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Best Canadian Dividend Stocks – December 2023

By FT December 9, 2023

As we update our list of the Best Canadian Dividend Stocks for December 2023, we continue to focus on four key areas: As the stores…

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Investing in Canadian Bank Stocks 2024

By FT December 2, 2023

With Canada’s big banks all reporting Q4 earnings this week, we thought we’d take a look at investing in Canadian bank stocks in 2024. Canadian…

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Wealthsimple Review 2023

By FT November 15, 2023

What is Wealthsimple? Wealthsimple was founded in 2014 by Michael Catchen, Brett Huneycutt and Rudy Adler. Today it has grown into one of Canada’s most…

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Qtrade Review 2023 – Canada’s Best Broker

By Kyle Prevost November 2, 2023

What Is Qtrade Direct Investing? Is it Legit? Qtrade Direct Investing is part of Aviso Wealth, a national financial services company owned by the Credit…

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Questrade Review 2023

By FT October 31, 2023

Is Questrade Safe & Secure? One of the most common questions that I have gotten in the comments below is: Is investing my money through…

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Maxed out RRSP and TFSA – Now What?

By FT October 7, 2023

I recently received an email from a reader with a bright financial future.  They have a maxed out TFSA and has recently maxed out her…

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Ultimate Smith Manoeuvre Guide For Canadians

By FT September 14, 2023

When I started writing about the Smith Manoeuvre as a way to turn your mortgage into a tax deductible loan 16 years ago, I didn’t…

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Best Canadian High Interest Savings Accounts – August 2023

By FT September 12, 2023

The best high interest savings accounts for 2023 combine a mix of high interest rates with elite usability and a wide variety of features, and…

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Dogs of the TSX Dividend Stock Picks (September 2023 Update)

By FT September 9, 2023

I’ve been writing about the investing strategy known as the “Dogs of the TSX” for over a decade. The strategy was borrowed from the “Dogs of…

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Investing in Flow Through Shares in Canada

By FT August 13, 2023

Since writing my original “How to Buy Flow Through Shares in Canada” article over a decade ago, I’m consistently surprised at how many people are…

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Best Canadian Dividend ETFs for 2023 (And Why We Prefer Dividend Stocks)

By FT May 9, 2023

Because I’ve been writing about dividend investing for nearly two decades now, I get a lot of inquiries every month about the best Canadian dividend…

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CI Direct Investing Review 2023 (Formerly WealthBar)

By Kyle Prevost April 5, 2023

What is CI Direct Investing and Is It a Robo Advisor?  CI Direct Investing is a combination of an automated investing platform and a personal…

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FHSA: Canada’s Tax-Free First Home Savings Account

By Kyle Prevost December 9, 2023

With the government having launched the First Home Savings Account (FHSA) in 2023, more first-time home buyers should really be looking to take advantage of…

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Best Canadian Dividend Stocks – December 2023

By FT December 9, 2023

As we update our list of the Best Canadian Dividend Stocks for December 2023, we continue to focus on four key areas: As the stores…

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BMO SmartFolio Review 2023

By FT December 7, 2023

I’m a huge fan of robo advisors, and BMO’s robo advisor: SmartFolio is no exception to that. If you’re not familiar with robo advisors the…

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Investing in Canadian Bank Stocks 2024

By FT December 2, 2023

With Canada’s big banks all reporting Q4 earnings this week, we thought we’d take a look at investing in Canadian bank stocks in 2024. Canadian…

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The 5 Best Defensive Stocks in Canada for 2024

By FT November 26, 2023

With Canadian dividend stocks getting hit hard this year, several people have commented asking me what the best defensive stocks in Canada are.  If our…

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Wealthsimple Review 2023

By FT November 15, 2023

What is Wealthsimple? Wealthsimple was founded in 2014 by Michael Catchen, Brett Huneycutt and Rudy Adler. Today it has grown into one of Canada’s most…

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Wealth Management Companies in Canada 2023

By Kyle Prevost November 8, 2023

My article on the best financial advisors in Canada appears to have triggered a bit of a backlash from Canada’s wealth management companies.   If you’re…

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Edward Jones Review (Canada)

By FT November 5, 2023

After Kyle wrote about the best financial advisors in Canada a couple of weeks ago, we got several emails that asked some version of, “Should…

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Best GIC Rates in Canada 2023

By Kyle Prevost November 2, 2023

The best GIC rates in Canada continue to trend upward in 2023. Finally, savers are being rewarded after years of low rates! The term GIC is short…

Questrade vs Qtrade in 2023

By FT November 2, 2023

Best Canadian Online Brokers November 2023

By FT November 2, 2023

Qtrade Review 2023 – Canada’s Best Broker

By Kyle Prevost November 2, 2023

Questrade Review 2023

By FT October 31, 2023

EQ Bank Review 2023

By Kornel October 26, 2023

Tangerine Bank Review 2023

By Kornel October 26, 2023

Best Financial Advisors in Canada

By Kyle Prevost October 15, 2023

Maxed out RRSP and TFSA – Now What?

By FT October 7, 2023

Is Air Canada Stock A Good Buy in 2023?

By FT October 7, 2023

The 11 Best Cash ETFs in Canada (Plus HISA ETFs and Money Market ETFs)

By Kyle Prevost September 30, 2023

Is Rogers Stock A Good Buy in 2023?

By FT September 30, 2023

Scotia iTRADE Review 2023

By FT September 27, 2023

TD Direct Investing Review 2023

By FT September 21, 2023

Ultimate Smith Manoeuvre Guide For Canadians

By FT September 14, 2023

Best Canadian High Interest Savings Accounts – August 2023

By FT September 12, 2023

Canadian Dividend Kings & Aristocrats – September 2023

By FT September 11, 2023

Dogs of the TSX Dividend Stock Picks (September 2023 Update)

By FT September 9, 2023

Interactive Brokers Canada Review 2023

By Jordan September 5, 2023

Is Telus Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT August 30, 2023

HSBC InvestDirect Review 2023

By Kornel August 25, 2023

Wealthsimple Trade Review 2023

By Meg August 21, 2023

Is BNS Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT August 20, 2023

Investing In Gold In Canada 2023

By FT August 18, 2023

Ultimate Options Trading Guide in Canada 2023

By FT August 18, 2023

Investing in Flow Through Shares in Canada

By FT August 13, 2023

Financial Freedom Update Aug 2023 – $77.8k in Dividend Income!

By FT August 5, 2023

Is Shopify Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT July 30, 2023

How to Buy Stocks in Canada 2023

By Dale Roberts July 27, 2023

Canadian Value Stocks – Top 10 Picks August 2023

By FT July 23, 2023

Is Enbridge Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT July 15, 2023

Free Stock Trading in Canada 2023

By Hannah July 11, 2023

Is Suncor a Good Stock to Buy in 2023?

By FT July 9, 2023

Investing in Commodities in Canada 2023

By Yang July 4, 2023

Investing In Canadian Wide Moat Stocks For 2023

By Dale Roberts July 1, 2023

Best Long-Term Investments in Canada

By Lindsey June 27, 2023

Best Utility Stocks in Canada 2023

By FT June 24, 2023

Moka App Review 2023

By Kornel June 22, 2023

Best Penny Stocks Canada 2023

By Yang June 20, 2023

The Best Low Cost Ways to Convert CAD to USD

By FT June 19, 2023

Canada’s Best Energy Dividend Stocks 2023

By Dale Roberts June 17, 2023

When to Buy Dividend Stocks in Canada

By FT June 14, 2023

Best Canadian Inflation Stocks for Hedging Investments

By Kyle Prevost June 11, 2023

Bond ETFs vs GICs vs High Interest Savings Accounts

By FT June 4, 2023

Is TD Bank Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT June 3, 2023

Wealthsimple vs. Justwealth in 2023

By Meg May 30, 2023

Canadian Stock Market vs U.S. Stock Market in 2023

By FT May 28, 2023

Is RBC Stock a Good Buy in 2023?

By FT May 21, 2023

ModernAdvisor Review 2023

By Meg May 20, 2023

RBC InvestEase Review 2023

By Jordan May 17, 2023

Financial Freedom Update May 2023 – First Update of the Year ($73.8k in Dividend Income!)

By FT May 14, 2023

Best Canadian Dividend ETFs for 2023 (And Why We Prefer Dividend Stocks)

By FT May 9, 2023

Best Stock Trading Apps in Canada for 2023

By Hannah May 6, 2023

45 Best ETFs in Canada – July 2023

By FT May 3, 2023

Scotiabank Review: Chequing, Banking & Credit Card Package

By Kyle Prevost April 26, 2023

Best Canadian Chequing Account 2023

By FT April 23, 2023

TFSA vs RRSP- Which One is Better?

By Marc April 20, 2023

Questrade vs BMO InvestorLine – 2023 Comparison

By Jordan April 20, 2023

Best Short Term Investments in Canada 2023

By FT April 16, 2023

BMO Investorline Review 2023

By FT April 12, 2023

CI Direct Investing Review 2023 (Formerly WealthBar)

By Kyle Prevost April 5, 2023

Wealthsimple vs. Tangerine in 2023

By Meg March 31, 2023

Questwealth Portfolios Review for 2023

By Kyle Prevost March 30, 2023

Five Years into the Vanguard All-In-One Revolution

By Kyle Prevost March 26, 2023

Vanguard vs. iShares All-in-One ETFs

By FT March 21, 2023

Questrade vs Interactive Brokers

By Jordan March 10, 2023

Justwealth Review 2023

By Hannah March 8, 2023

Desjardins Review (2023 Update – Free ETFs + Stock Trading)

By Jordan March 7, 2023

The Best REIT ETFs in Canada For 2023

By FT March 5, 2023

RBC Direct Investing Review 2023: Fees, ETFs, Account Options and More

By Justin Bouchard February 16, 2023

Wealthsimple vs. BMO in 2023

By Meg February 14, 2023

Nest Wealth Review 2023

By Meg February 2, 2023

Wealthsimple vs. RBC InvestEase in 2023

By Meg February 1, 2023

Simple Low Cost Diversified Index ETF Portfolios 2023

By FT January 31, 2023

The Best Investments for Canadian Retirees: Stocks vs ETFs vs Robo Advisors

By FT January 28, 2023

Top Blue Chip Stocks in Canada for 2023

By FT January 27, 2023

How to Become a Millionaire in Canada

By FT January 25, 2023

Wealthsimple Crypto Review

By Meg January 25, 2023

Best Canadian Robo Advisors 2023

By FT January 21, 2023

Best Low Risk Investments in Canada Right Now (2023)

By FT January 20, 2023

Is Robinhood Available in Canada?

By Jordan January 20, 2023

Dividend Stocks Rock Review 2023

By FT January 18, 2023

Qtrade vs. Wealthsimple in 2023

By Jordan January 18, 2023

How to Build a Dividend Growth Portfolio

By FT January 17, 2023

Investing in Canadian Retail Stocks 2023

By Dale Roberts January 15, 2023

Questrade vs Wealthsimple – Which is Better in 2023?

By Kyle Prevost January 15, 2023

CIBC Investor’s Edge Broker Review 2023

By FT January 13, 2023

Pre and Post Market Trading in Canada

By FT January 13, 2023

Best Canadian Dollar (CAD) ETFs for U.S Equities

By FT January 9, 2023

National Bank Direct Brokerage Review 2023

By FT January 7, 2023

Best All-in-One ETFs in Canada 2023

By FT January 5, 2023

Smith Manoeuvre Portfolio – 2022 Update

By FT December 24, 2022

Spousal RRSPs in Canada

By Yang December 15, 2022

Tax Efficient Index ETF Portfolio for Non-Registered Account

By FT December 1, 2022

Best Canadian Telco Dividend Stocks 2023

By Dale Roberts November 10, 2022

How to Invest With Little to No Money

By Lindsey October 22, 2022

Low Cost Currency Conversion with DLR/DLR.U ETF

By FT October 18, 2022

Canadian Undervalued Stocks January 2023

By FT October 12, 2022

Investing in Canadian REITs in 2023

By Dale Roberts October 11, 2022

Should You Buy VBAL ETF? My VBAL Review

By Lindsey September 16, 2022

Best Real Estate Stocks in Canada 2023

By FT September 11, 2022

Qtrade Guided Portfolios Review 2023

By FT September 3, 2022

Wealthsimple Trade vs. TD Direct Investing

By Meg August 30, 2022

Best Cannabis Stocks in Canada 2023

By FT August 28, 2022

Best Tech Stocks in Canada For 2023

By FT August 21, 2022

Best Mining Stocks in Canada For 2023

By James August 14, 2022

AvaTrade Canada Review 2023

By Lindsey August 6, 2022

ZGRO ETF Review

By Lindsey July 31, 2022

High Net Worth Investing In Canada 2023

By Yang July 18, 2022

Best Canadian Healthcare Stocks For 2023

By Marc July 17, 2022

XEQT ETF 2023 Review

By Lindsey July 12, 2022

VGRO ETF 2023 Review

By Lindsey July 2, 2022

Best Emerging Market ETFs to Buy in Canada 2023

By FT June 25, 2022

Best Pipeline Dividend Stocks In Canada

By FT June 19, 2022

Can You Invest Solely in ETFs?

By Guest Blogger June 15, 2022

The Best Industrial Stocks in Canada For 2023

By FT June 4, 2022

VEQT ETF 2023 Review

By Jordan May 28, 2022

Investing in Canadian Airline Stocks 2023

By FT May 25, 2022

What To Do When the Stock Market Crashes

By Kyle Prevost May 15, 2022

Top 6 Indexing Options for Your Portfolio in 2023

By FT May 10, 2022

Best Finance and Investing Books

By Meg May 7, 2022

Best Canadian Railway Dividend Stocks in 2023

By Dale Roberts April 17, 2022

Best Crypto Platforms and Apps in Canada 2023

By Meg April 13, 2022

Best Renewable Energy Stocks in Canada

By FT April 10, 2022

Best Money-Making Apps in Canada 2023

By Meg March 23, 2022

Best High Yield Canadian Stocks 2023

By FT March 19, 2022

Best Budgeting Apps For Canadians in 2023

By Lindsey February 27, 2022

Make Money Online in Canada 2023

By Lindsey February 20, 2022

The RESP Strategy

By FT January 21, 2022

How to Earn Passive Income in Canada 2023

By Lindsey January 17, 2022

Vanguard Canada Index ETFs vs Mutual Funds

By Kyle Prevost January 14, 2022

Volatility Index – Trade The VIX And VXX

By Marc January 3, 2022

CI Direct Trading (Virtual Brokers) Review 2023

By Justin Bouchard December 8, 2021

How To Invest In IPO Stocks In Canada

By Marc December 5, 2021

Webull Canada Review

By Meg December 2, 2021

Common Myths About Stock Market Risk

By Ed Rempel November 11, 2021

The Biggest Risk of Early Retirement (FIRE) – Sequence of Returns!

By FT November 5, 2021

Questrade Launches a New Mobile App

By Jordan October 1, 2021

Ultimate Guide to Peer-to-Peer Lending in Canada

By Hannah June 27, 2021

Canada’s Purpose Longevity Pension Fund: Is It a Guaranteed 6.15% Pension for Life?

By Kyle Prevost June 19, 2021

Best Strategies to Hedge Against Stock Market Downfall

By Yang May 29, 2021

Investing In Collectibles as An Alternative Asset Class

By Dale Roberts May 25, 2021

bitcoin Canada Guide 2023: Should I Buy bitcoin?

By Hannah May 22, 2021

Questrade vs Virtual Brokers: 2023 Broker Showdown

By Jordan April 14, 2021

Indexed Family Education Fund (RESP) Portfolio Update – 2021 Edition

By FT February 7, 2021

The Best ETFs for Canadian Expats Around the World

By Kyle Prevost December 13, 2020

BMO adviceDirect Review: Investing Advice for a Low Fee

By Kyle Prevost November 22, 2020

Your Canadian Expat Investing Toolbox: DIY Discount Brokerages and Robo Advisors

By Kyle Prevost October 25, 2020

Quick Tip: Questrade Currency Settlement

By Yang October 18, 2020

Real Estate Investing vs Index Investing for Canadian Expats

By Kyle Prevost September 27, 2020

Calculating Your Adjusted Cost Base (ACB)

By FT August 2, 2020

The Hot Potato Investing Strategy

By FT July 26, 2020

Owning Individual Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) vs REIT ETFs

By FT July 29, 2019

Building a Simple Low-Cost Indexed ETF Portfolio in USD

By FT June 10, 2019

The Real MER on ETFs – Foreign Withholding Taxes on ETFs

By FT May 27, 2019

Horizon’s All-in-One Portfolios via Super Tax Efficient ETFs

By FT September 4, 2018

Where to Put your Investments for Maximum Tax Efficiency

By FT April 16, 2018

Global ETF ex-Canada (XAW/VXC) or 3 Individual ETFs?

By FT May 29, 2017

Real Life Example of Norbert’s Gambit and Foreign Exchange w/ BMO Investorline

By FT November 14, 2016

How to Transfer a Work Pension to a LIRA

By FT October 24, 2016

How to Create a Stock Watchlist with Google Spreadsheets

By FT May 30, 2016

Easy Index Mutual Fund Portfolios with the Big Banks

By FT February 2, 2015

Top Canadian Preferred Share ETFs

By FT October 15, 2013

How Regular and Synthetic Dividend Reinvestment Programs (DRIP) Work

By FT September 9, 2013

Are You Too Focused on Risk Reduction Instead of Growth?

By Ed Rempel August 29, 2013

How to Read and Understand Business News

By Ed Rempel July 24, 2013

Capital Gains Refund Mechanism – Why Mutual Fund and ETF Investors Potentially Pay Less Tax

By Ed Rempel July 4, 2013

Top Canadian Stock Screeners

By FT June 14, 2013

Why the Second Million is MUCH Easier

By Guest Blogger February 6, 2013

How to Calculate Annual Investment Returns Using XIRR

By FT January 14, 2013

A Primer on BRIC

By Clark March 21, 2012

A Primer on American Depositary Receipts (ADRs)

By Clark January 18, 2012

Dollar Cost Averaging (DCA) vs Dollar Value Averaging (DVA)

By Clark January 19, 2011

Why the Long Term Growth of the Economy is Not Relevant to Investing

By Ed Rempel August 31, 2010

Closet Indexers vs. Stock Pickers – Truly Active Managers Outperform

By Ed Rempel July 14, 2010

Truly Active Managers Outperform The Index – Being Different is Key

By Ed Rempel July 6, 2010

Six Common Myths about Stock Market Returns

By Ed Rempel February 4, 2010

3 Principles of Successful Investors Part 2

By Ed Rempel November 24, 2009

Top Low-Cost Canadian DRIP Stocks Ranked by Yield, Dividend Growth and Discounts

By Guest Blogger November 10, 2009

How to Take Advantage of the Market After the Crash of 2008

By Ed Rempel February 10, 2009

Informal In-Trust Accounts

By FT March 20, 2008

Stock Market Beliefs – Part 2

By Ed Rempel June 18, 2007

Stock Market Beliefs – Part 1

By Ed Rempel June 15, 2007

Myths about Leveraging into Equities – Part 2

By Ed Rempel May 30, 2007

Myths about Leveraging into Equities – Part 1

By Ed Rempel May 29, 2007

Leveraging into Equities – The ONLY Source of Wealth?

By Ed Rempel May 3, 2007

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