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How To Open A TD Ameritrade Account In Canada: Is it Possible? (2026)
investNovember 1, 2021

How To Open A TD Ameritrade Account In Canada: Is it Possible? (2026)

You’ve probably heard about TD Ameritrade, and maybe you’ve even considered opening an account. But you might be surprised to learn that there are restrictions

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
11 Best Small-Cap Stocks In Canada for June 2026
investNovember 1, 2021

11 Best Small-Cap Stocks In Canada for June 2026

Looking to boost your portfolio gains? Sometimes, thinking big isn't the answer, when you should be thinking small. It’s true that a very low or rapidly dwindli

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
National Bank Direct Brokerage Review 2026: Low Fees
investOctober 18, 2021

National Bank Direct Brokerage Review 2026: Low Fees

National Bank Direct Brokerage has recently revamped its fee structure to introduce some excellent features. This National Bank Direct Brokerage review will go

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
7 Best Meme Stocks in Canada 2026: Know Your Memes
investSeptember 27, 2021

7 Best Meme Stocks in Canada 2026: Know Your Memes

Usually, when a joke gets too out of hand, someone ends up embarrassed, and tempers flare up beyond reason. But sometimes, an out-of-hand joke becomes something

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
How Does Wealthsimple Make Money? 5 Surprising Ways
investSeptember 13, 2021

How Does Wealthsimple Make Money? 5 Surprising Ways

Did you ever wonder how investment brokerages make money? With many claiming low or no fees, how do they stay in business? Wealthsimple has become a staple in m

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Investing For Beginners In Canada: 20 Tips For 2026
investSeptember 13, 2021

Investing For Beginners In Canada: 20 Tips For 2026

Are you interested in becoming an investor to put your money to work for you but don’t know how to begin? If you are a complete beginner at investing, understan

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
investJuly 19, 2021

Wealthsimple vs Tangerine 2026: An Online Canadian Rivalry

Are you wondering which between Wealthsimple vs. Tangerine Bank would be better to meet your needs? Canadians have several financial institutions they can use f

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Questrade Exchange Rate 2026: Lower Your FX Fees for U.S Trades
investJuly 7, 2021

Questrade Exchange Rate 2026: Lower Your FX Fees for U.S Trades

If you are a Canadian interested in the U.S. stock market, you might have heard about Questrade. Questrade was the first discount broker in Canada to offer USD-

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Robinhood Canada 2026: $0 Commission Trading Apps Available
investMay 25, 2021

Robinhood Canada 2026: $0 Commission Trading Apps Available

The Robinhood app has become one of the most popular investment apps in the U.S. in recent years. It added over three million new users in the first quarter of

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
CIBC Investor’s Edge Review 2026: A Reliable Discount Broker
investMay 18, 2021

CIBC Investor’s Edge Review 2026: A Reliable Discount Broker

Investing affordably is a top priority for many Canadians. With the rise of low-cost online brokerages, platforms like Wealthsimple and Questrade have gained tr

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
RBC Direct Investing vs. Questrade: 4 Category Comparison (2026)
investMay 18, 2021

RBC Direct Investing vs. Questrade: 4 Category Comparison (2026)

I’ve used several trading platforms over the years, and Questrade has been one of my favourites. It is one of the most popular discount brokerages in Canada. Pi

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®
Questrade vs. Virtual Brokers (Now CI Direct Investing) 2026
investMay 7, 2021

Questrade vs. Virtual Brokers (Now CI Direct Investing) 2026

Note that Virtual Brokers was acquired by CI Financial, and is now CI Direct Trading. Picking the best trading platform in Canada for you isn't always a clear c

By Christopher Liew, CFA, CFP®

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