Sector allocation is a key component in a good investment strategy. But how many should an investor hold? And which ones? If you follow Mike’s simple process, you will rapidly build your sector allocation and identify the ideal number of stocks to hold in each. Master this co

Brookfield stocks have reported robust performances for several years. Most of them trade on both the Canadian and U.S. markets and offer generous dividend payouts. However, understanding the differences between Brookfield Infrastructure, Renewable, Properties or Asset Management c

When thinking about the Communication Services sector, telecoms instantly come to mind. In the Financial Services, we can’t help stating banks! Yet, these sectors have evolved in recent years with new players coming in. How did it change them, and how to get the best of them?

In September of 2017, I received slightly over $100K from my former employer which represented the commuted value of my pension plan. I decided to invest 100% of this money into dividend growth stocks. Each month, I publish my results. I don’t do this to brag.  I do this to show yo

The financial sector is both exciting and scary for investors. On the one hand, you have solid banks which are the heart of our capitalist system. They are a sign of trust, stability and growth. On the other hand, you think about all the exotic financial strategies like mortgage-ba

Which sector is best? Which ones should you choose? Knowing your sectors will help you understand what you invest in and why. In this episode, we pursue the Get the Best of Each Sectors Series. You’ll be able to know their strengths and weaknesses, how to get the best of each

We all want the best for our portfolio and it starts with a good sector allocation. This episode is the first of a series covering each of the 11 market sectors. You’ll be able to know their strengths and weaknesses; how to get the best of them and of course, Mike’s fav

We would separate tech stocks into two different categories: #1 Companies with disruptive technology entering various fields such as retail (Amazon), Television (Netflix), Financials (Robinhood) or accommodation (Airbnb). Those companies are fighting for market share and they are r

Currency exchange rates and tax effects are often scary for investors. While it is good to put money in your “home” market, you probably miss out on some great opportunities. There are dividend growers that can make you forget currency and taxes impact! Here’s why

Buying is easy and exciting. The problem comes when after a few months the stock underperforms. How did this happen? What should you do? Selling losers is a common struggle among investors. Mike and co-host Vero share a few tips on how to identify them; when it is time to let them