Nelson Smith, Author at The Motley Fool Canada

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5 Ways a Liberal Majority Government Could Affect Your Portfolio

October 21, 2015 | Nelson Smith

A Liberal victory could prove to be bad news for the richest Canadians and to TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC), but it…

Dividend Stocks

Collect $1,000 in Monthly Rent From Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust

October 20, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Collecting $1,000 per month from Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) is far better than buying a rental property.

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Buy Telus Corporation Over BCE Inc.

October 19, 2015 | Nelson Smith

If you like dividend growth, then it's a no-brainer to add Telus Corporation (TSX:T)(NYSE:TU) to your portfolio over BCE Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

Retirees: Make Your Own Pension With These 3 Dividend Payers

October 19, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Get your own pension plan with shares of Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR), RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:REI.UN), and Inter…

Dividend Stocks

How to Get a 13.5% Yield From Bombardier, Inc.

October 17, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Investors looking to spice up their income holdings might want to look at Bombardier, Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) and its preferred shares,…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Pay Attention to These 3 Unloved Dividend Machines

October 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

They don't get much attention, but stocks like Power Financial Corp. (TSX:PWF), Genworth MI Canada Inc. (TSX:MIC), and Aimia Inc.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Big Dividends I Prefer Over Crescent Point Energy Corp.’s 6.3% Yield

October 16, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Why I'd choose Smart REIT (TSX:SRU.UN), National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), and Directcash Payments Inc. (TSX:DCI) as dividend plays over…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Can You Count on IGM Financial Inc. and its 6.1% Yield?

October 15, 2015 | Nelson Smith

IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM) has one of the best dividends out there. Can investors count on it to pay for…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Should Investors Worry About Teck Resources Ltd.’s Debt Downgrade?

October 14, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Fitch recently cut Teck Resources Ltd.'s (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) debt to junk status. Should investors take notice, or is it a non-event?

Dividend Stocks

Collect $1,000 in Monthly Rent From Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust

October 14, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Creating your own passive income machine using REITs like Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:D.UN) is far easier than…

Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. Is Poised to Become a Dividend-Growth Superstar

October 13, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Alimentation Couche-Tard (TSX:ATD.B) has huge potential to grow its dividend over the next decade. Dividend-growth investors, take notice.

Dividend Stocks

Buy These 3 Restaurant Stocks Over Restaurant Brands International Inc.

October 13, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Why I prefer Pizza Pizza Royalty Corp. (TSX:PZA), MTY Food Group Inc. (TSX:MTY), and Keg Income Royalties Fund (TSX:KEG.UN) over…

Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Inter Pipeline Ltd. and its 5.6% Yield?

October 12, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Inter Pipeline Ltd. (TSX:IPL) is a decent value and has a nice dividend. But what happens if crude doesn't recover?

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Now’s the Time to Buy Shaw Communications Inc. Shares

October 12, 2015 | Nelson Smith

The overblown threat of cable being replaced by Internet streaming has created a buying opportunity in Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR)…

Dividend Stocks

Collect $1,000 in Monthly Rent From H&R Real Estate Investment Trust

October 9, 2015 | Nelson Smith

It just takes an investment of 9,000 shares of H&R Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:HR.UN) to create a life-changing amount…

Dividend Stocks

Should Enerplus Corp. Be Your Top Energy Pick?

October 8, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Enerplus Corp. (TSX:ERF)(NYSE:ERF) is poised to not only survive the latest slump in energy, but thrive. Why this stock could…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: Be Wary About These 3 Risky Dividends

October 8, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Husky Energy Inc. (TSX:HSE), IGM Financial Inc. (TSX:IGM), and TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) all have great dividends. But can investors count…

Investing

Dollarama Inc.: Is This Great Stock Poised to Dive?

October 7, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Dollarama Inc. (TSX:DOL) is up more than 800% since its 2009 IPO. But maybe now isn't the best time to…

Investing

Should Bombardier Inc. Sell the CSeries to Airbus?

October 7, 2015 | Nelson Smith

On Tuesday, news broke that Bombardier Inc. (TSX:BBD.B) is in talks to sell a majority of the CSeries to Airbus.…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Prefer TransCanada Corporation Over Enbridge Inc.

October 6, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Both TransCanada Corporation (TSX:TRP)(NYSE:TRP) and Enbridge Inc. (TSX:ENB)(NYSE:ENB) are great choices. TransCanada is just a little better right now.

Metals and Mining Stocks

Is Silver Wheaton Corp. Really the Best Way to Bet on Silver’s Recovery?

October 6, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Many investors think Silver Wheaton Corp. (TSX:SLW)(NYSE:SLW) is the best way to play silver's recovery. But what about a producer…

Energy Stocks

Is Baytex Energy Corp. Headed to Bankruptcy?

October 6, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Baytex Energy Corp. (TSX:BTE)(NYSE:BTE) is practically priced for bankruptcy. Can the company prove all the doubters wrong and reward patient…

Energy Stocks

Why Did Penn West Petroleum Ltd. Shares Surge 35%?

October 5, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Monday was a very good day for shareholders of Penn West Petroleum Ltd. (TSX:PWT)(NYSE:PWE). Is it the beginning of a…

Dividend Stocks

Will Toronto Blue Jay Success Lift Rogers Communications Inc. Shares?

October 5, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Fans are hoping for an extended playoff run from the Blue Jays. Should Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) shareholders be hoping…

Dividend Stocks

Is Now the Time to Buy Boardwalk REIT?

October 2, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Should Alberta's weakness be enough to scare you away from Boardwalk REIT (TSX:BEI.UN)? Or is it a terrific buying opportunity?

Tech Stocks

If BlackBerry Ltd. Wants to Increase the Share Price, it’ll Make This Move

October 2, 2015 | Nelson Smith

BlackBerry Ltd.'s (TSX:BB)(NASDAQ:BBRY) management needs to show shareholders they're serious about propping up the share price.

Energy Stocks

Should Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. Be Your Top Energy Pick Today?

October 1, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There are a lot of cheap energy stocks out there. Why Canadian Oil Sands Ltd. (TSX:COS) just might be positioned…

Metals and Mining Stocks

Do Teck Resources Ltd. Shares Have 600% Upside Potential?

October 1, 2015 | Nelson Smith

The last time Teck Resources Ltd. (TSX:TCK.B)(NYSE:TCK) shares were this low, something very good happened.

Energy Stocks

3 Reasons Why TransAlta Corporation Could Be a Huge Winner

September 30, 2015 | Nelson Smith

TransAlta Corporation (TSX:TA)(NYSE:TAC) might be one of the most attractive stocks on the TSX for contrarian investors. Here's why this…

Dividend Stocks

Income Investors: it’s Time to Buy Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce

September 30, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (TSX:CM)(NYSE:CM) is pretty close to a no-brainer if you believe that Canada's economy is about…

3 Easy Ways for Investors to Deal With Crazy Markets

September 30, 2015 | Nelson Smith

There's no need to panic when the market corrects. Just relax and buy good stocks like Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR)…

Dividend Stocks

Become a TFSA Millionaire With Telus Corporation and Fairfax Financial Holdings Ltd.

September 29, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Getting to $1 million in your TFSA isn't hard. You need good saving habits, patience, and investments in companies like…

Dividend Stocks

Is Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc.’s 7.6% Dividend Safe?

September 28, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Shares of Potash Corp./Saskatchewan Inc. (TSX:POT)(NYSE:POT) are falling fast. Why the market no longer has faith in this one-time dividend…

Dividend Stocks

Like Yield? Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust Pays 9% Annually

September 28, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Cominar Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:CUF.UN) offers a great yield, trades at a reasonable valuation, and insiders own a bunch…

Dividend Stocks

3 Reasons to Invest in National Bank of Canada Over the Big 5

September 26, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Investors should forget about the Big Five banks and instead focus on National Bank of Canada (TSX:NA), which is superior…

Dividend Stocks

Should Dividend Investors Buy Rogers Communications Inc. or Shaw Communications Inc.?

September 25, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Both Rogers Communications Inc. (TSX:RCI.B)(NYSE:RCI) and Shaw Communications Inc. (TSX:SJR.B)(NYSE:SJR) could be great choices for dividend investors. Here's why I…

Energy Stocks

Stick a Fork in Westport Innovations Inc., it’s Done

September 25, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Westport Innovations Inc. (TSX:WPT)(NASDAQ:WPRT) needs to turn things around quickly, or else the future could involve bankruptcy.

Dividend Stocks

Is Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust’s 10.7% Yield Sustainable?

September 24, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:D.UN) and its 10.7% yield are popular with investors. But can it maintain the…

Dividend Stocks

Saputo Inc. Is Poised to Become a Dividend-Growth Superstar

September 24, 2015 | Nelson Smith

If you're looking for serious long-term dividend growth, look no further than Saputo Inc. (TSX:SAP) and its growth potential coupled…

Investing

4 Dirty Secrets Bay Street Bankers Don’t Want You to Know

September 23, 2015 | Nelson Smith

Find out why you should be very wary of what Bay Street tells you, using Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc. (TSX:VRX)(NYSE:VRX)…

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