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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA and RRSP at Age 45

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Averages can be a wake-up call, and Manulife could be a simple, dividend-paying way to help your TFSA or RRSP…

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Dividend Stocks

Passive Income: How to Earn Safe Dividends With Just $20,000

| Kay Ng

Here's what to look for to earn safe dividends for passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

2 Canadian Dividend Giants to Buy Forever and Ever

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

You don’t need 100 stocks, a couple of dividend giants can do a lot of the heavy lifting if their…

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Retirement

CRA: Here’s the TFSA Contribution for 2026, and Why January Is the Best Time to Use it

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

January 2026 gives you fresh TFSA room, and Brookfield can be a straightforward “core compounder” idea if you’re willing to…

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Dividend Stocks

A Perfect January TFSA Stock With a 6.8% Monthly Payout

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A high-yield monthly payer can make a January TFSA reset feel automatic, but only if the cash flow truly supports…

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Retirement

Retirement Planning: How to Generate $3,000 in Monthly Income

| Robin Brown

Are you planning for retirement but don't have a cushy pension? Here's how you could earn an extra $3,000 per…

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Dividend Stocks

Below Average? How a 70-Year-Old Can Change Their RRSP Income Plan in January

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

January is the perfect time to sanity-check your RRSP at 70, because the “typical” balance is closer to the median…

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Dividend Stocks

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $500 Right Now

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A $500 TFSA start can still buy three proven Canadian dividend payers, and the habit of reinvesting can do the…

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Stocks for Beginners

This Dividend Stock is Set to Beat the TSX Again and Again

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Dividend investors may be overlooking TD’s boring strength, and that slump could be today’s best entry point.

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Energy Stocks

Buy 2,000 Shares of This Dividend Stock for $120 a Month in Passive Income

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Buy 2,000 shares of Cardinal Energy (TSX:CJ) stock to earn $120 in monthly passive income from its 8.2% yield

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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 35 in Canada

| Kay Ng

It's much easier to grow wealth in the TFSA by saving and investing regularly than doing so in lump sums.

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Dividend Stocks

5.8% Dividend Yield: I’m Loading Up on This Monthly Passive Income Stock

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

This grocery-anchored REIT won’t wow you with excitement, but its steady tenants and monthly payout could make it a practical…

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Retirement

Reality Check: 3 Stocks Retirees Can Count On in Uncertain Times

| Rajiv Nanjapla

Given their consistent performances, reliable returns, and healthy growth prospects, these three Canadian stocks are ideal for retirees.

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Retirement

Kickstart Your Retirement at Age 40 With $10,000 to Begin

| Brian Paradza, CFA

Start your retirement at 40. With $10K and a core & satellite investment strategy, you can build a powerful nest…

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Retirement

Here’s the CPP Contribution Your Employer Will Deduct in 2026 

| Puja Tayal

Discover how the CPP for 2026 affects your taxes. Understand the new contribution amounts and exemptions for your income.

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

RRSP & TFSA Power Plays: What Smart Canadians Are Buying This December

| Kay Ng

Here are what some smart Canadians are buying this December!

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Energy Stocks

TFSA Investors: Here’s How a Couple Could Earn Over $8,000 a Year in Tax-Free Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A simple TFSA plan can turn two accounts into $8,000 of tax-free income, with Northland Power as a key growth…

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Dividend Stocks

10 Years From Now You’ll Be Thrilled You Bought These Outstanding TSX Dividend Stocks

| Brian Paradza, CFA

One high-yield play and one steady grower, both primed for 2035. Checkout TELUS stock's 9% yield, and this steady and…

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Dividend Stocks

Planning Ahead: Optimizing TFSA Contribution Room for 2026

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Plan your 2026 TFSA now: pick a simple core ETF, automate contributions, and let compounding work while you ignore the…

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Dividend Stocks

This 8.7% Yield TSX Stock Is One I’m Comfortable Holding for the Long Term

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Firm Capital Property Trust offers about an 8% monthly yield from steady, necessity-based properties, prioritizing reliable cash flow over flashy…

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Retirement

Here’s the Average TFSA Balance at Age 50 in Canada

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

The average TFSA balance for Canadians around age 50 tends to be far lower than most people expect.

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Dividend Stocks

Retiring in Canada: Build $1,000 a Month in Dividend Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Granite REIT’s warehouses generate steady monthly cash, and rising cash flow and occupancy show why it can anchor a TFSA…

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Retirement

Want to Retire at 65? Here’s What You Need in Your RRSP

| Chris MacDonald

Here's what the average Canadian may need to retire comfortably at age 65, and how to get there.

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Dividend Stocks

Buy 2,000 Shares of This Dividend Stock for $198 a Month in Passive Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

A boring, grocery‑anchored REIT paying monthly. Why Slate Grocery REIT could fit a TFSA income plan and the key risks…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Yielding at Least 5% for Practically Free Monthly Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Three Canadian dividend payers aiming for 5% TFSA income. Here’s how to get steadier, tax-free cash without chasing the highest…

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX ETFs to Buy for Lifelong TFSA Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want tax-free monthly income without stockpicking? These two Canadian dividend ETFs aim to keep it simple, diversified, and compounding.

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Retirement

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

| Daniel Da Costa

Here are six of the best Canadian companies that make up the top stocks to buy now and hold for…

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Retirement

Young Investors: The Perfect Starter Stock for Your TFSA

| Joey Frenette

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD) may very well be the perfect TFSA starter stock next year.

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Retirement

1 Way to Use a TFSA to Earn $100 in Monthly Income

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This income fund's $0.10 per share monthly fixed payout makes the math easy.

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Dividend Stocks

3 Dividend Stocks Every Canadian Can Own in Retirement

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Retiring on dividends? Royal Bank, Sun Life, and TC Energy offer durable cash flow and payouts you can hold through…

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Retirement

Your Retirement Date, Your Choice: Why 65 Is Just a Number for Canadian Seniors Now

| Christopher Liew, CFA

Retirement at 65 is no longer a deadline for Canadians—it’s a choice.

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Retirement

Retirees: Do You Own These Crucial RRSP Stocks?

| Robin Brown

If you are wondering what kind of stocks are worth holding in an RRSP, here are two core holdings to…

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Retirement

RRSP Wealth: 2 Great Canadian Dividend Stocks to Buy in December

| Kay Ng

After dipping, these two Canadian dividend stocks could be great additions to RRSPs for long-term growth.

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Retirement

Canadian Retirees: 2 High-Yield Dividend Stocks to Buy and Hold Forever

| Adam Othman

Add these two TSX dividend stocks to your self-directed Tax-Free Savings Account portfolio to generate tax-free income in your retirement.

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Retirement

Retirees: 2 High-Yielding Dividend Stocks for Solid TFSA Income

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Do you want tax-free, predictable retirement income? These two high‑yield mortgage lenders can deliver monthly dividends that quietly compound inside…

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Dividend Stocks

The Ideal Canadian Stock for Dividends and Growth

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Want dividends plus steady growth? Power Corporation offers a “quiet compounder” mix of cash flow today and patient compounding from…

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Retirement

Here’s the Max Amount Canadians Could Have in a TFSA in 2026

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Confused about your TFSA contribution limit? Here's how the math works out.

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Stocks for Beginners

1 Dividend Stock I’d Buy Over Royal Bank Stock Today

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Canada’s biggest bank looks safe, but Manulife may quietly offer better lifetime income and upside.

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Dividend Stocks

Is the Average TFSA and RRSP Enough at Age 65?

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

Feeling behind at 65? Here’s a simple ETF mix that can turn okay savings into dependable retirement income.

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Retirement

TFSA Investors: What to Know About New CRA Limits

| Amy Legate-Wolfe

New TFSA room is coming. Here’s how to use 2026’s $7,000 limit and two ETFs to turn tax-free space into…

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