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The TFSA Number You Need to Hit Before Calling it Quits

The TFSA Number You Need to Hit Before Calling it Quits

Here are a few key scenarios to consider for those approaching retirement. One's final number may change depending on th...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

Top Stocks to Double Up on Right Now

Here's why Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and Shopify (TSX:SHOP) are two of the absolute best opportunities in the Canadian market t...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Vanguard S&P 500 ETF: A Smart Buy for Long-Term Investors Right Now

Vanguard S&P 500 ETF: A Smart Buy for Long-Term Investors Right Now

Here's a breakdown of the practical differences between all three of Vanguard's S&P 500 ETFs. The post Vanguard S&am...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Rising Oil Prices Are a Tax on Canadians – Unless You Own These Stocks 

Rising Oil Prices Are a Tax on Canadians – Unless You Own These Stocks 

Explore how oil prices impact Canadians, from daily expenses to inflation, and understand the money trail behind rising...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
2 Dividend Stocks I’d Never Part With Inside an RRSP

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Never Part With Inside an RRSP

Want a mix of growth and income in your RRSP? These two dividend stocks look very well-positioned for the next 10 years....

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Why Every Canadian Portfolio Should Have at Least 1 Energy Stock Right Now

Why Every Canadian Portfolio Should Have at Least 1 Energy Stock Right Now

Here are three top Canadian energy stocks for investors looking to defend their portfolio (and potentially benefit) from...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
2 Canadian Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $1 Million

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Turn $100,000 Into $1 Million

Those looking to create seven-digit portfolios with an up-front investment of around $100,000 right now have some excell...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Meet the 8% Yield Dividend Stock That Could Soar in 2026

Meet the 8% Yield Dividend Stock That Could Soar in 2026

Enghouse Systems stock yields nearly 8% and just raised its dividend for the 18th straight year. Here's why this overloo...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
Interest Rates Are on Hold, and That May Not Last. These 2 TSX Dividend Stocks Are Worth Owning Either Way.

Interest Rates Are on Hold, and That May Not Last. These 2 TSX Dividend Stocks Are Worth Owning Either Way.

Rate cuts can boost dividend stocks two ways: making yields look better and lowering refinancing pressure for cash-flow...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
2 Safer High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Canadian Retirees

2 Safer High-Yield Dividend Stocks for Canadian Retirees

These high-yield dividend stocks are a compelling investment for Canadian retirees to generate safer income. The post 2...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read
1 Year After the Rate Pivot: 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy Today

1 Year After the Rate Pivot: 3 Canadian Stocks I’d Buy Today

The Bank of Canada held interest rates at 2.25% again. The stocks worth owning now are the ones that don't need another...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 6 min read
1 No-Brainer ETF to Buy If You Think Stocks Are Overvalued

1 No-Brainer ETF to Buy If You Think Stocks Are Overvalued

This ETF targets U.S. value stocks using a rules-based index methodology. The post 1 No-Brainer ETF to Buy If You Think...

By Alex Smith 1 week ago 5 min read