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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

$8,000 CERB Payment: Set Aside at Least 20% Tax for the CRA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The $8,000 CERB payment is taxable so you must save some for the tax next year. If you can invest…

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Dividend Stocks

Have a Child? The CRA Could Give You $300 Extra

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The federal government knows the difficulty of parents due to the pandemic. By way of support, there is a CCB…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Can He Still Pull a Rabbit Out of His Hat?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett can still spring a surprise in 2020. The legendary investor might also be thinking of investing in REITS…

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Dividend Stocks

Hooray! Students Can Receive a $5,000 CRA Emergency Payment

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Students and recent graduates in Canada are receiving a slew of federal support, including a $5,000 grant. For those with…

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Dividend Stocks

$8,000 CRA CERB: Is Your Time Running Out to Receive it?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA is on the fourth of seven cycles in paying the CERB. Your time might run out of time…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: 3 Reasons to Not Buy it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors should not invest in the Air Canada stock anytime soon. The airline company has money problems, full-refund issues with…

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Dividend Stocks

$500/Week CRA CERB: Are Your 16 Weeks Almost Up?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CERB is a temporary financial relief and the CRA will stop paying after 16 weeks. If you need emergency…

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Dividend Stocks

Yes, the Market Will Crash Again: Here Are 3 Ways You Can Prepare

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The best way to counter an impending market crash is early preparation. If you seek investment protection, the BCE stock…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Tax Relief: You Could Get an Extra $400 GST Refund

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The one-time GST boost in April 2020 is one of the many tax breaks for Canadians during the pandemic. Aside…

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Investing

China vs. America: Why Canadian Investors Should Worry

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If the U.S. and China conflict blows over, Canada will be caught in the middle. The Canada Goose stock and…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Unreasonably Battered Stocks Just Became Too Cheap to Ignore

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Fiera Capital stock and Pizza Pizza Royalty stock are enticing investment options in the pandemic. Aside from trading at…

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Dividend Stocks

Boost Both Your OAS and CPP Pension in 1 Fell Swoop

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The wise move for healthy would-be retirees is to delay the OAS and CPP. If you have other income sources…

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC): Did You Miss Your Chance to Buy in 2020?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You did not miss anything if you were not able to buy the Air Canada stock in 2020. It’s good…

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Tech Stocks

If the Market Crashes Again in 2020, Go BIG on These 2 Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If ever another market crash comes around in 2020, be ready to take positions in the Open Text stock and…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Airlines: Buy This 1 REIT Stock Instead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Air Canada stock will be out of the limelight for the next three years. In contrast, the Summit Industrial…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Users: 3 Harsh Realities About Retirement

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Retirement planning requires extensive preparation to overcome the harsh realities in the sunset years. If you need to grow your…

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Dividend Stocks

Are Your CPP Pension Payments Safe After This Market Crash?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

According to the Chief Actuary of Canada, the CPP is safe and sustainable for the next 75 years. If you…

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Dividend Stocks

The World Is Watching Warren Buffett’s Latest Moves

| Christopher Liew, CFA

After selling airline stocks and keeping the Suncor Energy stock, investors are eagerly waiting the next moves of Warren Buffett.…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: You Could Receive a $300 OAS Boost

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Retirees and senior citizens are due to receive a one-time OAS boost. But it can help retirees more if they…

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You Should Know This
Dividend Stocks

How to Receive an Extra $300 OAS Boost and Avoid the 15% Clawback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The one-time OAS payment is good news to seniors, but the OAS clawback remains the thorn. You can offset the…

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Tech Stocks

The CRA Is a Hero for Canadians in Need With 2 Emergency Payments

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The painstaking work during the pandemic makes CRA the hero of workers and students. Benefit recipients with free cash can…

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Dividend Stocks

$2,000 CRA Emergency CERB: Is it a Mistake?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

After creating the temporary CERB, many are calling on the federal government to make it a permanent universal basic income.…

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Dividend Stocks

Students of Canada: Are You Eligible for $5,000 Crisis Money?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The federal government is offering a $5,000 grant to Canadian students who will volunteer to help in the COVID-19 efforts.…

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Dividend Stocks

Did Warren Buffett’s Luck Finally Run Out?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett is a successful investor because of his investment philosophy and not luck. He is careful in 2020 that…

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Investing

Is Now the Best or Worst Time to Buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Air Canada stock will take long to reclaim its investment-grade status. If you’re thinking of buying this airline stock,…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Tax Warning: The $500/Week CERB Is Taxable!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA warns that CERB is employment income and therefore, taxable. You can save some for the tax payment or…

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Stock Market Overreacting to Good COVID-19 News?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

News of an improving COVID-19 situation is fueling a stock market rally. For forward-looking investors, the Enbridge stock and Shopify…

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Dividend Stocks

Has Warren Buffett Lost His Midas Touch?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett is losing in 2020, not because his Midas touch is gone. The billionaire investor is playing it safe…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Parents Could Get an Extra $300 for Their Child

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian parents are receiving an extra $300 in child benefit. The money can ease the financial burden during the pandemic.…

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Dividend Stocks

The CRA Isn’t Messing Around With These 2 Crisis Payouts

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA deserves praise from workers and students for the crisis payouts. CERB and CESB will lessen the economic pain…

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Dividend Stocks

$500 OAS and GIS One-Time Boost: Do You Qualify?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Seniors are finally getting due recognition with the one-time boost in OAS and GIS benefits. However, retirees will have more…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Should You Buy if it Hits $10/Share?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Some investors will be tempted to invest if the Air Canada stock falls to $10. However, if you know the…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Less Taxes? Do This 1 Neat Trick With Your TFSA and RRSP

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TFSA and RRSP are not only investment tools but are tax-savers as well. Users of both accounts usually have…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension and OAS: Why $1,286.40/Month Just Isn’t Enough

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The best way to fortify your retirement security is to save and invest in income-generating assets like the Bank of…

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Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Stock: $0 Is a Very Real Possibility

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Months before COVID-19, the marijuana industry was already plagued with problems. Investors lost interest in the Aurora Cannabis stock because…

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Coronavirus

5 Ways the CRA Is Doing a Fantastic COVID-19 Job for Canada

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA is doing the thankless job of helping not only individuals but also distressed companies during the COVID-19 pandemic.…

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Retirement
Dividend Stocks

Ready to Retire? Do This 3-Step To-Do List to Make Sure

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You will have the confidence to retire and look forward to retirement by following three simple steps. The most crucial…

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Dividend Stocks

$500/Week CERB Crisis Money: Beware of the CRA Taxes

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CERB is taxable, so if possible, leave a portion for taxes. But earnings from a dividend-payer like the National…

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Coronavirus

Warren Buffett: “I Made a Mistake” About Airlines

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett lost big in the airline industry that he never liked. He owned up to his mistake and warned…

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Investing

CRA Student Crisis Money: Can You Get $5,000?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada did not forget to include financial measures for students. The help comes in the form of student emergency benefits…

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