Nelson Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

Recent Articles

Dividend Stocks

Yes, You Can Become a Millionaire (Even on an Average Salary!)

May 8, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Great stocks such as Sienna Senior Living Inc. (TSX:SIA) and High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF) likely won't make you a…

Dividend Stocks

Become a TFSA Millionaire With Methanex Corporation and Linamar Corporation

May 5, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Build an impressive TFSA using boring stocks such as Methanex Corporation (TSX:MX)(NASDAQ:MEOH) and Linamar Corporation (TSX:LNR).

Crescent Point Energy Corp.: Create Your Own 13.9% Yield

May 5, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Investors who use a covered call strategy on Crescent Point Energy Corp. (TSX:CPG)(NYSE:CPG) shares can generate some massive yields.

Income Investors: This REIT Has Paid 256 Consecutive Dividends

May 4, 2017 | Nelson Smith

RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) hasn't missed a dividend since 1994, plus shares are flirting with a 52-week low…

Tech Stocks

Attention Growth Investors: These 3 Stocks Have Huge Potential

May 4, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Growth stocks don't get much more exciting than Freshii Inc. (TSX:FRII), Dirtt Environmental Solutions Ltd. (TSX:DRT), and Shopify Inc. (TSX:SHOP)(NYSE:SHOP).

Dividend Stocks

Don’t Fall for These 3 Retirement Myths

May 4, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Don't sweat retirement. Just load up on proven dividend studs like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) and BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) and enjoy…

Dividend Stocks

Revealed: 5 Cheap Dividend Stocks Under $10

May 3, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Stocks like Just Energy Group Inc. (TSX:JE)(NYSE:JE), TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC), and Plaza Retail REIT (TSX:PLZ.UN) are some of Canada's most…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 3 Dividend Stocks to Avoid

May 2, 2017 | Nelson Smith

The future isn't bright for Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B), Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN), and IGM Financial Inc.'s (TSX:IGM) generous yields.

Attention Investors: You Might Be Looking at Dividends All Wrong

May 1, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Here's a simple, yet powerful concept that shows why Magna International Inc. (TSX:MG)(NYSE:MGA), Aimia Inc. (TSX:AIM), and Onex Corporation (TSX:ONEX)…

Income on Steroids: These 3 Stocks Yield at Least 6%

April 28, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Give yourself a raise with Acadian Timber Corp. (TSX:ADN), Enbridge Income Fund Holdings Inc. (TSX:ENF), and Alaris Royalty Corp. (TSX:AD).

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Is Now The Time to “Short” Canada?

April 28, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Bearish on Canada? Then hide out in stocks with big international exposure such as Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) and Slate Retail…

Home Capital Group Inc.: Next Stop, Zero?

April 28, 2017 | Nelson Smith

After falling more than 60% during early Wednesday trading, will Home Capital Group Inc. (TSX:HCG) shares survive this carnage? It's…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Revealed: 5 Cheap Gold Stocks Trading Under $5

April 27, 2017 | Nelson Smith

When gold shoots higher, investors who don't buy Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY), Alacer Gold Corp. (TSX:ASR), and B2Gold Corp. (TSX:BTO)(NYSE:BTG)…

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Ditch These 3 Expensive Stocks for These 3 Cheaper Options

April 27, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Ditch expensive stocks like Chartwell Retirement Residences (TSX:CSH.UN) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS)(NYSE:FTS) for cheaper options like Extendicare Inc. (TSX:EXE) and…

Dividend Stocks

Build Your Own Real Estate Empire Starting With Just $1,000

April 26, 2017 | Nelson Smith

It doesn't take much to get started in real estate. Just a little capital and great REITs like Artis Real…

Investing

The Smart Money is Selling Aurora Cannabis Inc. Should You Sell Too?

April 26, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Aurora Cannabis Inc. (TSXV:ACB) insiders have sold more than 6 million shares in the last few months. Here's why it…

Dividend Stocks

Revealed: Check Out These 3 Overlooked Dividend Studs

April 25, 2017 | Nelson Smith

They don't get much attention, but Pembina Pipeline Corp (TSX:PPL)(NYSE:PBA), KP Tissue Inc. (TSX:KP) and CalWel Building Materials Group Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Investors: Check Out These 3 Ridiculously Cheap Value Stocks

April 25, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Stocks don't get much cheaper than Canam Group Inc. (TSX:CAM), Reitmans (Canada) Limited (TSX:RET.A) and Colabor Group Inc. (TSX:GCL).

Dividend Stocks

Invest Like Canada’s Warren Buffett With These 5 Stocks

April 21, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd. (TSX:FFH) owns some of Canada's more interesting value stocks, including BlackBerry Ltd. (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY), Torstar Corporation (TSX:TS.B),…

Investing

The Smart Money Is Selling Canopy Growth Corp.: Should You Sell Too?

April 21, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Canopy Growth Corp. (TSX:WEED) insiders have unloaded some one million shares in the last two months. What's going on?

Dividend Stocks

Why I’m Skipping This Succulent 10% Yield

April 21, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Cominar REIT (TSX:CUF.UN) offers one of the best dividends around. There's just one problem: I'm not convinced it can maintain…

The Smart Money Is Selling Aphria Inc.: Should You Sell Too?

April 21, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Aphria Inc. (TSX:APH) insiders have sold some 2.1 million shares in the last six months. What should regular investors do?

Dividend Stocks

Retire Early With These 3 Dividend-Growth Standouts

April 20, 2017 | Nelson Smith

High Liner Foods Inc. (TSX:HLF), Stella-Jones Inc. (TSX:SJ), and Intertape Polymer Group (TSX:ITP) are the kinds of stocks that can…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Give Yourself a Raise With These 5 Dividend Studs

April 19, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Yes, a high yield and dividend safety is possible, especially with stocks such as Rogers Sugar Inc. (TSX:RSI), Aimia Inc.…

Is it Time to Gamble on These 3 Gaming Stocks?

April 19, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Canada's gaming sector looks strong. Here's a closer look at Amaya Inc. (TSX:AYA)(NASDAQ:AYA), Gamehost Inc. (TSX:GH), and Great Canadian Gaming…

Investing

Canada Goose Holdings Inc.: This Growth Story Could Just Be Getting Started

April 17, 2017 | Nelson Smith

The analyst reports are in, and they agree: it's time to get bullish on Canada Goose Holdings Inc. (TSX:GOOS)(NYSE:GOOS).

Attention Income Investors: These 3 Top REITs Yield up to 9.2%

April 17, 2017 | Nelson Smith

REITs such as Slate Office REIT (TSX:SOT.UN), American Hotel Income Properties REIT LP (TSX:HOT.UN), and Automotive Properties Real Est Invt…

Dividend Stocks

Revealed: 3 Top Non-Bank Financial Stocks

April 17, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Great non-bank financial stocks such as Goeasy Ltd. (TSX:GSY), Canaccord Genuity Group Inc. (TSX:CF), and E L Financial Corporation Ltd.…

Stocks for Beginners

Millennials: It’s Time to Get Serious About Investing

April 14, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Millennials, secure your retirement with smart investments in ETFs such as the iShares S&P TSX 60 Index Fund (TSX:XIU) and…

Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investors: Get Great Yields From These Surprising Sources

April 14, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Despite coming from unlikely sectors, Chorus Aviation Inc. (TSX:CHR), Vermilion Energy Inc. (TSX:VET)(NYSE:VET), and North West Company Inc. (TSX:NWC) are…

Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: WestJet Airlines Ltd. vs. Air Canada

April 13, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Both Air Canada (TSX:AC)(TSX:AC.B) and WestJet Airlines Ltd. (TSX:WJA) have a lot to offer investors. It's a close call, but…

Dividend Stocks

Cenovus Energy Inc.: An Incredibly Cheap Oil Stock

April 12, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Investors who get in today are paying less than $4 per barrel of Cenovus Energy Inc. (TSX:CVE)(NYSE:CVE) reserves, which is…

Dividend Investors: Get Paid 6.8% to Own This Forever Asset

April 11, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Altagas Ltd. (TSX:ALA) won't win any popularity contests, but it's the perfect get-rich-slowly, boring stock.

Dividend Stocks

Canadian Investors: This Is the Only REIT You Need to Own

April 11, 2017 | Nelson Smith

REITs don't get much finer than H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN). Here's why it's the only REIT you need…

Dividend Stocks

Yawn All the Way to the Bank With Telus Corporation

April 10, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Stocks don't get much more boring than Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU). This is exactly what to look for if you want…

Dividend Stocks

Growth Investors: Don’t Miss Out on These Potential Superstars

April 10, 2017 | Nelson Smith

10 years from now, you'll be kicking yourself for not buying Goeasy Ltd. (TSX:GSY), Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL), and one more…

Dividend Stocks

Better Buy: TransCanada Corporation vs. Inter Pipeline Ltd.

April 7, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Both TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) are great companies with succulent dividends. Should you choose one over…

Dividend Stocks

Are These 3 Great Dividends at Risk?

April 7, 2017 | Nelson Smith

Dividend investors: read this before buying Student Transportation Inc. (TSX:STB)(NASDAQ:STB), Corus Entertainment Inc. (TSX:CJR.B), and Cominar REIT (TSX:CUF.UN).