Kay Ng, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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Dividend Stocks

How Low Oil Prices Truly Impact Boardwalk REIT

November 25, 2015 | Kay Ng

Low oil prices have brought down Boardwalk REIT's (TSX:BEI.UN) share price. However, the director just bought over $70,000 worth of…

Dividend Stocks

Winning Investing Strategy: Know Yourself. Know Your Stock.

November 25, 2015 | Kay Ng

To win in the stock market, you must know your investment style and the types of stocks you're buying. According…

Yamana Gold Inc.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

November 24, 2015 | Kay Ng

If you bought Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) at $20 back in 2012, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Barrick Gold Corp.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

November 24, 2015 | Kay Ng

If you bought Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) at $54 back in 2011, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Get $1,000 in Monthly Rental Income from Boardwalk REIT

November 24, 2015 | Kay Ng

Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) offers a safe 4.35% yield from a diversified portfolio of residential properties. You can receive monthly rental…

Stocks for Beginners

Why New Investors Should Stop Hoping for Quick Gains

November 24, 2015 | Kay Ng

Using Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) as an example, I illustrate why new investors should stop using volatile stocks for…

Dividend Stocks

Teck Resources Ltd.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

November 23, 2015 | Kay Ng

If you bought Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) at $60 back in 2011, it has been a horrible investment. Should you…

Why a Dividend-Growth Stock Is Safer Than a Dividend Stock

November 23, 2015 | Kay Ng

I compare TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and illustrate how a dividend-growth stock is a better investment than…

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Get Stable Yields of 5.5% From These Retail REITs

November 23, 2015 | Kay Ng

Rental income from RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and other REITs can be a nice addition to any dividend…

Dividend Stocks

When to Buy Your Favourite Dividend Stock

November 23, 2015 | Kay Ng

With stock prices going up and down, how do you know when to buy your favourite dividend stock? I'll use…

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Is Canadian Western Bank Super Cheap?

November 21, 2015 | Kay Ng

Thanks to the low oil price, Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is now cheap compared with its historical levels. Should you…

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Millions of Dollars in Dividends Are up for Grabs

November 21, 2015 | Kay Ng

You can easily buy a dividend stock like Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) to grab your…

Buy Quality, Not Quantity

November 20, 2015 | Kay Ng

Instead of buying the next hot stock, you should focus on quality. Quality dividend stocks such as Canadian Utilities Limited…

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Is TransCanada Corporation Still a Valid Dividend Investment Without Keystone XL?

November 19, 2015 | Kay Ng

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) yields 4.8% today. Based on company forecasts, if you bought 100 shares today, you'd receive about $224…

Dividend Stocks

Know What Kind of Business You Are Buying

November 18, 2015 | Kay Ng

Before you buy any stock, you should know what kind of business it is and why you're buying it. Fortis…

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REITs With High Yields up to 12.2%

November 17, 2015 | Kay Ng

Are the high yields of 12.2% and 8.9% from Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) and Northview Apartment REIT…

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How to Get Passive Rental Income With Yields Over 5%

November 16, 2015 | Kay Ng

Want to sit back and collect rent from shopping centres and other retail properties? Invest in RioCan Real Estate Investment…

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Should You Buy Canadian Apartment Properties REIT for Residential Rent?

November 16, 2015 | Kay Ng

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) dipped 16% and now yields 4.9%. Is it cheap enough to buy?

Dividend Stocks

Is Emera Inc. a Buy With its 4.5% Yield?

November 13, 2015 | Kay Ng

Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) offers a stable yield of 4.5% and a growing dividend. And its recent announcement to acquire TECO…

Dividend Stocks

Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited a Buy After a 17% Pullback?

November 12, 2015 | Kay Ng

Canadian Tire retail stores are popular among Canadians. Is Canadian Tire Corporation Limited (TSX:CTC.A) a good business to own at…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Stocks to Buy Today

November 12, 2015 | Kay Ng

Don't know which dividend stocks to buy? Consider Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) and Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN). Here's why...

Dividend Stocks

How Interest Rate Hikes Affect Dividend Stocks

November 12, 2015 | Kay Ng

Interest rate hikes make dividend stocks such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) and Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) less…

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Dividend Stocks that Counter Interest Rate Hikes

November 11, 2015 | Kay Ng

Cheap and high-growth dividend stocks like Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) can help investors counter any rate hikes. Here's why.

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Outperform by Buying Allied Properties Real Estate Investment

November 11, 2015 | Kay Ng

Historically, Allied Properties Real Estate Investment (TSX:AP.UN) has outperformed the REIT index as well as the market. Now is an…

How to Lower the Risk of Your Stock Portfolio

November 11, 2015 | Kay Ng

There's a trade-off between risk and returns. At the same time you lower the risk, you're also clipping the returns…

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Get an 11% Income From Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst

November 10, 2015 | Kay Ng

Investors can get 11% from income alone from Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN). The shares are cheap, too!

Dividend Stocks

Want More Income? Get Higher Yields From the Pipeline Sell-Off

November 10, 2015 | Kay Ng

The pipeline sell-off has led to higher yields, and thus, higher income for owning shares in businesses such as TransCanada…

Lower Your Risk by Buying Dividend Stocks

November 9, 2015 | Kay Ng

Dividend stocks that pay shareholders regular income are a way to lower the cost basis over time. Dividend-growth stocks such…

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3 Quality Dividend Stocks for New Investors

November 7, 2015 | Kay Ng

Are you at a loss as to what to invest in? Start with quality dividend-growth stocks like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)…

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Is Magna International Inc. a Buy After Falling 10%?

November 6, 2015 | Kay Ng

Magna International Inc.'s (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA) stock price fell 10%. Over the long term, that could lead to higher returns. Should you…

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Want Income? Get 8-11% Yields From These REITs

November 5, 2015 | Kay Ng

If you want immediate income, REITs such as Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN) and Dream Office Real Estate Investment…

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Never Run Out of Money Again

November 5, 2015 | Kay Ng

Save from every paycheque and invest in ETFs or quality stocks such as Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS). Dollar-cost averaging into the…

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Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP Looks Attractive

November 4, 2015 | Kay Ng

Utilities like Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) provide the most stable kind of income because everyone uses electricity. Today,…

Dividend Stocks

Boardwalk REIT: A Quality REIT Priced Cheaply for Your Dividend Portfolio

November 4, 2015 | Kay Ng

Looking for quality rental income? Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) is conservatively run and a good choice for passive income investors, and…

Dividend Stocks

Investing Mentality: Short-term Pain Equals Long-term Gain

November 4, 2015 | Kay Ng

Investing can be as simple as buying quality dividend stocks such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) when prices drop.…

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Is Husky Energy Inc. a Buy After Falling 12% in a Day?

November 2, 2015 | Kay Ng

Husky Energy Inc.'s (TSX:HSE) next dividend will be paid out in common shares. Its shares reacted by falling over 12%.…

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Fortis Inc.: A Low-Risk Utility With a Safe and Growing 4% Yield

November 2, 2015 | Kay Ng

Fortis Inc.'s (TSX:FTS) diversified assets, strong balance sheet, and regulatory nature makes it a low-risk investment. The utility is so…

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How Safe Is Inter Pipeline Ltd.’s 6% Yield?

November 2, 2015 | Kay Ng

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) pays a monthly dividend. Shareholders receive $60 a year for a $1,000 investment. But how safe…

Dividend Stocks

When Should You Buy Your Favourite Dividend Stock?

October 31, 2015 | Kay Ng

Ever missed the opportunity to buy a quality dividend stock? Don't ever miss it again! Here's how I bought shares…

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How to Set Goals for Your Investments

October 30, 2015 | Kay Ng

If you don't set goals as an investor, how do you know if you're on track? Here's how to set…

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