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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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Coronavirus

Why Did Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Surge Almost 6% Today?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock rallied almost 6% after media reports stated that AC will resume flights to vacation destinations in…

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Tech Stocks

Be Greedy for This Canadian Stock While Others Are Fearful

| Puja Tayal

The two emotions greed and fear drive the stock market and cause volatility. The trick is to find a strong…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Brace Yourself to Buy the Dip

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is in a dip cycle. Don’t rush to buy the stock. Have patience and brace yourself…

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Dividend Stocks

Attention! The CRA Is Extending the $2,000/Month CRB to 38 Weeks

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has extended the CRB for another 12 weeks amid the second wave of the pandemic. If you haven't…

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Tech Stocks

Today’s Top Buy: Lightspeed POS

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock has corrected to a point where it is wise to buy the dip as it has…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) and the Government Reach the Climax of the Bailout Game

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has declined more than 7% this week as investors are losing patience. When will the bailout…

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Tech Stocks

All for One and One for All: The 3 CRA Musketeers Leave No Canadian Behind

| Puja Tayal

The CRA offers three benefits that apply to all Canadians who file their income tax regularly. Be a true musketeer and…

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Dividend Stocks

The CRA CCB: No Child Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

The CCB aims to help parents raise their children. It is available to low and mid-income parents of children below…

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Dividend Stocks

$1,000 Invested in Air Canada (TSX:AC) a Year Back Is Worth This Much Today

| Puja Tayal

If I knew that a loss-making airline like Air Canada (TSX:AC) would double in a year, I would have invested a…

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Coronavirus

Buy at Your Own Risk: Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock at $28

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock’s 22% rally in the last 30 days got investors excited. It made a new pandemic high…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Big Changes Coming to $2,000 COVID-19 Benefits in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is distributing COVID-19 benefits to every eligible Canadian while coping with the changes. Here are new changes to…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to File 2020 Income Tax Returns

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has set the 2020 tax-filing deadline as April 30. Don’t take this deadline lightly. Here’s a guide on…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency’s $886 Refund: No Canadian Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

Did you get the GST refund of $886? If not, file your 2018 income tax returns and get a retroactive…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Double or Nothing

| Puja Tayal

Do you know Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock doubled since its March low despite reporting its biggest loss to date. Get…

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Tech Stocks

Elon Musk: This Million-Dollar Stock Could Help You Buy a SpaceX Ticket

| Puja Tayal

At SpaceX, Elon Musk is working to make space travel possible for the general public. This million-dollar stock could help…

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Coronavirus

CRA Parenting Tips: Big Changes Coming to Childcare Benefits in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA provides financial assistance to parents by offering several child care benefits. Here is a sneak peek into what…

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Tech Stocks

Buy the Dip Strategy Pays off: Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Stock Up 30% in 2 Days

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) is a growth stock to buy at the dip. One glimpse of its growth is the 30%…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 3 Prerequisites to Filing 2020 Income Tax Returns

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has introduced three changes for the 2020 income tax year to help Canadians deal with the lifestyle changes…

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Dividend Stocks

Too Many Stocks Spoil the Portfolio: Take 2 Stocks at a Time

| Puja Tayal

Are you considering investing? Don’t make the mistake of overcrowding your portfolio with too many stocks. Consider two stocks at…

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Tech Stocks

My 10-Year TSFA Portfolio: The 5 Best 5G Stocks to Buy With $500

| Puja Tayal

Do you have $500 to invest in the TFSA? Buy these five stocks now and hold them for the next…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Approaches $30: Seeking Permission to Fly

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is nearing the $30 price. What does this price mean to you, and what should be…

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Investing

CRA 2020 Tax Filing: How to Reduce Your Income Tax Bill in 3 Easy Steps

| Puja Tayal

This tax season, work smartly. Instead of fearing the income tax bill, look for ways to reduce the bill. Here…

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Coronavirus

Canada Revenue Agency: You Might Qualify for These 3 2021 Stimulus Checks

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has done a good job in implementing Canada’s largest stimulus to date. You might get any one of…

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Tech Stocks

Why Did Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) Stock Jump 7% After a 33% Dip?

| Puja Tayal

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD)(NYSE:LSPD) stock surged almost 7% when the company announced plans to acquire Vend. Why should you care? 

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Investing

Canada Revenue Agency: You Might Qualify for This $8,033 Canada Child Benefit in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving up to $8,000 in Canada Child Benefit to parents of children under 18. File your income…

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Dividend Stocks

Hooray! The CRA Is Giving 1-Year Interest Relief on 2020 Income Tax

| Puja Tayal

It is time to do your taxes as the April 30th deadline nears. The CRA is giving interest relief of…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Tax Relief: Don’t Miss This One-Time $400 Tax Deduction

| Puja Tayal

The pandemic has altered the way people work. The CRA is adapting to this change and offering a one-time home-office-expense…

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Dividend Stocks

Buffett Says Bonds Are No Longer Attractive: Buy These 2 Stocks Instead

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett sees a bleak future for bond and fixed-income securities. Then what is the next best alternative for bond…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: What Should You Know About the CPP Changes in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The government offers a mandatory self-funded CPP to help Canadians with retirement planning. Here are some changes the CRA made…

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Energy Stocks

CRA Penalty: Why Should You File 2020 Income Tax Returns Before April 30?

| Puja Tayal

April 30 is the last day to file your 2020 income tax returns. Even if you can’t pay the tax, file…

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Tech Stocks

Between Air Canada and Shopify, Which Is a Better Buy?

| Puja Tayal

The pandemic impacted Air Canada (TSX:AC) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP) differently. After one year, which is a better buy?

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Tech Stocks

Buy the Dip and Sell the Rally: 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Puja Tayal

One sector of the stock market is seeing a correction. Here is your chance to buy two stocks at the…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About Stock Market Volatility? 2 Ways to Make Money From a Pullback

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is seeing a correction after the 2020 earnings season. This is a perfect market to make money.…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Big Changes Coming to the GST Refund in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has made changes to the GST refund for the July 2021-June 2022 period. File your tax returns on…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Rose 34%: What Should You Do With This Stock Now?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada's (TSX:AC) stock has surged 34% and made a new post-pandemic high. What should be your next step? 

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Coronavirus

T4 Slip: 3 Ways CRA’s COVID-19 Benefits Can Impact Your Finances

| Puja Tayal

The CRA gave generous COVID-19 benefits of $500/week to Canadians. Here's how these benefits impacted your income, investment, and tax.

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Tech Stocks

3 Reasons You Should File Your 2020 Income Tax Returns Before April 30

| Puja Tayal

April 30 is the income tax filing deadline. The CRA is giving interest relief on taxes, but submit your returns…

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How to Win Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock’s $20-$30 Game

| Puja Tayal

 Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock crossed its pandemic high over hopes of a bailout. Don’t get swayed. Play by the rules…

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Coronavirus

Attention Taxpayers: CRA Brings 3 Big Changes to 2020 Income Tax Returns

| Puja Tayal

The 2020 tax season is here. The CRA has introduced three temporary changes specifically for your 2020 income tax returns.

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Tech Stocks

Are You Self-Employed? The CRA Won’t Ask You to Repay the CERB If…

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is clawing back the wrongly disbursed CERB. If you are self-employed and worried about a hefty CERB repayment…

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