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Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy Legate-Wolfe

Amy became interested in investing in 2018 after having her first daughter. After receiving a masters degree in journalism from Western University, she became frustrated that the finance industry remained a confusing place for Canadians like her: new parents, millennials, and other young people who needed to understand their finances. Now, Amy focuses on tech companies and renewable energy for growth opportunities, coupling that with long-term investing strategies and equities. Before joining Motley Fool Canada, she wrote for major news organizations including HuffPost, CTVNews.ca, and CBC. Amy’s work can be found regularly on the Financial Post and MoneyWise Canada. When she’s not researching investing strategies, Amy’s time is pretty much monopolized by her two wild daughters, but in what little spare time she has she loves to do yoga, go on walks with her dog Finley, and travel. Follow Amy on LinkedIn.

Recent Articles

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Coronavirus

COVID-19: 2 Earnings Reports to Watch

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

As the first earnings come in during the COVID-19 crisis, investors will be watching closely for signs of life.

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Coronavirus

Market Rebound: 2 Millionaire-Maker Stocks

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It might seem impossible right now, but a market rebound could mean you could have a $1,000,000 portfolio sooner than…

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Where to Invest?
Energy Stocks

Stock Market Crash: Where to Invest $5000 Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Energy stocks might be a scary option, but there's one stock that's already proved to be well ahead of the…

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Coronavirus

Stock Market Correction: Where to Invest Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Now is the perfect time to pick up some strong stocks for the long-term, and Wheaton Precious Metals Corp. (TSX:WPM)(NYSE:WPM)…

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Bank Stocks

Market Crash 2020: 2 Stocks to Buy Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canadian banks fared as some of the best in the world during the last recession, so now is the time…

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Coronavirus

The 1 Rule I’ve Learned During This Stock Market Crash

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Sure, stocks could go lower. But for a stock like Franco-Nevada Corp. (TSX:FNV)(NYSE:FNV), what should you do as an investor?

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Tech Stocks

1 Tech Stock Defying All Market Crash Logic

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This tech stock has been making gains as everything around it drops, and no, it's not Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Gold Stocks Surpassing Pre-Market Crash Levels

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Gold has been touted as the one industry investors should buy in bulk, but if you're going to I would…

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Investing

How Create a Market Crash Nest Egg

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's an easy time to make a solid nest egg during this market crash, and there are two stocks that…

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Investing

Stock Market Crash: 1 Industry to Buy, 1 to Avoid

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

There are a lot of opportunities in today's stock market crash, but I would be especially interested in analyzing these…

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Coronavirus

Stock Market Crash: The 1 Industry That’s Already on the Rebound

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Stock market crash? What stock market crash? This industry already seems to be recession proof even during today's doomsday scenario.

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Investing

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Beat the System This Tax Season

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Everyone wants to pay as little as possible this tax season, so here is how you can squeeze out every…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP): To Buy or Not to Buy?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

While Shopify (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) may be down, I wouldn't count it out just yet. This stock still has a future of…

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s What Top Investors Are Saying About Today’s Market

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It can be tempting to sell it all, but advice from top investors remains the same: stay the course.

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Energy Stocks

2 Stocks That Will Still Bring in Cash During a Crash

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You can still make money even when the markets are down, and to do that you just need these two…

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Cannabis Stock I’m Buying While It’s Still Cheap

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's not a popular choice, but it's hard not to consider Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) right now.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Invest as a New Parent

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Your children are your most important investment, so make sure you're financially prepared for them.

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You Should Know This
Top TSX Stocks

2 Top Stocks to Buy During a Downturn

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With markets down, consider buying top stocks Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) for your portfolio.

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Where I Would Invest $1,000 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's not all doom and gloom. Kirkland Lake Gold Ltd. (TSX:KL)(NYSE:KL) is the perfect place to buy stock, and for…

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Stocks for Beginners

When Should I Start a TFSA?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whether you're young or old, conservative or aggressive, a TFSA should be part of your financial portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

What Is a TSX Trading Halt?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Why the halt happened, and what you can do next as an investor.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Get Back Into Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It may have been a while, but it's easier than you think to get back into investing.

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Investing

Health Scares Have Hurt Markets Before: Here’s What Happened Next

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's happened before and it'll happen again, but don't panic! Health scares are a temporary market upset.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Get Into Investing

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You won't have to worry about missing out on the next big thing if you just follow these tips.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is it Too Late to Start an RRSP?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Whether you're 20 or 60, stocks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) are perfect options to start up your RRSP.

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Investing

How to Save Twice Your Salary by Age 35

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's possible, with commitment, to reach a doubled-up salary in just a decade.

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Investing

3 Popular Stocks That Are Significantly Overvalued

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) is still massively overvalued, but so are these stocks during a downturn.

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Investing

How Much Will You Need to Retire?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

$1 million sounds nice, but is that all you'll need?

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Stocks for Beginners

Money Myth: Why Past Performance Doesn’t Guarantee Future Results

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Past performance can be a good starting point, but there's a lot more to consider.

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Dividend Stocks

Lazy Investors: Start a Real Estate Passive Income Empire

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You could bring in thousands by investing in Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) and two others stocks today.

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Bank Stocks

The #1 Way You Can Retire by 50

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's not a trick, not a secret, it just takes commitment.

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Investing

3 Dividend Stocks to Hold for Decades

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Don't invest with the goal of selling a month from now, instead choose these stocks and sit back for decades.

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Cannabis Stocks

Why Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) Could Skyrocket Sooner Than You Think

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

It's not all doom and gloom for Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB).

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks With Insane Dividend Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Share growth may not be certain, but stocks like Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) have shown dividend increases can be just as…

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Tech Stocks

What Should You Do With Shopify Stocks?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

How do you solve a problem like Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP)?

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Your Investing Goal Shouldn’t Be $1,000,000

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

$1 million can seem like a lot, but is it?

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Cannabis Stocks

1 Cannabis Stock That Could Still Make You Rich

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

With a share price below $1, there isn't anywhere for Aleafia Health Inc. (TSX:ALEF) to go but up.

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Investing

2 Recession-Ready Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY) and Nutrien Ltd. (TSX:NTR)(NYSE:NTR) both offer investors a path to growth even during a downturn.

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Energy Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy for the Next Decade

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Stop watching the stock market and look for buy and hold options like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB).

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Stocks for Beginners

Half of Canadians Are Making 1 Horrible Investing Mistake

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A TFSA can look pretty tempting, but an RRSP still has value.

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