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Author: Robin Brown

Robin Brown has been a Motley Fool contributor since January 2020. He has lived in Canada, Norway, and Australia where he studied theology and business management. Robin works as a commercial real estate manager, as well as an investment research advisor for a private investment manager. Today, he provides equity research and analysis for a private family office. He enjoys traveling, hiking, fishing, and spending time with his wife and children.

Recent Articles

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Stock Market

The Best Stocks to Invest $50,000 in Right Now

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to deploy $50,000 in today's stock market? Here are some clues and a few smart stock…

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Dividend Stocks

Safer Dividend Stocks to Buy With $20,000 Right Now

| Robin Brown

Find out how dividend stocks can provide income stability during volatile times. Check out these two top Canadian stocks today.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $30,000 in 3 Stocks for $1,350 in Passive Income

| Robin Brown

Want to get a passive income boost? Here's how this $30,000 portfolio could earn $1,350 per year (and more) over…

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Tech Stocks

What Are 2 Great Tech Stocks to Buy Right Now?

| Robin Brown

If you don't mind investing against the market, these two high quality Canadian tech stocks could be an incredible bargain…

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Dividend Stocks

4 TSX Dividend Champions Every Retiree Should Consider

| Robin Brown

Fortis and these three quality TSX stocks are championship ideas for retirees looking to maintain and grow their wealth.

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Stocks for Beginners

Here’s What a Typical Canadian Has Saved in Their TFSA by 45

| Robin Brown

If you want to build wealth for your TFSA, think about disciplined savings and thoughtful investing.

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Stock Market

The 3 Stocks I’d Buy and Hold in 2026

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to navigate a volatile stock market in 2026? These three stocks provide an attractive mix of…

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Dividend Stocks

Want Decades of Passive Income? 2 Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Discover the strategy for generating passive income with Canadian stocks. Invest in sustainable dividends for better returns.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Never Part With Inside an RRSP

| Robin Brown

Want a mix of growth and income in your RRSP? These two dividend stocks look very well-positioned for the next…

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Stock Market

The 2 Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

| Robin Brown

Explore the latest trends in stocks and discover two unique stocks that offer a blend of defence and value in…

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Stock Market

2 Canadian Stocks Positioned to Surge as 2026 Unfolds

| Robin Brown

Wondering what kind of Canadian stocks could still have big upside in 2026? Check out these two high quality growth…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Dividend Stocks That Belong in Almost Every Portfolio

| Robin Brown

Discover why dividend stocks are essential for Canadian investors looking to offset market volatility and enhance returns.

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Dividend Stocks

Build Enduring Wealth With These Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks

| Robin Brown

Looking for low-risk, defensive stocks that still have upside? These three Canadian blue-chip stocks are some of the best in…

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Investing

How Your 2026 TFSA Contribution Could Grow to $280,000 or More

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for the next massive gainer for your TFSA? This TSX stock could rise like Dollarama stock did…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Robin Brown

Check out these five top Canadian stocks you can buy and hold for diversification, income, and growth in the coming…

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Dividend Stocks

Turn a TFSA Into $300 in Monthly Tax-Free Income

| Robin Brown

Do you need some extra monthly income? Here are four stocks that can help you earn $300 per month of…

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Dividend Stocks

The Best Stocks to Invest $10,000 in Right Now

| Robin Brown

Looking for some resilient blue-chip stocks that should be safe from AI disruption? Check out these lesser-known industrial stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Structure a TFSA With $14,000 for Lifelong Monthly Income

| Robin Brown

If you got $14,000 to invest in your TFSA, these four dividend stocks earn you a safe and growing stream…

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Investing

TFSA Investors: 1 Top Canadian Stock Worth Buying With $7,000

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering what to do with your $7,000 TFSA contribution? This top Canadian stock is growing double digits and…

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Investing

Where to Invest $3,000 in March 2026

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for cheap stock opportunities to put $3,000 into? Here are two cheap stocks to buy for a…

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Stocks for Beginners

5 Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Next 5 Years

| Robin Brown

Here are five Canadian stocks I would have no problem holding.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Stocks Primed to Surge in 2026

| Robin Brown

If you are worried about geopolitics or AI threats, these two Canadian stocks should be resilient and primed to surge…

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Dividend Stocks

This Is the Average TFSA Balance for Canadians at Age 60

| Robin Brown

Maximize your retirement savings with a TFSA. Explore strategies to effectively use your TFSA contribution space today.

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Stocks for Beginners

Prediction: Here Are 2026’s Most Promising Canadian Stocks

| Robin Brown

Given the market volatility, where should you invest in 2026? Here are some promising Canadian stocks that could still have…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Defensive Dividend Stocks to Hold in the Face of New Tariff Threats

| Robin Brown

Are you worried about new tariffs about to hit Canada? These three dividend stocks should be safe holds no matter…

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Investing

Here Are My Top 3 TSX Stocks to Buy Right Now

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for some new investment ideas for 2026? Here are three of my top TSX stocks to buy…

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Stocks for Beginners

A Top Canadian Stock to Buy With $1,000 in 2026

| Robin Brown

If I had $1,000 to invest, this top Canadian stock has a lot to like: an attractive valuation, double digit…

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Dividend Stocks

Use a TFSA to Earn $475 a Month With No Tax

| Robin Brown

Want to earn as much as $475 per month of tax-free income. Here's a few TFSA investment strategies to help…

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Investing

Canada’s Defence Spending Boom: 3 Stocks Poised to Win Big

| Robin Brown

Canada is about to see a surge in defence spending in 2026 and beyond. These three stocks could be major…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks to Hold Through 2026 and Beyond

| Robin Brown

Worried about how AI could disrupt your investment portfolio? Hold these three high quality blue-chip stocks for growth and income.

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Dividend Stocks

Invest $30,000 in 3 TSX Stocks and Create $1,262 in Dividend Income

| Robin Brown

If you have $30,000 to invest, there are many options in Canada for dividends. This low-risk stock combo would earn…

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Stocks for Beginners

2 Top TSX Stocks to Buy Today for Long-Term Growth

| Robin Brown

Even though the TSX is soaring, there are TSX stocks that have not fared so well. Its a great buying…

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Turn the 2026 TFSA Contribution Into $150,000 (or More)

| Robin Brown

Want to turn $7,000 into $150,000 or more? Look for these types of stocks, put them in your TFSA, and…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 2 Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Robin Brown

Looking for some steady Canadian dividend stocks you can hold for years in your TFSA? Check out these top forever-hold…

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Tech Stocks

Software Crash: Is This a Generational Buying Opportunity?

| Robin Brown

Software stocks have been obliterated in the past six months. Yet, we could be near a bottom and buying opportunities…

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Dividend Stocks

Build a Cash-Gushing Passive Income Portfolio With Just $15,000

| Robin Brown

Want to earn an extra $680 of passive income per year? Here's how a five-stock portfolio can turn $15,000 into…

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Stocks for Beginners

Maximum TFSA Impact: 2 TSX Stocks to Help Multiply Your Wealth

| Robin Brown

Using the TFSA just as savings account is a waste. However, when you invest in stocks, it can become a…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Canadian Stocks Ready to Surge in 2026

| Robin Brown

Wondering what stocks could surge in 2026? Here's a list of three Canadian stocks that could be set for substantial…

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Investing

These Stocks Could Power Canada’s Nation-Building Push in 2026

| Robin Brown

Canada is building and looking to spend some dollars. These stocks could be major winners from some of those dollars…

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Tech Stocks

Undervalued Canadian Stocks to Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Markets are getting unruly and there are plenty of opportunities for contrarian investors. Here are two Canadian stocks that look…

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