Creating your investment plan

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  Investing internationally to diversify your portfolio

  International investing can help new and experienced self-directed investors create a dynamic and diversified investment portfolio.

  April 19, 2024 by Vanguard Investments Canada Inc.
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  Tips for making better investment decisions

  Want to find out which stocks you should be watching? Learn about investment tools and resources that can help you make better decisions.

  October 1, 2018 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  What is the real cost of investment?

  Are you thinking of investing in the stock market as a self-directed investor? Discover the real costs of investing and how much money is needed to start.

  February 9, 2024 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  Investing by yourself or with a financial advisor?

  Compare self-directed investing vs working with a financial advisor—costs, control, support, and when a hybrid approach can make sense.

  April 16, 2026 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  How to start investing: A guide for beginners

  Learn the 6 golden rules that new and experienced self-directed investors should follow to make informed decisions and help grow their portfolio.

  July 8, 2024 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  8 steps to build a solid investment portfolio

  Not sure how to invest in the stock market? Here are 8 essential steps to build a solid portfolio and help get you started.

  August 12, 2024 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  Selling stocks. When's the best time?

  Discover how self-directed investors can make smart stocks or ETF selling decisions. Learn about timing, rebalancing, and asset reallocation.

  August 4, 2025 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  Diversification: Are you doing it right?

  Having a diversified portfolio is essential. Find out how to analyze your investments to see if they’re properly diversified.

  July 12, 2022 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  The importance of asset allocation

  Learn about asset allocation and why it’s important to invest your money in different types of asset classes to reduce your risk level.

  December 17, 2020 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  What is responsible investing?

  What are the differences between green, ethical and sustainable investments? An overview to help you understand ESG criteria.

  April 4, 2022 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  Investment horizon and goals

  How should you structure your investments? Well, that depends on your investment horizon and goals. Learn more in this video.

  August 26, 2021 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  How to start investing

  The first step in achieving your financial goals is to start investing. Here are some tips to get you started.

  August 12, 2020 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  FIRE strategy: Invest for financial independence and early retirement

  The FIRE movement is a strategy that can allow investors to be financially independent and retire early.

  April 20, 2023 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  How to make passive income?

  Discover different passive investment strategies with ETFs, dividend stocks, bonds, options strategies, and securities lending. It could help you generate additional revenue!

  March 7, 2023 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  A guide to retirement investing for self-directed investors

  Maximize your chances to achieve financial independence with our guide to retirement investing.

  October 13, 2023 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  How the TFSA cheats Benjamin Franklin?

  Residents of Canada have several strategies to increase their assets tax-free, including the tax free savings account!

  April 8, 2018 by National Bank of Canada
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  Understanding the Dividend Reinvestment Plan

  Have you ever invested in dividend stocks? Your next steps could be to subscribe in a Dividend Reinvestment Plan.

  August 10, 2022 by National Bank Direct Brokerage
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  Gold as an investment: what drives prices and how to gain exposure

  Learn what drives gold prices and the main ways to invest in gold to help diversify your portfolio.

  May 14, 2026 by National Bank Direct Brokerage