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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 5 Stocks for a 5% Yield

| Kris Knutson

If you have not yet opened a TFSA account, do so soon and buy five stocks, like Bank of Nova…

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Tech Stocks

1 Tech Stock to Buy for Huge Returns

| Kris Knutson

Buying growth stocks like Lightspeed POS Inc. (TSX:LSPD) can give you the chance of outsized returns if you choose to…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Great Income Stock I’d Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

Buying stocks like Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NASDAQ:BPY) when they are cheap and out of favour is a great way…

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Tech Stocks

This Stock Is up Over 100% and There Are More Gains Ahead

| Kris Knutson

Since I entered a cautious position in Maxar Technologies Inc. (TSX:MAXR)(NYSE:MAXR) the stock has proceeded to double in price. There…

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Dividend Stocks

Get Free U.S. Dollars From 3 Cheap Stocks

| Kris Knutson

Earning U.S. dollars has never been easier now that dividend stocks like Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) have had their share prices…

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Dividend Stocks

There’s Big Money Yet to Be Made in These 2 Oil Stocks

| Kris Knutson

Oil stocks such as Arc Resources Inc. (TSX:ARX) have made big moves in the last few months. Yet they are…

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Tech Stocks

2 Real Estate Disruption Stocks to Own in 2020

| Kris Knutson

The antiquated real estate industry is destined to be disrupted by companies like Real Matters Inc. (TSX:REAL). Buy shares of…

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Tech Stocks

This Growth Stock Could Double Your Money in 2020

| Kris Knutson

Even if you are conservative, it can be worthwhile taking a chance on a long-shot stock like Lightspeed POS Inc.…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Sell These 2 Oil Stocks After Big Gains?

| Kris Knutson

After pounding the table on oil stocks like Arc Resources Ltd. (TSX:ARX) for months, there has finally been a rally.…

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Energy Stocks

Don’t Buy Lottery Tickets: Bet on This Stock Instead

| Kris Knutson

Oil stocks like Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) are poised for remarkable returns that could turn out to be more…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Boring Dividend Growth Stocks You Have to Own

| Kris Knutson

Steady, income-generating stocks need to be the core of your portfolio. Include shares of dividend stocks like Toronto Dominion Bank…

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Dividend Stocks

This Sector Can Make You a Millionaire

| Kris Knutson

The oil and gas sector is littered with dirt-cheap stocks like Birchcliff Energy Ltd. (TSX:BIR). These stocks pay a dividend…

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Dividend Stocks

This Is Why I am Selling (Some) of My Utility Stocks

| Kris Knutson

I like passive income and utility stocks like Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA), but if you have a lot of shares and…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy in December: Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) or MTY Food Group (TSX:MTY)?

| Kris Knutson

Buying restaurant stocks like Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) can give your portfolio capital appreciation and dividend growth.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Trade the Santa Claus Rally

| Kris Knutson

Many people believe that a Santa Claus rally is underway as indices hit new record highs daily with stocks like…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons NOT to Buy Speculative Growth Stock in a TFSA

| Kris Knutson

In order to maximize the compounding power of your TFSA you need to use it effectively, Don't squander your contribution…

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Dividend Stocks

Fatten Up Your TFSA With These 3 Restaurant Stocks

| Kris Knutson

Generate tax-free dividend income in your TFSA by purchasing discounted shares of food providers like Restaurant Brands International Inc. (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks That Pay an 8% Yield — and Could Double Your Money

| Kris Knutson

High-yield stocks like Arc Resources Ltd. (TSX:ARX) are dirt cheap, profitable, and could potentially have huge capital gains. Why wouldn't…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Oil Royalty Companies to Buy Before Month-End

| Kris Knutson

Oil royalty companies give great exposure to their businesses and less operational risk than a pure producer. Buy Prairie Sky…

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Cannabis Stocks

Are Cannabis Stocks Finally a Steal of a Deal?

| Kris Knutson

Cannabis stocks like Aphria Inc. (TSX:APHA)(NYSE:APHA) have been slashed and burned over the past few months. After the fall, are…

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Stocks for Beginners

You Should Buy Bitcoin, Gold, and Silver Before the Next Recession

| Kris Knutson

Investors who are nervous about today's economy should own Bitcoin and gold and silver stocks like Pan American Silver Silver…

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Dividend Stocks

Suncor Inc. (TSX:SU) Is the Safest Way to Play an Oil Recovery

| Kris Knutson

Small oil stocks can be risky, so many investors will want to play an oil recovery by investing in Suncor…

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Tech Stocks

Buyer Beware: Are These 2 Tech Stocks Ridiculously Expensive Today?

| Kris Knutson

Several Canadian tech companies like Kinaxis Inc. (TSX:KXS) have experienced massive share appreciation this past year. Today, should you buy…

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Dividend Stocks

This Gold Stock Can Give You a 2% Yield in 1 Month!

| Kris Knutson

Gold is a great place to be in 2019. With global tensions rising, owning a solid gold company like Agnico-Eagle…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Defensive High Yield REITs for Your Income Portfolio

| Kris Knutson

If you are looking to generate income from real estate stocks, REITs like Northwest Health Properties Real Estate Investment Trust…

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Dividend Stocks

These Are the 3 Riskiest Names in Canadian Banking

| Kris Knutson

If you are worried about the state of the Canadian economy, it is best to stay away from high-flying financial…

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Dividend Stocks

Millennials: Houses Are Not the Best Investment. Buy Stocks Instead

| Kris Knutson

Although houses seem to have performed well recently, buying an index fund like Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (TSX:VFV) has…

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Dividend Stocks

Is This Defensive Gold Stock Still a Great Place to Hide?

| Kris Knutson

Franco Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV) has lived up to its reputation as a hedge against uncertainty. But after a 50% capital…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons Retirees Should Consider Owning This Stock

| Kris Knutson

If you want to generate income for your retirement, where better to invest than in Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) with…

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Dividend Stocks

Are These 2 REITs a Great Way to Ride Out a Recession?

| Kris Knutson

It seems that recessions are on the back burner once again, with the possibility of trade reconciliation becoming more of…

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Dividend Stocks

This Oil and Gas Company Will Make You Rich

| Kris Knutson

If I could, I would buy this entire energy company. Tourmaline Oil and Gas (TSX:TOU) is cheap, has a great…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Out-of-This-World Stocks That You Should Buy Today

| Kris Knutson

Buy these publicly traded companies, like Maxar Technologies Inc. (TSX:MAXR)(NYSE:MAXR), that allow investors to bet on humanity's future in the…

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Stocks to Strengthen Your Core in November

| Kris Knutson

Having a solid core is essential so you can weather tough times. Dividend stocks like Pembina Pipeline Corp. (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA) give…

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Dividend Stocks

Value Investors: Buy This 8%-Yielding Stock Today

| Kris Knutson

The oil Canadian oil sector has been the market's punching bag, but it's finally time to buy high-yield stocks like…

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Dividend Stocks

Recession Coming? Stash Your Cash in These 3 ETFs

| Kris Knutson

There's a good chance we are heading for a downturn in the near future, so use cash ETFs like the…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy in November: Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) or BCE (TSX: BCE)?

| Kris Knutson

Getting yield can be tricky, but after the pullback in telecom stocks like Rogers Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) are there finally some…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy This Monthly Income Stock Today

| Kris Knutson

Canada has a number of stocks that pay monthly dividends and distributions like A&W Revenue Royalties Income Fund (TSX:AW.UN) which…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Income Now Comes at Great Risk

| Kris Knutson

A year ago you could throw a dart at dividend stocks like Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) and pretty much pick a…

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Dividend Stocks

Better Buy in November: CIBC (TSX:CM) or TD Bank (TSX:TD)?

| Kris Knutson

Buying any of the Canadian banks has proven to be a long-term success strategy over the years. These cash machines…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Buy Now and Collect Your Dividends

| Kris Knutson

Buying dividend growth stocks like Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) is a great way to build wealth and generate incomes so your…

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