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Author: Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Stocks: 2 Consumer Staples to Buy for 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

Consumer staple sare usually thought of as defensive investments, but these two high-growth consumer staple stocks offer investors much more.

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Tech Stocks

Buy Alert: This Canadian IPO Stock Is on Fire!

| Daniel Da Costa

IPO stocks can offer investors the potential for major gains. But this recent Canadian IPO is one of the best…

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Coronavirus

Warren Buffett: Buy This, Not That

| Daniel Da Costa

In this uncertain environment, it's not easy to pick stocks. Here's what Warren Buffett's been buying and what he's avoided…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Earn an Extra $750 a Month of Tax-Free Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can use the tools offered to you by the Canada Revenue Agency to earn extra income each…

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Coronavirus

Warren Buffett: How to Handle the Current Environment

| Daniel Da Costa

2020 has created an uncertain investing environment like we've never seen before. Here's how the world's best investor, Warren Buffett,…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canadian Investors: Only 18 Days Left to Claim This Tax Credit!

| Daniel Da Costa

Looking for ways to save on taxes? Here's one major tax credit that's expiring soon that every Canadian investor should…

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Coronavirus

Market Crash 2021: 2 TSX Stocks Most at Risk

| Daniel Da Costa

Despite several vaccines on the way and the pandemic's end in sight, the stocks are still highly vulnerable to another…

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Investing

Warning: This Simple Decision Could Bankrupt Cineplex Stock!

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex Inc (TSX:CGX) has struggled tremendously this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. However, it may have finally just been…

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Coronavirus

WestJet’s Parent or Air Canada Stock? Here’s the Better Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Airline stocks offer investors some of the best potential today. Which stock is the better bet, though: Air Canada or…

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Tech Stocks

Is This TSX Stock the Next Amazon?

| Daniel Da Costa

This TSX stock has many of the same qualities as Amazon, making it one of the top long-term investments you…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

TFSA Investors: Add This ETF to Your Portfolio Now!

| Daniel Da Costa

With all the uncertainty being created by a devastating second wave, TFSA investors should strongly consider adding this cheap ETF…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend-Growth Stocks: 2 Top Picks for December 2020

| Daniel Da Costa

One of the best strategies for long-term investors to employ is a dividend-growth approach. Here are two of the top…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy Alert: Enbridge (TSX:ENB) Stock Just Raised its Dividend!

| Daniel Da Costa

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) is one of the best and most resilient long-term stocks on the TSX. That's why it's no surprise…

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Investing

CRA: How to Grow Your TFSA to $1 Million in 25 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can use your TFSA to invest for the long term and save on thousands in taxes that…

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Investing

Warren Buffett: Get Your Cash Ready

| Daniel Da Costa

Warren Buffett is one of the greatest investors of all time. So, when Buffett makes significant investing decisions, it's crucial…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Boost Your Tax-Free Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can use regulations set up by the Canada Revenue Agency to reduce your taxes and significantly boost…

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Investing

4 Tips to Profit Off the Next Market Crash

| Daniel Da Costa

Another major market crash is highly likely in 2021. But fear not; here are four tips to help you navigate…

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett: Put the Majority of Your Portfolio in This Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're a retail investor looking to maximize your returns, consider this crucial Warren Buffett tip to help you improve…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Key Ways to Save on Taxes

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are two easy but crucial ways you can keep the Canada Revenue Agency away and save on thousands in…

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Cannabis Stocks

Are Psychedelics the Next Pot Stocks?

| Daniel Da Costa

The pot stock craze made several early investors of cannabis rich. Now that the big gains are behind us, though,…

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Investing

The Best Canadian Growth Stocks: 3 Picks Set to Outperform in 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

As we enter December, it's time to start looking ahead to 2021. Here are three of the top Canadian growth…

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Investing

1 Top TSX Stock I Wish I’d Bought More Of

| Daniel Da Costa

This top TSX stock is already up 180% year-to-date. However, over the next few decades, its potential for growth is…

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Canadian Value Stocks to Buy in December

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian stocks are not just attractive for their incredible value today but also for their significant long-term potential.

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Dividend Stocks

This TSX Dividend Stock Is Perfect for Any Portfolio

| Daniel Da Costa

If you're looking to add some passive income, or just a top TSX dividend stock today, consider this highly resilient…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Rally: Now Is the Time to Buy This TSX Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

This top TSX value stock has started to rally the last few weeks; however, it's still one of the cheapest…

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Investing

Revealed: The 5 Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Ahead of 2021

| Daniel Da Costa

With all the recent developments in markets, here are the top five Canadian stocks to consider adding to your portfolio…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: Buy These 2 Stocks With Your $6,000 Contribution Room

| Daniel Da Costa

With another $6,000 in contribution room for your TFSA coming in 2021, here are two of the top long-term TSX…

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Investing

Drone Delivery Canada Stock Is Skyrocketing! Here’s How High It Could Go

| Daniel Da Costa

Drone Delivery Canada Corp (TSXV:FLT) is one of the top growth stocks on the TSX. But after a 40% rally…

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Investing

TSX Stock Warning: Over 4,000 Hotels Could Go Out of Business in 2021!

| Daniel Da Costa

Although several effective vaccines have been announced and the end of the pandemic is in sight, several TSX stocks could…

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Dividend Stocks

Could Enbridge Stock Go to $0?

| Daniel Da Costa

The coronavirus pandemic has badly impacted Enbridge (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) stock and the entire energy industry. Here's the likelihood it will go…

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Investing

Bitcoin: Is it on its Way to $100,000?

| Daniel Da Costa

Bitcoin is up 158% year to date and continues to gain momentum. So, with all this optimism, could the revolutionary…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Here’s the Best Way to Earn Tax-Free Income

| Daniel Da Costa

Here is the number one way you can earn extra money or passive income without having to worry about paying…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top TSX Stocks Getting More Expensive by the Day

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX stocks are some of the best long-term investments you can make. However, you better act soon if…

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Coronavirus

Here’s Why Investors Are Holding off on Air Canada Stock for Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Air Canada (TSX:AC) has been one of the most popular stocks throughout the pandemic because of its massive discount. So…

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Investing

Here’s Why Investors Are Selling WELL Health Stock

| Daniel Da Costa

WELL Health (TSX:WELL) has seen its stock fall out of favour in recent weeks, but is it worth giving up…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Lesser-Known Tax Credits You’re Probably Eligible for

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are three easy and quick ways you can reduce your tax bill to the Canada Revenue Agency that you…

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Tech Stocks

Buy Alert: 2 Tiny TSX Tech Stocks Gaining Major Momentum!

| Daniel Da Costa

These two TSX tech stocks are some of the highest potential stocks on the market. But you better act soon.…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Real Estate Stocks Booming in the Recent Rally

| Daniel Da Costa

These two top real estate stocks have been cheap for too long. But with the recent rally and the momentum…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Only 33 Days Left to Claim This Tax Credit!

| Daniel Da Costa

As 2020 winds down, it's time to start planning how you can reduce your tax bill owed to the Canada…

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Dividend Stocks

Warning! 12 Million Canadians Fear They Will Run Out of Money

| Daniel Da Costa

The coronavirus pandemic has been devastating, with new estimates showing up to 12 million Canadians fear they may run out…

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