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Author: Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Tony started investing during the 2017 marijuana stock bubble. After incurring some hilarious losses on various poor stock picks, he now adheres to Bogleheads-style passive investing strategies using index ETFs. Tony graduated in 2023 from Columbia University with a Master's degree in risk management. He holds the Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®) designation from The ETF Institute. Tony's work has also appeared in U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, NYSE ETF Central, NASDAQ Fundinsight, Cboe ETF Market, TheStreet, and Benzinga. He is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint (https://etfportfolioblueprint.com)

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Tech Stocks

You Don’t Have to Pick a Winner in AI Stocks: Here’s Why

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Buy the sector instead of hoping for a moonshot.

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Energy Stocks

High-Octane Returns: Fueling Your Portfolio With Canadian Energy Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

TSX-listed energy stocks are looking undervalued right now compared to the broader market.

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Tech Stocks

Tech Gold Rush: Investing in Artificial Intelligence Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

I'm not a fan of the current AI hype, but here's how I would invest if I had to.

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Investing

Better Buy: Canadian Pacific Railway Stock or Canadian National Railway?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both CNR and CP are excellent long-term buy-and-hold stocks. Here’s how I would invest in them.

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Stocks for Beginners

Should You Invest in Artificial Intelligence Stocks Right Now?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

AI stocks may seem like a tempting, sure-fire bet right now. Here's why I would be hesitant.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Pay Off Debt and Get Rich in 20 Years

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's my personal finance and investing checklist to get you started.

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Investing

Here’s a Better Way to Invest in Canadian Real Estate Instead of Canadian Apartment Properties REIT

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT isn't the only way to profit from increasing real estate prices.

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Bank Stocks

Here’s What I Would Buy Instead of RBC Stock

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why I personally like this ETF better than RBC stock.

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Investing

What I Would Buy Instead of Alimentation Couche-Tard Stock

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's what I would feel more comfortable sinking a $6,500 TFSA contribution into instead of Alimentation Couche-Tard .

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Investing

Is SPY Stock a Buy in September 2023?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

SPY is a great ETF, but it's hardly the only choice out there for Canadian investors.

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Dividend Stocks

This 8% Dividend King Pays Out Every Month

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This diversified covered call ETF from BMO pays out a high yield on a monthly basis.

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Investing

VFV May Be a Buy, But Is it Right for You?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF (VFV) is very popular among Canadian investors, but is it really a no-brainer pick?

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Investing

2 Top Trends to Invest $6,500 in Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two trends, one short term and one long term, that I would personally feel comfortable betting on.

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Stocks for Beginners

Up 15% in 2023, Is it Safe to Invest in the Stock Market Right Now?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Remember: time in the market always beats timing the market.

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3 Things You Shouldn’t Do if the Stock Market Crashes

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Market crashes suck. Here's how you can avoid making them worse.

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Stocks for Beginners

You Can’t Control Inflation, But You Can Control What You Do About It

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Inflation might seem scary, but you can easily overcome it with good investing behaviours and the right assets.

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Stocks for Beginners

Is It Safe to Invest Today? Here’s a Better Question to Ask

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Ready to jump back into the S&P 500? Read this article if you're still on the fence about investing.

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Bank Stocks

If You’d Invested $10,000 in Royal Bank Stock in 2000, Here’s How Much You’d Have Today

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Royal Bank has historically been a great investment, but I’d rather do this instead.

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Dividend Stocks

Build the Ultimate Passive Income Portfolio With Just $5,000

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

A covered call ETF coupled with a TFSA can help you create a lucrative passive income stream.

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Stocks for Beginners

4 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million for Retirement Savings

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are four ways of investing long-term to to become a millionaire that don't require picking stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

You’ll Never Buy at the Bottom: That’s Okay

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Staying the course, focusing on low fees, and reinvesting dividends matters more for long-term success than trying to buy at…

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Stocks for Beginners

You Can’t Control Interest Rates, But You Can Control What You Do About Them

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Concerned about recent changes in the Bank of Canada's interest rate? Here's what you can do.

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Investing

Is it Time to Buy the Dow Jones’s 3 Worst-Performing Stocks This Year?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this strategy may fall short and how I would invest instead.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Launch a Powerful TFSA With Just $6,500

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This is how I would personally invest a $6,500 TFSA contribution.

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Investing

Cross the Border to Prosperity: Canadian Investors Can Find Opportunities in the U.S. Market

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

U.S. stock market indexes like the Nasdaq 100 can provide Canadian investors with exposure to the largest tech growth stocks.

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Investing

Bypass Borders, Maximize Gains: How Canadian Investors Can Tap Into the Lucrative U.S. Market

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF is a personal favourite of mine when it comes to gaining broad exposure to U.S. stocks.

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Bank Stocks

Canadian Banking Stocks: Secure Your Portfolio for July 2023 and Beyond

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two great ETF picks for investing in the Big Six Canadian bank stocks.

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Investing

Eh, Move Over SPY Stock! How Canadian ETFs are Making a Splash

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's a look at three Canadian ETFs I like better than SPY.

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Investing

Unleash Your Investing Power: Why the S&P 500 Is the Ultimate Growth Engine for Canadians

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why the S&P 500 remains one of my top go-to investments.

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Capture the American Advantage: Why Canadian Investors Shouldn’t Ignore the U.S. Market

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

U.S. stocks are an important part of the global market. Here's why they deserve a place in your portfolio.

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Stocks for Beginners

Unlock Your Portfolio’s Full Potential: Why Canadian Investors Should Look South to U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

A low-cost index ETF can be a great way to access leading U.S. stocks.

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Investing

Don’t Miss Out on the American Dream: Invest in the S&P 500 for Long-Term Wealth

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

An S&P 500 index ETF can be a great passive long-term buy-and-hold investment strategy.

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Investing

Why Are Canadian Investors So Obsessed With ETFs?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why ETFs are so popular among Canadian investors and some of my top ETF picks.

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Investing

Venture Beyond the S&P 500: How Small Caps Can Energize Canadian Portfolios

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investing in small-cap stocks can potentially provide higher returns at the cost of greater risk.

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Investing

Oh, Canada! Homegrown Alternatives That Outshine SPY Stock for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These Canadian-listed S&P 500 ETFs are great alternatives to SPY.

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Investing

Beyond SPY Stock: How Canadian Investors Can Capture Greater Returns

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two local alternatives to the popular SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY).

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Investing

Wall Street: Your Ticket to International Diversification for Canadian Portfolios

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Investing in ETFs tracking the Nasdaq 100 can provide exposure to the biggest U.S. tech growth stocks.

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Investing

Buying SPY Stock in Canada? Know When to Look Closer to Home

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Avoid currency risk with this Canadian ETF focused on the US market

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Investing

Diversify Your Portfolio With These 3 Canadian ETFs for July 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

ETFs can provide instant diversification at a low cost. Here are my top three picks for July.

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Stocks for Beginners

Why Canadian Investors Should Consider Investing in U.S. Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

The U.S. market has great growth and tech-oriented indexes like the Nasdaq 100 worth considering.

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