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It Went Up 1,000%. Is Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. Still a Buy?

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. (TSX:ATD.B) just made another acquisition. Can it continue its amazing growth story?

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Top Turnaround Stocks for 2016

Looking for dirt-cheap turnaround stocks that are safe? Consider Goldcorp Inc. (TSX:G)(NYSE:GG) and one other company today for substantial gains!

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Which Energy Stock Is a Better Turnaround?

Suncor Energy Inc. (TSX:SU)(NYSE:SU) and Canadian Natural Resources Limited (TSX:CNQ)(NYSE:CNQ) have come down 18-32% from their 2014 highs. Which should…

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Top Dividend-Growth Stocks for 2016 and Beyond

Dividend-growth stocks such as Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and two others are mature businesses that reward shareholders with higher…

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Get Diversified Rent With 7-10% Yields

Looking for passive rental income? Consider buying these two cheap, diversified REITs, including Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) and…

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Get Safe Residential Rent With 5-9% Yields

Looking for consistent monthly rental income? Consider buying Northview Apartment REIT (TSX:NVU.UN) and one other cheap residential REIT.

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Dividend Stocks for Your TFSA

TFSAs are great for tax-free income and growth. Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) is a quality bank with a safe,…

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It’s Not the Best Time to Buy BCE Inc.

BCE Inc. (TSX:BCE)(NYSE:BCE) is expensive and has a low yield compared with historical trading levels. I'm avoiding its shares until…

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Reduce Taxes With These Accounts

You probably know that TFSAs, RRSPs, and RESPs help you reduce taxes. But which one should you use to buy…

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Reduce Taxes With These Stock Investments

Want to reduce the taxes from your investments? Consider investing in dividend stocks like Royal Bank of Canada (TSX:RY)(NYSE:RY), REITs…

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Cheap But Valuable Dividend Stocks to Buy Now

Value stocks such as Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) and one other company give income of 3-4% while you wait for…

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A Wealth-Building Strategy for Small Investors

Even small savings of $30 a week can turn into $22,000 in time. Here's how you can do it by…

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Retail REITs for a Solid 5% Income

Retail REITs like Smart REIT (TSX:SRU.UN), RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), and Plaza Retail REIT (TSX:PLZ.UN) offer stable monthly…

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New Investors: Dividend Stocks for High Income

Want a safe, growing income with starting yields of over 4.5%? Consider Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and one other…

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Boost Your Income With REITs Yielding 8-12%

REITs such as Dream Global REIT (TSX:DRG.UN) and Northview Apartment REIT (TSX:NVU.UN) allow you to easily invest in properties and…

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Enbridge Inc. Is a Great Buy Now

Having fallen almost 30%, Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) is a great investment with a 4% yield that the company estimates to…

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Is Canadian Utilities Limited or ATCO Ltd. a Better Buy Today?

Utility dividends are the most stable dividends. Three of the top five dividend-growth stocks are utilities. Should you buy Canadian…

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A High-Income Utility You Don’t Want to Miss

Brookfield Renewable Energy Partners LP (TSX:BEP.UN)(NYSE:BEP) offers a 6.5% yield that grows 5-9% a year. What more can you ask…

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Metals and Mining Stocks

Kinross Gold Corporation: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

If you bought Kinross Gold Corporation (TSX:K)(NYSE:KGC) at $26 back in 2008, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Eldorado Gold Corp.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

If you bought Eldorado Gold Corp. (TSX:ELD)(NYSE:EGO) at $19 back in 2011, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Utilities Should Be Your Top Consideration for Income Right Now

Utilities like Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and Canadian Utilities Limited (TSX:CU) have the longest streaks of growing dividends in Canada. Should…

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How Low Oil Prices Truly Impact Boardwalk REIT

Low oil prices have brought down Boardwalk REIT's (TSX:BEI.UN) share price. However, the director just bought over $70,000 worth of…

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Winning Investing Strategy: Know Yourself. Know Your Stock.

To win in the stock market, you must know your investment style and the types of stocks you're buying. According…

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Yamana Gold Inc.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

If you bought Yamana Gold Inc. (TSX:YRI)(NYSE:AUY) at $20 back in 2012, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Barrick Gold Corp.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

If you bought Barrick Gold Corp. (TSX:ABX)(NYSE:ABX) at $54 back in 2011, it's been a horrible investment. Should you buy…

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Get $1,000 in Monthly Rental Income from Boardwalk REIT

Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN) offers a safe 4.35% yield from a diversified portfolio of residential properties. You can receive monthly rental…

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Stocks for Beginners

Why New Investors Should Stop Hoping for Quick Gains

Using Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX) as an example, I illustrate why new investors should stop using volatile stocks for…

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Teck Resources Ltd.: A Cheap Price Doesn’t Imply Value

If you bought Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) at $60 back in 2011, it has been a horrible investment. Should you…

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Why a Dividend-Growth Stock Is Safer Than a Dividend Stock

I compare TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) and Fortis Inc. (TSX:FTS) and illustrate how a dividend-growth stock is a better investment than…

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Get Stable Yields of 5.5% From These Retail REITs

Rental income from RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN) and other REITs can be a nice addition to any dividend…

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When to Buy Your Favourite Dividend Stock

With stock prices going up and down, how do you know when to buy your favourite dividend stock? I'll use…

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Is Canadian Western Bank Super Cheap?

Thanks to the low oil price, Canadian Western Bank (TSX:CWB) is now cheap compared with its historical levels. Should you…

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Millions of Dollars in Dividends Are up for Grabs

You can easily buy a dividend stock like Bank of Nova Scotia (TSX:BNS)(NYSE:BNS) and Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) to grab your…

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Buy Quality, Not Quantity

Instead of buying the next hot stock, you should focus on quality. Quality dividend stocks such as Canadian Utilities Limited…

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Is TransCanada Corporation Still a Valid Dividend Investment Without Keystone XL?

TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) yields 4.8% today. Based on company forecasts, if you bought 100 shares today, you'd receive about $224…

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Know What Kind of Business You Are Buying

Before you buy any stock, you should know what kind of business it is and why you're buying it. Fortis…

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REITs With High Yields up to 12.2%

Are the high yields of 12.2% and 8.9% from Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trst (TSX:D.UN) and Northview Apartment REIT…

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How to Get Passive Rental Income With Yields Over 5%

Want to sit back and collect rent from shopping centres and other retail properties? Invest in RioCan Real Estate Investment…

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Should You Buy Canadian Apartment Properties REIT for Residential Rent?

Canadian Apartment Properties REIT (TSX:CAR.UN) dipped 16% and now yields 4.9%. Is it cheap enough to buy?

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Is Emera Inc. a Buy With its 4.5% Yield?

Emera Inc. (TSX:EMA) offers a stable yield of 4.5% and a growing dividend. And its recent announcement to acquire TECO…

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