# Just Buy XEQT > JustBuyXEQT.com is a Canadian personal finance education site dedicated to helping Canadians simplify investing with XEQT (iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio). XEQT is a single, all-in-one ETF that provides exposure to over 12,000 stocks across Canada, the US, and international markets for a 0.20% MER. The site covers beginner investing guides, ETF comparisons, tax-advantaged account strategies (TFSA, RRSP, FHSA), broker reviews, and interactive calculators. ## Site Info - URL: https://justbuyxeqt.com - Author: Just Buy XEQT - Audience: Canadian investors, especially beginners looking for simple, passive index investing - Topic: XEQT ETF investing, Canadian personal finance, passive index investing - Language: English (Canadian) ## Core Pages - [Home](https://justbuyxeqt.com/): Main landing page explaining what XEQT is and why it's ideal for Canadian investors - [Start Here](https://justbuyxeqt.com/start-here/): Complete getting-started guide for new XEQT investors - [About](https://justbuyxeqt.com/about/): About the site, what XEQT is, FAQs, and the site's mission - [Resources](https://justbuyxeqt.com/resources/): Curated investing podcasts, YouTube channels, and communities - [Blog Posts](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/): All articles on XEQT and Canadian investing ## Interactive Tools - [Compound Interest Calculator](https://justbuyxeqt.com/calculator/): Calculate how XEQT investments grow over time with regular contributions - [TFSA Calculator](https://justbuyxeqt.com/tfsa-calculator/): Project TFSA growth with XEQT - [MER Calculator](https://justbuyxeqt.com/mer-calculator/): Compare the impact of management expense ratios on long-term returns ## Guides: Account Types - [TFSA Explained](https://justbuyxeqt.com/tfsa/): Ultimate guide to Tax-Free Savings Accounts for Canadians - [RRSP Explained](https://justbuyxeqt.com/rrsp/): Ultimate guide to Registered Retirement Savings Plans - [FHSA Explained](https://justbuyxeqt.com/fhsa/): Guide to the First Home Savings Account for first-time home buyers - [Wealthsimple Account Types](https://justbuyxeqt.com/wealthsimple-account-types/): TFSA vs RRSP vs FHSA vs non-registered for XEQT - [XEQT in TFSA vs RRSP](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-tfsa-vs-rrsp-where-should-you-hold-it/): Where to hold XEQT for optimal tax efficiency ## Guides: Getting Started - [XEQT for Beginners](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-for-beginners/): What is XEQT and why it's perfect for new investors - [How to Invest $1,000 in Canada](https://justbuyxeqt.com/investing-1000-dollars/): Step-by-step guide to your first investment - [Student Investing Guide](https://justbuyxeqt.com/student-investing/): How students and young Canadians can start investing - [How Much to Invest in XEQT Monthly](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/how-much-to-invest-in-xeqt-monthly/): Income-based guide to monthly contributions - [Dollar Cost Averaging](https://justbuyxeqt.com/dollar-cost-averaging/): How DCA works in Canada with XEQT - [When to Buy XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/when-is-a-good-time-to-buy-xeqt/): Why time in the market beats timing the market - [Passive Income with XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/passive-income/): Building passive income through XEQT dividends and growth - [Fractional Shares in Canada](https://justbuyxeqt.com/fractional-shares-canada/): How to invest any amount with partial shares ## Guides: XEQT Deep Dives - [What is XEQT?](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/what-is-xeqt/): Comprehensive explainer of the iShares Core Equity ETF - [XEQT Holdings Breakdown](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-holdings-what-you-actually-own/): What companies and assets you own inside XEQT - [Is XEQT a Good Investment?](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/is-xeqt-a-good-investment/): Analysis of XEQT as a long-term investment - [Is XEQT Canadian?](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/is-xeqt-canadian/): XEQT's Canadian focus and home country bias - [XEQT MER](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-mer/): Management expense ratio explained - [XEQT Dividends](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/does-xeqt-pay-a-dividend/): Dividend payments and reinvestment strategies - [XEQT Dividend Strategies](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/what-to-do-with-xeqt-dividend-reinvestment-strategies/): 5 smart strategies for XEQT dividend income - [XEQT Automatic Rebalancing](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-automatic-rebalancing-explained/): How XEQT rebalances itself and why it matters - [XEQT Tax Implications](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-tax-implications-canadian-investors-guide/): Foreign withholding taxes, eligible dividends, and tax efficiency - [XEQT During Recessions](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-performance-during-recessions/): Historical performance during market crashes - [XEQT Retirement Planning](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-retirement-planning-guide/): Age-based strategies and when to shift to bonds - [Lazy Portfolios with One ETF](https://justbuyxeqt.com/lazy-portfolios-one-etf/): 5 simple portfolio strategies using a single ETF ## Guides: ETF Comparisons - [XEQT vs VEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/veqt-vs-xeqt/): iShares vs Vanguard all-equity ETF comparison - [XEQT vs VGRO](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-vgro-which-etf-is-right-for-you/): All-equity vs balanced growth ETF - [XEQT vs XGRO](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xgro-vs-xeqt/): 100% equity vs 80/20 equity-bond split - [XEQT vs XBAL](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-xbal/): Aggressive vs balanced iShares ETFs - [XEQT vs ZEQT (BMO)](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-zeqt-bmo-which-all-equity-etf-wins-in-2025/): iShares vs BMO all-equity ETFs - [XEQT vs S&P 500](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-sp-500/): Global diversification vs US-only index - [XEQT vs SPY](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-spy-which-etf-is-better-for-canadian-investors/): Canadian all-in-one vs US S&P 500 tracker - [VFV vs XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/vfv-vs-xeqt/): Vanguard S&P 500 vs iShares all-equity - [XEQT vs Index Funds](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-index-funds-which-is-better-for-canadians/): ETF vs traditional index fund investing - [XEQT vs Individual Stocks](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-individual-stocks-which-strategy-wins/): Passive ETF vs stock picking - [XEQT vs Robo-Advisors](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/xeqt-vs-robo-advisors/): Self-directed XEQT vs managed portfolios - [Wealthsimple Managed vs XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/wealthsimple-managed-vs-xeqt/): Robo-advisor vs DIY with XEQT - [Should I Sell Stocks for XEQT?](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/should-i-sell-my-stocks-for-xeqt/): Transitioning from individual stocks - [Best All-in-One ETFs in Canada](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-all-in-one-etfs-canada/): Top 5 all-in-one ETFs compared - [Best ETFs to Pair with XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-etfs-to-pair-with-xeqt/): Portfolio optimization with complementary ETFs - [XEQT Alternatives by Age](https://justbuyxeqt.com/xeqt-alternatives-by-age/): Best ETF for your life stage (20s through 50s+) ## Guides: Brokers & Platforms - [Wealthsimple Review](https://justbuyxeqt.com/wealthsimple-review/): Comprehensive 2026 review of Wealthsimple - [Best Broker for XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-broker-xeqt-canada/): Wealthsimple vs Questrade vs IBKR comparison - [Best Platform to Buy XEQT](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/best-platform-to-buy-xeqt-canada/): Platform comparison for XEQT investors - [Wealthsimple vs Questrade](https://justbuyxeqt.com/wealthsimple-vs-questrade/): Head-to-head broker comparison - [Best Investing App in Canada](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-investing-app-canada/): Top investing apps compared - [Best Free Investing Apps for Beginners](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-investing-apps-canada-beginners/): Commission-free platforms for new investors - [Wealthsimple](https://justbuyxeqt.com/wealthsimple/): Overview of Wealthsimple as an investing platform - [Wealthsimple Referral Bonus](https://justbuyxeqt.com/wealthsimple-referral/): How to claim the $25 sign-up bonus - [Is VFV a Good Buy?](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/is-vfv-a-good-buy/): Understanding VFV's limitations vs XEQT ## Guides: RRSP & FHSA Investments - [Best RRSP Investments for 2026](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-rrsp-investments-2026/): Top 7 investments before the RRSP deadline - [Best FHSA Investments in Canada](https://justbuyxeqt.com/best-fhsa-investments-canada/): 6 best investments for your First Home Savings Account ## Personal Stories - [7 Investing Mistakes XEQT Fixed](https://justbuyxeqt.com/posts/7-investing-mistakes-xeqt-helped-me-stop-making/): Real experience switching from active to passive investing ## Key Facts About XEQT - Full name: iShares Core Equity ETF Portfolio - Ticker: XEQT (TSX) - Manager: BlackRock (iShares) - MER: 0.20% - Holdings: 12,000+ global stocks - Allocation: ~45% US, ~25% Canada, ~20% International, ~10% Emerging Markets - Asset class: 100% equities (stocks) - Rebalancing: Automatic - Dividends: Quarterly - Ideal for: Long-term investors (5-10+ year horizon) - Available on: Wealthsimple (commission-free), Questrade, Interactive Brokers