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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.

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

2 Things Buffett Is Doing to Avoid Losing Money

| Puja Tayal

Many analysts are touting a second market crash when the government aid eases. See what Warren Buffett is doing to…

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Dividend Stocks

A Million-Dollar Retirement: How to Retire Rich in 3 Easy Steps

| Puja Tayal

You can retire rich if you plan your retirement savings well and at least 20 years in advance. Read further…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Cash Benefits: You Can Now Apply for Your Last $2,000 CERB Payment

| Puja Tayal

It’s time to claim your final $2,000 CERB payment from the CRA before bidding farewell to the emergency benefit. See…

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Dividend Stocks

The Top 2 TSX Stocks I Would Buy in September

| Puja Tayal

The calendar page is turning, and the stock market indices are rallying. Buy these two stocks in September to enjoy…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Is Another Stock Market Crash Inevitable?

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is surging, even though the GDP is contracting. The Warren Buffett Indicator signals that equities are overvalued…

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Energy Stocks

Warren Buffett: Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock a Value Trap?

| Puja Tayal

When Warren Buffett sold his airline stocks in April, he exited the value trap the March-sell off created. Don’t fall…

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Tech Stocks

Got $6,000? These 2 Stocks Can Double Your Money in 5 Years

| Puja Tayal

The holiday season is just two months away. It’s time you contribute to your TFSA. I would suggest you begin…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Was Right to Sell This Stock

| Puja Tayal

I know Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is up 4%, but don’t buy it. Warren Buffett was right to sell its…

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Coronavirus

Can Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Make You Rich in 10 Years?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is trading at its three-year low after the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the airline industry. Should you buy…

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash: These 2 Stocks Can Convert Your $69,500 TFSA Into $1 Million

| Puja Tayal

If there is another stock market crash, you can protect your investments with these two defensive stocks. With time, they…

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Tech Stocks

CRA: Plan Your September Expenses Wisely to Avoid No Cash October

| Puja Tayal

Many expenses are coming up in September. The CRA income tax expense and transition from CERB to EI/CRB would leave…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Tax Breaks: How to Reduce Your Tax Bill This September

| Puja Tayal

It’s tax time of year! The CRA has extended the 2019 tax filing deadline to September 30. You might want…

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Tech Stocks

Should You Buy Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock at $1,430?

| Puja Tayal

Positive analyst rating has sent Shopify(TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock up 9% to more than $1,430. Even though the company has strong growth…

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Tech Stocks

Forget Shopify (TSX:SHOP)! This Stock Could Double Your $6,000 TFSA in 2 Years

| Puja Tayal

Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) was the poster child of 2020. However, it now has a limited upside as investors have priced the…

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Coronavirus

The Next 3 Years Are Crucial for Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: $0 or $30?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSXA:AC) stock has lost 75% of its valuation in the current pandemic crisis. The next three years are…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Earn $2,000 a Month Sitting at Home

| Puja Tayal

In the March market crash, Warren Buffett did not buy. He only made one significant purchase in July. Replicating his…

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You Should Know This
Tech Stocks

Must-Know: 3 CRA Deadlines for September

| Puja Tayal

Its a busy month for the CRA. This September, three important deadlines are coming. The CERB is ending, the CRB…

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Tech Stocks

CERB Alternative: Get Up to $2,200 in EI Payment per Month

| Puja Tayal

A lot of changes are happening this September. The Canadian government will end the CERB and replace it with a…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA’s Recovery Benefits: Living With COVID-19

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has devised a new recovery benefits program to help Canadians during the COVID-19 pandemic. The benefit will pay…

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Tech Stocks

CERB Alternative for Non-EI: You Can Get up to $10,400 in CRB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is bringing a CERB alternative in October. You can get a maximum of $10,400 in CRB in the…

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Tech Stocks

Service Canada: You Can Get $1,600-$2,200 in EI From October After CERB Ends

| Puja Tayal

The $2,000 CERB will end in September. If you are still out of work and qualify for EI, Service Canada…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD): A Perfect V-Shaped Recovery From the Pandemic

| Puja Tayal

The COVID-19 pandemic crashed global stock markets in March. However, some stocks recovered quickly. Lightspeed (TSX:LSPD) reported the perfect V-shaped…

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Tech Stocks

These 2 Stocks Can Double Your September CRA Cash Benefit

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving an extra $2,000 CERB to eligible Canadians in September. Double your September CRA cash benefit by…

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You Should Know This
Tech Stocks

Attention Canadians! The CRA Increased $12,000 CERB to $14,000

| Puja Tayal

Have you exhausted your CERB limit? You can now get an extra $2,000 CERB in September. Yes, the CRA has…

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Tech Stocks

Investor Guide: How to Turn Your $6,000 TFSA Contribution Into $18,000

| Puja Tayal

As you return to work, it's time you plan your annual savings. Leverage the tax benefit the TFSA offers and…

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Tech Stocks

CERB Alternative: The CRA Offers $1,600 CRB for Non-EI Claimants

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is bringing a whole new benefit in October that will replace the $2,000 CERB. The new CRB will…

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Tech Stocks

CERB Alternative: Are You Eligible for $1,600 Employment Insurance?

| Puja Tayal

The CERB alternative is here! The government just made Employment Insurance more accessible with higher benefits for low-income earners. On…

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Tech Stocks

Market Crash 2020: A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity to Convert $6,000 Into $60,000

| Puja Tayal

The S&P/TSX Composite Index has almost recovered to its pre-pandemic levels. However, some analysts believe another market crash is close.…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Recovery Benefits: Get $500 a Week Paid Sick Leave for 2 Weeks

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will launch new recovery benefits in October to help Canadians live with COVID-19. You will get $500 a…

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Energy Stocks

Hooray! Get an Extra $2,000 CRA CERB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has extended the CERB limit by another $2,000. As planned, the CRA will end the benefit on September…

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Tech Stocks

Government Introduces $37 Billion Recovery Benefits Program, No Canadian Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

The Canadian government announced a new benefits program, and it ensures that no Canadian is left behind. The government will…

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Coronavirus

How Long Will Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Take To Double Your Money?

| Puja Tayal

COVID-19 has put Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock on a ventilator. While the airline has managed to avert bankruptcy, the question…

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Tech Stocks

3 TSX Stocks That Could Triple in 3-5 Years

| Puja Tayal

If you are looking to grow your money in three to five years, invest in growth stocks. These three TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn a Better Passive Income Than the $2,000 CRA CERB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving every eligible Canadian a flat $2,000 CERB per month for up to six months. There is…

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Tech Stocks

CRA: How Much Cash Can You Get From the CERB Alternative?

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will introduce a CERB alternative in September, which is Employment Insurance. Are you eligible for EI? If yes,…

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Tech Stocks

CRA Cash: 1 Way You Can Still Get $2,000 CERB After September

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will stop the $2,000 CERB in September. But you can claim the benefit even after September if you…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: $2,000 CERB Alternative Coming Soon

| Puja Tayal

The CRA will end the $2,000 CERB in September. It will introduce a CERB alternative in October that can help…

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Tech Stocks

CRA ALERT: You Can’t Apply for CERB and CESB Until Further Notice

| Puja Tayal

As of August 14, you can’t apply for CERB or CESB as the CRA has temporarily blocked access to My…

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Dividend Stocks

A Once-in-a-Decade Opportunity to Earn $2,000 Tax-Free CERB for a Lifetime

| Puja Tayal

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a stock market crash and created a once-in-a-decade opportunity to buy good dividend stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

Cyber Attack: The CRA Temporarily Shuts Down Online Services for $2,000 CERB and CESB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has temporarily shut down online applications for the COVID-19 emergency benefits like the CERB and CESB until further…

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