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investOctober 24, 2024

Buying US stocks in Canada : Zero Commission is Not The Same as Free

What to watch for when you are buying US stocks in Canada So you're a Canuck buying US stocks eh? You would imagine everyone makes it so that you get a good, tr

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
save-moneyOctober 21, 2024

EQ Bank GIC Rates

What are the current EQ Bank GIC rates? EQ Bank is well known for issuing extremely competitive GIC rates. Here is the latest 1,2,3,4 and 5 year rates. \ The mi

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Laurentian Banks (TSX:LB) ex-dividend date is coming up. Is its 6.73% dividend yield a safe buy?
stocksSeptember 20, 2024

Laurentian Banks (TSX:LB) ex-dividend date is coming up. Is its 6.73% dividend yield a safe buy?

Is Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) a yield trap right now? \ With a dividend yield currently sitting at 6.73%, Laurentian Bank (TSX:LB) presents a rate significantly h

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
This Canadian bank has been paying dividends for over 30 years (and its yield is almost 6%)
stocksSeptember 20, 2024

This Canadian bank has been paying dividends for over 30 years (and its yield is almost 6%)

The Canadian Dividend Aristocrats This articles data is as of writing on \ Have you ever wondered if there's a group of Canadian stocks that consistently delive

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Fortis (TSE:FTS) Stock is Soaring – Is It Worth a Buy ?
stocksSeptember 19, 2024

Fortis (TSE:FTS) Stock is Soaring – Is It Worth a Buy ?

Fortis: Strong Q2 Earnings But Is the Stock Overvalued? Fortis Inc. (NYSE: FTS) is an electric and gas utility company, operating across Canada, the United Stat

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Best Canadian Dividend Stocks –June 2026
UncategorizedSeptember 17, 2024

Best Canadian Dividend Stocks –June 2026

As we approach a new year, it's time to refresh our list of the best Canadian dividend stocks. Our selection criteria include: 1. Dividend Yield 3. Consistency

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Understanding RESP Contribution Limits June 2026
UncategorizedSeptember 17, 2024

Understanding RESP Contribution Limits June 2026

For Canadian families looking to secure their children's academic future, Registered Education Savings Plans (RESPs) offer a powerful savings tool. This compreh

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
etfSeptember 13, 2024

QQQ ETF Update for

How is VOO stock doing today ? For today, \ the Investco NASDAQ ETF (QQQ) is priced at \ which is a \ % change from yesterday. Over the last 1 year, its price r

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
UncategorizedSeptember 13, 2024

SPY ETF Update for

How is SPY stock doing today ? For today, \ the SPDR S&P500 ETF (SPY) is priced at $\ which is a \ % change from yesterday. Over the last 1 year, its price rang

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
UncategorizedSeptember 13, 2024

VOO ETF Update for

How is VOO stock doing today ? For today, \ the Vanguard S&P500 ETF (VOO) is priced at $\ which is a \ % change from yesterday. Over the last 1 year, its price

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Arbonne Review: Is It Really a Pyramid Scheme?
investAugust 21, 2024

Arbonne Review: Is It Really a Pyramid Scheme?

If you've been approached about joining Arbonne or buying their products, you might be wondering: Is Arbonne a pyramid scheme? This question has been circulatin

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Amway Review: Is It Really a Pyramid Scheme?
investAugust 21, 2024

Amway Review: Is It Really a Pyramid Scheme?

If you're reading this article, you've likely been approached about joining Amway or purchasing their products. You might be intrigued by the opportunity, but a

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®

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