Andrew Button, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

WARNING: Experts Think Canada’s Housing Market Will Crash

October 6, 2020 | Andrew Button

If the housing market crashes, healthcare REITs like NorthWest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) could do better than housing.

Dividend Stocks

Not EI-Eligible? Apply for the CRB Instead!

October 6, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you receive the CRB you could invest part of the money in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS), and grow…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Apply for Canada Recovery Benefits (CRB)!

October 6, 2020 | Andrew Button

With the transition from EI to CRB, index funds like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Fund (TSX:XIC) could get a…

Dividend Stocks

Donald Trump vs. Joe Biden: Will the Stock Market Care?

October 6, 2020 | Andrew Button

If Joe Biden wins the U.S. election, it will probably be good for stocks that export to the U.S., like…

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Dividend Stocks

Is the CERB Extended in October?

October 5, 2020 | Andrew Button

Transitioning from the CERB to EI is a big decision. It also has implications if you invest in stocks like…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Transition From the CERB to EI?

October 5, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you invest in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC), transitioning from the CERB to EI…

Dividend Stocks

The CERB End Date Is Here

October 3, 2020 | Andrew Button

The CERB is officially done. What does that mean if you invest in ETFs like the BMO Covered Calls Utilities…

Tech Stocks

CRA Update: The CERB Officially Ends Tomorrow!

October 2, 2020 | Andrew Button

The CERB is being replaced by new benefits, which is good news for investors in stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

Dividend Stocks

Revamped EI: Is it Basically a CERB Extension?

October 1, 2020 | Andrew Button

With new benefits being rolled out to replace the CERB, you can invest in ETFs like the iShares S&/TSX 60…

Dividend Stocks

EI, CRB and CRCB: 3 CERB Replacements That Pay $500/Week

October 1, 2020 | Andrew Button

There are two main benefits replacing the CERB... You can also build your own with ETFs like the BMO Mid-Term…

Dividend Stocks

CERB-to-EI Transition: How to Keep Your $500/Week

October 1, 2020 | Andrew Button

The CERB is transitioning to EI, which may have implications if you invest in stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

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Dividend Stocks

CERB 2.0: Parliament Votes YES on 3 $500/Week Extended Cash Benefits!

September 30, 2020 | Andrew Button

You can receive up to $13,000 from the three new CERB-replacement benefits. That can go far if you invest it…

Dividend Stocks

Will the CRA Extend the CERB? No, but the Replacement Is WAY Better!

September 30, 2020 | Andrew Button

Thanks to the new CERB replacements being rolled out, you can invest more money in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX…

Dividend Stocks

Will the CERB Be Extended in October?

September 30, 2020 | Andrew Button

With the CERB transitioning to EI, stocks like Loblaw Co (TSX:L) may be able to stay afloat.

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Dividend Stocks

Confused About the CERB Transition to EI? Here’s What You Need to Know

September 29, 2020 | Andrew Button

The CERB is transitioning to EI. That has implications if you invest in stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS).

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Cash: New CERB Replacement Increased to $500/Week!

September 29, 2020 | Andrew Button

The CERB is now being replaced with $500/week EI. That's a big deal--particularly if you invest in ETFs like the…

Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: The Painful Part Isn’t Over

September 29, 2020 | Andrew Button

Many investors think an Air Canada (TSX:AC) rebound is coming, but these statistics paint a different picture.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy in a Market Crash

September 28, 2020 | Andrew Button

In the midst of a market crash, investors have the opportunity to buy Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) on the dip.

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Rallies Despite Data Breach

September 28, 2020 | Andrew Button

Last week, Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock rallied, despite a major hacking incident.

Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: The Terrifying Numbers

September 27, 2020 | Andrew Button

Based on its earnings so far this year, Air Canada (TSX:AC) is in bad shape for the remainder of 2020.

Dividend Stocks

3 Stocks to Build Wealth in a Market Crash

September 26, 2020 | Andrew Button

In the midst of a market crash brought on by a recession, stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) can serve you well.

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Tech Stocks

Is Bitcoin’s 2020 Rally Going to Crash?

September 25, 2020 | Andrew Button

With Bitcoin rallying in 2020, should you buy blockchain stocks like HIVE Blockchain Technologies (TSXV:HIVE)?

Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB) SOARS 15% in 1 Day Then Loses $1.8 Billion!

September 24, 2020 | Andrew Button

Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) just released its Q4 earnings after soaring 15% in a single day.

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Tech Stocks

Forget Snowflake! These 3 Canadian IPOs Did WAY Better!

September 24, 2020 | Andrew Button

Snowflake Inc (NYSE:SNOW) had a very popular IPO, but LightSpeed POS Inc's (TSX:LSPD) IPO actually performed better.

Dividend Stocks

Want to Retire Early? Buy Stocks in 2020

September 23, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you want to retire young, stock ETFs like the Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (TSX:VFV)(NYSE:VOO) are the way to…

Dividend Stocks

Homeowners Beware: Canada’s Housing Market Could Crash This Fall

September 23, 2020 | Andrew Button

The housing market could crash in the fall, but REITs like Northwest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN) are good options.

Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks for Safety in a Market Crash 2.0

September 22, 2020 | Andrew Button

If the market continues to sell off, you'll want utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in your portfolio.

Tech Stocks

Forget Facedrive (TSXV:FD): This Tiny Tech Stock Has Far More Upside

September 22, 2020 | Andrew Button

There's a lot of hype right now about Facedrive Inc (TSXV:FD), but one tiny tech stock has better fundamentals.

Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash 2.0: The September Sell-off Accelerates

September 22, 2020 | Andrew Button

The stock market is once again crashing, but this time tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) aren't the main culprit.

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Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock: Will the Crash Continue?

September 22, 2020 | Andrew Button

Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) stock tanked last week. Will the bleeding stop?

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Dividend Stocks

This 2001 Warren Buffett Quote Should Terrify Canadian Investors

September 21, 2020 | Andrew Button

A 2001 Warren Buffett quote sheds light on why he sold Canadian stocks like Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Tanks As Flights Get Cancelled

September 21, 2020 | Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is headed for another brutal quarter as travel demand isn't picking up.

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Dividend Stocks

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) vs. Air Canada (TSX:AC): Which Stock Should You Buy?

September 20, 2020 | Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is seeing a lot of momentum lately, but Canada's largest bank is a safer bet.

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash 2.0: 3 Safe Stocks to Help You Survive

September 19, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for safe stocks to carry you through a market crash, Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) would be a good…

Dividend Stocks

3 Unstoppable Dividend Stocks to Buy in September 2020

September 18, 2020 | Andrew Button

Despite COVID-19 headwinds, Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD.B) is looking unstoppable in September.

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Tech Stocks

MARKET CRASH 2.0: Panic Reigns as Stocks Slide in September 2020

September 17, 2020 | Andrew Button

Once again, stocks are falling, led by tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

Dividend Stocks

Is Canada’s Stock Market a Bubble Set to Pop?

September 17, 2020 | Andrew Button

Stocks have been rallying since late spring 2020. Are ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) in…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada’s Mortgage Debt SURGED Post-Pandemic: Is a Housing Market Crash Next?

September 17, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about the housing market, you could consider alternative real estate investments like NorthWest Healthcare Properties REIT (TSX:NWH.UN).

Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How to Buy 10 Years of Retirement for $6,000

September 16, 2020 | Andrew Button

With as little as $6,000 invested in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC), you can build…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 RRSP Tricks to Keep More of Your Money

September 16, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're a retiree, you can save money by holding dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in an RRSP.

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