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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher became a CFA Charterholder in 2016. He has worked at some of the largest companies in Canada, working as an Energy Trader at Enmax, a Financial Advisor at RBC, and was a Wholesaler for CI Investments and Sentry Investments. He is a staff writer at Motley Fool with hundreds of articles contributed.

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: TFSA Limit Is $75,500 in 2021!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With the new $6,000 maximum contribution limit in 2021, the TFSA’s cumulative limit will reach $75,500. To earn higher tax-free…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried That a CPP Pension Isn’t Enough to Survive? Do These 3 Things!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP users who sense the inadequacy of the pension in retirement are practical. Act on it by saving more, keeping…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP 2021 Changes: Pension Contributions to Rise by 4.9%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The pension changes in 2021 and succeeding years will prove beneficial in the future when CPP users retire. They can…

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Coronavirus

$10,000 Invested in Air Canada (TSX:AC) at the Start of 2020 Is Worth This Much Today

| Christopher Liew, CFA

People who invested in Air Canada at the start of 2020 are losing by almost 50%. The stock price is…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: 2 Recent Investments That Shocked Canadians

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians found it shocking when Warren Buffett exited from the Restaurant Brands International stock and took a position in gold…

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Coronavirus

1 Upstart Canadian Company Is Changing the Way We Eat Food

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Goodfood Market stock is a great pick for growth investors. The Canadian upstart is changing the way people eat…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Pension Plan: Here’s How You Can Increase Your CPP Payout by 42%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Taking the CPP until 70 is more advantageous from a cash flow and savings perspective. Since building a nest egg…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Helpful Tax Deductions You Might Have Missed in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Another tax season is coming soon. Canadian taxpayers shouldn’t miss out on three tax deductions that are helpful to reduce…

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Dividend Stocks

A Market Crash Could Wipe Out 30% of Your TFSA: Here’s How to Prepare

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users must be ready for anything, including a market that could wipe out 30% of the account's value. Add…

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Dividend Stocks

REITs Are Vulnerable: Riocan (TSX:REI.UN) Slashes Dividends by 33%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite the “no dividend cut” promise in May 2020, the RioCan stock’s dividend will reduce by 33% effective January 2021.…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP 2021 Increase: If You Earn More Than $61,600, You’ll Pay the Max

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The increase in the maximum pensionable earnings under the CPP means those earning the limit will contribute more. To compensate…

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Retirement
Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Here’s 1 Simple Trick to Max Out Your CPP Pension

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP pension users can seriously considering using one simple trick to receive higher benefits. However, nothing is better than supplementing…

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Dividend Stocks

Over 60 and Not Sure If You Can Retire? Here’s a 3-Step Checklist

| Christopher Liew, CFA

People in their 60s who are not sure to retire can follow three steps to improve readiness. If you need…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: 1 Big TFSA Mistake Could Land You in Hot Water

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A TFSA user can face the wrath of the CRA by committing one grave mistake, which is frequent trading. Instead,…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Your TFSA Limit Is $6,000 More in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users will have more room following the CRA’s announcement of the annual contribution limit in 2021. Consider investing in…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA 2021 Update: Your TFSA Will Be $75,500

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With the recently announced annual contribution limit of $6,000, the TFSA cumulative contribution room will rise to $75,500 in 2021.…

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Tech Stocks

Warren Buffett’s Tech IPO Is up a Mind-Boggling 200% in 3 Months

| Christopher Liew, CFA

It took only three months for Warren Buffett’s conglomerate to earn $1.4 billion from a tech IPO. Perhaps he should…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Is Going Insane: Should You Buy These 2 Crypto Stocks?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite the blistering run of Bitcoin in 2020, the digital token remains a risky proposition. Hut 8 stock and HIVE…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Users: You Can Increase Your CPP Payments by 42%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Delaying the CPP until age 70 is a sure way to permanently increase the pension payments by 42%. However, to…

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Tech Stocks

The Canadian Housing Market Defies All Logic

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s housing market seems to be oblivious to the pandemic that it continues to post record sales month after month.…

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Investing

Bitcoin Almost at $20,000: Hive (TSXV:HIVE) Is Up an Insane 1,226% This Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The HIVE stock is surging in 2020 and outperforming Bitcoin, whose price is rising exponentially too. However, blockchain stocks and…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: Earn $800/Month That the CRA Can’t Tax!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Passive income in a TFSA is untouchable by the CRA. Users can earn as much as $800 in tax-free income…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Huge Tax Changes Are Coming Your Way in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The new TFSA and RRSP annual contributions are the much-awaited tax changes in 2021. To save for retirement or build…

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Dividend Stocks

10.9% CPP Pension: Your Take-Home Pay Will Be Smaller in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The increase in contribution rates will hurt CPP users but will redound to higher pension in the future. Since the…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Just Got Schooled by Elon Musk

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Elon Musk’s Tesla is outperforming Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway. He’s now the world’s second-wealthiest person in 2020 too. Meanwhile, Buffett…

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Increased a Staggering 77% in 50 Days

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Air Canada stock is showing signs of a rebound in recent weeks. Investors are happy with the 77% rally yet…

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Dividend Stocks

$6,000 TFSA Limit Increase in 2021: Get Your Stock Picks Ready!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users are getting ready to use their $6,000 TFSA contribution limits in 2021. Keyera stock and TransAlta Renewables stock…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Payments Are Rising in 2021:10.9% of Your Paycheck Could Disappear

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP users are biting the bullet again in 2021 as the third round of contribution rate means a smaller paycheck.…

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Dividend Stocks

Did You Receive CERB Payments? Be Ready to Fork Over Taxes to the CRA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CERB recipients in 2020 should be preparing for the taxes due on the benefits in 2021. The amount of the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Tremendous Stocks to Buy With Your New 2021 $6,000 TFSA Limit

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The opening salvo in 2021 is the new $6,000 TFSA limit. Users can include the Pembina stock and Power Corporation…

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$27,830 RRSP Limit Max in 2021: Save on CRA Taxes

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians saving for retirement can derive more tax savings again with the new RRSP maximum limit in 2021. Most RRSP…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2.0: 2 Safe Stocks to Buy if You’re Worried About a Recession

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors who are wary of a recession can find safety in two dividend-paying companies. B2Gold stock and Fortis stock can…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA $2,000 CRB: Are You Eligible for This Payment?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians who can’t claim EI benefits can turn to the CRA for financial support. Eligible applicants could receive $2,000 CRB…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: $27,700 Cash Benefits the CRA Handed Out This Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The cash benefits from the CRA for an individual during the pandemic could reach as much as $27,700. Canadians with…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Heavyweights That Are No-Brainer Buys

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The world is eagerly anticipating the rollout of COVID-19 vaccines that could end the pandemic. Meanwhile, income investors can buy…

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Warren Buffett: His 2 Top Lessons From the Pandemic

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett’s two top lessons from the 2020 pandemic can guide investors during the health crisis. Don’t lose sight of…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Don’t Forget to Claim These 2 Juicy Tax Deductions

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian taxpayers can lessen tax payables by not forgetting to claim two juicy tax deductions next year. For a lasting…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $6,000? Buy These 2 Dividend Stocks With the New TFSA Limit in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users should prime up their tax-free accounts for 2021. The $6,000 new limit can buy high-yield assets Enbridge stock…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Limit Update: New Contribution Room in 2021 Is $6,000!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA’s announcement of the $6,000 annual contribution limit for 2021 gives TFSA users fresh impetus to save the tax-free…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Rumour: 800,000 Canadians Might Have Collected CERB Fraudulently

| Christopher Liew, CFA

While the CRA disputes the rumour that 800,000 collected CERB fraudulently, it will take steps to verify the allegations. To…

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