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Author: Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

Recent Articles

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Stocks for Beginners

3 Lessons From Warren Buffett on Investing on the Dip

| Puja Tayal

Investing in the dip may not for every stock. Here are investing lessons from Warren Buffett, who is known for…

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Dividend Stocks

Is a >10% Dividend Yield a Good Deal in a High Interest Rate Environment?

| Puja Tayal

Dividend stocks are considered relatively safer than growth stocks. But what does >10% dividend yield mean to shareholders?

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Dividend Stocks

Where Smart Money is Going as Canadian Interest Rates Climb

| Puja Tayal

The interest rate climb is nearing its end. Smart investors are using this trend to invest in stocks with an…

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Dividend Stocks

What Is Wrong With Canada’s REITs?

| Puja Tayal

Are you wondering whether to hold or sell the REITs that have put your portfolio in the red? Here’s what…

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Dividend Stocks

The Maximum CPP Payout Probably Won’t Be Enough for You: Here’s How to Supplement it With Your Own Pension Fund

| Puja Tayal

If you are solely dependent on CPP for retirement, it is time rethink that. Consider building your pension fund before…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Are Gold Stocks the Answer to Canada’s Growing Interest Rate Dilemma?

| Puja Tayal

Gold price surged to its six-month high as market expects growing interest rate to ease from next year. How can…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks in Canada for November 2023

| Puja Tayal

November brings holiday season cheer for retail stocks. And this time, e-commerce stocks made a difference.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA Passive Income: Earn $538/Month

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to build a TFSA portfolio that earns you $538 in monthly passive income? Here is an investment…

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Dividend Stocks

How I’d Invest $333 a Month to Target a $6,000 Yearly Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Today, your TFSA annual contribution is $6,500 in 2023. What if TFSA could pay you a similar amount in yearly…

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Dividend Stocks

Pensioners: 2 Cheap Dividend Stocks to Buy Today for TFSA Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you worried your pension might not be sufficient to meet your daily expenses? Boost your TFSA passive income with…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Stocks I’ll Be Buying Hand Over Fist in November 2023

| Puja Tayal

In the last two years, November has brought some negative surprises for the market. Break this trend with two evergreen…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Popular Stocks That Could Cut Their Dividends

| Puja Tayal

Companies with debt are feeling the pinch of decade-high interest rates. Many have cut their dividends, and some are at…

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Dividend Stocks

With a 7% Dividend Yield, Is it Time to Buy BCE Stock? 

| Puja Tayal

BCE stock is down 14% in a year, even after it grew dividend by 6% in 2023. Is the stock…

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Dividend Stocks

The Future of Dividend Investing: Trends and Predictions for Canada 

| Puja Tayal

Now is a good time to boost your dividend portfolio, as these stocks could recover from their lows in 2024.

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Investing

Air Canada Stock: Buy, Sell, or Hold?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada stock jumped 10% from its October dip. Yet it trades below $18. Is it an opportune time to…

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Energy Stocks

Enbridge Stock: The Bottom Isn’t Here Yet 

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge stock has dipped 22% since June 2022. Is there more downside? How to make the best of this situation?

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Dividend Stocks

Rate-Proof Your Returns: The Best Defensive Stocks for Canadians in a Rising Interest Rate Climate 

| Puja Tayal

Has your portfolio lost value in the last two years from aggressive interest rate hikes? Here’s a way to rate-proof…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Stocks Every Canadian Should Own in November 2023

| Puja Tayal

November brings with it a festive season rally and winter stocks update. Now is the time to own these TSX…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Make $550/Month Tax Free! 

| Puja Tayal

The TFSA contribution for 2024 has increased to $7,000, giving you more room to expand your passive income portfolio.

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Energy Stocks

Why You Might Want to Sell Those Energy Stocks Soon

| Puja Tayal

Energy stocks are at their 52-week highs, while the market is bearish because of geopolitical tensions. Should you hold or…

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Dividend Stocks

How Much Should You Invest to Retire a Millionaire?

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to retire a millionaire? How should you calculate your investment contribution for a million-dollar retirement?

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Dividend Stocks

2 All-Weather TSX Stocks to Stay Safer in a Downturn

| Puja Tayal

Have you caught on the wrong end of a market dip and rally? Instead of timing the market, consider all-weather…

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Tech Stocks

The TSX Index Keeps Falling: What Should Investors Do Now?

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index keeps falling after a slight recovery. What does it mean to your stocks, and how should…

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Bank Stocks

Beyond the Big Banks: Lesser-Known Canadian Stocks Offering Attractive Yields

| Puja Tayal

Many Canadian dividend stocks other than big banks are closer to their pandemic lows. Now is an opportune time to…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 848 Shares in This Top Dividend Stock for $319 Per Month in Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

The TSX has an attractive opportunity for dividend reinvestment. 847 shares of this stock can compound to $319 in monthly…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Make $136.8 Per Month Tax-Free 

| Puja Tayal

A tax-free passive income is not just for retirement. It can come in handy when inflation or mortgage payments eat…

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Dividend Stocks

An Under $50 Dividend Stock to Buy for Monthly Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

It doesn’t take a fortune to make a fortune. Several stocks trading below $50 can give you monthly passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

This 6% Dividend Stock Pays Cash Every Month 

| Puja Tayal

The best time to buy a good dividend stock is when it is trading at its lowest while its cash…

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend-Yielding Blue Chips: Canada’s Prime Investment Opportunities

| Puja Tayal

Canada is a prime investment destination for dividend blue chips. The bear market has created an opportunity to lock in…

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Dividend Stocks

Securing Retirement: How Canadian Dividend Stocks Can Play a Role

| Puja Tayal

When planning investments, a good practice is to have your end objective in mind. If you want a secure retirement,…

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Energy Stocks

What Exactly Is Wrong With Enbridge Stock?

| Puja Tayal

Enbridge stock has dipped 16.5% so far this year. What is causing this fall? Should you chase the inflated dividend…

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Investing

2024 Is Looking Like a Bearish Market: Here’s How to Manage Your TFSA

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is looking bearish. You can hedge your TFSA portfolio against this bearishness with these stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

Dividend Investing: A Proven Path for Canadian Income Seekers 

| Puja Tayal

The Canadian stock market's strength is dividends. It’s a proven path where market leaders have decades-long dividend growth history.

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Investing

Bear-Proofing Your Portfolio: Resilient Canadian Stocks to Consider Now

| Puja Tayal

The stock market seems to be heading towards longer-term bear momentum. It's time to bear-proof your portfolio with these resilient…

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Dividend Stocks

Want a Million-Dollar Portfolio? 3 Reasons to Choose a TFSA Over RRSP

| Puja Tayal

Are you planning to build a million-dollar portfolio? Consider the tax angle of investment income and choose wisely between a…

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Passive Income: Should Enbridge or TC Energy Stock Be on Your Buy List?

| Puja Tayal

Are you building a TFSA passive-income portfolio and have room for only one pipeline stock? Which is a better buy:…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ways to Get Richer Without Lifting a Finger

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to get richer with stock market investing? Now is a ripe time as the market is at…

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 282 Shares of This Super Dividend Stock for $1,000/Year in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

This is a rare opportunity to earn $1,000 in annual passive income for decades with less than $12,300 investment in…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: How to Invest for $250 Monthly in Retirement

| Puja Tayal

There are several ways to invest to achieve one retirement goal. Here are three ways to invest to earn $250…

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Dividend Stocks

Looking for Safe Income? This Stock Raised its Dividend for the Past 51 Years

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to secure regular income from stock market investments? Consider investing regularly in this dividend stock.

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