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‘Mundane works’: BMO’s Brian Belski on how to invest in rising Canadian stocks in 2018 + MORE Nov 20th
Chief investment strategist on where to put your money in Toronto stock market
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Less than two years ago, it was reported by the BBC that 53% of young people in the UK between the ages of 22 and 29 were living with no savings put aside. This problem has also been reported in other countries and appears to be a new financial global trend amongst younger generations.
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Where's our share of bailout? say GM dealers in Toronto + MORE Jun 30th
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Credit Suisse faces threat of new U.S. tax probe + MORE Apr 8th
Credit Suisse may face a new investigation of its role in helping wealthy Americans to avoid paying taxes, after New York state’s top financial regulator requested documents from the Swiss bank.
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Toronto’s hot housing market is making divorce even messier — here’s how splitting couples can cope Jun 20th
One financial adviser says she’s done financial planning for separating couples who can’t afford to move out to begin with, so both parties remain in the home. Others end up in tiny condos with no room for the kids.... More »
Wave of downgrades hits RIM stock
– theglobeandmail.com
At least a dozen analysts cut their targets, signalling lack of confidence in iconic brand
4.5 year – 2.45%
– ratesupermarket.ca
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Video: Let's Talk Investing: Comparing RRSPs and TFSAs
– theglobeandmail.com
For the newly employed, which makes more sense: an RRSP or TFSA? Rob Carrick takes a look
Dividend Stocks vs Dividend ETF’s – The Debate About Fees
– IntelligentSpeculator.net
I know it’s somewhat rare for an investor to be using both dividend stocks and ETF’s. I must be the exception then and I certainly think more should try it. It should not be a choice between the 2 but rather how much mony to invest in ETF’s you should add to complement your dividend portfolio. There are several asset classes that are important enough to be part of your portfolio (bonds, international stocks, etc) but difficult to buy outright. I’ll certainly discuss this in more details eventually.Today though, I wanted to take on a debate that continues regarding the comparison between owning a dividend portfolio and a dividend ETF. Clearly, there are benefits and downsides to each method and some have argued that it should be a clear choice. I’d disagree 100% on that. There are some aspects that are very subjective (such as being able to select your own stocks, have more control over what type of yield and growth you’re aiming for, etc. I think those are certainly benefits of buying the stocks directly when you know what you’re looking for…
Where to buy a vacation home in the U.S.
– moneysense.ca
Arizona
Considering prices dropped by almost 60% in Phoenix, even modest prices increases means there are still some great deals. Arnold Porter, a displaced Canadian who now specializes in vacation property in Arizona, suggests the following areas:
Scottsdale: Parts of Scottsdale are similar to Yorkville, a well-to-do neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Toronto. Before the real estate crash luxury 2-bedroom condos sold for $1.5 million. Immediately after the crash these prices dropped to below $500,000. These days you’ll pay between $650,000 and $950,000. In other, not so posh, areas of Scottsdale pre-crash prices for a 2-bedroom condo started at $250,000. After the crash they were down to $100,000. These days you can pick up a condo starting at $150,000.
Tempe: Close to Arizona State University, this area boasts a lively, young community filled with restaurants and nightclubs. It’s just south of the airport making it an easy commute. Two-bedroom condos currently start at $150,000 but that’s for older buildings with fewer amenities…
Considering prices dropped by almost 60% in Phoenix, even modest prices increases means there are still some great deals. Arnold Porter, a displaced Canadian who now specializes in vacation property in Arizona, suggests the following areas:
Scottsdale: Parts of Scottsdale are similar to Yorkville, a well-to-do neighbourhood in the heart of downtown Toronto. Before the real estate crash luxury 2-bedroom condos sold for $1.5 million. Immediately after the crash these prices dropped to below $500,000. These days you’ll pay between $650,000 and $950,000. In other, not so posh, areas of Scottsdale pre-crash prices for a 2-bedroom condo started at $250,000. After the crash they were down to $100,000. These days you can pick up a condo starting at $150,000.
Tempe: Close to Arizona State University, this area boasts a lively, young community filled with restaurants and nightclubs. It’s just south of the airport making it an easy commute. Two-bedroom condos currently start at $150,000 but that’s for older buildings with fewer amenities…
