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Author: Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

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What Does the Future Hold for BlackBerry (TSX:BB)?

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BlackBerry’s (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) stock price has taken a hammering of late. Is this the right time to invest in it with a…

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Coronavirus

CRA 2020 Tax Filing: Don’t Miss the $400 Home Office-Expense Deduction

| Puja Tayal

Are you filing your 2020 tax returns? Avail of the CRA's $400 home office expense deduction by filing Form T777S. 

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CRA Tax Filing: Don’t Miss the $8,000 Childcare Expense Tax Deduction

| Puja Tayal

The 2020 tax-filing deadline is here. If you are a parent who paid for childcare expenses, you can claim up…

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Avail the CRA 2020 Income Tax Interest Relief: File Now Pay Later

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving an interest relief offer of file now pay later. You can pay your 2020 tax dues…

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Canada Revenue Agency: How to Keep Getting the $8,033 Canada Child Benefit

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving up to $8,033 in the Canada Child Benefit, including a special $1,200 CCB. Here’s how you…

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Coronavirus

Could Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) Upcoming Earnings Push the Stock to $30?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is wavering ahead of first-quarter earnings on May 7. What could set the path for a…

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CRA: Do You Qualify for the $75 Digital News Subscription Tax Credit?

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has introduced a $75 digital news subscription tax credit available till 2024. Make the most of the benefit…

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Canada Revenue Agency: A $2,071 Basic Personal Tax Credit for All Canadians

| Puja Tayal

The CRA gives you many tax credits. While every tax credit has eligibility criteria, the basic personal tax credit is…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a Diversified Stock Portfolio With $500

| Puja Tayal

It takes $500 to build a diversified portfolio that minimizes risk and maximizes returns. Here are five stocks under $50…

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Beware: The CRA Might Delay Future CRB Payments by 8 Weeks

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has warned Canadians to file their income tax returns by April 30 or face an eight-week delay in…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Days Left to Lock in a $456 GST Refund

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has set the income tax filing deadline on April 30. You have three days to file your returns…

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Are You Self-Employed? Don’t Miss the CRA’s Income Tax Dates

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has set the 2020 income tax-filing deadline for self-employed workers on June 15. It is offering many benefits…

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Canada Revenue Agency: $1,157 Age Tax Credit for All Seniors in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has a treat for all seniors who turned 65 this year. An age tax credit can reduce your…

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Coronavirus

A Bailout Is Half the Battle Won: What’s Next for Air Canada (TSX:AC)?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is rising after the bailout. But the battle is only half won. There are more challenges…

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How to Make Money From Bitcoin Volatility

| Puja Tayal

Nothing beats the volatility of crypto. But unlike equity, Bitcoin's volatility is difficult to map. How to make money from…

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Portfolio Diversification: 2 Momentum Stocks to Buy in April

| Puja Tayal

Portfolio diversification is not about having multiple stocks, but variety of stocks. Add variety to your portfolio with momentum shares.

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Bitcoin Down 20%: Is This the End of the 2020-2021 Crypto Frenzy?

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin's price has been falling on undue attention it attracted from the CRA. Is this the end of the crypto…

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Bitcoin Down 20%: 2 Canadian Bitcoin Stocks for Your TFSA

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin fell 20%, as the crypto profits caught the taxman's attention. But you can avoid taxman's eyes and still invest…

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5 TSX Stocks Paying More Than 5% Dividend

| Puja Tayal

Are you a dividend seeker? Then here is a well-diversified portfolio of five stocks to lock in a dividend yield…

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Coronavirus

How to Make Money From Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is rallying, as investors cool down after the bailout overreaction. How do you make money from…

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How to Outperform the Stock Market With These 2 TSX Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Whenever you think of investing in the stock market, two things come to your mind. Is my money safe? Can…

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Coronavirus

Will $32 Be the New Normal for Air Canada (TX:AC) Stock?

| Puja Tayal

The bailout brings some degree of financial stability for Air Canada (TSX:AC). Would it have the same impact on the…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC): Did You Claim a Ticket Refund for Cancelled Fights?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is giving ticket refunds as part of the bailout package. Is this is a win-win for travelers,…

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Coronavirus

My 5-Year Prediction for Air Canada (TSX:AC) Post Bailout

| Puja Tayal

The future of Air Canada (TSX:AC) is becoming clear day by day. In the airline's five-year prediction, recovery has replaced…

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Countdown Begins: File 2020 Income Tax in 10 Days and Avoid CRB Delays

| Puja Tayal

The 2020 income tax filing deadline is just 10 days away. Timely filing can also ensure timely CRB payments. 

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Dividend Stocks

From Bitcoin to Dogecoin: Experts Warn of a Crypto Bubble Burst

| Puja Tayal

The crypto frenzy returned with Bitcoin, and escalated with Dogecoin. Who will win and who will lose in this crypto…

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The Two Sides of a Bitcoin: To Buy or Not to Buy?

| Puja Tayal

Bitcoin is in its upcycle, and people investing in it directly or indirectly are minting money. Should you invest in…

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Got $1,500? Top TSX Stocks to Buy in April

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to build a robust TFSFA portfolio? I have identified three stocks that can diversify your risk and…

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Bet on the World: Top 3 TSX Stocks With International Exposure

| Puja Tayal

What do you think about betting on the world? TSX stocks with international exposure can help your portfolio outperform the…

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Coronavirus

Will the $5.9 Billion Bailout Save Air Canada (TSX:AC) From COVID-19?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) stock took a beating on the equity diluion risk the bailout brought. However its long term prospects…

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Are You a Canadian Resident? You Can Claim the $1,984 BPA Tax Credit

| Puja Tayal

Canada was ranked #1 in quality of life, and CRA benefits played a role. See what all benefits you can…

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Air Canada (TSX:AC): Understanding the $5.9 Billion Bailout

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock dropped after the bailout, as the government gets an equity stake up to 10%. But there…

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CPP: Your First Step to Retirement Planning

| Puja Tayal

It often so happens that short-term needs take priority over long-term retirement savings. But the Canada Pension Plan takes care…

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Coronavirus

Where Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Headed Post Bailout: $15 or $32?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock dipped 5% since the bailout after rising as high as $31 on bailout hopes. Where will…

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Coronavirus

Why Did Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Drop on Bailout News?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has been falling since the $5.9 billion bailout was announced on April 13. Are investors overreacting?

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What Elon Musk Says About Tesla’s Investment in Bitcoin

| Puja Tayal

When Tesla invested US$1.5 billion in Bitcoin, Elon Musk fans followed blindly. But do you know Musk has no personal…

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Tech Stocks

Is BlackBerry (TSX: BB) Stock a Long-Term Buy and Hold?

| Puja Tayal

BlackBerry's (TSX:BB)(NYSE:BB) turnaround story is still on track, despite recent setbacks. It can benefit from the EV and IoT revolution.

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Save Calories and Gain Income by Investing $5/Day

| Puja Tayal

Do you know investing $5 a day in the stock market can earn you $26,000 in 10 years? See how…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Stable At $26 — the Calm Before the Storm?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock is stable at $26 when the third wave of the pandemic is proving fatal. Is this…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Benefits: Big Changes Coming to CCB in 2021

| Puja Tayal

Parenting just got tougher in this pandemic. The CRA has come to your financial rescue and introduced some exciting changes…

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