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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.

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Dividend Stocks

Retire Early: How $25,000 Can Become $300,000 in Your TFSA in 20 Years

| Andrew Walker

Investing in Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and other top TSX Index dividend stocks could set you up for early…

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Dividend Stocks

High-Yield Investors: Should You Buy Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) or Vermilion Energy (TSX:VET) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline Ltd (TSX:IPL) and Vermilion Energy Inc (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) offer yields above 8%. Is one safe to buy right now?

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Dividend Stocks

How to Generate $7,000 in Annual Tax-Free Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF) is one of many Canadian stocks that pays attractive and growing dividends and that deserve to…

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Dividend Stocks

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) Raises Dividend Again: Time to Buy This Stock?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) just raised its dividend for the second time in the past six months. Time to buy this…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Buy Cenovus Energy (TSX:CVE) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) has significant upside potential. When should contrarian investors buy the stock?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Ride a Toronto Raptors Rally

| Andrew Walker

The Toronto Raptors are headed to the NBA finals, and that bodes well for Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Passive Income Stocks to Add to Your TFSA Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) (NYSE:CM) and another two top TSX Index dividend stocks might be interesting…

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Dividend Stocks

An Oversold Dividend Growth Stock Yielding 4% for Your TFSA Today

| Andrew Walker

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU) (NYSE:SU) raised its dividend by 17% for 2019 . Is the recent pullback in the stock…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) or Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) and Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of Canada's top stocks. Is one a better…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income Alert: 2 Reliable Dividend Stocks to Own in Your TFSA for Decades

| Andrew Walker

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) (NYSE:RY) and another TSX Index giant should be attractive picks right now for a passive-income…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirement Investors: 3 Top TSX Index Stocks Yielding 5% With Strong Upside Potential

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) and another two unloved TSX Index stocks offer attractive dividends today and a shot at…

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Dividend Stocks

Contrarian Investors: Score a Dividend Yield of 8% on This Oversold Stock

| Andrew Walker

Inter Pipeline (TSX:IPL) Ltd. has raised its dividend every year for a decade and currently provides an 8% yield. Time…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: A Top TSX Index Stock to Own During a Market Correction

| Andrew Walker

Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) tends to hold up well when the broader market hits a rough patch. Is now the time…

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Dividend Stocks

Real Estate Investors: 2 Canadian Stocks to Hold for Decades

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Brookfield Asset Management Inc. (TSX:BAM.A)(NYSE:BAM) and another top real estate player deserve to be on your radar.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Dividend Stocks for Passive-Income Investors

| Andrew Walker

Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and another two top Canadian dividend stocks deserve to be on your passive-income radar right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Are These 2 Top TSX Index Stocks Now Oversold?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and another Canadian giant with international operations are down from recent highs. Is one a buy right…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy CIBC (TSX:CM) Stock Today?

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) just reported results that missed analyst expectations. Should you buy or sell the stock…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Index Dividend Stocks to Diversify Your RRSP

| Andrew Walker

Sun Life Financial Inc (TSX:SLF)(NYSE:SLF) and another two top stocks deserve to be on your radar when building a balanced…

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Dividend Stocks

Young Investors: How $50,000 Can Become $600,000 in Just 20 Years in Your TFSA Retirement Fund

| Andrew Walker

Holding top dividend-growth stocks such as Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) inside a TFSA can help Canadians hit their retirement goals. Here's…

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Dividend Stocks

How Canadian Retirees Can Earn an Extra $5K in Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

Here's how owning stocks such as Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) can help retirees boost their income without taking a tax hit.

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Energy Stocks

Could These Two Stocks Under $5 Double by 2020?

| Andrew Walker

Baytex Energy (TSX:BTE) (NYSE:BTE) and Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) remain out of favour. Could one surprise to the upside by the end…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: A TSX Index Stock With a 5.9% Dividend Yield to Start Your Passive Income Fund

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) (NYSE:ENB) deserves to be on your radar today.

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Stocks for Beginners

Should You Buy Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) Stock as a Safety Play?

| Andrew Walker

Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:GOLD) appears cheap today, as geopolitical uncertainty threatens to launch another gold rally.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is Now the Right Time to Buy HEXO (TSX:HEXO) Stock?

| Andrew Walker

HEXO Corp (TSX:HEXO) could become a takeover target after its recent deal. Should you own the stock today?

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Income Stocks to Buy Now and Own for 15 Years

| Andrew Walker

Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) and another two steady dividend payers are worth a closer look today.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks Hitting New Highs

| Andrew Walker

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and another Canadian giant are near or above new 12-month highs. Is it time to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Cheap Canadian Dividend Stocks for Retirees

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and another two dividend stocks deserve to be on your radar right now.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Passive Income Picks for Your TFSA Portfolio Today

| Andrew Walker

Fortis (TSX:FTS) (NYSE:FTS) and another Canadian dividend leader are attractive picks right now for an income-focused TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Unknown TSX Index Dividend-Growth Stars to Own for Decades

| Andrew Walker

Waste Connections Inc. (TSX:WCN)(NYSE:WCN) and another under-the-radar stock deserve to be in your portfolio. Here's why.

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Dividend Stocks

Bombardier (TSX:BBD.B) Stock Drops Back to $2: Should You Buy?

| Andrew Walker

Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is in another tailspin. Is the stock oversold?

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Dividend Stocks

Is TD Bank (TSX:TD) or Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) a Better Stock to Begin a TFSA Retirement Fund?

| Andrew Walker

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) and Canadian National Railway Company (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) are popular picks for a TFSA pension fund. Should you buy…

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Dividend Stocks

An Attractive Canadian Stock to Diversify Your Geographic Exposure

| Andrew Walker

Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) (NYSE:SLF) is building an attractive global business. Is this the right time to buy the stock?

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Dividend Stocks

2 Cheap TSX Index Stocks for Your Retirement Portfolio Today

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) and another TSX Index giant appear oversold. Is this the right time to buy?

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top TSX Index Dividend Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for 30 Years

| Andrew Walker

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and another two top TSX Index stocks appear attractive right now for a new dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

How Canadian Couples Can Collect $750 Per Month in Tax-Free Passive Income

| Andrew Walker

Here's how dividend-growth stocks such as Power Financial Corp (TSX:PWF) can help you set up a passive-income portfolio in your…

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Dividend Stocks

An Oversold TSX Index Stock With a 5% Yield to Buy Now and Hold for 10 Years

| Andrew Walker

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is trading at a large discount to its peers. Is this the right time…

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Energy Stocks

Contrarian Investors: 2 Unloved Oil Stocks to Buy Today

| Andrew Walker

Here's why Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources Ltd (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) deserve to be on your radar right now.

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Dividend Stocks

Should Fortis (TSX:FTS) or Toronto Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) Stock Be in Your TFSA?

| Andrew Walker

Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) are two of Canada's top dividend stocks. Is one a better TFSA pick…

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Dividend Stocks

Why Is Nutrien (TSX:NTR) a Top Stock to Help Your RRSP Grow?

| Andrew Walker

Nutrien Ltd (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) has the potential to generate significant free cash flow. Should you buy this stock today?

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Stocks for Beginners

Is It Safe to Buy Aphria (TSX:APH) Stock Right Now?

| Andrew Walker

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH)(NYSE:APH) currently trades lower than it did at this time last year. Is the stock a buy at…

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