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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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Investing

Boost Your Portfolio With 2025’s TFSA Contribution Room

| Andrew Button

High-yield stocks like First National Financial (TSX:FN) held in a TFSA, can boost your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

Brace Yourself: My Wildest Stock Market Predictions for 2025

| Andrew Button

I predict that the Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) will outperform other large banks next year.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Trump Trade Changes and What They Could Mean for Canadian Investors

| Andrew Button

Trump's preference for fewer banking regulations would benefit Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD).

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Dividend Stocks

Take Full Advantage of Your TFSA Contribution Room in 2025

| Andrew Button

ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) can be good uses of TFSA contribution room.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

How to Make the Most of Your TFSA Contribution Room in 2025

| Andrew Button

Shelter high yield bonds in a TFSA. Low yield stocks like Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) may not need the sheltering as…

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Bank Stocks

1 Growth Stock Down 11% to Buy Right Now

| Andrew Button

EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) is a growth stock that took a beating recently. Here's why it might be a good dip…

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Tech Stocks

Profiting From the Data Centre Boom: A Guide for Canadian Investors

| Andrew Button

AI data centre stocks like Brookfield Infrastructure Partners (TSX:BIP.UN) look very intriguing today.

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Bank Stocks

Better Bank Stock: TD vs EQB Inc

| Andrew Button

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is a giant in banking, but EQB Inc (TSX:EQB) is growing faster.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Compelling Reasons to Delay Taking CPP Benefits Until Age 70

| Andrew Button

You don't need to take CPP early if you are receiving large dividend payments from Fortis Inc (TSX:FTS) stock.

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Dividend Stocks

U.S. Tech Stocks Are Incredibly Expensive Right Now, and This Time Isn’t Different

| Andrew Button

U.S. tech stocks are pricey, Canadian ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) are cheap.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

CRA Update: No Taxes on Your First $16,129 in 2025!

| Andrew Button

Here's what the basic personal amount tax credit and recent TFSA increase means for your finances.

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Dividend Stocks

3 TFSA Red Flags Every Canadian Investor Should Know

| Andrew Button

Day trading in a TFSA is a red flag. Hold index funds like the Vanguard S&P 500 Index Fund (TSX:VFV)…

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Tech Stocks

Better Electric Vehicle (EV) Stock: Magna International vs. Rivian

| Andrew Button

Rivian (NASDAQ:RIVN) is growing quickly, but Magna International (TSX:MG) is more profitable.

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Energy Stocks

Maximizing Returns: How Canadian Investors Can Profit From AI’s Growing Energy Needs

| Andrew Button

Renewable energy stocks like Brookfield Renewable Partners (TSX:RNW) profit from AI's extreme energy usage.

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Dividend Stocks

Mergers and Acquisitions Are Heating Up for 2025, and These 3 Stocks Could Be Targets

| Andrew Button

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc (TSX:ATD) has tried to buy out 7/11. Will it prevail in 2025?

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Alert: Tax Brackets to Increase by 2.7% in 2025

| Andrew Button

Holding the iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC) in a TFSA is a great way to avoid entering a…

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Dividend Stocks

Navigating the New TFSA Contribution Room Limits in 2025

| Andrew Button

You can grow your wealth significantly with $7,000 invested in Fortis (TSX:FTS) stock in a TFSA.

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Investing

Max TFSA Room Hits $102,000 in 2025: Double it in 7 Years With This Strategy

| Andrew Button

You could double your money in just 7.2 years with index ETFs like iShares S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index Fund (TSX:XIC).

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Expect a 2.7% CPP Inflation Boost Next Year

| Andrew Button

A 2.7% inflation bump means more nominal income. Investing in ETFs like the BMO Canadian Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) provides a…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA 2025: New TFSA Limits, Adjusted Tax Brackets, & More!

| Andrew Button

In 2025, you'll get extra TFSA room. Here's why holding iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) might be wise.

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Dividend Stocks

Is Loblaw Stock a Buy, Sell, or Hold for 2025?

| Andrew Button

Loblaw (TSX:L) is Canada's biggest grocery store company. Is its stock a buy?

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Investing

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: Kinross Gold vs B2Gold?

| Andrew Button

Kinross Gold (TSX:K) is a popular gold stock, but could B2Gold (TSX:BTO) be better?

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Tech Stocks

AI Stocks to Buy Now: A Canadian Investor’s Guide

| Andrew Button

E-commerce companies like Shopify Inc (TSX:SHOP) use generative AI to help vendors create product descriptions.

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Tech Stocks

The Best AI Stocks on the TSX

| Andrew Button

Canadian companies like Kinaxis Inc (TSX:KXS) are leading the charge in AI development.

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Energy Stocks

3 No Brainer Oil Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Andrew Button

Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) stock is looking good in November 2024.

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Tech Stocks

The Future of AI: Best Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Andrew Button

AI stocks like Kinaxis Inc (TSX:KXS) are doing big things.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $500 Per Month to Create $335 in Passive Income in 2025

| Andrew Button

By investing $500 per month into a high yield stock like First National Financial (TSX:FN), you could get $337 in…

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Tech Stocks

3 AI Stocks I Like Better Than NVIDIA

| Andrew Button

Constellation Software (TSX:CSU) is a Canadian AI stock that is far cheaper than NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA).

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Dividend Stocks

Is RioCan REIT stock a buy for its 5.9% yield?

| Andrew Button

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) has had a rough go of it, but may be poised for a recovery.

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Retirement

The Case for Waiting Until Age 70 to Take CPP

| Andrew Button

You can get more CPP by delaying benefits until age 70. You can also supplement your benefits by holding ETFs…

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Dividend Stocks

Billionaires Are Selling NVIDIA and Picking Up This TSX Stock

| Andrew Button

Brookfield Corp (TSX:BN) is seeing increased buying by billionaires, while NVIDIA (NASDAQ:NVDA) is seeing increased selling.

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

TFSA: The Perfect Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Andrew Button

Utility stocks like Canadian Utilities (TSX:CU) are often very good long-term holds.

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Tech Stocks

Where Will TMX Group Stock Be in 5 Years?

| Andrew Button

TMX Group (TSX:X) has an extremely good competitive position.

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Energy Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Andrew Button

Dividend stocks like Canadian Natural Resources (TSX:CNQ) can amplify your wealth.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.4% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month

| Andrew Button

Granite REIT (TSX:GRP.UN) pays cash each month.

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend ETF to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Andrew Button

The Vanguard Canadian High Yield ETF (TSX:VDY) is one of the best Canadian dividend ETFs.

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Dividend Stocks

5.2% Dividend Yield! I’m Buying This TSX Stock and Holding for Decades!

| Andrew Button

With its 5.2% dividend yield, Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) is a stock I'm eagerly buying.

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Dividend Stocks

Beat the TSX With This Cash-Gushing Dividend Stock

| Andrew Button

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD) stock could do well in the year ahead.

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Dividend Stocks

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 44 in Canada

| Andrew Button

You can invest your TFSA in funds like the BMO Canadian High Yield Dividend ETF (TSX:ZDV) to grow the balance.

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Dividend Stocks

These 2 Simple Index Funds Could Turn $1,000 a Month Into $14,400

| Andrew Button

BMO Equal Weight Banks ETF (TSX:ZEB) offers significant income potential.

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