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Questrade Questwealth portfolio: A beginners guide to setting up the best robo advisor in Canada

August 31, 2020October 23, 2019

Today I want to show you a step-by-step guide for signing up for a Questrade robo advisor account (a.k.a. Questrade Questwealth portfolio, IMO – the best stock trading account in Canada from the best brokerage in Canada). You’ve probably heard … Read More

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The Dark Secret Behind “Pay Off Your Mortgage Early” Advice

August 31, 2020August 12, 2019

Should I pay off my mortgage early? It’s a big question but unfortunately, the standard advice comes with a trap. Your average American (and Canadian) has around $200,000 of mortgage debt and US homeowners hold a whopping $13.5 trillion in … Read More

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Beat the stock market with indexes?! Simple strategic asset allocation

August 31, 2020July 23, 2019

I have said before that I am a huge fan of index funds. But now I want to introduce you to simple strategic asset allocation. It’s a special technique where you get to have your burrito and eat it too. … Read More

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Simple Investing for beginners: From beginner to investor in 15 minutes

August 31, 2020July 3, 2019

I remember what it was like to be an investing newbie. I remember all the mistakes I made and I want to help you avoid them. That’s why I’m making an article for you fresh-faced FIRE escapees. Simple investing for … Read More

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7 reasons why most mutual funds are bad – and the 1 best way around it

August 31, 2020February 18, 2019

Most mutual funds are bad. Some aren’t but banks and fund managers are encouraged to keep you in the dark. Let’s shine some light on the issue. We’ll cover: The effect of the ‘small’ fees funds and managers charge Why … Read More

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Can you beat the market? 6 reasons to not bother trying AND what to do instead

August 31, 2020January 21, 2019

Can you beat the market? You often hear about people who do. They are on the news or in reddit and it seems very exciting. They do a smart thing, fist pump like its their job and display it all … Read More

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