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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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Coronavirus

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

Avoid These 2 Terrible Spending Habits if You Want to Build Wealth

| Tony Dong

Running afoul of either of these blunders will leave your net worth hurting.

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Personal Finance

Should Bitcoin Really Be Part of Your Retirement Portfolio?

| Tony Dong

Adding a small amount can increase diversification and boost returns.

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Personal Finance

3 Daily Tricks to Help Save $10,000 in the New Year

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Everyone deserves savings, but it's hard to know where to start. So use any of these methods, or all three,…

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Personal Finance

Millionaire by 40: Top 4 Ways to Hit Your 1st Million

| Steven Porrello

Is it possible to become a millionaire by 40? With hard work and the right advice, you can make it…

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Personal Finance

Have “Investing” as a New Year’s Resolution? This Trick Will Guarantee You’ll Keep it up All Year

| Steven Porrello

With dollar-cost averaging, you can start investing in 2022, without stopping.

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Personal Finance

Don’t Hoard Your Rewards Points: Inflation Will Make Them Worthless

| Steven Porrello

If you hoard your rewards points, inflation is quietly making them worthless.

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Personal Finance

5 High Paying Side Hustles That Can Help You Earn More in 2022

| Steven Porrello

Looking to earn some extra money in 2022? Here are five super lucrative opportunities to take advantage of.

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Personal Finance

If Your Credit Card Doesn’t Have These Perks, It’s Time to Shop for a New One

| Steven Porrello

Ever wonder if your credit card is right for you? The hard truth: it probably isn't.

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Personal Finance

Did You Work a Side Hustle in 2021? Here’s What That Will Mean For Your 2022 Tax Filing

| Steven Porrello

If you've participated in the gig economy this year, here's what you should expect for your 2022 tax filing.

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Personal Finance

Warren Buffett to Young Investors: Here’s How to Double Your Money

| Steven Porrello

How can you double your money? Buffett's advice might surprise you.

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Personal Finance

My Top 6 Quick Passive Income Ideas to Try In 2022

| Tony Dong

Want an passive income stream, but don't know where to start? Here are my top ideas for inspiration.

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Personal Finance

Should Your Small Business Accept Cryptocurrency?

| Steven Porrello

Cryptocurrency is becoming a popular form of payment. Should your small business accept it?

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Personal Finance

This Credit Card Trick Could Be the Key to Saving More Money for Retirement

| Steven Porrello

A cash-back credit card could be one among many financial practices that helps you build wealth.

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Personal Finance

CIBC vs. Capital One Costco Mastercard: Is the New CIBC Card Really Better?

| Steven Porrello

Which is really better: the new CIBC Costco Mastercard or the old Capital One card?

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Personal Finance

Don’t Count on Low Mortgage Rates Forever: a Rate Hike Could Come Sooner Than You Think

| Steven Porrello

Will a mortgage rate come early next year, or will the Omicron variant postpone it?

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Personal Finance

10 Different Ways to Understand Just How Big Elon Musk’s US$11 Billion Tax Bill Is

| Steven Porrello

Elon Musk's tax bill is US$11 billion. Here's what that sum could buy.

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Personal Finance

From Uber to Alcohol: These Deals Could Help You Get More Aeroplan Rewards for Everyday Shopping

| Steven Porrello

How can you amass more Aeroplan points? Easy -- shop at these retailers.

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Personal Finance

5 Questions to Ask Before Opening Your First Brokerage Account

| Steven Porrello

It pays to do your research before you open your first brokerage account.

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Personal Finance

Protect Your Nest Egg With the All-Weather Portfolio

| Tony Dong

How to build a retirement fund that withstands most market conditions while delivering solid returns.

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Personal Finance

How to Stack Canadian Tire Offers (And Earn a Tonne of Rewards)

| Steven Porrello

How does stacking work? Below, we'll show you how to stack personalized offers with flyer discounts to help you earn…

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Personal Finance

The Top 3 Canadian Stocks on Wealthsimple Trade This Week

| Tony Dong

Here’s what Canadian investors are trading the most this week on Wealthsimple.

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Personal Finance

Here’s Why You Should Use Your Credit Card for Every Holiday Purchase (Hint: It’s Not Reward Points)

| Steven Porrello

Do you use cash for holiday purchases? If you don't want to miss out on these benefits, use a credit…

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Personal Finance

4 Ways to Use Credit Card Rewards This Christmas

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Are you doing some last-minute shopping? Use your credit card rewards right now to buy your last-minute Christmas gifts.

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Personal Finance

If You’re One of These 4 Types of People, You Should Wait to Buy a Home

| Steven Porrello

Who's ready to buy a home? If you're one of these four types of people, then it's probably not you.

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Personal Finance

5 Things No One Tells You About Early Retirement

| Steven Porrello

Early retirement is a popular idea. But here are five things early retirees don't tell you.

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Personal Finance

Have Crushing Credit Card Debt? Here Are 3 Strategies to Tackle It

| Tony Dong

Having too much credit card debt isn't inescapable. Here's how you can dig yourself back out.

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Personal Finance

If You’re Using Your Side Hustle to Fund Your Lifestyle, You’re Totally Missing the Point

| Steven Porrello

Here's how a side gig can become both a waste of time and money.

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Personal Finance

Millennials: Why Passive Income Isn’t Just For Your Parents

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Passive income is great in retirement, but everyone could use some extra cash. Especially millennials as they try and start…

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Personal Finance

New Entrepreneurs: Read This Before Opening a Business Bank Account

| Tony Dong

Confused on what to do before opening your first business bank account? This guide should help.

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Personal Finance

Is 2022 Really the Worst Year to Be a New Investor? Possibly, But Here’s Why You Should Invest Anyway

| Steven Porrello

Why are investors so pessimistic about 2022? If you're a new investor, what should you do? Let's take a look…

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Personal Finance

Canadian Tire vs. CIBC Costco Mastercard: Which Rewards Card Is Better?

| Steven Porrello

The CIBC Costco Mastercard and the Canadian Tire Mastercard have entered the rink. Which one will come out victorious?

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Personal Finance

Don’t Have An Emergency Fund? Here’s Why You Absolutely Need One

| Tony Dong

Life isn't always predictable. Here's how to build a financial cushion to hedge against that.

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Personal Finance

This Scam Cost Investors +US$80 Million. Don’t Let It Be You!

| Kay Ng

Don't lose money to scammers. Here are five tips to help you avoid investment scams.

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Personal Finance

1 Thing Everyone Gets Wrong About Early Retirement (And 1 Thing They Get Right)

| Steven Porrello

It's not about not working. It's about having the financial security to find a job you love.

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Personal Finance

Warren Buffett to New Investors: Don’t Invest Like Warren Buffett

| Steven Porrello

Buffett is the kind of investor you want to emulate, right? Well, if you're a beginner, maybe not...

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Retirement
Personal Finance

Could Working in Your 70s Be the New “Dream” Retirement?

| Steven Porrello

Let's face it: most of us are freaking out about retirement. Last month, in fact, the Global Retirement Index told…

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Personal Finance

How to Turn a Side Hustle Into a Million Dollar Retirement Fund

| Steven Porrello

Can your side hustle help you retire a millionaire? It's certainly possible, but you'll have to apply these things to…

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Personal Finance

How to Travel Around the World With 150,000 Aeroplan Points

| Steven Porrello

Here's how to use 150,000 Aeroplan points to fly from Canada, around the world, and back to Canada. Twice.

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Personal Finance

The One Cash Back Secret Everyone Is Missing: Double-Dip With Cash Back Apps

| Steven Porrello

Maxing out your cash back has never been simpler, and it comes to us in the form of cash-back apps.

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Personal Finance

Rewards Points Become Worthless Over Time. Here’s What Happens When You Don’t Use Them

| Steven Porrello

Credit card rewards aren’t like stocks: you don’t want to hold on to them for the long-run. Though amassing rewards…

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