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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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Dividend Stocks

How $20,000 Across 4 TSX Stocks Could Deliver $1,000 in Passive Income

| Robin Brown

Unlock the benefits of TSX stock investments with insights on building a portfolio and earning over $1,000 per year.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Make Money in a TFSA With Dividend Stocks

| Robin Brown

Dividend investing fits perfectly with a TFSA strategy. With domestic dividend stocks, you won’t get charged any income tax on…

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Energy Stocks

2 Canadian Energy Stocks That Still Look Cheap Today

| Robin Brown

Canadian energy stocks have been soaring as oil prices drift above $100. Which energy stocks still look cheap today?

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Dividend Stocks

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

| Robin Brown

Want to get a tax-free income boost every month? Here's how you could use your TFSA to earn $300 per…

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Dividend Stocks

5 Dividend Stocks Everyone Should Own

| Robin Brown

Maximize your investment income with these top dividend stocks in Canada. Discover the power of reliable dividend stock investing.

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Stocks for Beginners

The Best $10,000 TFSA Approach for Canadian Investors

| Robin Brown

do you have $10,000 that you are looking to deploy tax-free in your TFSA? These four quality stocks could deliver…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Use a TFSA to Bring in $1,000 a Month Completely Tax-Free

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how you can turn your TFSA into $1,000/month of tax-free income? Here's one strategy you could follow.

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Dividend Stocks

My 2 Favourite Stocks for Monthly Passive Income

| Robin Brown

If you like monthly passive income and growth, these two dividend stocks could be a perfect fit for your portfolio…

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Retirement

3 TSX Dividend Stocks That Retirees Might Want on Their Radar

| Robin Brown

Are you a retiree looking for safe, growing dividend income? Here are three TSX stocks you want to have on…

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Stocks for Beginners

Canada’s Infrastructure Boom: 3 TSX Stocks I’d Buy Now

| Robin Brown

Discover why these TSX stocks are positioned to succeed with Canada's renewed focus on energy and infrastructure development.

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Investing

2 Canadian Blue-Chip Stocks Worth Holding Through 2026 and Beyond

| Robin Brown

Wondering what Canadian blue-chip stocks might be worth holding in 2026 and for years beyond? These two stocks are some…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Be Comfortable Holding in an RRSP Indefinitely

| Robin Brown

The RRSP is an important tool in minimizing tax and maximizing wealth. Here are two dividend stocks I'd be happy…

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Energy Stocks

1 Canadian Energy Stocks Poised for Big Growth in 2026

| Robin Brown

This top Canadian energy stock could be the biggest winner from the recent global energy crisis. Here is why it…

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Dividend Stocks

5 TSX Dividend Stocks to Hold for the Next Decade

| Robin Brown

Are you looking for dividend stocks that can last a decade or more to come? These are five top TSX…

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Retirement

The Ideal Canadian Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever in a TFSA

| Robin Brown

If you use your TFSA wisely, you could save over $185,000 in tax! Here are the ideal stocks to help…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Structure a $50,000 TFSA for Practically Constant Income

| Robin Brown

This simple four stock TFSA portfolio can take $50,000 and turn it into $190 of growing passive income every month.…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Defensive Stocks to Buy Now for Stability

| Robin Brown

Looking for a mix of stability, growth, and income? These two quality Canadian stocks are top defensive stocks to own.

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Dividend Stocks

5 Dividend Stocks That Could Deserve a Spot in Nearly Any Portfolio

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to build a portfolio that generates stable, growing passive income? These five top dividend stocks should…

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Retirement

How to Build a Retirement Portfolio That Generates $2,000 a Month

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how you could earn $2,000 of passive income for retirement? These two different approaches could get you…

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Tech Stocks

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

| Robin Brown

Canada has a wave of defence spending coming. Here are three top stocks poised to win big from this new…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Turn Your 2026 TFSA Contribution Into $70,000 or More

| Robin Brown

If you invest your $7,000 of TFSA cash at a 15% average rate of return for 20 years, your investment…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Stocks I’d Most Want to Own If I Had $10,000 to Invest Today

| Robin Brown

Got $10,000 to deploy into the stock market today? Here's a diversified portfolio I would have no problem owning in…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor, Enbridge, or Canadian Natural — Which Oil Stock Fits Your Portfolio Best?

| Robin Brown

Suncor, Enbridge and Canadian Natural are top Canadian oil stocks. But which stock deserves a spot in your portfolio today?

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Investing

3 Stocks for Canada’s Infrastructure Spending Boom

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering what TSX stocks could see a surge from Canada's infrastructure spending boom? These are some of my…

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Stocks for Beginners

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

| Robin Brown

If you don't mind tuning out the market noise, these five quality Canadian stocks could deliver great returns in the…

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Stock Market

2 TSX Stocks Worth Picking Up the Next Time the Market Dips

| Robin Brown

If another market dip were to come our way, these are two stocks I would be adding to.

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Investing

3 Stocks for Canada’s Infrastructure Spending Boom

| Robin Brown

Canada is set to spend billions of dollars on infrastructure in the coming years. Here are three top stocks that…

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Retirement

How Much Canadians Typically Have in a TFSA by Age 50

| Robin Brown

Here is the average TFSA balance if you are 50-years old. Use tax-free compounding to build substantive wealth for retirement.

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Investing

This Growth Stock Continues to Crush the Market

| Robin Brown

Aritzia has been one of Canada's best growth stocks in the past five years. Here's why the market loves this…

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Energy Stocks

3 Canadian Energy Stocks Heating Up for a Big Year

| Robin Brown

Do you want some exposure to energy stocks while oil is trading over $100 per barrel? These three stocks provide…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Pull $265 Per Month Tax-Free From Your TFSA

| Robin Brown

Want to get an income boost in your TFSA? Here is how you could earn $265 tax-free income per month…

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Investing

3 Canadian Stocks That Could Be an Ideal Match for a $7,000 TFSA Investment

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to deploy the $7,000 TFSA contribution? These three very different Canadian stocks could set you up…

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Stocks for Beginners

The TSX Stocks I’d Use to Anchor a More Defensive 2026 Portfolio

| Robin Brown

If you don't like stock market volatility, these two defensive TSX stocks could be safe anchors to hold through the…

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Stock Market

3 Powerful Stocks Worth Holding Through the Next 3 Years

| Robin Brown

With so much volatility in the world and the stock market, it can be hard investing over a week, let…

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The TFSA is a powerful savings vehicle for Canadians who are saving for retirement.
Dividend Stocks

How to Put $25,000 in a TFSA to Work Generating Meaningful Cash Flow

| Robin Brown

Want to earn an extra $1,100 of cash flow completely tax-free. Here's how a $25,000 TFSA can become a growing…

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Investing

Maximizing Returns: How to Best Use Your TFSA in 2026

| Robin Brown

Wondering how to maximize your wealth over the long term? Here's how to best use the TFSA to build wealth…

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Stocks for Beginners

The Smartest Way to Deploy $21,000 in a TFSA in 2026

| Robin Brown

Are you wondering how to deploy $21,000 in your TFSA? Here's a simple diversified portfolio that could deliver strong returns…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Dividend Stocks I’d Buy Today and Feel Good Holding for at Least 5 Years

| Robin Brown

Want dividend income that will last for the five years to come? These two dividend stocks are leaders in Canada.

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Retirement

What the Typical 25-Year-Old Canadian Has Saved in a TFSA and RRSP

| Robin Brown

If you are around 25-years of age, here are some ideas on how to use both your RRSP and TFSA…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a 2026 TFSA Strategy That Generates Monthly Cash

| Robin Brown

This TFSA strategy could help you earn $130 per month of passive income. The best part is that income will…

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