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Author: Kay Ng

Kay began investing in dividend stocks around 2008 via the concept of value investing. Since then, she has expanded into growth investing, including in small caps. Her passion for investing has only grown over the years! After graduating from UBC with a BSc in Computer Science, she took university courses in financial markets, finance, and financial accounting. She has contributed her works to Motley Fool, Sure Dividend, and Seeking Alpha.

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Dividend Stocks

How Diversification Benefits You

| Kay Ng

Spread your risk by diversifying across quality dividend companies such as TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP). You'll be surprised by the benefits…

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Tips to Avoid Losing Money When Investing in Stocks

| Kay Ng

Want to win in the stock market? Use these tips to put the odds in your favour. Toronto-Dominion Bank (TSX:TD)(NYSE:TD)…

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U.S. Dividend Stocks for Your RRSP

| Kay Ng

Is there contribution room in your RRSP? Consider high-yield U.S. dividend stocks such as AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:ABBV) and two others.

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Why Brookfield Property Partners LP Should Be a Buy-and-Hold Investment

| Kay Ng

Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NYSE:BPY) is a strong candidate as a long-term holding, but is it a good buy today?

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The Pitfalls of Holding U.S. Dividend Stocks

| Kay Ng

Investors should carefully consider the U.S. dividend stocks they buy and the account to hold it in, even for great…

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Dividend Stocks

Don’t Speculate. Invest

| Kay Ng

Would you rather invest in Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) or Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA)? An investor should be able to answer…

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Is Manulife Financial Corp. a Buy for its 4.2% Yield?

| Kay Ng

Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) is an undervalued company with a long history of operating in Asia, the United States, and…

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New Investors: It’s Dangerous to Invest Like This

| Kay Ng

You shouldn’t aim for quick gains in the stock market. Consider investing in value dividend stocks such as Manulife Financial…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ways to Increase Your Returns

| Kay Ng

Want to become a more successful investor? Avoid expensive stocks such as Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) and invest in quality, cheap…

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Canadian Western Bank Is Still Deeply Discounted

| Kay Ng

Should you invest in Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB)? It depends on if you like value and dividends.

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Discounted Dividend Stocks for Your RRSP Today

| Kay Ng

Don't know what to hold in your RRSP? Consider quality businesses such as AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:ABBV) and one other company.

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If Bank of Nova Scotia Is Not a Buy, Is it a Sell?

| Kay Ng

Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) recovered from recent lows. If a buy is not warranted, is it a sell?

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Want Income? 2 Dividend Stocks for Your TFSA

| Kay Ng

Get tax-free income of 4-6% from Algonquin Power & Utilities Corp. (TSX:AQN) and another dividend stock. Their diversified businesses and…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Learning From Price Dips

| Kay Ng

Use price dips to buy quality dividend companies such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS).

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Why it’s a Bad Idea to Buy What Warren Buffett Buys

| Kay Ng

Why might investors fail by following Warren Buffett in his recent purchase of Phillips 66 (NYSE:PSX) shares or any of…

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Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: 3 Inexpensive Stocks With Juicy Monthly Dividends

| Kay Ng

You don’t have to worry about overpaying for these stocks that include Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET).

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Tips to Avoid Losing Money When Investing

| Kay Ng

Stocks such as Manulife Financial Corp. (TSX:MFC)(NYSE:MFC) give higher long-term returns over other classes of investments.

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Dividend Stocks

Why Stock Investing Should Beat Other Types of Investing

| Kay Ng

Buying quality businesses such as Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) will lead to investing success. However, investors should never overpay. Here's why.

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Why Did Concordia Healthcare Corp.’s Share Price Fall?

| Kay Ng

Should you stay away from Concordia Healthcare Corp. (TSX:CXR)(NASDAQ:CXRX), or is it a bargain?

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Is TransCanada Corporation a Good Dividend Investment Today?

| Kay Ng

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) offers a decent yield of 4.5%, but is the company expensive today?

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Dividend Stocks

Has the Rally Ended for Canada’s Banks?

| Kay Ng

Should you buy banks such as Bank of Montreal (TSX:BMO)(NYSE:BMO) now or wait for dips to lower prices?

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Why Contrarian and Growth Investors Should Consider Concordia Healthcare Corp.

| Kay Ng

Should you buy Concordia Healthcare Corp. (TSX:CXR)(NYSE:CXRX) for its double-digit growth?

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Common Investments: An Overview

| Kay Ng

Should you invest in ETFs, GICs, bonds, or stocks such as Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU)? Here’s an overview of the…

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What it Takes to Be a Self-Directed Investor

| Kay Ng

Imagine sitting on 80% gains after buying Microsoft Corporation (NASDAQ:MSFT) back in 2012. You could have done that if you…

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Why You Should Diversify Away From Canada

| Kay Ng

You can diversify away from Canada easily by investing in quality companies such as Brookfield Property Partners LP (TSX:BPY.UN)(NYSE:BPY) on…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: How to Get the Income You Want

| Kay Ng

Don’t want to pay more than you want for a quality dividend stock, such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS)?…

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Why You Should Own Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P.

| Kay Ng

No matter if you’re investing for total return or income. Brookfield Infrastructure Partners L.P. (TSX:BIP.UN)(NYSE:BIP) is a top investment candidate.

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Retirees: 2 Essential Things About Investing You Should Keep in Mind

| Kay Ng

If you’re near retirement or are retired, you should keep these things in mind before investing in quality stocks such…

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Is Concordia Healthcare Corp. or Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. the Better Buy?

| Kay Ng

Investors could potentially make huge gains from Concordia Healthcare Corp. (TSX:CXR)(NYSE:CXRX) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX), but which is…

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Consistent Investing Is the Way to a Comfortable Retirement

| Kay Ng

Don't let the RRSP contributions stop because you have a year before the next deadline. Invest in long-term performers such…

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A U.S. Dividend Stock With 35% Upside Potential

| Kay Ng

Search no further than AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:ABBV) for a discounted company with double-digit growth potential for price appreciation and dividend…

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Should You Sell Overpriced Stocks for Gains?

| Kay Ng

The Coca-Cola Co (NYSE:KO) and another U.S. dividend-growth stock are overpriced. Should you sell quality companies for gains and move…

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How to Invest for Higher Returns

| Kay Ng

Here's how you can improve your returns. I'll use Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR) as examples…

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New Investors: How Should You Pick Your First Stocks?

| Kay Ng

Don’t know what to buy? Don’t sweat it. Ask yourself these questions and consider quality dividend stocks such as Brookfield…

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Income Investors: Get +8% Yields From These REITs

| Kay Ng

Looking for above-average income? Buy Artis Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:AX.UN) and another REIT in your TFSA for tax-free income.

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3 Tips to Boost Your Returns

| Kay Ng

Are you afraid to invest because you’re afraid of losing your hard-earned money? Well, no more! Invest in Bank of…

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Vermilion Energy Inc.: Is it a Buy or Sell?

| Kay Ng

Should you buy Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET) for its 6.5% yield, or should you stay away because of low commodity…

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Get Reliable and Predictable Dividends From These Utilities

| Kay Ng

You can get yields of 3-5.8% from Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) and other utilities, but you should also keep prices…

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Income Investors: TransCanada Corporation Yields a Solid 4.7%

| Kay Ng

Are you looking for income growth? TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) is a good choice with a safe 4.7% yield.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Get Your Original Investment Back With Dividends

| Kay Ng

Dividends received from quality companies such as Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) can help pay back your original investment and more.

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