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Author: Puja Tayal

Puja Tayal has been writing for Motley Fool Canada since 2020. Her love for writing inspired her to start a college newsletter. With a Bachelors's degree in Finance and Accounting and CFA Level 1, Puja strives to transform stock discussions into breakfast table chats through her articles. A movie buff and a finance geek, Puja weaves superheroes, cartoons, and novels to tell you a story touching different aspects of investing, from portfolio and tax planning to retirement savings. Follow her on Twitter for more stories.

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Dividend Stocks

2 TSX Dividend Stocks Offering Big Income in a Bearish Market

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A bear market is the time to buy dividend stocks and lock in long-term income. Here are two stocks that…

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Dividend Stocks

How to Generate $500 in Passive Income Each Month

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Instead of letting the stock market control your earnings, take control. Earn stable passive income with this strategy.

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Dividend Stocks

2 of the Best Stocks to Buy for Fast-Growing Passive Income 

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In this economy, you need a passive income that grows fast enough to beat inflation in any situation. These two…

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Tech Stocks

Selling Losers Before 2023? Buy These 2 TSX Stocks With the Proceeds 

| Puja Tayal

There is one month to 2023. Now is the time to sell your loss-making stocks, take the tax advantage, and…

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Stocks for Beginners

How to Generate $200 in Passive Income Each Month

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to earn $200 in monthly passive income by investing $200/month? Here’s how you have to go about…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA Investors: 2 Top Stocks to Buy in December and Hold Forever

| Puja Tayal

The year 2022 is going out in a bearish mode. Here are some stocks to buy in December at a…

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Energy Stocks

Should You Still Invest in Canadian Energy Stocks This Year?

| Puja Tayal

Canadian energy stocks are closer to their 52-week highs even when oil prices dipped below US$80. Should you invest in…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Ultra-High Dividend Stocks With Once-in-a-Decade Low Prices

| Puja Tayal

Buying dividend stocks at decade-low prices can give you long-term passive income and capital growth. Don’t miss this opportunity.

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Tech Stocks

2 Stocks That Could Turn $1,000 Into $5,000 by 2027

| Puja Tayal

The bear market has created a sale for growth stocks. The recovery rally plus secular trends could give you fivefold…

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Investing

Retirement Investors: 3 TSX Stocks That Could Rally With the Economy 

| Puja Tayal

Always buy stocks you are bullish on when they trade below their 52-week highs. A recovery rally can enhance your…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: 2 Stocks To Earn Passive Income Even in a Recession

| Puja Tayal

Investors are coping with 2023 recession fears differently. Some are investing in stocks that can create long-term passive income.

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: Invest $900 in 3 Stocks and Get $220 in Monthly Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

Rising inflation and interest rate hikes are crippling economic growth in the United States, Canada, and Europe. It’s time to…

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian REITs: A Ridiculously Easy Way to Increase Your Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Now is a ripe time to invest in higher yielding Canadian REITs. Here's how to easily increase your passive income…

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Energy Stocks

Suncor Energy Stock up 43%: Is it Time to Sell?

| Puja Tayal

Suncor Energy (TSX:SU) stock is up 43% and trading closer to its 52-week high. Is it time to sell or…

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Stocks for Beginners

TFSA: Invest $400 in These 2 Stocks for a Legit Shot at $1 Million

| Puja Tayal

A $400 monthly investment in a stock can give you a chance to make $1 million. Here’s how you can…

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Dividend Stocks

Want $1,000 in Passive Income Every Year? Buy These 2 Stocks Right Now

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to earn $1,000 in passive income annually with a $1,000 investment? Here’s how you can do that.

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Stocks for Beginners

Millions of Investors Lose Money in Stocks: Don’t Be Them (Here’s How) 

| Puja Tayal

Don’t be among the 90% of investors who lose money in the stock market. Here’s how you can make money…

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Stocks for Beginners

$10,000 Invested in These Stocks Could Make You a Fortune Over the Next 10 Years

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking to make a fortune? Then you have to give time in the market. Here are a few…

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Stocks for Beginners

Investing in the Stock Market Could Turn Your $10,000 Into $100,000: Here’s How

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to earn $100,000 from stock market investing? Here are three simple rules to earn 10-fold returns on…

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Energy Stocks

Algonquin Stock Loses 30% in 2 Days: Is the Market Overreacting?

| Puja Tayal

A 30% dip is not new in 2022, but it was the first time happening to a utility stock. Is…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Bargain TSX Stocks Trading Near Their 52-Week Lows

| Puja Tayal

Buy when others are selling. It’s time to act and buy two bargain stocks trading near their 52-week lows after…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: Invest $10,000 and Get $500/Year in Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to invest in stocks to get passive income? For that, you need smart diversification. Here’s how to…

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Dividend Stocks

TFSA: Invest $2,000 in 2 Stocks and Get $3,000 in Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

Can an investment in stocks now boost your passive income by 1.5x? Here is a dividend reinvestment strategy that can…

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Dividend Stocks

3 Ways to Grow $100,000 Into $1 Million for Retirement Savings 

| Puja Tayal

You can retire with $1 million if you are disciplined and consistent. Here are three ways to grow your $100,000…

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Dividend Stocks

3 TSX Dividend Stocks With 6% Yields You’ll Regret Not Buying at Today’s Prices 

| Puja Tayal

Bear markets offer attractive dividend stocks at unbelievable discounts. It is an offer you can’t refuse.

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Dividend Stocks

This TSX Stock Is Super Cheap and Pays a Monster Dividend

| Puja Tayal

The bear market has created an opportunity to make short-term gains and lock in high dividends by buying this TSX…

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Investing

HIVE Blockchain Stock Fell 18% In October – Is It Time To Buy? 

| Puja Tayal

Hive Blockchain (TSXV:HIVE) stock is down with the crypto market but ready for a BTC rebound.

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Investing

TFSA: Invest $1,000 in These 2 Stocks and Get $136 in Passive Income 

| Puja Tayal

Do you want to convert $1,000 today into $136 TFSA passive income? Buy these two stocks when they are down…

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Stocks for Beginners

Does Your TFSA Pay You? Do This and Earn Free Income for Decades 

| Puja Tayal

Who doesn’t like free income? And if that income is tax free, it’s a bonus. Here’s how your TFSA can…

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Tech Stocks

This Growth Stock Could 10X in 10 Years 

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that can grow your money 10-fold? Here is a long-term growth stock that is currently…

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Energy Stocks

2 of the Best Stocks to Buy for Fast-Growing Passive Income

| Puja Tayal

Are you looking for stocks that can give you growing passive income that beats inflation? These are the stocks you…

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Tech Stocks

2 Top Growth Stocks to Buy in November 2022

| Puja Tayal

This year, investors were largely focused on buying dividend stocks due to interest rate hikes. November is a ripe time…

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Dividend Stocks

Retirees: 2 TSX Stocks That Can Put More Cash in Your Pocket

| Puja Tayal

Retiring in an inflationary economy can eat up your retirement savings. These two dividend stocks can put more money in…

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Tech Stocks

3 High-Growth Stocks That Could Be Worth $1 Trillion in 10 Years – Or Sooner

| Puja Tayal

The future US$1 trillion stocks are trading below a $400 billion valuation. Now is the opportunity to bag $600 billion…

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Stocks for Beginners

A Recession Silver Lining: 2 Stocks That Could Post Supernormal Returns From Here

| Puja Tayal

A recession is when value investors go stock hunting, as fundamental stocks are cheap. These stocks have potential for supernormal…

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Dividend Stocks

2 Stocks I’d Buy Now for Financial Freedom 

| Puja Tayal

You can achieve financial freedom if you invest regularly and create a portfolio of growth and dividend stocks. Here are…

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Dividend Stocks

Retire at 50 With $1 Million and $1,000/Month in Tax-Free Income

| Puja Tayal

If you want to retire at 50 with $1 million, you have to invest in stocks that are changing the…

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Tech Stocks

How to Increase Your TFSA Limit Beyond $6,000 Without Incurring a Tax Liability

| Puja Tayal

Is the $6,000 TFSA limit too small for your investment goals? Here's how you can extend this limit without attracting…

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Dividend Stocks

To Earn an Easy $1,000 a Month, Buy 1,950 Shares of This TSX Stock

| Puja Tayal

You can earn $1,000/month in passive income if you invest $1,000 every month in this TSX stock for 10 years.…

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Stocks for Beginners

This Is What Warren Buffett Learned From His Worst Deal Ever

| Puja Tayal

Warren Buffett’s lessons can help you make some good investing decisions. By learning from his worst deal, you can recoup…

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