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National Bank Direct Brokerage: A Conclusive Trial!

In September 2016, National Bank Direct Brokerage (NBDB) became the first brokerage in the country to offer commission-free transactions on all exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in Canada, on the sole condition that a lot of 100 shares is traded. This was…

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Is Robinhood in Canada? Nope, But These Are the Best Alternatives

Is Robinhood in Canada? If you're itching to invest the easy way, you've probably heard of Robinhood. The app has revolutionized the US investing landscape and is among the most reliable names out there. After all, it’s known for being…

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10 TSX Growth Stocks to Watch Out for In and Beyond

There are multiple strategies to invest in the stock market. For passive investors who do not have the time or expertise to identify individual stocks, passive investing is the right option. Here, investors can look to buy exchange-traded funds that…

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A Beginner's Guide on How to Invest in Canada

Why do people invest in Canada? Actually, why does anyone invest their money in any financial market? It's to achieve financial freedom and generate income or value from assets not related to your salary.  There are different ways to achieve…

TD Direct Investing: the Overview
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TD Direct Investing: the Overview

On September 8, 2021, TD was named Canada's Best Consumer Digital Bank by Global Finance. At the same time, it was recognized in seven other categories, including best mobile banking app and best online product offering. Do they also deserve…

BMO InvestorLine: Pros and Cons
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BMO InvestorLine: Pros and Cons

Self-directed investors want their online broker to be user-friendly and to offer the latest technology to enable them to trade the securities of their choice skillfully. BMO InvestorLine has won several accolades in this regard over the past few years.…

CI Direct Trading Review
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CI Direct Trading Review

CI Direct Trading, formerly known as Virtual Brokers is an online brokerage that has been helping self-directed investors make the most of their savings since 2009. Owned by the giant CI Financial, CI Direct Trading offers one of the lowest…

RBC Direct Investing: The Verdict in 2023
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RBC Direct Investing: The Verdict

Online brokerage platforms seem almost interchangeable, especially when they belong to a major Canadian bank. However, RBC Direct Investing does offer a more comprehensive experience without any real weaknesses, which will likely please RBC’s current clients. Up until now, no…

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Guide to Canadian Stock Exchanges

Which of the four Canadian stock exchanges is your favourite? Surprise! There is more than just one and each has a specialty.  Once you take a minute to learn the basics, you’ll realize that there’s a whole new world that…

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Questrade Review

In October 2020, online broker Questrade made the move to eliminate account inactivity fees from its price list. Coupled with an already-advantageous commission rate, that's all it took to get investors interested in the platform.By choosing one of the most…

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Hardbacon Canadian Investor Survey 2021 Results

3 out of 10 Canadians own cryptocurrencies. Surprised? Hold on to your tuques because we live in a country of young investors who are risk takers! At least that's one of the surprising facts that emerged from a survey of…

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Everything you always wanted to know about bonds

Bonds are an essential ingredient in most investment portfolios. They are negatively correlated with the stock market, so they reduce the risk inherent in a portfolio. In addition, they provide consistent returns with low volatility, so they’re generally a safe,…

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