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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)

Recent Articles

ETF chart stocks
Investing

1 Canadian ETF to Buy and Hold Forever in Your TFSA

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This unique ETF provides 1.25 times leveraged exposure to Canadian dividend-growth stocks.

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ETF chart stocks
Investing

1 “Growthy” Dividend ETF to Buy to Generate Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This new Canadian dividend-growth ETF is a great alternative to high-yielding stocks.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Investing

Here Are My 2 Favourite ETFs for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why I'm bullish on these two lightly leveraged dividend growth ETFs.

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Investing

Build a Canadian Fixed-Income Fortress With Bond ETFs and GICs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how you can keep money safe while earning monthly interest.

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Investing

From Loblaw to Empire, Canadian Grocery Stocks Act as Recession-Resilient Investments

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why Canadian grocers could add a defensive tilt to your portfolio

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Energy Stocks

Canadian Natural Resources: Buy, Sell, or Hold in 2025?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's my take when it comes to CNQ this year.

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Investing

The 2 ETFs I’d Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why these two new dividend-growth ETFs are a top pick in my books.

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Investing

Best Stock to Buy Right Now: CN Rail vs CP Rail?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's which Canadian railroad stock I prefer.

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Investing

What to Know About Canadian Infrastructure Stocks for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would personally go investing in the Canadian infrastructure theme.

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Investing

Want Safe Dividend Income in 2025 and Beyond? Invest in the Following 3 Ultra-High-Yield Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These three TSX royalty trusts pay above-average, steady dividends.

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Investing

Turn a $20,000 TFSA Into $80,000 With This Easy ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Simply buying and holding this S&P 500 index ETF could make you money.

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Investing

Maximizing Your TFSA: Smart Investment Moves for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two tips and tricks to get the most out of your TFSA.

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Investing

CRA: Here’s the TFSA Contribution Limit for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how much you can invest in a TFSA this year, along with some ETF suggestions.

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Dividend Stocks

2 High-Yield Dividend ETFs to Buy to Generate Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these Hamilton ETFs boast double-digit yields with monthly payouts.

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: Your Complete Guide to the $7,000 Contribution Room in 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Give this a read before investing in your TFSA for 2025.

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Investing

The Hottest Sectors for Canadian Investors in 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's a look at which sectors I think will see higher volatility this year and two ETF picks to capitalize…

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

Top Investments to Fill Your TFSA Contribution Room in 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would pick smart investments for this year's TFSA contribution room.

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

1 “Growthy” Dividend ETF to Buy to Generate Passive Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This Canadian dividend ETF offers a decent monthly yield in addition to good share price appreciation potential.

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Stocks for Beginners

The 3 ETFs I’d Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

You can easily create a diversified global stock portfolio via these three low-cost ETFs.

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Optimize Your Canadian Investments for the Year Ahead

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how you can improve the tax-efficiency of your investment portfolio for 2025.

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Investing

Better Real Estate Stock: Allied Properties vs SmartCentres?

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how these two REITs stack up and what I would invest in instead.

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Dividend Stocks

Generate $500 in Tax-Free Monthly Income With This Easy Strategy

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Passive-income investing is easy thanks to this fund's steady $0.10-per-share monthly payout.

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Tech Stocks

Earn an 11% Yield With This Bitcoin-Focused ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF converts the high volatility of Bitcoin into above-average monthly income.

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Dividend Stocks

The Underperformers: Canadian Stocks That Missed the Mark in 2024

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

I'm bullish on one of these dividend stocks but bearish on the other.

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Investing

3 Ways Canadians Can Invest Like Warren Buffett

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are three ways you can invest in Berkshire Hathaway as a Canadian.

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Stocks for Beginners

What to Know About Canadian Growth Stocks for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's your quick 5-minute guide on how to identify Canadian growth stocks.

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Stocks for Beginners

Keep it Simple, Canada: Invest in the S&P 500 Index With This Affordable ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Sometimes, simple is better, especially for beginner investors.

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Investing

What to Know About Canadian Utilities Stocks for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are some quick facts you need to know before investing in the Canadian utility sector.

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Investing

Investing for Passive Income? This Nasdaq ETF Has an 11% Yield With Monthly Payouts

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how you can invest in big U.S. tech growth stocks while still earning high monthly income.

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Investing

This 1 Simple ETF Could Turn $100 a Month Into $1.75 Million

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Don't underestimate the power of a long time horizon and uninterrupted compounding.

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ETF chart stocks
Investing

Why More and More Canadians Are Flocking to ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's a look at some of the main reasons why Canadians love ETFs and some notable picks.

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Asset Management
Investing

3 Reasons VFV Is a Must-Buy for Long-Term Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why Vanguard S&P 500 Index ETF is a quintessential buy-and-hold for Canadian investors.

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Dividend Stocks

If I Could Only Buy and Hold a Single Stock, This Would Be It

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this TSX "old money" holding company is my pick.

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Dividend Stocks

What to Know About Canadian Utility Stocks for 2025

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's the smart way to go about investing in Canada's utility sector

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ETF stands for Exchange Traded Fund
Dividend Stocks

Strategies for Investing in Canadian Stocks After a Robust 2024

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Want to invest in stocks but worried about overvaluation or volatility? These ETFs could be ideal.

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Investing

I Changed My Mind About Investing in Defence Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why I'm no longer bullish on defence contractors.

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Investing

3 Things to Know About Coca-Cola Stock Before You Buy

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Coca-Cola is the definition of a "sleep-well-at-night" stock.

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Investing

How to Optimize Your Canadian Investments for the Year Ahead

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would tidy up a Canadian stock portfolio for 2025.

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Investing

If I Could Only Buy and Hold a Single Stock, This Would Be it

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's why this Warren Buffett stock is a timeless buy and hold.

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ETF chart stocks
Investing

The 3 ETFs I’d Buy With $1,000 and Hold Forever

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These three BMO ETFs can be combined to create a globally diversified stock portfolio.

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