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Q: Good morning 5I, you commented on SSF.UN in Sept. 2012, do these comments still apply and would 5% be too much in a RRIF? Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Alayne on October 14, 2013
Q: Thanks for the great advice over the past year or so. I've done very well with BAD, CSU, MG, ESL, STN and VRX. Now I want to lock in some of that "paper" profit. Two questions: how do the safety of bonds compare to bond ETF's (or do you recommend another option)? Second, what bond ETF would you recommend,if capital preservation is the main priority? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Alan on October 13, 2013
Q: Hope your European Vacation was a sucess.
Do you know why all the shorts are piling on Bell Alliant BA.T, would this be a reason to not buy the stock, as it is nearing it,s 52 week low, the dividend and an easy capitol gain when the shorts come off,make it look enticing. Many thanks as usual.
Read Answer Asked by Greg on October 09, 2013
Q: ZXA is a targeted corporate bond maturity ETF which on the surface sounds like a good idea right now instead of an open-ended bond ETF. It shows a recent yield of 4.9% but I am wondering if that is sustainable and also what you think of this ETF as a way to invest in bonds going into a possible rising interest environment.
Read Answer Asked by Maria on October 09, 2013
Q: I'm looking RSI as a dividend stock. One hesitation is the equity situation that has been declining. is this a significant concern? On the positive side, the technicals indicate it may be a good time to buy. Thoughts?
Read Answer Asked by Graham on October 08, 2013
Q: You haven't commented on Manitoba Telecom since May. After the markets closed, the Federal Government announced the outright rejection of MBT's sale of Allstream. When this deal was first announced, MBT's stock jumped considerably. It has since given up these gains. Tomorrow morning the stock will probably plummet. Any idea of a floor?.... ie: what is the fair value for this telecom? Should investors abandon telecom stocks until the Fed gets its act together and stops its indiscriminate meddling with the rules? Many thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Paul W on October 07, 2013
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

Another question about EIF. I'm presently enrolled in their DRIP which gives a 'nice' 5% discount. However, the rapid decline in share price, and today's press release is giving me cause for concern. Wondering if I should immediately cancel the DRIP, and continue to monitor EIF with the idea of pulling out completely. Some dividend aristocrat:(
Read Answer Asked by Jerry on October 07, 2013
Q: Could you comment on the info released by Exchange Income fund, EIF?
Read Answer Asked by jacques on October 07, 2013
Q: EIF? Good Morning Folks. I own 1000 shares for RRIF DISTRIBUTION. And not sure what to make of the press announcement. Does it ring true to you? Never know when we are being sold a bil of goods. Are you comfortable with management? Should I move on (never just one cockroach) or average down for the yield? Help!

Robert Turnbull
Read Answer Asked by Robert on October 07, 2013
Q: Which do you prefer in the materials sector.... CHE.UN or CUS... ? Both pay a dividend in excess of 7% How will these companies react to rising interest rates? Are the dividends secure? As always, your insightful comments are invaluable. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Paul W on October 05, 2013
Q: I would like to know your opinion of Pizza Pizza, in particular the sustainability of the dividend and the experience of the management. I understand your reply may take a while and that is fine. Hope you all enjoy your sojourn in Europe.
Don
Read Answer Asked by Donald on October 05, 2013
Q: DCI, very high debt., very high payout ratio, very low ROE-can this co. sustain the dividend & will > int. rate have a negative impact on stock price & what about erosion of business as cell phones and other devices are able to conduct more financial transactions?? Is their business model protected from these other competitors??
Read Answer Asked by James on October 04, 2013
Q: EIF: Exchange Income Fund. I have held this stock for several years. Recently it has dropped sharply and precipitously for no apparent reason and no bottom in sight.
1. Have I missed a vital piece of information?
2. Would you recommend adding to my position right now?

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Donald on October 04, 2013
Q: Hello Peter & team.
I bought DCI-T (direct payments) a while ago at $25.49 & wonder if it is worth keeping. I am retired, like dividends & some growth & have a 3 to 5 year time horizon. DCI is now less than 1% of my portfolio. Should I keep it or move on to something else ?
Thanks in anticipation, Best wishes, Paul.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on October 01, 2013
Q: Hi 5i Team,
There were two preferred shares recommended on BNN this afternoon, PWF.PR.S (rated P1) and BRF.PR.E, that I would like a second opinion on.
Both offer healthy yields, and sell at discounts to their call prices. I am thinking of boosting my preferred share content in my dividend-oriented portfolio. Other than interest rate risk, do you see any red flags on either of these issues?
Many thanks,
Brian
Read Answer Asked by Brian on September 30, 2013
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