A growing number of  investors like buying stocks without a broker because they’re able to  avoid possible conflicts of interest and save on broker fees. However, it’s especially important to know what to buy if you’re not using a broker
Many investors assume their broker is… Read More

Here are 5 Canadian dividend stocks we recommend holding in your portfolio despite economic uncertainty
One of the key points in our three-part investment advice is to invest mainly in well-established dividend-paying stocks. The COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting inflation and challenging economy highlight the value… Read More

Learning what not to do is a key part of an investor’s education.
1. Don’t let technical analysis, or any one factor, override your strategic investing decisions
Focusing on technical analysis, in our opinion, is sure to lead you to lose money, in the long term if… Read More

RRSP meltdown strategies promise to ease your tax burden on withdrawals, but these complicated manoeuvres are usually more lucrative for brokers than for investors
Investors sometimes ask us what we think of the so-called RRSP meltdown. This strategy, a favourite of some wealth advisors, would let… Read More

The best time to buy dividend-paying stocks is when you find companies offering sustainable dividends and ready to survive periods of adversity before going on to thrive when conditions improve
We think investors should put the bulk of their investment portfolios in high-quality, mostly dividend-paying stocks… Read More

Here’s a great starting point to find balance in your portfolio strategy and make money over the long haul
If you build a portfolio as we advise, you improve your chances of making money over long periods, no matter what happens in the market.

Here are some… Read More

Look for Canadian REITs that meet these 9 key criteria
Top-quality Canadian REITs are among the most stable and highest-yielding real estate investments–even despite the market changes ushered in because of the pandemic. That’s because many REITs hold high-quality, non-depleting assets, and have taken advantage of… Read More

Look for Canadian REITs that focus on ‘investment inputs’ as well as ‘investment outputs’ especially in 2024’s higher interest rate environment. They should also meet these 9 key criteria.
Top-quality Canadian REITs are among the highest-yielding real estate investments. That’s because many REITs hold high-quality, non-depleting… Read More

Trading online through a discount broker, rather than with a full-service broker, is increasingly the preferred option for many investors in 2024. But risks remain.
The main advantage of switching to a discount broker is lower commissions. And commission rates can be even cheaper if you… Read More