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Author: Daniel Da Costa

Daniel joined the Motley Fool Canada team in 2019 with years of experience in banking and investing. Growing up the son of a proprietary stock trader and educator, Daniel’s always found joy in helping Canadians to improve their financial situations. With the Motley Fool, Daniel sees an even more rewarding way to impact Canadians positively. A student and great admirer of Warren Buffett, he’s always looking for investments offering growth at a reasonable price. Outside of finance, Daniel enjoys spending his time with family, sailing, and watching Formula One.

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Dividend Stocks

Could Fortis Stock Help You Retire a Millionaire?

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Fortis is a stock that every Canadian investor should consider buying now and holding for years to come.

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Dividend Stocks

The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this growth stock, trading below its historical average, is one of the best investments you can buy today.

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Investing

Prediction: Dollarama Stock Will Be Worth $240 Within 2 Years

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Dollarama stock is one of the best growth stocks on the TSX and why it should continue to…

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Investing

3 Things to Know About Cineplex Stock Before You Buy

| Daniel Da Costa

Cineplex stock may be trading at compelling levels, but here are three crucial facts to know before you pull the…

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian Pipeline Stock Yields 6.1% and Keeps Growing

| Daniel Da Costa

This Canadian pipeline stock offers an attractive, stable and growing dividend, making it one of the best long-term investments to…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks Trading Below Their Intrinsic Value

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are two of the highest-quality stocks on the TSX that both currently trade below their intrinsic values.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6.1% Monthly Dividend Stock is a Cash Flow Machine

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this monthly dividend stock is one of the best investments that passive income seekers can make today.

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Investing

This Stock Down 29% Is Bay Street’s Biggest Mistake

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this long-term growth stock is one of the best on Bay Street, especially given its current 29% discount…

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Dividend Stocks

The 6% Monthly Dividend Stock That Never Disappoints Shareholders

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this reliable 6% monthly dividend stock is one of the best long-term investments you can buy on the…

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Investing

Analysts Agree These Canadian Stocks Are “Strong Buys”

| Daniel Da Costa

If you’ve got cash that you’re looking to put to work, here are three high-potential Canadian stocks that analysts overwhelmingly…

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Dividend Stocks

The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why goeasy is still one of the best growth stocks to buy, even after earning investors a total return…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks With Ultra Safe Dividend Yields

| Daniel Da Costa

These three Canadian stocks all pay attractive dividends and have ultra-low payout ratios, making them some of the best stocks…

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Investing

5 Unstoppable Growth Stocks to Buy Right Now for Less Than $200

| Daniel Da Costa

These five Canadian stocks offer some of the best and most reliable growth potential on the TSX, making them some…

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Investing

3 Reasons to Buy Dollarama Stock Like There’s No Tomorrow

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why Dollarama is one of the best stocks on the TSX and you'll want to buy the discount retailer…

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $5,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These three companies all have solid operations and tonnes of growth potential, making them three of the best dividend stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Utility Stocks That Could Help Set You Up for Life

| Daniel Da Costa

If you’re looking to boost your income or shore up your portfolio, here are three of the best utility stocks…

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Investing

How to Invest $20,000 for Growth in the Coming Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how to take a long-term approach and invest in the best growth stocks to own over the coming decade.

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Dividend Stocks

Beat Back Inflation With Dividend Growth Stocks

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how high-quality dividend growth stocks can help you grow your money safely and consistently, to mitigate the effects of…

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Investing

Cautious Investor? 2 Steady Canadian ETFs to Feel Confident About

| Daniel Da Costa

These two Canadian ETFs own some of the safest and highest-quality companies in Canada, making them ideal for cautious investors.

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Dividend Stocks

New Investors: How to Invest Your Money With Confidence

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can pick the best stocks and invest with confidence, whether you're a new investor or have years…

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Investing

1 Consumer Staple Stock Down 19% to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why you'll want to buy this high-quality defensive growth stock right now, while it's nearly 20% off its 52-week…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Decades of Passive Income? 2 Stocks to Buy Now and Hold Forever

| Daniel Da Costa

These two stocks have reliable operations and generate substantial cash flow, making them two of the best dividend stocks to…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Incredibly Cheap Growth Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These two growth stocks are both unbelievably cheap and have significant long-term potential, making them some of the best to…

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Investing

Wisdom From Warren Buffett That Could Make You a Better Investor

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are some of the best quotes on investing from Warren Buffett so you can buy stocks like the world's…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Top Canadian ETFs to Buy for Instant Diversification

| Daniel Da Costa

These three funds are reliable and well-managed, making them three of the best Canadian ETFs to buy now for conservative…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Going for Gold? How the Precious Metal Stocks, ETFs, and Funds Stack Up

| Daniel Da Costa

With uncertainty in the economy continuing to drive the price of gold higher, here are the best stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

For Reliable Passive Income, 3 Safer Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These stocks have reliable operations and consistently increase their dividends, making them three of the best Canadian stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock: Is the Reduced 5.8% Dividend Yield Safe?

| Daniel Da Costa

After BCE stock reduced its dividend by a whopping 56% in May, is the stock worth buying now, or is…

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These companies have high-quality operations and tonnes of long-term potential, making them some of the best dividend stocks to buy…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Invest $10,000 in Canadian Dividend Stocks for the Next Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can pick the perfect Canadian dividend stocks to buy now and hold for years in your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Infrastructure Stock Down 10% to Buy Right Now

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this top TSX stock is the perfect investment to buy right now and hold for the long haul,…

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Investing

5 Undervalued Stocks Worth Adding to Your $7,000 TFSA Today

| Daniel Da Costa

These five stocks are some of the most undervalued businesses on the TSX, making them ideal investments for your TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

4 Incredibly Cheap Real Estate Stocks to Buy Now

| Daniel Da Costa

These four REITs are some of the best in Canada and all trade cheaply, making them some of the best…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Build an Unstoppable Income Portfolio With $7,000

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how to find the highest-quality dividend stocks on the TSX to build a reliable and unstoppable income portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

This Canadian REIT Giant Paying 5.9% Is My Ultimate Monthly Income Pick

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's why this Canadian retail REIT is one of the best and most consistent investments to buy for monthly income.

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Dividend Stocks

This Stock Down 30% Could Be the Bargain of the Decade

| Daniel Da Costa

With this impressive Canadian growth stock trading 30% off its 52-week high, it might be the best bargain we've seen…

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Dividend Stocks

I’d Invest $7,000 in These 3 Stocks for a Lifetime of Dividends

| Daniel Da Costa

These stocks offer safe, but more importantly, growing dividends, making them three of the best to buy now and hold…

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Investing

Dollarama vs. Canadian Tire: Why I’d Consider Them for My $7,500 Retail Investment

| Daniel Da Costa

Although many retail stocks are under pressure in this environment, here's why Dollarama and Canadian Tire are two of the…

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Investing

Smart Tax Strategies for Canadian Investors

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how Canadians can both reduce their tax bill, and save their money to invest in high-quality stocks for retirement.

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Investing

The Prepared Investors Battle Plan for a Trade War

| Daniel Da Costa

Here's how you can help protect your capital during a trade war, and even take advantage of the opportunity to…

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