Author Archives: Echo

Pitfalls Of Chasing The Highest Dividend Yield

Back in early 2009 I sold my mutual funds and opened a discount brokerage account with TD Waterhouse.  I had about $30,000 to invest, and after doing some research on individual stocks I was drawn towards investing in companies that pay regular dividends. Related: Mutual Fund Fees – The High Cost Of Canadian Funds At…

What’s New Around The Blogosphere: May 4th, 2012

I read a very interesting post on The Grid this week called the rise of premature affluence.  The story explores the reasons why the face of debt is getting younger these days, especially in cities like Toronto.  The term “premature affluence” comes from the tendency of twenty and thirty-something’s to lead a lifestyle they feel…