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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.

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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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Dividend Stocks

When Will the Stock Market Crash in 2021?

| Robin Brown

Many Canadian investors may be wondering when we might see a stock market crash in 2021. Here's some tips on…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 3 Top Dividend Stocks to Boost Your Retirement Income

| Vineet Kulkarni

TFSA Investors: An organized investment in your TFSA regularly will create a huge, tax-free retirement reserve over the long term.

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Is Skyrocketing, But Warren Buffett and I Won’t Bet on it Ever

| Jitendra Parashar

Bitcoin is skyrocketing, but it’s a terrible long-term investment. That’s why neither I nor great investors like Warren Buffett will…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Crosses US$40,000: 1 Top Tech Stock to Beat Cryptos in 2021

| Jitendra Parashar

While Bitcoin is at its all-time high and other cryptocurrencies are rallying, they’re extremely risky to trade right now. But…

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Personal Finance

TFSA Increase 2021: How to Make Your Money Work for You

| Robin Brown

TFSA investors: it’s that time of year where your contribution limit increases! Here is how to turn your $6,000 contribution…

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Personal Finance

Warren Buffett: Time to Plan for a 2021 Stock Market Crash

| Robin Brown

Warren Buffett is a master of investing and psychology. Learn to master the markets by owning this top TSX stock…

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Investing

Canada Revenue Agency: Prepare to Do Your 2020 Taxes as Early as February 22

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has made it clear that this year there won’t be any extensions to the tax deadline. 

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Know Your Paycheck Deductions for 2021

| Puja Tayal

Every year, the CRA makes changes to the paycheck deductions to adjust them for inflation. Know what your 2021 paycheck…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Top Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever!

| Robin Brown

Looking to get wealthy over the coming decade? Here are two top Canadian dividend stocks that investors ought to just…

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Energy Stocks

Tax Planning 101: You Have Until March 1 to Reduce Your 2020 Tax Bill Using RRSP

| Puja Tayal

The 2020 tax year has come to an end. It's time you do your tax planning. You have until March…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett’s Advice on Personal Finance Is Brilliant!

| Daniel Da Costa

Warren Buffett has given investors incredible advice on how to manage your personal finances alongside your investment portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

New Year’s Resolution: How to Start Saving and Investing

| Daniel Da Costa

A great goal for Canadians in 2021 should be to start saving and investing your hard-earned money if you haven't…

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Tech Stocks

Hooray! You Can Claim the $400 Home Office Tax Deduction in 2020’s Tax Return

| Puja Tayal

Did you convert a portion of your home into an office because of the pandemic? You can claim a $400…

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Dividend Stocks

Tax Planning 101: Maximize Savings and Minimize Tax With TFSA and RRSP

| Puja Tayal

It is time to do some tax planning. The CRA offers RRSP and TFSA that can help you maximize savings…

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Investing

Investing New Year’s Resolutions for Canadians

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Start 2021 off on the right foot. Here are three easy steps to follow to make sure your investment portfolio…

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Tech Stocks

Time to Buy Bitcoin? Find Out Whether You Should Jump In

| Ryan Vanzo

Bitcoin prices continue to hit new highs, but so do high-growth stocks like Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP). Find out if you should…

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Investing

2021 Financial Resolutions: 3 Easy Steps to Getting Your Finances on Track

| Nicholas Dobroruka

Don’t wait to get your finances on track. Here are three easy steps to follow that your future self will…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Bitcoin: Here’s How to Turn $30,000 Into $990,000 for Retirement

| Andrew Walker

Bitcoin predictions for 2021 have some pundits targeting US$50,000. That could turn out to be the case, but investors might…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Get Ready for a 2021 Market Crash

| Robin Brown

Worried about a 2021 market crash? Warren Buffett's sage advice could be the difference between losing money and earning a…

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Dividend Stocks

This New Year, Learn How Warren Buffett Deals With a Market Crash

| Jitendra Parashar

Warren Buffett is always prepared for an unexpected market crisis that probably would make novice investors make investment decisions in…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Get Your $250 Canada Training Credit Before December 31

| Puja Tayal

This year, the CRA introduced new tax credits like a $250 Canada Training Credit. You have to act on it…

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Dividend Stocks

Attention: Don’t Let the CRA Take Away Your $2,000/Month CRB in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The CRA paid $2,000/month CRB to qualifying Canadians. But it can take your benefit away in 2021. You can stop…

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Personal Finance

A Warning for TFSA Investors: Cryptocurrency Funds Could Be Disastrous

| Jitendra Parashar

The recent cryptocurrency gains are astonishing, but they’re not worth paying attention to if they could completely wipe out your…

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Tech Stocks

CRA: Get Your $75 Digital News Subscription Tax Credit Before December 31

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has introduced some new tax credits this year, but you need to act before December 31 to claim…

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Personal Finance

Stock Market Crash 2021: 4 Simple Ways to Prepare for it

| Kay Ng

Do not fear a stock market crash 2021. You can embrace it and become much wealthier with these tips!

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Metals and Mining Stocks

TSX: Bitcoin Can’t Beat This Warren Buffett Stock in the Long Term

| Jitendra Parashar

Here are the reasons why this Warren Buffett-owned TSX stock could beat Bitcoin or any other cryptocurrency in the long…

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Investing

TFSA: Avoid This Critical Pitfall

| Chris MacDonald

How a TFSA is utilized is extremely important -- perhaps more important than just contributing every year. Here's the biggest…

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Dividend Stocks

Are You Saving for Retirement? Consider This Crucial Decision

| Daniel Da Costa

Whether you are just starting out or saving for years, it's paramount you understand how to minimize the taxes you'll…

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Investing

Canada Revenue Agency: Just 1 More Day to Claim This Tax Credit!

| Daniel Da Costa

As 2020 winds down, Canadian investors have just one day left to take advantage of this tax credit offered by…

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Stocks for Beginners

Warren Buffett: How to Prepare for a 2021 Market Crash

| Robin Brown

Worried about another market crash in 2021? Warren Buffett has some sage words to help you get wealthy in any…

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Personal Finance

Tim Cook Missed Out on Buying Elon Musk’s Tesla: A Lesson for TFSA Investors

| Jitendra Parashar

Elon Musk recently revealed how Apple rejected his offer to acquire Tesla. Apple might regret rejecting this offer now. But…

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Stocks for Beginners

This Common TFSA Mistake Could Cost Your Retirement!

| Robin Brown

Canadians are using their TFSA more than ever. Yet, many are making one common mistake that could potentially cost them…

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Personal Finance

Warren Buffett: Don’t Let Cryptocurrency Ruin Your TFSA. Buy This 1 TSX Stock Instead

| Jitendra Parashar

If you want to keep your TFSA contributions safe, it’s important to wisely pick your investment choices, or else cryptocurrencies’…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Investors: How to Make $13.5 Per Day in 2021

| Puja Tayal

During the pandemic, many Canadians took early retirement. Even you retired early, you can earn $13.5 per day in tax-free…

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Personal Finance

Canada Revenue Agency: New $400 Tax Deduction for Canadians Working From Home

| Kay Ng

Did you work from home due to the pandemic this year? Then you can take advantage of this tax deduction.

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Personal Finance

TFSA: CRB Could Reduce Your New Coronavirus Worries, But Don’t Forget to Do This Today

| Jitendra Parashar

As the new coronavirus strain could lead to more restrictions, CRB might help you reduce your worries. But here’s how…

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Personal Finance

What Is a Good Credit Score?

| Matt Koppenheffer

So, what is a good credit score, anyway? In Canada, it's generally anything over 700.

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Investing

Alert: 2 Tax Tips for Before 2021

| Kay Ng

Don’t forget to consider these two tax tips before 2021. Otherwise, you’ll miss the boat!

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Personal Finance

The Year-End To-Do List Every Investor Needs to See

| Chris MacDonald

Creating an investment portfolio is often one of many steps needed to ensure financial stability.

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