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Author: Andrew Button

Andrew Button is a freelance financial writer with extensive experience writing about stocks, real estate and managed products. His portfolio consists mainly of blue chip dividend paying stocks and index funds. He has completed the Canadian Securities Course and passed the CFA Level 1 exam. Follow Andrew on Twitter: twitter.com/AJButton2

Recent Articles

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Dividend Stocks

Trump Crashed Your Stocks? Read This Before Selling

| Andrew Button

When markets crash, dollar cost averaging into dividend funds like BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) often works.

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Dividend Stocks

Carney Cuts the Carbon Tax: What to Do With Your Savings

| Andrew Button

You can invest in stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD) with your carbon tax savings.

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Investing

AI Gains: Ignore These Overlooked Stocks at Your Peril

| Andrew Button

Many overlook Kinaxis (TSX:KXS) stock at their peril.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Index Funds I’m Holding for Long-Term Dividends and Gains

| Andrew Button

I'm currently holding iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) and two others.

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Retirement

How I’m Investing My $7,000 TFSA Contribution in 2025

| Andrew Button

I've been buying Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock in 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

Trump’s Tariff Relief: China Gains, But What About Canada?

| Andrew Button

Trump Tariffs create uncertainty, but index funds like iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) remain investable.

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Tech Stocks

How I’d Allocate $10,000 to AI Stocks in Today’s Market

| Andrew Button

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) is one of Canada's most compelling AI stocks.

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Retirement

Where I’d Invest $10,000 in Canadian Value Stocks for Long-term Growth

| Andrew Button

Suncor Energy Inc (TSX:SU) is a quality Canadian value stock.

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Retirement

Here’s the Average Canadian TFSA and RRSP at Age 60

| Andrew Button

Many Canadian retirees have tens of thousands invested in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU).

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s Exactly How a $20,000 TFSA Could Potentially Grow to $200,000

| Andrew Button

Index funds like the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index (TSX:XIC) are tax free in a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Canadian ETFs $1,000 Can Buy on the TSX Today

| Andrew Button

The BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) gives you exposure to Canadian dividend stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 2 TSX Stocks for Your $7,000 Contribution

| Andrew Button

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) is an intriguing stock.

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Energy Stocks

3 Canadian Oil and Gas Stocks to Watch for in 2025

| Andrew Button

Oil companies like Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) are doing well this year.

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Dividend Stocks

This Dividend Stock Is Set to Beat the TSX Again and Again

| Andrew Button

Fortis (TSX:FTS) still has the qualities that caused it to outperform the TSX in the past.

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Bank Stocks

Where Will TD Bank Stock Be in 3 Years?

| Andrew Button

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is doing well this year.

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Dividend Stocks

Married Canadians: Do This to Save on Taxes

| Andrew Button

You can save on taxes by holding stocks like Fortis (TSX:FTS) in a TFSA.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: Your Complete Guide to the $7,000 Contribution Room in 2025

| Andrew Button

Your TFSA is a great place to hold bond funds like iShares Core Canadian Universe Bond Index ETF (TSX:XBB).

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Money: 3 Tax Breaks to Claim When You File This Year

| Andrew Button

Here are three tax breaks you can claim that can get you a bigger payout from the Canada Revenue Agency.

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Bank Stocks

Outlook for TD Bank Stock in 2025

| Andrew Button

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) stock is really rallying in 2025. What's next?

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Dividend Stocks

These 3 TSX Stocks Are Totally Shielded From Trump Tariffs

| Andrew Button

Utilities like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) are pretty tariff-resistant.

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Dividend Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Fortis vs Emera?

| Andrew Button

Fortis (TSX:FTS) is a very well regarded utility stock, but is Emera (TSX:EMA) better?

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Dividend Stocks

With Stocks Down in 2025, Should You Buy the Dip?

| Andrew Button

Should you buy the dip? In this article, I explore that question, ultimately concluding that it depends on what you…

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Dividend Stocks

Trump Tariffs: 1 TSX Stock That Could Take a Huge Hit

| Andrew Button

Cargoget (TSX:CJT) is vulnerable to Trump tariffs due to extensive involvement in cross-border trade.

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Investing

Trump Tariffs: Is Your Money Safe?

| Andrew Button

If you hold diversified Canadian ETFs like iShares TSX Financials ETF (TSX:XFN), your money won't be too affected by Trump's…

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Tech Stocks

3 Artificial Intelligence (AI) Stocks I’d Buy in the Tech Sell-off

| Andrew Button

Canadian car parts company Magna International (TSX:MG) is using AI effectively.

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Dividend Stocks

U.S. Tech Stocks Are in Correction Territory… History Says This Happens Next

| Andrew Button

Canadian stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD) are currently better positioned than U.S. tech.

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Dividend Stocks

U.S. Stock Market Correction: Here’s Where We Stand

| Andrew Button

U.S. stocks are pricey. Canadian stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD) are less pricey.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Passive Income From Stocks Legit? Here’s How Much You Can Really Make

| Andrew Button

You can get about 5% per year in passive income, maybe more with high-yield stocks like Enbridge Inc (TSX:ENB).

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Dividend Stocks

Claiming a Home Office on Your 2024 Tax Return? Read This First

| Andrew Button

You may not be able to claim the home office tax credit, but you can claim the dividend tax credit…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Red Flags: 3 Tax Breaks That Are Often Denied

| Andrew Button

You can be denied many tax breaks, but you can't be denied the dividend tax credit when you invest in…

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Bank Stocks

How I Achieved My 2025 Goal of $5,000 in Annual Passive Income

| Andrew Button

I got to $5,675 in annual passive income with dividend stocks like the Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD).

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s How I’m Investing My TFSA Contribution Room in 2025

| Andrew Button

I bought some Brookfield Corp (TSX:BN) stock in my TFSA in 2025.

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Investing

Air Canada: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) took a beating yesterday. Is it a buy today?

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Bank Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Bank Stocks for 2025

| Andrew Button

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) is pricey by bank stock standards. Is it worth it?

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Investing

Brookfield Corporation: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Brookfield (TSX:BN) stock sold off this week. Is it still a good buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Meet the Canadian Stock That Continues to Crush the Market

| Andrew Button

Brookfield Corp (TSX:BN) continues to outperform the broader stock market.

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Stock Market

Trump Tariffs: 3 Stocks That Could Take a Beating

| Andrew Button

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) is vulnerable to Trump tariffs.

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Dividend Stocks

5 No-Brainer Dividend Stocks to Buy Now for Less Than $1,000

| Andrew Button

Dividend stocks like Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) can be a good bang for your buck.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadians: 3 Big Changes Coming to CPP and OAS in 2025

| Andrew Button

If you don't expect to get enough CPP and OAS to retire, you can invest in ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX…

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Investing

Canadians: Here’s How Much You Need in Your RRSP to Retire

| Andrew Button

It takes $1.7 million to retire according to financial advisors. Can index funds like the BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV)…

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