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Q: Hi

Could you provide some insight on the Central Fund of Canada as a possible vehicle for exposure to gold and silver bullion. In particular, can you elaborate on the fees associated with this fund.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Greg on January 06, 2014
Q: Hi Team - I know you have been critical of RIB.un in the past. It has been a decent yield play and has held up fairly well in the NAV dept. They are proposing an increase in their leverage to a max 35%. Thoughts? Happy New Year
Read Answer Asked by Scott on January 02, 2014
Q: I would like your opinion on 3 names FTN,DFN,INC.U all pay large dividends, are the dividends secure and do you see any growth. thanks
Read Answer Asked by Larry on December 30, 2013
Q: Hi there
Wondering for an income side of a portfolio what you think of OCS.un? I like the 7% yield and the integrity and track record of Onex backing it.

Much thanks
Stuart
Read Answer Asked by Stuart on December 26, 2013
Q: Can you please provide your opinion on RIL.UN? I currently hold this position and debate on liquidating it.
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on December 17, 2013
Q: Morning,
What are your thoughts on FAP? Where is the best place to check on it's NAV? Do you think the NAV will move up or down from here? Thanks.
Larry
Read Answer Asked by Lawrence on December 17, 2013
Q: I am looking for a lower risk income product for short term holding. Hoping for more than 1%. I came across BBO.PR.A which is a closed end Blackrock split corp pref share product holding Big Bank and Oil. Seems to stay just above it's NAV of $10 except back in 2008. Seems like a pretty safe 5% yield holding. Volume is low though. I can't really get a handle on the split corp structure and risks etc. Any guidance or comments would be appreciated. Anything that would be better? I am also considering BMO Covered Call products. Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Dathan on December 13, 2013
Q: Hello. Your opinion on LFE, Canadian Life Companies Split Corp. please. Buy, sell or hold? They recently reinstated a dividend. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Max on December 13, 2013
Q: What's your opinion on DFN-T. Certainly a high dividend but is it sustainable over time?

Read Answer Asked by Vern on December 12, 2013
Q: Any thoughts on ide.un. Management team seems excellent
Read Answer Asked by John on December 05, 2013
Q: You just responded to another user on BIF.UN. I am unable get a quotation for this through my discount broker. Is it available via some other symbol? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Vineet on December 03, 2013
Q: Would Bif.un be a good alternative to owning individual REITS. Thank you, Nancy
Read Answer Asked by Nancy on December 03, 2013
Q: Further to my question regarding jfs.un, I looked through the last financial statements and read through the fees, there seems to be a 2% annual fee along with a 1.5% fee and a 20% nav appreciation fee. Can you break these down as to what the yearly fee in relation to a mer is and would this be comparable to other closed end funds. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Richard on November 29, 2013
Q: Can I get your opinion on jfs.un I have recently taken huge gain off the table and I'm sitting with quite a bit of cash here. Everyone on tv keeps saying that there is still a way to go with this stock market but I also remembering hearing this in 2007 and 1999 and we both know what followed those years. Now I'm not saying that the stock market is about to crash, but JF's track record in a downturn is pretty good. Just looking for some feedback, thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Richard on November 28, 2013
Q: Your thoughts on Timbercreek Global (TGF.UN).
Thank you,

Joseph
Read Answer Asked by Joseph on November 27, 2013
Q: Would you please give me your opinion on UNITED CP (CA: UNC)
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Gordon on November 21, 2013
Q: Hi. LBS just announced a preliminary short form prospectus! What does that mean exactly? The stock price fell and had much more trading volume.
Read Answer Asked by Keith on November 17, 2013
Q: Hi 5i team
What is your opinion on EIT.UN ?. Looks stable with a high distribution payout . Also a sizeable investment by Brett Wilson recently.
Thanks
Cal
Read Answer Asked by cal on November 17, 2013
Q: What do you think of FAY.un other than a small comp. and not much volume?
Read Answer Asked by Keith on November 15, 2013
Q: I am looking for something to replace the bond part of my portfolio and would appreciate your comments of First Trust Senior Loan ETF. Like most I am very pleased to be a member of this great service.
Read Answer Asked by Harold on November 14, 2013
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