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2 Interesting Value Stocks to Play Defence

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) are great Canadian value stocks to pick up amid rampant levels of volatility.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn $500/Month in Passive Income ASAP

| Kay Ng

Here's how you can build a sizeable passive income as soon as possible by saving and investing in safe dividend…

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4 Canadian Stocks to Buy After Analyst Boosts

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These are the best Canadian stocks I would buy in bulk after recent analyst boosts, especially given future performance for…

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Tech Stocks

Investing Guide: 5 Things to Do to Become a Millionaire

| Puja Tayal

What does it take to become a millionaire? Discipline? Hard work? Luck? Find out the role of investing in your…

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5 Canadian Growth Stocks That Are Still Undervalued

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're a Motley Fool investor looking for growth stocks that last, these five create the perfect portfolio for you…

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Coronavirus

Forget WELL Health (TSX:WELL) Stock: 1 New Healthcare Stock Already Climbing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

WELL Health (TSX:WELL) stock has been a strong investment in healthcare tech, but this new stock could prove just as…

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Coronavirus

1 of the Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Remains Super Undervalued

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Investors continue to watch obvious industries, but this is one of the best Canadian stocks to buy for the rebound…

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Personal Finance

3 Energy Stocks to Buy on the TSX Pullback Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The pullback among energy stocks on the TSX today provides the perfect chance to pounce on these strong stocks for…

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Personal Finance

No Savings at 40? Here’s How to Get Your First $1,000

| Steven Porrello

Though it can be nerve-wrecking to hit 40 without a dime saved for retirement, time is still on your side.…

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Personal Finance

50% of Canadians Have No Plan for Retirement: Here’s How Warren Buffett Can Help

| Steven Porrello

Panicking at the thought of the "R" word? Don't. Here's some retirement advice from Warren Buffett.

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Personal Finance

This 117-Year-Old Japanese Budgeting Method Could Help You Cut Expenses by 35%

| Steven Porrello

Kakaibo is a budgeting technique that encourages you to slow down and focus on your spending categories. Is it right…

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Personal Finance

Here’s Why This Popular Investment Is a Horrible Idea Right Now

| Steven Porrello

Wondering about the pros and cons of annuities? Here are some options...

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Personal Finance

Rising Inflation: 3 Ways You Could Profit

| Steven Porrello

About to hit the panic button over rising inflation? Here's why you shouldn't panic..

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Investing

Got $500? 3 Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks are solid companies to consider during a pullback, or from trading below value, making them the perfect Canadian…

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Personal Finance

Higher Taxes Ahead? Good News: Only 10% of Canadians Max Out Their TFSAs and RRSPs

| Steven Porrello

You can bypass the capital gains tax by taking full advantage of your TFSA and RRSP.

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Personal Finance

Get Twice the Credit Card Rewards: How to Double-Dip

| Steven Porrello

When you double dip on a rewards card, you earn twice the rewards during a single transaction. How is it…

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Personal Finance

Will You Pay 22% More for Home Insurance Next Year?

| Steven Porrello

These days, every prospective homebuyer is fixated on the housing shortage and rising home prices. But if there's one thing…

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Personal Finance

How the Pandemic Has Made Us Rich… for Now

| Steven Porrello

Guess what? The world actually got richer during lockdowns and travel restrictions

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Personal Finance

It’s Never Been Easier to Get a Reverse Mortgage… But Should You?

| Steven Porrello

Wondering about the pros and cons of reverse mortgages? Here's everything you need to know.

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Personal Finance

The Sad Truth About Cryptocurrency Profits? Taxes

| Steven Porrello

As crypto gains have become more lucrative over the last few years, many investors have been blindsided by an old…

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Personal Finance

Don’t Retire Early: Just Work From Home

| Steven Porrello

For Canadians who don't have the income to retire early (or the time), you could experience the freedom of retirement…

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Personal Finance

U.S. Lifts Travel Restrictions for 33 Countries … But Not Canada?

| Steven Porrello

Before we get too emotional over this, let's take a look at the facts.

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Investing

2 Interesting Value Stocks to Play Defence

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) are great Canadian value stocks to pick up amid rampant levels of volatility.

Read more »

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Investing

3 Cheap Stocks to Jump on During Today’s Market Correction

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you're looking for cheap stocks, these three offer a great chance to jump in during the market correction on…

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Investing

3 No-Brainer Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These stocks have been growing at incredible rates for years, but you can still latch onto that growth on the…

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Investing

4 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy Now!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

These cheap Canadian stocks continue to perform well for Motley Fool investors on the TSX today but are still great…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Earn $500/Month in Passive Income ASAP

| Kay Ng

Here's how you can build a sizeable passive income as soon as possible by saving and investing in safe dividend…

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Investing

5 Cheap Canadian Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Some of these Canadian stocks to buy promise a great future, while other Motley Fool investors should wait until they…

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Coronavirus

My 1-Year Prediction for Air Canada (TSX:AC)

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has dipped below its range of $24-$29. But the reopening of air travel presents a bright…

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Stock Market Investing Strategies for Beginners

| Puja Tayal

When you invest in stocks, you first pick stocks. Gradually, you develop your investing style. Here are four strategies to…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Money Do You Need to Invest to Make $500 a Month?

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to earn a regular income of $500/month from the stock market but don’t know how much to…

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Energy Stocks

Why Did Warren Buffett Sell Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) Stock?

| Puja Tayal

Looking at the Suncor Energy (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) stock downturn, I'm wondering what Warren Buffett's thoughts were behind selling Suncor stocks.  

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Investing

The 3 Best Undervalued Stocks to Buy on the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are multiple ways to consider a stock one of the best-undervalued stocks on the TSX today. Here are some…

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Investing

3 Growth Stocks to Double Your TFSA in a Decade!

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If you want a TFSA bound for growth, you need growth stocks that offer substantial returns in the next decade…

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Dividend Stocks

Millennials: How to Make $1 Million in 15 Years

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

If millennials want to strike it rich, forget meme stocks. Instead, look for a solid, high-paying dividend yield and keep…

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Dividend Stocks

A Beginners Guide to Investing in Retirement

| Puja Tayal

Retirement is the beginning of a new life. Even if you've never invested in stocks, this is a good time…

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Dividend Stocks

5 High-Yield Dividend Stocks Are All You Need to Get Rich

| Christopher Liew, CFA

TSX investors get rich not only from capital gains but from dividends too. The Fiera Capital stock, Diversified Royalty stock,…

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Investing

Peter Lynch Learning: Avoid Investing in 2 Types of Companies

| Puja Tayal

Peter Lynch advises investors to know the company before buying its stock. But you should also know which companies to…

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Tech Stocks

5 Investing Lessons From Peter Lynch

| Puja Tayal

Peter Lynch is known for beating the market. I have compiled five investing lessons that apply in the current market. 

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Dividend Stocks

Top 4 TSX Stocks to Buy While They’re Still Cheap

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for some cheap stocks with significant growth potential? The July and August dip has created some good…

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Lazy Investors: The 3 Best Dividend Stocks Canada Has Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Go ahead, be lazy! It's more likely to build you wealth in the long run, especially if you invest in…

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Dividend Stocks

Want a Quick Boost in Income? Bring Home 2 Cash Cows

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investing in cash cows can give you a quick boost in income. The NorthWest Healthcare stock and True North Commercial…

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Dividend Stocks

A Complete Guide to Investing in Dividend Stocks

| Puja Tayal

Are you new to stock markets and looking to invest in dividend stocks? Here is a complete guide to dividend…

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Investing

Insider Alert! 2 Canadian Stocks to Buy and 2 to Avoid

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Insider trading doesn't tell us everything, but it can give us a clue on what Canadian stocks to buy and…

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Personal Finance

Learn How to Use Credit Card Points Like a Pro

| Mark Gregorski

When it comes to redeeming your credit card points, you're spoiled for choice. But to get the most out of…

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Tech Stocks

Part 2 – A Beginner’s Guide to Researching a Stock

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to invest in stocks like a professional and be confident about your investments? Here is a guide…

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Investing

4 Undervalued Stocks to Eat Up on the TSX Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

We need food, so Motley Fool investors also need to check out these undervalued stocks in the agriculture industry on…

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Tech Stocks

Part 1: A Beginner’s Guide to Researching Stocks

| Puja Tayal

All investing articles tell you to research your stocks before investing. But how? Here is a beginner’s guide to researching…

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