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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

Christopher is a CFA Charterholder and a former financial advisor at RBC.

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Dividend Stocks

Got Children? You Can Get an Extra $1,200 From the CRA in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian families with children will receive more critical support on top of the regular CCB benefits in 2021. If you…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Crafty Ways to Avoid the 15% OAS Clawback

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian retirees can use crafty ways to avoid or lessen the effect of the 15% OAS clawback every tax season.…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Could Hit $100,000 in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin is resurging again and hopes are high among crypto investors that the price could hit $100,000 in 2021. In…

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Dividend Stocks

Beware! 1 Tricky Way the CRA Will Tax Your $6,000 TFSA

| Christopher Liew, CFA

It might be enticing for TFSA users to invest in U.S. stocks because of the market rally. However, you risk…

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Dividend Stocks

Housing Sales Are Red Hot in Canada But Could Crash at Any Time

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a housing frenzy in Canada instead of wreaking havoc. However, the red-hot market could still crash…

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Dividend Stocks

Hate Taxes? Then You’ll Love This Little 2021 Tax Cut

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can expect a modest but important tax cut for taxation year 2021 because the BPA is increasing anew. For…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 1 Important Change to Watch in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

While it’s too early to tell, an extension of the CRB could be an important change in 2021. For income…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Must-Own TSX Stocks for 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The outlook for TSX is encouraging, although COVID-19 remains a serious threat. Investors looking for growth and stability, the Real…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Prices Are Going Insane: 3 Reasons Why You Should Avoid it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

There are inherent risks to Bitcoin and the HIVE Blockchain Technologies stock. It would help to understand the cryptocurrency market…

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Tech Stocks

Got $6,000? Forget Bitcoin: Buy These 2 Tech Stocks Instead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin is posting new record highs in 2021. However, the cryptocurrency market remains highly volatile. If you have $6,000 to…

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Dividend Stocks

The CRA Taxes CPP Pension Income: Use This 1 Strategy to Pay Less Taxes!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A TFSA is a powerful tool not only to grow money faster but a proven strategy to pay less taxes.…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: 2021 Is Ripe for a Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett’s decision to invest in gold and hold cash might be signs he’s anticipating a market crash. One of…

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Dividend Stocks

2 REIT Stocks That Are Passive-Income Machines

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If you want more financial cushion in 2021, invest in passive-income machines. Crombie stock and Summit Industrial stock can deliver…

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Tech Stocks

Bitcoin Prices Are Skyrocketing: Is a Huge Crash Unavoidable?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Bitcoin’s price is skyrocketing in 2021, but is sending alarm bells too. Investors remember the fatal crash in late 2017.…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Delay Your CPP Pension to Reduce the 15% OAS Clawback for 5 Years

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP users who are wary of the 15% OAS clawback can consider delaying pension payments until 70. Also, holding the…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Users: Is 60 or 70 the Best Age to Take Your CPP?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Consider what’s best in your circumstance if you’re choosing between the early or late CPP option. For your main income…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Won’t Touch This 1 Canadian Stock With a 10-Foot Pole

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett lost confidence in Restaurant Brands International stock and sold his entire holdings in 2020. However, the quick-service restaurant…

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Dividend Stocks

Hooray! This New CRA Change Means You Will Pay Less Taxes in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The increase in BPA means all Canadian taxpayers will have an all-important tax relief in 2021. If you can save…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Relief: Got a Child Under 18? You Can Get Almost $7,000 in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Families with children under 18 shouldn't miss out on the CRA’s generous tax-free benefit in 2021. For Canadians wishing to…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Big Changes to Be Aware of in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians must be aware of the higher CPP contribution rates and the new TFSA contribution limit, because of its significance…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Safe Dividend Stock Picks for 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If you would pick safe dividend stocks in 2021, you don’t need to go out on a limb. The top…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Is Waving a Market Crash Red Flag

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett’s move to invest in the Barrick Gold stock was out of character. However, it could also be a…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Users: 2021 Enhancement Will Bump Up Your CPP Payouts

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The CPP payouts in 2021 should be higher due to the pension’s enhancements that began in 2019. However, pension users…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: The Worst TFSA Mistake That Will Cost You a Fortune

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Users with cash as their primary investment are underutilizing their TFSAs and missing out on amazing benefits. To further increase…

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Investing

CRA 2021 Update: Don’t Forget to Claim the $500 Digital News Tax Credit!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A financial incentive in the form of a tax break awaits taxpayers subscribing to original Canadian digital news. For investment…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA $14,000 CERB: Will it Turn Into Permanent Income in 2021?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CERB is not likely to become permanent in 2021, although it paved the way for discussions on the matter in…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pensioners: Here’s How the New Increase Will Affect Your Payouts in 2021

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The ongoing CPP enhancements should result to higher payouts in 2021. However, soon-to-be pensioners should consider investing in Bank of…

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Tech Stocks

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) Stock Returns in 2020 Will Make Your Jaw Drop

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Shopify stock is the undisputed tech superstar and the TSX’s shining star. Its total return in 2020 is jaw…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension Users: 2 Frightening Truths About Retirement

| Christopher Liew, CFA

An effective retirement plan can help CPP pension users prepare for the harsh realities in retirement. If you’re building a…

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Dividend Stocks

$400 Work From Home CRA Tax Deduction: Do You Qualify?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If you’re eligible to claim the work-from-home tax deduction in 2020, $400 is a welcome tax relief from the CRA.…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Are You Eligible for the Work From Home Tax Write-Off?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians doing a thankless job of working from home can claim the new work-from-home tax deduction in 2020. To earn…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Huge TFSA Mistake Most Canadians Are Making!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Holding cash exclusively in a TFSA is the colossal mistake of most Canadians. The account’s optimum use is to invest…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: TFSA Limit Will Increase in 2021 to Over $70,000!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The TFSA contribution room is continually growing since 2009. Next year, the maximum available room could reach more than $70,000…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Simple Way to Make $500 Passive Income Per Month

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Dividend investing is the less-cumbersome way to make passive income. If you need cash flows every month, Extendicare stock and…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks That Are Absurdly Cheap Right Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Now is the best time to take positions in the Rogers Sugar stock and BlackBerry stock. At low prices, you’ll…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA 2021 Update: 2 Need-to-Know Tax Changes

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The new TFSA contribution limit and the simplified work-from-home tax deduction are the need-to-know tax changes if you want to…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Do You Qualify for the New $500 Canada Sickness Recovery Benefit?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians who can’t work due to COVID-19 infection or other underlying health conditions can receive income support through the new…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Pension Plan: Your CPP Payments Might Increase in 2021!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CPP payments might increase slightly in 2021, because contribution rates have been rising since 2019. If you need to supplement…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Users: 53% of You Are Making This Massive Mistake!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Users continue to underutilize their TFSAs in 2020. To realize the tax-free money growth, don’t hoard cash. Start maximizing your…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: $400 Tax Write-Off for At-Home Workers

| Christopher Liew, CFA

More Canadians can reduce their tax liabilities by claiming the $400 work-from-home tax deduction. If you seek a dividend-growth stock…

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