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Q: Happy New Year.

According the article in the link below, BPY.UN generated year to date funds from operation (FFO) of just $665 million while paying close to $1.541 billion in interest. I saw a fairly recent Youtube interview with Bruce Flatt, and he seemed quite upbeat on Brookfield's overall outlook going forward. How much of a concern is this FFO/Interest ratio to your team?

https://seekingalpha.com/article/4396749-look-astronomical-leverage-brookfield-property?mail_subject=11-3-yield-high-insider-ownership-pandemic-resistant-newtek-business-services&utm_campaign=nl-investing-income&utm_content=link-1&utm_medium=email&utm_source=seeking_alpha

Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by James on January 04, 2021
Q: Hello 5i Team

I have been researching the controlling (or largest holder) of the various REITS on listed on the TSX. However I have difficulty in determining the largest holder in several cases.
Some companies make it very easy (either by listing the information in their annual report) and then some make it difficult.

Are you aware of a website that lists this information or do I have to research the quarterly/annual filings and if not successful, then contacting the investor relations group at the REIT in questions.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on December 22, 2020
Q: A little while ago, Stephen asked a question about some Reits and BSR was mentioned. In your answer, you suggest it was not cheap, based on 22x cash flow. A couple of questions: would other matrices also show it to be not cheap? About P/E, it shows at 5 on my Portfolio Tracking, but on the web page from my booker, it says 12.49....why the difference? Last, while I do like the business focus of BSR, CAP Reit is often mentioned favourably for this sector; can you briefly compare these 2 and suggest which you would prefer, and why? Thank you for your excellent service.
Read Answer Asked by Leonard on December 21, 2020
Q: The reported 'dividend' yield for BPY is reported as 9.2%. However, am I correct to say that this is not a 'dividend' like a dividend from the Royal Bank.
Is the BPY dividend actually a blend of interest, dividend, return of capital and 'other' income? Please confirm this observation to be correct or not.
An amateur DIY investor such as myself can be fooled if not careful by simply looking at the 'dividend yield' as reported in daily stock quotes.
What got me questioning the yield was the old adage "if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is". As mentioned in my previous question, the high 'dividend' put up a red flag.
Regads,
Read Answer Asked by Ron on December 21, 2020
Q: Hi
I want to have your outlook on both IIP.UN and CAR.UN post pandemic.
How are their balance sheet during the pandemic? Are they badly impacted during the pandemic or were they able to still get the renters pay their monthly rents.
Which one would you buy between these two now?
Do you think IIP.UN will reach its new high of 18$ in 2021?

thank you
Read Answer Asked by Kristelle on December 21, 2020
Q: These companies have been drifting off their highs and am wondering if there is a particular reason for this; wondering if this is a good time to buy, or hold, and which you think have the best value and potential? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Pat on December 14, 2020
Q: 1.5% position, p/p$7.81,loss 23%.Dream office intends to build a 310 meter office & residential complex on 212 King st,w,Toronto .Mpct,the real estate arm of Dream already has interest in a building on King st. What impact will above project of Dream Office have on Mpct. Also,shoud I continue to hold?If not,please provide 2-3 high potential alternatives,regardless of sectors.Txs for u usual great services & views
Read Answer Asked by Peter on December 14, 2020
Q: Hello 5i Team
Now that Sandpiper has reorganized the board of ARTIS, will appoint a new CEO effective January 01, 2020 and will proceed with their 100 day plan, I have the following questions:
1 – Is ARTIS REIT at the current price $10.89 a reasonable price to pay, provided ARTIS/Sandpiper can complete their 100 day plan and hopefully realize Sandpiper’s estimated NAV at $15.40?
2 – Are any of the three outstanding ARTIS preferred units (AX-PR-A, AX-PR-E and AX-PR-I) a better way to play this story?
3 – Any thoughts on other Canadian REITS that could be put into play by activist investors, given most of the undervalued REITs are majority controlled by the parent corporation (Melcor REIT, Morguard REIT etc.).
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on December 14, 2020
Q: Hi 5i Team

I have AX.UN and NWH.UN and want to add a full position of a pure industrial reit. If you had to pick one of DIR.UN, GRT.UN or SMU.UN, which would it be and why? I'm primarily interested in dividends and their safety and growth potential. Alternatively, would you go for a 1/2 position of two?
Thanks
Peter
Read Answer Asked by Peter on December 11, 2020
Q: Hi
As I was driving to my "empty" office unit, I heard on CBC Radio One, that there is pressure from some groups for the Health care REITs especially Senior's homes REITs like Siena to withhold the dividends because after all they are getting money from the Govt at this time to stay afloat and why should the Govt money go to pay the investors?! (my words)
Are the dividends at risk? The whole sector can take a BIG hit, if the dividends are withheld, no?
Read Answer Asked by Savalai on December 11, 2020
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