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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.

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Tech Stocks

CRA: Get Your $75 Digital News Subscription Tax Credit Before December 31

| Puja Tayal

The CRA has introduced some new tax credits this year, but you need to act before December 31 to claim…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett: How to Invest in the 2021 Stock Market Crash

| Puja Tayal

The fear of a market crash will always be there. Warren Buffett says you have to invest in stocks considering…

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Dividend Stocks

How Is Warren Buffett Making Millions in a Market Crash?

| Puja Tayal

Will the market crash in 2021? Maybe or maybe not. But it is good to be prepared. See how Warren…

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Coronavirus

What Surprises Will 2021 Bring for Air Canada (TSX:AC) Investors?

| Puja Tayal

After the most unexpected 2020, what surprises will 2021 bring for Air Canada (TSX:AC)? Know AC's best- and worst-case scenario…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investing: The Best $40 Spent in 2020

| Puja Tayal

Looking back at 2020, it's time to see the best and the worst and plan 2021 accordingly. These two stocks…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA’s $1,984 Basic Personal Amount Tax Credit: No Canadian Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

This year, the CRA offered many taxable cash benefits. It is offering a basic personal amount tax credit, ensuring no…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: You Want To Hear the Good News or the Bad News?

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is riding on the news more than the fundamentals. There are good news and bad news…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Big Changes Coming in Your Paycheck in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The year 2021 will bring changes to your paycheck. The CPP, EI, and income tax calculation will be revised, and…

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Tech Stocks

Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD): How to Convert $6,000 to $100,000 in 5 Years

| Puja Tayal

Investing in the future has its benefits. Lightspeed POS (TSX:LSPD) stock can change the future of retail and convert $6,000 to…

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Coronavirus

Billionaire Diaries: Will Warren Buffett Invest in Air Canada (TSX:AC) in 2021?

| Puja Tayal

What Warren Buffett thinks about airlines. Will he buy Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock in 2021 after exiting airlines in 2020? 

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investing: $10,000 in This Stock in March Is $72,000 Now

| Puja Tayal

The stock market can give you even 1,000% returns in few months. This TSX stock took the market by storm…

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Tech Stocks

CRA’s Emergency $443 GST Refund: No Canadian Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

The CRA gave an emergency GST refund of up to $443 in April. If you haven’t received it, here’s how…

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Coronavirus

Mayday! Is Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock Approaching Buy Point?

| Puja Tayal

It’s a bumpy ride for Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock. Just when a vaccine brought hope, coronavirus started mutating. Is AC…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive-Income Investors: How to Make $13.5 Per Day in 2021

| Puja Tayal

During the pandemic, many Canadians took early retirement. Even you retired early, you can earn $13.5 per day in tax-free…

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Tech Stocks

TFSA Investing: These Christmas Gifts Under $100 Can Become $4,000 in 2025

| Puja Tayal

Are you doing last-minute Christmas shopping and looking for some unique gifts under $100? These gifts will grow with your…

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Dividend Stocks

Should You Buy Gold or Bitcoin to Hedge Against a Stock Market Crash?

| Puja Tayal

The second wave of a mutated coronavirus is leading to another stock market crash. Should you buy gold and Bitcoin…

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Dividend Stocks

Coronavirus Is Mutating: Get Ready for a New Year Stock Market Crash

| Puja Tayal

The new year brings a new mutation of the novel coronavirus. Will the mutant virus lead to another stock market…

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Coronavirus

2020: Air Canada (TSX:AC) Battles COVID-19 Pandemic

| Puja Tayal

This year, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock has lost 70% of its value, as the COVID-19 pandemic paralyzed the airline sector. The company…

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Tech Stocks

Sale Is Here! Buy These 2 Stocks Till the Offer Lasts

| Puja Tayal

As the dreadful 2020 comes to an end, the stock market brings an end-of-year pandemic sale. These two stocks are…

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Dividend Stocks

Warren Buffett Got the Market Right in 2020

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett has shown his magic once again. Some of his 2020 bets will start paying off as early as…

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Tech Stocks

Get Your Last $1,000 CRB Payment of 2020: See if You Qualify

| Puja Tayal

As 2020 nears its end, get ready to collect the last CRB payment of the year. Here’s everything you need…

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Dividend Stocks

Be Prepared: Your Employer Will Deduct Another $268 in CPP Contribution in 2021

| Puja Tayal

Service Canada is increasing the CPP contribution in 2021. That means an additional $268 annual deduction from your paycheck. 

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Coronavirus

Transat A.T. (TSX:TRZ) Will Crash if Air Canada (TSX:AC) Cuts the Rope

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) acquisition of Transat A.T. (TSX:TRZ) is more important for the latter. Without the deal, Transat could fall…

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Dividend Stocks

CRA Offers Tax-Free CERB and CRB to Seniors

| Puja Tayal

This year, the CRA gave generous cash benefits to seniors and even made their CERB and CRB payments tax-free. Here’s…

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Dividend Stocks

Is Your 2020 Net Income $48,800? No CRB for You

| Puja Tayal

Before you apply for the CRB, check if your 2020 net income is above $48,800. If yes, the CRA will…

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Coronavirus

Air Canada (TSX:AC) Stock: Brace for Impact in 5, 4 …

| Puja Tayal

After rising 80% to $27 altitude in November, Air Canada (TSX:AC) stock is crashing. Investors brace for impact.

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Dividend Stocks

CRA: Don’t Make This Mistake and Lose Your $2,000/Month CRB

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving generous $2,000/month in CRB before tax. But these two mistakes can cost you some or all…

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Dividend Stocks

Big Changes for CPP in 2021: How Much Payout Will You Get?

| Puja Tayal

Big changes are coming to CPP in 2021. They will impact your salary, your taxes, and your CPP payout. Here's how.

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Dividend Stocks

Got $2,000? Buy Into the End-of-Season Dividend Sale Before 2021

| Puja Tayal

The pandemic has created a once-in-a-decade dividend sale. But it will only last till the year-end. These stocks can maximize…

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Dividend Stocks

2021 Stock Market Outlook: The New Beginning

| Puja Tayal

The stock market is seeing a turnaround heading into 2021. How will the stocks react to the pandemic-free economy?

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Don’t Miss Out on the $400 Emergency GST Credit

| Puja Tayal

The CRA gave many cash benefits to Canadians during the pandemic. If you didn’t receive the $400 Emergency GST Credit,…

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Dividend Stocks

Market Crash 2.0: Don’t Make These Mistakes Warns Buffett

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett has profited in past market crashes. He is making money in the pandemic market crash as well by…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Earn $18/Day in Tax-Free Dividend Income for a Lifetime

| Puja Tayal

The CRA allows you to plan your taxes and investments simultaneously. How you can earn $18/day in tax-free dividend income. 

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Coronavirus

How to Make Money From Air Canada’s (TSX:AC) Stock Price Volatility

| Puja Tayal

Air Canada (TSX:AC) is one of the most volatile stocks during the pandemic. You can use its volatility to make…

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Tech Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: How Will 2021 CPP Changes Reduce Your Tax Bill?

| Puja Tayal

Service Canada increased the maximum CPP contributions for 2021 to $3,166.45. See how this enhanced contribution will reduce your 2021…

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Dividend Stocks

Canada Revenue Agency: Free Your $2,000/Month CERB, CRB From CRA’s Claws

| Puja Tayal

The CRA is giving taxable cash benefits of $2,000/month. Here’s how you can save tax on these benefits and make…

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Dividend Stocks

Big CPP Changes in 2021: Know How It Will Reduce Your Paycheck

| Puja Tayal

Service Canada has increased the Canada Pension Plan contribution rate to 5.45%. Know what this CPP change means for your…

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Energy Stocks

The CRA’s $2,000 Basic Personal Amount Tax Credit: No Canadian Left Behind

| Puja Tayal

The CRA offers a $2,000 basic personal amount tax credit to every person living in Canada. Here’s everything you need…

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Investing

How Buffett Earns His Retirement Income

| Puja Tayal

Planning retirement can be challenging. A good way to start is to follow Warren Buffett, who has over $85 billion…

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Tech Stocks

Prepare Yourself for Another Market Crash in 2021

| Puja Tayal

The TSX Composite Index surged 10% in November on COVID-19 vaccine euphoria and CRB payments. Is another market crash in…

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