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Joey Frenette

Joey Frenette is a journalist, University of British Columbia graduate, ex-engineer, Warren Buffett fanatic, and Fool who's completed CFA Level 1. He’s been investing since 2014 and is always on the hunt for value, regardless of the market "weather."
Before writing at The Motley Fool, Joey worked as an analyst/developer at several Canadian small- and mid-cap software firms, including Syscon and Avigilon.
Beyond Motley Fool, Joey’s work can be found at TipRanks and InvestorPlace. Follow or send him a message on X (or Twitter) @realJoeFrenette

Recent Articles

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Energy Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Want Income and Growth

| Joey Frenette

TC Energy (TSX:TRP) and another dividend star worth buying up here.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Practically Perfect AI-Driven Dividend-Growth Stock Yielding 2.4%

| Joey Frenette

Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY) looks like a winner that will keep scoring wins in the second half of the…

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Dividend Stocks

A Strong TFSA Stock Offering a 2.2% Yield and Monthly Paycheques

| Joey Frenette

Exchange Income Corp. (TSX:EIF) is a monthly dividend payer that has been soaring in recent years.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Strong Canadian Stocks That Raised Their Dividends Again

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and another dividend growth hero worth buying here.

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Make $800 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Joey Frenette

BMO Covered Call Utilities ETF (TSX:ZWU) and other names are worth buying for your TFSA for big monthly income.

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Investing

1 Cheap Canadian Stock Down 63% to Buy and Hold

| Joey Frenette

Spin Master (TSX:TOY) could be a deep-value stock to load up on in the second half.

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Bank Stocks

My Top Canadian Dividend Stock You’ll Want to Own Forever

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) stock is a dividend growth giant that's using AI in seriously impressive ways.

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Dividend Stocks

The Best High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy Right Now for Unbeatable Income

| Joey Frenette

SmartCentres REIT (TSX:SRU.UN) and another stellar dividend play worth buying for unstoppable passive income.

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Investing

3 Canadian ETFs I’d Tuck Into a TFSA and Never Consider Selling

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF (TSX:VCN) and two other ETFs to buy and forget for the long…

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Dividend Stocks

What’s the Deal with Rogers’s Dividend?

| Joey Frenette

Rogers Communications (TSX:RCI.B) stock is taking a beating again, but its dividend remains on safe footing.

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge vs. Suncor: The Dividend Pick I’d Own Through 2026

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) are cheap dividend growers, but only one is the better bet for the second…

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Retirement

How Much Should Canadians Actually Have in a TFSA Before They Retire?

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) could be a great go-to holding to stash in a TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks Perfect for Retirees

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) stands out as a magnificent retiree-friendly dividend payer.

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Investing

What the Typical 40-Year-Old Canadian Has in Their TFSA and RRSP

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) could be a great play for TFSA and RRSP investors looking to invest more of the cash hoard.

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Investing

Have $21,000 Sitting in a TFSA? Here’s a Dividend Stock Worth Investing In

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) might be the perfect TFSA stock to own for life.

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Investing

2 Canadian Stocks That Could Win if Inflation Stays Hot

| Joey Frenette

Barrick Gold (TSX:ABX) and another value play that can win in inflationary times.

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Dividend Stocks

Forget Telus: A Cheaper Dividend Stock With More Growth Potential

| Joey Frenette

Telus (TSX:T) stock might have a huge dividend, but other names have more tailwinds and upside momentum.

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Investing

Billionaires Are Bucking the Nvidia Trend, and Now This Stock Looks Ideal

| Joey Frenette

Nvidia (NASDAQ:NVDA) has been a big winner, but there are more intriguing names out there for the smart money buyers.

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Dividend Stocks

A TFSA Income Stock Yielding 3.4% With Very Consistent Cash Flow

| Joey Frenette

Nutrien (TSX:NTR) stands out as a great value pick in a Canadian market that's getting stretched.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks Worth Holding for the Next 7 Years

| Joey Frenette

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) and another timely mover are worth holding for years.

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Investing

1 Canadian Stock for Growth and 1 for Value, Both Worth Buying Now

| Joey Frenette

Shopify (TSX:SHOP) and another great stock that could be worth picking up right here.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock That’s Been Quietly but Constantly Raising Its Dividend

| Joey Frenette

Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO) stands out as a wonderful dividend grower, but shares are getting up there in price!

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Energy Stocks

The TSX Is Facing a New Reality: 2 Stocks to Watch Now

| Joey Frenette

Cameco (TSX:CCO) and another top stock still worth buying as the TSX Index soars.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Stocks to Buy Today and Hold for the Next 7 Years

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) and another name I'm fine with holding for seven years or more.

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Investing

3 Canadian ETFs Soaring Upwards to Buy Now for a TFSA

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (TSX:ZSP) and two other passive plays for solid results.

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Dividend Stocks

A Canadian Stock Poised for a Massive Comeback in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) could be a big winner as it executes on a well-thought-out game plan.

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Investing

The 3.5% Yielding Dividend Stock Set to Soar in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Restaurant Brands International (TSX:QSR) is still cheap despite posting magnificent quarters.

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Investing

BCE vs. Telus: Which Telecom Belongs in Your TFSA?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) and Telus (TSX:T) have massive dividends that might be worth the added risk.

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Investing

2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks That Could Be a Safer Pick for Canadian Retirees

| Joey Frenette

Fortis (TSX:FTS) and another yield-rich blue-chip stock are worth buying up here.

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Investing

The 2 Stocks I’d Combine for a Strong TFSA Strategy in 2026

| Joey Frenette

Quebecor (TSX:QBR.B) and another growth play are fit for a TFSA growth fund.

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Dividend Stocks

BCE Stock’s Dividend: What’s Going on Now?

| Joey Frenette

BCE (TSX:BCE) is in a tough, uncertain spot, but shares are cheap and soverign AI could soon be the main…

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Investing

2 TSX Stocks I’d Buy Right Now (and 1 I’d Think About Letting Go)

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) and another name stand out as great value picks.

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Investing

Canadian Stocks to Own as Inflation Stages a Comeback

| Joey Frenette

Enbridge (TSX:ENB) and another fantastic dividend great are worth buying as inflation heats up again.

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Investing

2 Canadian ETFs I’d Lock Into a TFSA and Never Touch

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (CAD-Hedged) (TSX:VSP) could be a winning bet for Canadians.

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Investing

2 Overlooked Stocks That Still Look Cheap Right Now

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Tire (TSX:CTC.A) and another value gem that the market might overlook as the AI boom sparks choppiness across markets.

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Energy Stocks

Why This Boring Utility Stock Is Starting to Look Very Profitable

| Joey Frenette

Hydro One (TSX:H) stock is a great defensive dividend grower that's not as boring as you think.

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Dividend Stocks

1 Dividend Stock I’d Consider Adding More of This Very Moment

| Joey Frenette

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM) is a fairly priced bank with nice tailwinds.

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Investing

What a Typical Canadian TFSA Actually Looks Like at 55

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard All-Equity ETF Portfolio (TSX:VEQT) stands tall as an investment for a 55-year-old's TFSA.

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Investing

What the Typical 25-Year-Old Canadian Has Saved in a TFSA and RRSP

| Joey Frenette

Vanguard FTSE Canadian High Dividend Yield Index ETF (TSX:VDY) is a fantastic buy for any long-term-focused TFSA or RRSP.

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Investing

The TFSA Number You Need to Hit Before Calling It Quits

| Joey Frenette

The Vanguard FTSE Canada All Cap Index ETF (TSX:VCN) stands out as a great forever buy for a TFSA fund.

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