buy During the China Coronavirus Outbreak

| Andrew Walker

These stocks deserve to be on your radar when markets hit a rough patch.

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Energy Stocks

Oil Price Outlook: Should You Buy Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Oil stocks are under pressure as the coronavirus threatens Chinese oil demand.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Coronavirus Outbreak: How to Protect Your Portfolio if the Virus Continues to Spread

| Andrew Walker

As confirmed coronavirus cases rise, investors could start moving more funds to safe-haven assets.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Generate $695 in Extra Monthly Pension Income and Avoid OAS Clawbacks

| Andrew Walker

Canadian retirees have a secret weapon to earn more income while avoiding OAS clawbacks.

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Retirement
Dividend Stocks

RRSP Investors: 2 Top Dividend Stocks to Kickstart Your Pension Fund

| Andrew Walker

These two dividend stocks deserve to be on your RRSP radar.

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Investing

TFSA Value Investor Alert: An Oversold Industry Leader at a 12-Month Low

| Andrew Walker

There are still good deals in the TSX Index for TFSA investors.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investor: A Top Dividend Stock to Own if the BOC Cuts Rates in 2020

| Andrew Walker

This stock should benefit when the Bank of Canada cuts interest rates.

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