Christopher Liew, CFA, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Not Sure When to Take Your CPP Pension in 2020? Read This!

January 30, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Taking the CPP early or late has its pros and cons. But a retiree usually decides based on circumstance. Regardless…

Tech Stocks

1 Tech Stock Under $2 Could Double to $4 in 2020

January 29, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The tech heavyweights are already pricey and out of reach. But the small-cap dividend payer, Quarterhill stock, is a cheap…

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CPP Pension Users: The 2020 CPP Enhancement Means Your Paycheck Will Be Less

January 29, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

If you have the money to invest in the True North stock and Alaris Royalty stock, you can offset the…

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investors: 2 Dividend Aristocrats to Buy and Hold Until the End of Time

January 29, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Nothing brings the utmost financial security more than Dividend Aristocrats like Canadian Utilities stock and Enbridge stock. If you have…

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Millennials: Achieve Financial Freedom With the 50/30/20 Rule

January 28, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The 50/30/20 rule could help millennials improve financial well-being. Allocating 20% of income to invest in the Exchange Income stock…

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RRSP or TFSA: Which Should You Contribute to 1st in 2020?

January 28, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The RRSP and TFSA have individual dynamics, but your specific goals will determine which account to use in 2020. AHIP…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Avoid These 2 TFSA Tax Traps

January 28, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Your TFSA gains will remain tax-free by not over contributing and investing in foreign assets. The Canadian Natural Resources stock…

Tech Stocks

The TSX Is Up Almost 50% Between 2010-2019: Here’s Why You Probably Aren’t

January 27, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Investors of the Boyd Group stock and Constellation Software stock ten years ago saw the growth potentials of both companies.…

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1 Awesome Stock Can Help You Retire Wealthy in 2020

January 27, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Retiring a millionaire through dividend investing is not an impossible dream. Save as much as you can to be able…

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FOAS Clawback: 2 Simple Ways to Avoid the 15% OAS Tax

January 27, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The government is firm in imposing the OAS clawback. Retirees, however, can lessen the impact of the 15% reduction with…

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Tech Stocks

Tired of High Home-Buying Costs? This Company Aims to Change That in 2020

January 25, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

If buying a home in Canada has you worried about the high fees, there are companies like Real Matters that…

Dividend Stocks

TFSA Investor: Earn 341% More Inside Your TFSA Than a Taxable Account

January 25, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

You can earn over 300% more in your TFSA than in your taxable account if you buy RBC (TSX:RY) stock…

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1 High-Yield Burger Chain Stock to Own That Isn’t McDonalds

January 25, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The A&W stock is one of the interesting investment options in 2020. This first-ever restaurant chain in Canada offers both…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

2 Explosive Gold Stocks Set to Outperform Again in 2020

January 24, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

With the strong prospects of gold rising in value in 2020, top TSX gold assets like Ivanhoe stock and Gran…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Don’t Fall Into an RRSP Tax Trap in 2020

January 24, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Bank of Montreal stock and Canadian National Railway stock are ideal stocks for the RRSP. Your dividends from the stocks…

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Warren Buffett: Long-Term Investors Should Stick to Stocks Not Bonds

January 24, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Warren Buffet is a picky investor. He invests in assets like the Restaurant Brands stock and Suncor Energy because of…

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Keep Your Mind on Your Money in 2020 With These 2 Awesome Stocks

January 23, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Two awesome dividend stocks can be found in the utility sector. The low-risk business models make Fortis stock and Emera…

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Mortgage Paid Off? Look at Investing in These 3 REIT Stocks

January 23, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

An existing mortgage prevents many from investing. But the opportunity opens once the mortgage is paid off. REITs like Automotive…

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CPP Pension Users: Bulk Up Your CPP With These 2 Dividend Stocks

January 23, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CPP can only replace one-third of average work earnings, so you should begin bulking it up. Great assets such…

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Make These 2 Savvy Money Moves in 2020

January 22, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Windows of opportunity are opening for Canadians in 2020. If you can save more, you can invest in the Telus…

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2 High-Yield Royalty Stocks for High-Income Seekers

January 22, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Royalty stocks are getting the attention of income seekers. The Freehold stock and Pizza Pizza stock are among the top…

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This 1 Entertainment Stock Is Showing Signs of a Breakout in 2020

January 22, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The buzz in the stock market is strong that the Corus stock is heading for a breakout in 2020 following…

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Canada Revenue Agency: 2 Smart Ways to Get the Most From Your RRSP

January 21, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Early contribution to the RRSP and investments in dividend payers like the Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce stock and National…

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Unsure About Buying Property? Buy These 2 REITS Instead

January 21, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

If you are hesitant to buy an investment property, set your sights on industrial REITs such as the Dream stock…

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TFSA Investor: 2 Reasons Why Sitting on Cash Could Cost You Dearly

January 21, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Sitting on cash is the not the best way to use the TFSA. You can realize compound growth of money…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Avoid the 15% OAS Clawback in 2020 With These 2 Tricks

January 20, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The way to counter the 15% OAS clawback is to defer receiving it and invest in dependable dividend payers like…

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Dividend Stocks

The TSX Is up 19.13% in 2019: Here’s Why You Probably Aren’t

January 20, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

If you didn’t outperform the market in the last decade, you can do better in the new decade by making…

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Retired and Scared of a Market Crash? Here Are 2 Things to Do and 2 Things to Avoid

January 20, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The last thing retirees need during a market crash is mental stress and financial dislocation. You can plan ahead by…

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Canadian Parents: The RESP Is a Sure-Fire 20% Gain of $7,200 for Your Child

January 18, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Want your kid to go to college? Use the RESP and invest in great companies like Bell stock to get…

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CRA Pro Tips: 2 Crafty Ways to Pay ZERO Taxes on Your Assets

January 18, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

If you hate paying taxes, here are two crafty ways to pay nothing in taxes. Invest in great companies like…

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Who Gets Your TFSA When You’re Gone?

January 18, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Sun Life stock and Great-West Life stock are ideal assets to add to your TFSA. But as your money grows,…

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The Housing Market Is Strong in 2020, but Prep for a Crash at Any Time

January 17, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Canada’s housing market is on the rebound in 2020. Despite the optimism, a crash could happen again. Prepare by taking…

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This 1 Utility Stock Could Protect You From a 2020 Recession

January 17, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Despite the improving market environment, there’s no telling when the next economic downturn will occur. You can play it safe…

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TFSA or RRSP: Which One Suits You Best in 2020?

January 17, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The choice of the TFSA or RRSP as an investment account depends on one’s financial goal. But you can place…

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CPP Pension Users: 2 Reasons to NOT Delay Your CPP Until 70

January 16, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Whether you decide to take out your CPP early or late, it would be advantageous to own Rogers Sugar stock…

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Can You Retire With ZERO in Savings With Only Your OAS and CPP Pension?

January 16, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

You might not be able to live through retirement with only the OAS and CPP. It’s not too late to…

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Canada Revenue Agency: Continue to Pay ZERO in TFSA Tax in 2020

January 16, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

TFSA users incur taxes due to major and minor mistakes. Without these slips, and the right investment like the Enbridge…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Higher CPP Pension Contributions Will Impact Your Money in 2020

January 15, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The higher CPP contribution will have minimal impact to Canadians who have investments in stocks like BCE and Algonquin. The…

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Retirees: Is Ditching Your Mortgage to Rent in Retirement a Wise Choice?

January 15, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

Are Canadian retirees ready to ditch their mortgages and instead rent in retirement? A better option is to invest in…

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Hate Taxes? Then You’ll Love This New 2020 CRA Tax Cut

January 15, 2020 | Christopher Liew, CFA

The CRA tax cut, even if not significant, is always welcome. But dividend kings like Inovalis stock and Keg Royalties…

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