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Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Tony started investing during the 2017 marijuana stock bubble. After incurring some hilarious losses on various poor stock picks, he now adheres to Bogleheads-style passive investing strategies using index ETFs. Tony graduated in 2023 from Columbia University with a Master's degree in risk management. He holds the Certified ETF Advisor (CETF®) designation from The ETF Institute. Tony's work has also appeared in U.S. News & World Report, USA Today, NYSE ETF Central, NASDAQ Fundinsight, Cboe ETF Market, TheStreet, and Benzinga. He is the founder of ETF Portfolio Blueprint (https://etfportfolioblueprint.com)

Recent Articles

Stocks for Beginners

New Year’s Resolution: Build Wealth With Smart Stocks

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Burned by meme stocks? Here's a smart ETF to help fix your portfolio.

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Dividend Stocks

These 2 Dividend ETFs Are a Retiree’s Best Friend

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Both of these Canadian dividend ETFs are paying yields above 4.5% right now and feature monthly payments.

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Stocks for Beginners

Transform Your Savings Into Earnings: Stock Market Basics for Newbies

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how you can kick-start your investing journey with just two low-cost ETFs.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This Index Fund

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

An S&P 500 Index ETF is the perfect ways for beginners to learn investing.

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Stocks for Beginners

What’s the Best Way to Invest in Stocks Without Any Experience? Start With This ETF

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This all-in-one ETF provides a comprehensive investment portfolio perfect for beginners

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Investing

Where to Invest $5,000 in December 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

When I'm out of ideas on how to invest, I default to a low-cost S&P 500 Index ETF.

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Investing

Where to Invest $10,000 in December 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This all-in-one ETF can be a great candidate for a lump-sum investment.

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Dividend Stocks

Avoiding Dividend Traps: Tips for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two Dividend ETFs from BMO have built-in screeners to sift out dividend traps.

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Canadian ETFs That Shine Bright Even When Markets Are Dim

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two ETFs can offer shelter from market volatility while providing competitive monthly income

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Investing

How to Build a Bulletproof Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $20,000

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two BMO ETFs offer a combination of excellent diversification, monthly payouts, and strong yields.

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Investing

How to Shield Your Portfolio From the Impact of Soaring Interest Rates

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two safe ETFs can keep your money safe from rising interest rates while paying out a 5% yield.

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Dividend Stocks

Yield vs. Growth: Striking the Right Balance in Canadian Dividend Investing

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would personally settle the high-yield dividend versus dividend growth debate.

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Investing

Where to Invest $1,000 in December 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This globally diversified ETF is a great companion to your Canadian stock picks.

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Investing

What Every Canadian Retiree Needs to Know About Rising Interest Rates

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Living the retirement dream? Here's how to keep rising interest rates from derailing it.

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Investing

Recession-Proof Your Portfolio: Top Picks for the Cautious Canadian

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two defensive ETF picks that could help your portfolio weather a recession.

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Investing

The Silver Lining of Bear Markets: Opportunities for Long-Term Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's what I would personally buy if a bear market rears its head.

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Investing

Rising Rates: The Best ETF Strategies for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are two ways Canadian investors can play the current high interest rate environment.

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Investing

Why Canadian Investors Are Flocking to Global ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two ETFs are my favourite picks when it comes to global diversification.

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Investing

SPY Stock Is Just the Tip of the Iceberg for Canadians Investing in the U.S.

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

These two BMO ETFs are great alternatives to just buying SPY.

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Investing

REITs in a Rising Rate Environment: What Every Canadian Investor Should Know

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

REITs can be moody when interest rates are high – here's what you need to know before investing.

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Investing

Where to Invest $5,000 in November 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

When I'm out of ideas, I usually just default to an S&P 500 index fund.

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Dividend Stocks

The Rise of Dividend ETFs in Canada: A New Era of Investment

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Sick of picking individual dividend stocks? These three ETFs cater to a wide range of dividend investing strategies.

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Stocks for Beginners

Investing in the Era of Rising Rates: 5 Tips for Every Canadian

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are my tips on how investors can navigate a high interest rate environment.

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Investing

Adjusting Your Portfolio for the New Normal: Higher Interest Rates in Canada

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would personally adjust my portfolio for today's high interest rate environment.

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Investing

Canadian ETFs That Shine Bright Even When Markets Are Dim

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This highly unique hedge fund ETF has the potential to buoy your portfolio even when the market does poorly.

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Dividend Stocks

Canadian Dividend Aristocrats: The Backbone of Reliable Investing

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This ETF provides a tailored portfolio of Canadian dividend aristocrat stocks.

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Investing

Higher Interest Rates Ahead! Here’s How to Invest

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Cash is the only winner in the current high-rate environment.

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Investing

Where to Invest $1,000 in November 2023

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Just buy VGRO!

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Investing

Bucking the Trend: How Savvy Canadians Are Capitalizing on Rising Rates

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's a unique ETF that can help you earn a nearly risk-free 5% yield right now.

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Investing

Bear Market Ahead? Why It’s Still a Prime Time for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Worried about a bear market? This low-volatility ETF can help you stay invested.

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Investing

Why Canadian Investors Are Flocking to Global ETFs

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's the perfect ETF pick to round out your portfolio of Canadian dividend stocks.

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Dividend Stocks

How to Build a Bulletproof Monthly Passive-Income Portfolio With Just $10,000

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here are my ideal ETF picks for monthly passive-income needs.

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Dividend Stocks

The TFSA Play: Turn $6,500 Into a Retirement Goldmine

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

This is how I would personally invest a $6,500 TFSA contribution for long-term growth.

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Dividend Stocks

Chasing Yield: The Balance Between Dividend Rate and Stock Stability in Canada

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Stop chasing yield and consider these two vital dividend metrics instead.

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Investing

How to Shield Your Portfolio From the Impact of Soaring Interest Rates

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how using ETFs can help you hedge against, and even profit from, a rising interest rate environment.

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Dividend Stocks

How Much to Invest to Get $500 in Dividends Every Month

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

It all depends on what you invest in and how much risk you're willing to take.

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Investing

Where I’d Invest a $10,000 Windfall Right Now

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would personally invest a $10,000 windfall.

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Investing

Rising Rates: The Best ETF Strategies for Canadian Investors

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how I would navigate the current interest rate environment via ETFs.

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Investing

Canadian ETFs That Shine Bright Even When Markets Are Dim

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Defensive-minded investors may like these low-volatility Canadian ETFs.

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Investing

Higher Interest Rates Ahead! Here’s How to Invest

| Tony Dong, MSc, CETF®

Here's how to take advantage of high interest rates with a very low-risk ETF that yields 5% and above.

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