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Why January Loves Risk: 2 Small-Cap TSX Stocks to Watch in Early 2026

Why January Loves Risk: 2 Small-Cap TSX Stocks to Watch in Early 2026

FRU and LIF can make a TFSA feel like “cash season” in early 2026, but their dividends are cycle-driven, and the yield i...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
DIY Investors: How to Build a Stable Income Portfolio Starting With $50,000

DIY Investors: How to Build a Stable Income Portfolio Starting With $50,000

Telus (TSX:T) stock might be tempting for dividend investors, but there are risks to know about. The post DIY Investors:...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
These Dividend Stocks Are Built to Keep Paying and Paying

These Dividend Stocks Are Built to Keep Paying and Paying

These Canadian companies have durable operations, strong cash flows, and management teams that prioritize returning capi...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
New Year, New Income: How to Aim for $300 a Month in Tax-Free Dividends

New Year, New Income: How to Aim for $300 a Month in Tax-Free Dividends

A $300/month TFSA dividend goal starts with building a base and can be a practical “income foundation” if cash-flow cove...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
Tech’s January Bounce: 2 Canadian Stocks That Could Lead a 2026 Rebound

Tech’s January Bounce: 2 Canadian Stocks That Could Lead a 2026 Rebound

A January tech bounce can happen fast when fresh money and improving mood push investors back into overlooked Canadian n...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Wednesday, January 7

TSX Today: What to Watch for in Stocks on Wednesday, January 7

After the TSX climbed to a second straight record, the market’s focus shifts to mixed commodity signals and major econom...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 6 min read
Last Chance for a Fresh Start: 3 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Strong January 2026

Last Chance for a Fresh Start: 3 TSX Stocks to Buy for a Strong January 2026

Starting fresh in January is easier when you buy a few durable TSX “sleep-well” businesses and let time do the work. The...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
Don’t Overthink It: The Best $21,000 TFSA Approach to Start 2026

Don’t Overthink It: The Best $21,000 TFSA Approach to Start 2026

With $21,000 to start a TFSA in 2026, a simple four-holding mix can balance Canadian income with global diversification....

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 6 min read
2 Spectacular Monthly Income ETFs With Yields Up to 7.4%

2 Spectacular Monthly Income ETFs With Yields Up to 7.4%

BMO Covered Call Utilities ETF (TSX:ZWU) and another ETF that's a source of big monthly income and capital gains potenti...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
Cenovus Energy: Should You Buy the Pullback?

Cenovus Energy: Should You Buy the Pullback?

Cenovus is down more than 10% in recent weeks. Is the stock now oversold? The post Cenovus Energy: Should You Buy the Pu...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read
A Monthly Income ETF I Like More Than GICs

A Monthly Income ETF I Like More Than GICs

iShares Core Canadian Government Bond Index ETF (TSX:XGB) is a great monthly income ETF for steadiness in the new year....

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 6 min read
You Don’t Need a Ton of Money to Grow a Successful TFSA: Here Are 3 Ways to Get Started

You Don’t Need a Ton of Money to Grow a Successful TFSA: Here Are 3 Ways to Get Started

These TSX stocks have a higher likelihood of delivering returns that outpace the broader market, making them top bets fo...

By Alex Smith 5 months ago 5 min read