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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.

Recent Articles

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Tech Stocks

A $200 Billion Canada Pension Fund Doubled Holdings in BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Then Dumped Disney (NYSE:DIS)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The BlackBerry stock is suddenly in the limelight following the revelation that a giant Canada Pension Fund sold its shares…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Commit These 2 TFSA Blunders and the CRA Will Charge You Taxes

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Day trading and overcontribution are why some TFSA users pay penalty taxes. With correct usage, income from the Husky stock…

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HIGH VOLTAGE ELECRICITY TOWERS
Dividend Stocks

Earn Forever From These 2 Utility Stocks With Bond-Like Features

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Canadian Utilities stock and Fortis stock offer would-be investors the chance earn dividends forever. Both are top-notch defensive stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Believe the 3 Myths That Say Your RRSP Isn’t a Good Way to Save for Retirement

| Christopher Liew, CFA

It’s normal to compare the RRSP with the TFSA, but it's wrong to say the account is not a good…

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Economic Turbulence
Cannabis Stocks

Aurora (TSX:ACB) Has Sunk From a $7.62 Billion Market Cap in 2019 to $2.4 Billion Today

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Disaster struck Aurora Cannabis stock and caused a steep market value drop of $5 billion in less than a year.…

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Dividend Stocks

Dislike Taxes? This CRA Rule Update Means You Will Pay Less in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can save for seed capital from the 2020 CRA tax-break and use the money to invest in high-yielding assets…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify’s (TSX:SHOP) Latest Q4 2019 Earnings Reveals Why It’s King of Canada Tech

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The leading tech stock in Canada is none other than the Shopify stock. In recent years, the rise has been…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Crucial Steps to Take the Year Before You Retire

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A dividend stock with an industry-leading yield like the American Hotel Income Properties stock can be your income generator in…

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Where to Invest?
Dividend Stocks

2 Must-Own Stocks for a Lifetime of Safe Dividends

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The dividend growth streaks of the Canadian Western Bank stock and Enbridge stock are the compelling reasons why both companies…

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Dividend Stocks

Elon Musk to Warren Buffett: Value Investing Isn’t Working Anymore

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Elon Musk and Warren Buffett are bickering over strategies. However, investors should keep their focus on Buffett’s TSX holdings Suncor…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s How Your Tax-Free Balance Could Be $1 Million

| Christopher Liew, CFA

With the Laurentian Bank stock and SmartCentres stock plus a holding period of at least 35 years, TFSA investors could…

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Dividend Stocks

Retire 5 Years Earlier With 6 Simple Steps

| Christopher Liew, CFA

People who were able to retire early took the necessary steps. A careful financial deliberation and investments in blue-chip assets…

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You Should Know This
Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 1 Thing to Know if You Get Hit by the 15% OAS Clawback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The impact of the 15% OAS clawback is a reduction in pension. Avoid financial dislocation by investing in the Brookfield…

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Cannabis Stocks

Is Aurora (TSX:ACB) Doomed? Why 2020 Is a Make or Break Year for ACB Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The popular Aurora Cannabis stock is losing its attractiveness. After its dismal quarterly results, the company is fighting for survival.…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Can You Survive on ONLY Your OAS and CPP Pension?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The generous dividends from assets like the Fiera Capital stock and MCAN stock can be your retirement income, while the…

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Dividend Stocks

Turning 60 Soon? You Might Want to Delay Your CPP Pension Until 70

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can consider delaying the CPP pension until 70 and get a big financial advantage if you don’t have health…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investor: 1 High-Yield Dividend Stock That Yields Up to 4.96%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The race is on between the celebrated Magna stock and the underdog New Flyer stock. TFSA investors have two excellent…

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Dividend Stocks

This Warren Buffett TSX Stock Paid $4.9 Billion in Dividends in 2019

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite its biggest quarterly net loss ever, legendary investor Warren Buffett, along with other investors, are not likely to dump…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Pay $0 Taxes on Investment Gains in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The new TFSA contribution limit in 2020 is $6,000. Investors can once more realize a tax-free financial bonanza from generous…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Ways to Win by TKO Over the 15% OAS Clawback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Pensioners are learning to fight back and limit the effects of the 15% OAS clawback. A diversified portfolio consisting of…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s 1 Important Change About the TFSA for 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The important change in the TFSA in 2020 should motivate users to use the account to the hilt. If you…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension User: 65 Could Be the Perfect Age for You to Take Your CPP Pension

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TFSA and RRSP should work in your favor when planning for retirement. Coupled with investment income from the BNS…

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Dividend Stocks

OAS Clawback: 2 Cunning Ways to Avoid the 15% OAS Tax

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The 15% OAS tax is disappointing, but you have two cunning ways around it. Your tax-free earnings from the RioCan…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Increasing: You Have to Pay More Into CPP in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Pension experts see the CPP enhancement as a retirement income security. But investments in the WSP Global stock and Seven…

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Dividend Stocks

These 2 Defensive Stocks = Market Crash Protection in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Combining the Loblaw stock and Choice Properties stock in a portfolio is a defensive posture. Investors are not only protected…

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Canadian Dollars
Dividend Stocks

How Super-Rich Canadians Are Growing Wealth by 15% Every Year

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Canadian National Railway stock and Enbridge stock have proven that you can grow your wealth by 15% annually. You…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA 2020 Tax Adjustment: Increase Your $931 Tax Relief to $20,000

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Tax-reliefs that add money to your pocket can be converted to tax-free earnings. You can purchase the cheaper Whitecap Resources…

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Canadian Dollars
Dividend Stocks

No Savings? No Problem: Follow These 3 Steps to Build Cash Quickly

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Without savings, life can be stressful. But starting from scratch to build cash quickly is not impossible if you only…

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Economic Turbulence
Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 1 Common RRSP and TFSA Mistake That Trigger Costly Penalties

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can’t bend the RRSP and TFSA rules on overcontribution. Strictly monitor your contribution limits to keep earnings from the…

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Dividend Stocks

Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck in 2020: Invest Instead!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Don’t live from paycheck to paycheck anymore. Save to increase your savings rate and then invest in the Ensign Energy…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Scary Outcomes of Not Saving Enough Money

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You lose the opportunity to build a substantial nest egg by not saving enough money. With the Toronto Dominion stock…

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You Should Know This
Dividend Stocks

Don’t Just Rely Solely on Your CPP and OAS Pension When You Retire: Invest!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CPP and OAS are foundations for retirees and not replacement income. Investing in dividend payers like the Laurentian Bank…

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Stocks for Beginners

Retirees: 2 Nifty Tricks to Boost Your After-Tax CPP Pension

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If you're about to take your CPP Pension soon, read this. Investing in low-volatility stocks such as Dollarama stock is…

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Dividend Stocks

Why This 1 CPP Pension Stock is a Must-Own in 2020

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The WSP Global stock is an enticing investment options in 2020.

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension User: Bankroll Your Retirement With 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Would-be retirees can be self-sufficient if there are other sources of income on top of pension plans. By owning high-yield…

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Investing

This 1 Aerospace Stock Can Fly Higher Than Air Canada (TSX:AC)

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) is fresh from an incredible performance in 2019, but a repeat performance is doubtful. Another name in…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Beware of the 12% Penalty Tax on Your TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Responsible TFSA users shouldn’t be paying any tax — only maximizing the tax-free gains from investments in Royal Bank of…

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Dividend Stocks

Debunked: 2 Investing Lies That Won’t Make You Rich

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Two common investing lies have been debunked. From here on out, you can make well-informed decisions and start your journey…

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Energy Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 TFSA Mistakes to Avoid Big Trouble With the CRA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Day-trading and over-contributing are two instances where the CRA will be at your back. If you can avoid these mistakes…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Get Inspired by These 2 Awesome Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA investors should be including Canadian Tire stock and Transcontinental stock in their lists of investment options. The present performances…

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