Christopher Liew, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Tech Stocks

BlackBerry (TSX:BB) Stock: $0 or $100?

February 22, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The BlackBerry stock soared during the GameStop episode at Wall Street, but the rally did not sustain. Despite several growth…

1st Bitcoin ETF in North America: Should You Buy it?

February 22, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The first Bitcoin ETF in North America has a rousing start on the TSX. Its market debut lifted the Hut…

Retirement Planning Isn’t a Hit or Miss Affair

February 22, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Retirees sometimes lose their financial savvy that cause them to mishandle finances. A good retirement strategy includes an investment in…

59% of Canadians Are Making This Retirement-Planning Mistake

February 20, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Losing financial independence in retirement due to lack of planning is a costly mistake of more than 50% of Canadians.…

Canada Revenue Agency: 80% of You Are Making This Huge TFSA Mistake

February 20, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

About 80% of Canadians are not maxing out their TFSA limits. If you have unused contribution rooms and free cash…

2 Dividend Aristocrat Stocks That Could Pay You Forever

February 20, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Receiving dividends forever is not a dream. The Toronto Dominion Bank stock and BCE stock are two dividend aristocrats capable…

CPP Pension Users: Is it Best to Start Payments at 60 or 70?

February 19, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP users still wonder if it’s best to take the early or late payment options. Either way, pensioners must have…

Scared of Market Volatility in 2021? Stash Your Cash in This 1 Safe Stock

February 19, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The stock market usually recovers after a crash. However, if you fear a severe correction, invest your cash in a…

Warren Buffett Advice: 2 TSX Stocks You Should Buy

February 19, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

In the most recent S.E.C. filing of Berkshire Hathaway, Warren Buffett’s conglomerate has only one Canadian company left in its…

2 Canadian Stocks That Could See Explosive Growth in 2021

February 19, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors must include the Jamieson Wellness stock and Canopy Growth stock in their watchlists. Both stocks are well-positioned for explosive…

2 Massive TFSA Mistakes to Avoid in 2021

February 18, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users can derive the full tax-free benefits of their unique investment account by avoiding two massive mistakes. The high-yield…

The Housing Market Charges Ahead: Led by 52% Home Sale Increase in Toronto

February 18, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s housing market continues to surge in 2021 and is not losing steam. However, REITs are lagging, except for industrial…

Retirees: CPP Enhancement Will Cost You Extra Money in 2021!

February 18, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CPP enhancement in 2021 will increase the monthly contribution of users by a few dollars. To have another wellspring…

How You Can Retire on ONLY Your OAS and CPP Pension?

February 17, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Downsizing and delaying the payments are two ways soon-to-be retirees could subsist with only the CPP and OAS pensions. However,…

Latest CRA Update: Is the Tax Deadline Extended Again in 2021?

February 17, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The normal deadline for tax filing and tax payment sticks in 2021 unless the CRA extends both deadlines again like…

3 Simple Ways to Avoid the 15% OAS Clawback in 2021

February 17, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The OAS clawback is a thorn, but retirees can use three simple ways to minimize its impact in 2021 and…

Canada Revenue Agency: Don’t Miss This 1 Tax Write-Off This Year

February 17, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The new DNSTC is a tax write-off not worth missing in 2021. Likewise, erstwhile dividend all-star Inter Pipeline stock received…

CRA: When Is the Best Age to Take the CPP — 60 or 65?

February 16, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CPP decision, whether at 60 or 65, hinges on a user’s circumstance and other income sources in retirement. For…

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks at Rock-Bottom Prices

February 16, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two high-yield dividend stocks are trading at low prices. Income investors can consider investing in Plaza Retail REIT stock and…

Over 200,000 Jobs Lost in January: Unemployment Over 9% Now

February 16, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s unemployment rate went up to 9.4% in January 2021 as many part-time workers lost jobs due to COVID-19. For…

Warren Buffett: Why Hasn’t the Market Crashed Yet?

February 16, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The Buffett indicator is flashing warning signals now that the stock market capitalization is double the U.S. economy. For investors,…

The Feds Did a Good Job: Bankruptcies in Canada in 2020 Hit a 20-Year Low

February 15, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bankruptcies in Canada were way down in 2020 thanks to the government-funded emergency-assistance programs. Canadians with free cash can invest…

CRA $400 Work From Home Credit: Do You Qualify?

February 15, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The home office expense deduction is a valuable tax break for Canadians working from home. You can complement this new…

Want to Retire Early? Be Careful What You Wish For

February 15, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Early retirement isn’t a sensible option if you’re unprepared for the challenges ahead. You’ll have the confidence to retire if…

3 Crucial Lessons From the Gamestop (NYSE:GME) Fiasco

February 15, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Did you get caught up in the Gamestop (NYSE:GME) fiasco? A better option than GameStop is Nuvei (TSX:NVEI). This tech…

Dividend Stocks

Day Traders, Beware: The CRA Could Tax Your TFSA Heavily

February 13, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA prohibits TFSA users from carrying on a business within the account. TFSA users are better off investing in…

CRA Update 2021: 2 Crucial TFSA and RRSP Changes You Need to Know

February 13, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA and RRSP users can resume their contributions following the CRA’s updates on the contribution limits for 2021. Royal Bank…

Got $1,000? Buy and Hold This 1 Classic Dividend Stock

February 13, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Enbridge stock will not disappoint investors with limited funds to invest. If you only have $1,000, buy and hold this…

Have a Child? The CRA Could Give You Up to $8,000 in 2021

February 12, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Parents in Canada could be entitled to receive almost $8,000 if they meet the CCB eligibility requirements. Boosting family is…

Forget Gold Stocks! Silver Has Been Posting Explosive Gains in 2021

February 12, 2021 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Should investors dump gold stocks and take positions in the First Majestic Silver Corp. stock? The shiny white metal is…