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Author: Christopher Liew, CFA

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

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Investing

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Went Bankrupt in 2003: Will It Happen Again?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The nearly 70% year-to-date loss of the Air Canada stock brings back memories of 2003 when the airline company filed…

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Dividend Stocks

Got Credit Card Debt? Do These 3 Things

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The 2020 pandemic is not the time to bloat credit card debts. Instead, you should take steps to be free…

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Dividend Stocks

Yes, the Market Will Crash Again: Are You Ready?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investment experts are sure the market will crash again. The advice is not to run for the hills but to…

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Dividend Stocks

Hope to Retire 1 Day? Do This 4-Step Checklist

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A four-step checklist can help would-be retirees prepare for a full and enjoyable retirement. For investment income, the TELUS stock…

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Dividend Stocks

CPP Pension and OAS Payments: Not Enough to Live on

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Would-be retirees should prioritize retirement savings to supplement the inadequacy of the CPP and OAS. The Bank of Nova Scotia…

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Dividend Stocks

2 REITs That Are Built to Ride Out a Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Most REIT stocks are underperforming in 2020 due to the severe impact of COVID-19. However, the Slate Grocery stock and…

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Dividend Stocks

Confused About CERB Ending? You Might Qualify for EI

| Christopher Liew, CFA

As CERB ends, Canadians can transition to the revamped EI system or apply for three other benefits to continue receiving…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Avoid Canadian Stocks at All Costs?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett’s ditching of Restaurant Brands International stock doesn’t mean investors should avoid Canadian stocks. If that were his position,…

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Dividend Stocks

A Diamond-in-the-Rough Dividend Stock

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The Polaris Infrastructure stock is having an incredible run in 2020. Aside from the pandemic, social and political risks hound…

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Dividend Stocks

Investing $400/Month Can Make You a Millionaire by Retirement

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians can ensure retirement security by investing $400 per month in high-yield dividend stocks. The Pembina Pipeline stock is ideal…

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Dividend Stocks

Hate Realtor Fees? Buy a REIT Stock Instead!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Aside from the purchase price, realtor fees and other costs increases the total expense of home ownership. Since the housing…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: Brace Yourself for a Canadian Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett must be anticipating a market crash in Canada. He sold his entire holdings in Restaurant Brands International stock.…

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Dividend Stocks

From Bull to Bear: The Next Market Crash Will Happen Quickly

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The COVID-19 crash could repeat and turn the current bull rally into a bear market without warning. Investors can seek…

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Dividend Stocks

Worried About CERB Being Over? Earn $2,000/Month This Way Instead

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CERB is over, but it doesn’t mean the income support is irreplaceable. There are many ways to earn $2,000 monthly.…

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Dividend Stocks

2 REITS That Are Passive Income Machines

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadians looking to boost household income, emergency funds, or retirement savings, the PROREIT stock and the SmartCentres stock are the…

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Dividend Stocks

Alberta’s Mortgage Deferral Rates Are an Insanely High 21%

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Oil-producing regions, particularly Alberta, are experiencing high mortgage deferral rates. For investors looking for safe havens, the North West Company…

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Dividend Stocks

The Canadian Dollar Is Weak: Buy These 2 Export-Heavy Stocks

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Export-related businesses should benefit from a weaker Canadian dollar. For investors taking advantage of the currency depreciation, the Magna International…

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Dividend Stocks

Did COVID-19 Drain Your Savings? Don’t Worry. Do These 3 Things

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can avoid draining your savings in the pandemic by getting on top of your finances by taking three positive…

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Dividend Stocks

Housing Crash: Will 2020 Finally Be the Year the Bubble Bursts?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A strong rebound in unemployment and job security could prevent the housing bubble from bursting in 2020. For investors wishing…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash Warning: 2020 Can Go From Bad to Worse

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors should note flashing signs that could turn the stock market from bad to worse. If you need a stronger…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Warren Buffett Quotes for What to Do During a Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett amassed his fortune during market crashes. His two famous quotes can help investors deal with the turbulence. You…

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Dividend Stocks

Help Is Coming Canada: Trudeau to Unveil 3-Pillar Economic Recovery Plan

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveiled a 3-pillar economic recovery plan during his throne speech. With the focus on clean…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Beast to Buy Now to Get Income for Decades

| Christopher Liew, CFA

A dividend beast in a highly volatile energy industry is hard to believe. However, the Enbridge stock is for investors…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Ways to De-Risk Your Investments for a Market Crash

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Shifting to bonds for fixed-income and investing in gold for safety are two ways to de-risk your investments when a…

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Dividend Stocks

48,000 CRA Accounts Might Have Been Hacked

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CAFC confirms evidence of hacking activities on the CRA portal. About 48,000 accounts were targeted by cybercriminals. On the TSX,…

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Dividend Stocks

Could You Live Off of ONLY OAS and CPP Pension?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Understand early on that an individual retiree can’t live off the OAS and CPP only. It would be best to…

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Dividend Stocks

1 Huge COVID-19 Money Mistake You Might be Making

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The COVID-19 pandemic is the ultimate challenge. Avoid committing a money mistake that can lead to economic dislocation. Invest in…

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Dividend Stocks

Stock Market Crash 2.0: On the Edge of a Huge Drop

| Christopher Liew, CFA

If the stock market crash 2.0 is inevitable as analysts predict, prepare for a huge drop. However, you can protect…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Housing Bubble Might Finally Burst by 2022

| Christopher Liew, CFA

CMHC predicts the housing bubble to burst by 2020, although it should open an affordable window for homebuyers. The Slate…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2.0: Approaching the Cliff

| Christopher Liew, CFA

According to analysts, the events in September point to another market crash. If you think the market is approaching the…

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Dividend Stocks

Avoid This #1 Market Crash Investing Mistake

| Christopher Liew, CFA

When the stock market crashes, it’s a mistake to sell at rock-bottom prices. You can avoid it with less-risky assets.…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: His Secret to Getting Rich

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett conquered his fear of public speaking and reveals it was his secret to getting rich. His long-term horizon…

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Dividend Stocks

Are We at the Start of a Stock Market Selloff?

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Signs of another market selloff are developing and have nothing to do it the September Effect. However, buying opportunities could…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: His Tech IPO Price Just Went Through the Roof!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffett’s second IPO investment is a tech startup. It was successful, given the $800 million gain on the first…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Cash: 2 Ways to Earn $2,000/Month That Isn’t CERB!

| Christopher Liew, CFA

You can replace the $2,000 monthly CERB with two passive income options – create an online business or dividend investing.…

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Investing

Market Crash 2020: The Next Drop Will Be Much Worse

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Stock markets remain shaky despite the dramatic rebound following the March crash. However, a sequel could be worse. Only the…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Safe High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy in Case the Market Crashes

| Christopher Liew, CFA

The stock market appears to be heading into another crash in 2020. Income investors should consider taking positions the TransAlta…

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Dividend Stocks

These 2 Expensive Things Are Keeping You Poor

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Living luxuriously and in expensive cities can keep you poor. If you can change your lifestyle and relocating, you can…

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Dividend Stocks

Terrified of a Market Crash? Don’t Panic — Do These 3 Things

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Panic is not the solution if you’re terrified of a market crash. You can fight the fear by taking proven…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Reasons Why it Is a Bad Idea to Save Your Money Instead of Investing it

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Investing is the catalyst for saving. An investment in a high-yield asset like the Rogers Sugar stock allows you to…

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