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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

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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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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Maximum Amount Canadians Could Have in a TFSA

| Andrew Button

No matter what your contribution room, holding ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) in a TFSA is a…

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Dividend Stocks

1 TFSA Stock That’s a Screaming Buy for March

| Andrew Button

Vanguard Emerging Markets ETF (TSX:VEE) is a screaming buy in March.

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Bank Stocks

One Magnificent TSX Stock Down 20% to Buy and Hold for Decades

| Andrew Button

TD Bank (TSX:TD) is launching a massive buyback program with its proceeds from selling Charles Schwab stock.

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Investing

My Zaniest Stock Market Predictions for 2025

| Andrew Button

I think Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) will outperform U.S. banks this year.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Money: 3 Fat Tax Breaks to Claim This year

| Andrew Button

The dividend tax credit comes in handy if you're holding dividend stocks like Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS).

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Dividend Stocks

Take Full Advantage of Your TFSA With These 5 Dividend Stars

| Andrew Button

Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) is a solid dividend stock.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use Your TFSA to Average $250.62 in Monthly Passive Income

| Andrew Button

The right TFSA income combo of dividends and interest can pay you for the rest of your life.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Success: Maximizing Your Investment Returns in 2025

| Andrew Button

ETFS like the Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets All Cap Index ETF (TSX:VEE) can maximize your TFSA wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Andrew Button

This year you get an extra $7,000 worth of TFSA room. You can use it to hold iShares S&P/TSX 60…

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Bank Stocks

Outlook for TD Bank Stock in 2025

| Andrew Button

The Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) has been rising rapidly in 2025. Can it keep up the performance?

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Investing

Air Canada: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is dirt cheap in 2025.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 3 Top-Tier Stocks for That $7,000 Contribution

| Andrew Button

Canadian stocks like Brookfield (TSX:BN) are looking good in 2025.

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Tech Stocks

Constellation Software: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) has done a lot of growth over the years but is also pricey.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Here’s the TFSA Contribution Limit for 2025

| Andrew Button

iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) is a great asset to invest TFSA contribution room.

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Investing

Where Will Brookfield Corporation Stock Be in 10 Years?

| Andrew Button

Brookfield (TSX:BN) did well last decade. Will it thrive in the next one?

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Investing

Trump’s Trade War: 3 Immediate Moves to Protect Your Wealth

| Andrew Button

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) is not strongly impacted by Trump tariffs.

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Dividend Stocks

Outlook for Brookfield Infrastructure Partners Stock in 2025

| Andrew Button

Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BIP.UN) has been doing a lot of growing lately.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) has a high dividend yield, but is it sustainable?

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Investing

Trump’s Trade War: These 3 TSX Stocks Are as Safe as it Gets

| Andrew Button

Here are three Canadian companies that are relatively safe from Trump tariffs due to their lack of U.S. exports.

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Dividend Stocks

Clock’s Ticking, Canada: The RRSP Deadline Is March 3

| Andrew Button

If you want to contribute money to an RRSP and buy iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) shares with it,…

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Bank Stocks

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: TD Bank vs Royal Bank?

| Andrew Button

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) and Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) are two of Canada's biggest bank stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Railway Stocks for 2025

| Andrew Button

The Canadian National Railway (TSX:CNR) isn't the only railroad stock in town.

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Bank Stocks

Bank of Montreal: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) has a major US presence. Is it a buy?

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Investing

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

| Andrew Button

Power Corporation of Canada (TSX:POW) is a well-run financial services company.

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Dividend Stocks

Better Insurance Stock: Manulife vs Sun Life?

| Andrew Button

Manulife (TSX:MFC) is a well-known insurer, but could Sun Life Financial (TSX:SLF) be a better one?

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Dividend Stocks

Better Materials Stock: Nutrien vs Barrick Gold?

| Andrew Button

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) is a quality materials stock.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Growth Strategy: Turn $350 Weekly Into $100,000

| Andrew Button

By investing $350 per week in index funds like iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) you can achieve a $100,000…

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Dividend Stocks

TD Bank Stock: The Easy Money’s Been Made

| Andrew Button

After settling with US regulators, this Canadian bank stock should at least market perform, but should you buy more shares?

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $50,000 in This Stock and Get $2,950 Back Per Year in Dividends

| Andrew Button

First National Financial (TSX:FN) stock throws off a lot of income.

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Dividend Stocks

Thomson Reuters: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Andrew Button

Thomson Reuters (TSX:TRI) is a great company but a richly valued stock.

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Investing

A Dividend Giant I’d Buy Over ASML Stock Right Now

| Andrew Button

ASML (NASDAQ:ASML) is a dividend investor fan favourite, but this Canadian bank has a higher yield.

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Investing

Safe as Milk: 3 Stocks for Canadians Worried About Trump Tariffs

| Andrew Button

Dollarama Inc (TSX:DOL) stock looks pretty tariff-proof.

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Andrew Button

Holding exchange-traded funds like BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) in a TFSA is a good way to boost your wealth.

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Investing

TFSA Red Flags: These Canadians Broke the Rules and Got Taxed

| Andrew Button

Holding funds like the Vanguard FTSE All-Cap Canada ETF (TSX:VCN) in a TFSA beats day trading.

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Dividend Stocks

Trump-Proof Your Portfolio: 3 Protected Canadian Stocks

| Andrew Button

EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) is a small bank with no U.S. presence. It seems pretty Trump-proof.

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Bank Stocks

A Few Years From Now You’ll Probably Wish You’d Bought This Undervalued Stock

| Andrew Button

EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) stock has plenty of room to run.

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