Andrew Button, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

WARNING: CERB and CEWS Are About to Expire!

June 5, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about losing the CERB when it expires, consider holding dividend ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index…

Dividend Stocks

Here’s How Much Tax You’ll Owe on Your $1,000 Bi-Weekly CERB Cheques

June 5, 2020 | Andrew Button

You will inevitably owe taxes on your CERB cheques, but you can minimize it by holding ETFs like the iShares…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) Latest Move Proves Warren Buffett Right

June 4, 2020 | Andrew Button

After issuing new shares to cover expenses, Air Canada (TSX:AC) is in rough shape.

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TFSA Investors: 3 Stocks to Invest $6,000 in Right Now!

June 4, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for quality TFSA stocks to buy in June, the Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) may fit the bill.

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Tech Stocks

Better Tech Stock: Shopify (TSX:SHOP) vs. Amazon (NASDAQ:AMZN)

June 3, 2020 | Andrew Button

Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN) is one of the top e-commerce companies, but could a Canadian upstart challenge it?

Dividend Stocks

CERB Expires October 3 But This $2,000/Month Lasts Forever!

June 3, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you want to get a $2,000/month cash stream that lasts forever, consider investing in Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) stock.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s My Top Stock to Buy in June

June 2, 2020 | Andrew Button

Posting a big earnings jump after the market crash, the Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) looks like a buy.

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Dividend Stocks

Unpopular Opinion: TD (TSX:TD) Did Surprisingly Well in Q2

June 2, 2020 | Andrew Button

Despite a 50% decline in its profit, the Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD) did surprisingly well in Q2.

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Coronavirus

Canadians: Should You Apply for CERB or Get Re-Hired with CEWS?

June 2, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you get re-hired with CEWS, you can invest your earnings in ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund…

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Dividend Stocks

Forget CERB: A TFSA Could Pay $500 More … Tax-Free!

June 1, 2020 | Andrew Button

While CERB pays only $2,000 temporarily, you can earn up to $2,500 a year forever with stocks like Fortis Inc…

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Dividend Stocks

3 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy in June

June 1, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're looking for a solid yield in June, consider picking up shares of the Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD).

Coronavirus

Market Crash 2020: Is it Safe to Buy Canadian Airline Stocks?

May 31, 2020 | Andrew Button

Airline stocks as a whole are doing poorly, but don't mistake cargo airlines like Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) for the likes…

Cannabis Stocks

Aurora Cannabis (TSX:ACB): The $1 Billion Question

May 30, 2020 | Andrew Button

Faced with bad assets and even more writedowns, Aurora Cannabis Inc (TSX:ACB)(NYSE:ACB) stock is looking ugly.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: Got $6,000? These 3 Stocks Are Looking Good

May 29, 2020 | Andrew Button

Driven by strong growth, stocks like Cargojet Inc (TSX:CJT) could be good buys at today's prices.

Dividend Stocks

CRA Update: $40.3 Billion in CERB Money Paid… and Rising!

May 28, 2020 | Andrew Button

Since the program was rolled out, CERB has paid $40.3 billion. That's good news for companies like Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL).

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Don’t Pick Stocks, Do This Instead!

May 28, 2020 | Andrew Button

Warren Buffett thinks you'd be better off owning index funds like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) than most…

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Dividend Stocks

Your RRSP Won’t Be Enough for Retirement

May 27, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're looking to retire, you should hold ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in both an…

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Coronavirus

Stock Market Crash Round 2: Is it Happening or What?

May 27, 2020 | Andrew Button

In the event of a second stock market crash, airlines like Air Canada (TSX:AC) will fare the worst.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Warren Buffett Still Worth Emulating Despite Massive Underperformance?

May 26, 2020 | Andrew Button

In 2020, Warren Buffett has been underperforming the S&P 500, but his favourite stocks like Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR) may…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Owns These 2 Canadian Stocks: Should You?

May 26, 2020 | Andrew Button

Warren Buffett isn't known for buying Canadian stocks, but he does own a few, like Restaurant Brands International Inc (TSX:QSR)(NYSE:QSR).

Coronavirus

Could Air Canada (TSX:AC) Be a Millionaire-Maker Stock?

May 26, 2020 | Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is currently trading at a historically low price. Does that make it a buy?

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Do THIS or Pay Back Your $2,000 Monthly CERB Payments!

May 25, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're looking to get CERB and not have to pay it back, consider holding ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

Got $2,000 to Invest? These 3 Stocks Could Pay off Massively in 10 Years

May 25, 2020 | Andrew Button

Stocks rise and fall, but quality businesses like The Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) grow over the long term.

Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks to Buy With Bank of Canada’s Low Interest Rates!

May 24, 2020 | Andrew Button

In a low interest rate environment, utility stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) tend to thrive.

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Dollar: Do THIS if the Loonie Keeps Plummeting!

May 23, 2020 | Andrew Button

If the Canadian dollar continues its slide, stocks like the Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR)(NYSE:CNI) will benefit.

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: How to Get $2,432 Tax-Free Income While AVOIDING OAS Clawbacks!

May 22, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you want to avoid OAS clawbacks, make sure you hold dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in a TFSA.

Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Execs Forecast Three Years of Pain: Should you SELL the Stock?

May 21, 2020 | Andrew Button

In its first quarter press release, Air Canada (TSX:AC) said it would take three years to get back to 2019…

Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks that CRUSHED Earnings Despite COVID-19!

May 21, 2020 | Andrew Button

Despite COVID-19, stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP) managed to crush earnings in Q1.

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Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Is it Headed BACK to $1?

May 20, 2020 | Andrew Button

Not that long ago, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock was trading for just $1. Could it go that low again?

Dividend Stocks

Got $3,000 to Invest? Here Are 3 Cheap TSX Stocks to Buy in May

May 20, 2020 | Andrew Button

After the recent stock market crash, stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) remain historically cheap.

Dividend Stocks

77% of Canadians Are Making This RRSP Mistake… and the CRA Is Reaping the Rewards!

May 19, 2020 | Andrew Button

Only 23% of Canadians are contributing to RRSPs, which means 77% are missing out on tax-deferred gains on ETFs like…

Coronavirus

Market Crash 2020: Why Warren Buffett Isn’t Buying

May 19, 2020 | Andrew Button

Famous value investor Warren Buffett is not interested in buying stocks, especially not airlines like Air Canada (TSX:AC). Why?

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Dividend Stocks

Is Warren Buffett Getting Ready to Bail on Bank Stocks?

May 19, 2020 | Andrew Button

With Warren Buffett now selling bank stocks, should you trim your position in banks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY)?

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Should You Take CPP at 60 Because of COVID-19?

May 18, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you hold ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in an RRSP, you don't need to take…

Dividend Stocks

Laid off Due to COVID-19? That $2,000 CERB Check Won’t Get You Far

May 18, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're worried that CERB won't get you far, consider dividend ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU).

Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash Round 2: Now’s the Time to Prepare Yourself

May 16, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about a renewed stock market crash, a utility like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) could be your best friend.

Coronavirus

Canadians: 3 Ways the CRA Can Help You During COVID-19!

May 15, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you hold stocks like Air Canada (TSX:AC), the Canada Revenue Agency has got your back.

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Warren Buffett: Has He Really Lost His Magic Touch?

May 14, 2020 | Andrew Button

Over the years, Warren Buffett has avoided tech stocks like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP), and it may have hurt his returns.

Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How to Save $300 on Your Tax Bill and Avoid OAS Clawbacks!

May 14, 2020 | Andrew Button

To reduce the risk of OAS clawbacks, hold dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) in a TFSA.

Dividend Stocks

Retirees Beware: The CRA Will Tax Your CPP and OAS!

May 13, 2020 | Andrew Button

If you're worried about having your CPP and OAS taxed, holding ETFs like the iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU)…

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