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Q: With JP Morgan giving their earnings report tomorrow, do you think the tax changes in the United States are reflected in the current pricing? Also do you think at current pricing that it is a good entry point (new record high)? Would you recommend starting a position today before the report or waiting? Would you recommend this being added to an RRSP (no-withholding tax)?

Finally, I have tried to find that blog post that was written a while ago about what account is best to put certain securities (CDN vs. US vs. Dividend (CDN/US)) but I cannot seem to find it. If you would be so kind to provide a link to it I would greatly appreciate it as I find its a great guide for new investors like myself.

Thanks so much for all your advice and great service! I cannot say how much I learn on a daily basis thanks to you and your team!
Read Answer Asked by Justin on January 12, 2018
Q: I would appreciate your comments on the succession plan for BRK. It adds clarity, the two are knowable experienced professionals, they fit the BRK culture, etc. My only downside risk is that they do not have experience within the other companies and capital allocation.

The market seems to approach of it.

Clayton
Read Answer Asked by Clayton on January 11, 2018
Q: Happy New year 5i!!
I have the following US stocks in my TFSA:NVDA,SQ,AMZN,CGNX.
I'd like to add another from the following: Arista, Paypal, Micron or Flir.
I'm not concerned about sectors or size and have a fairly high risk tolerance. If you have a better choice than the ones I've mentioned I'm all ears!
Thanks
Dave

Read Answer Asked by Dave on January 11, 2018
Q: Hi Team, sold off my US etfs and slowly been moving in US individual stocks in my RRSP.For a materials play in the US , between EMN and LYB which has a better growth profile? Would you recommend a materials company which would have a involvement in the construction or infrastructure play instead. I do own CAT (thanks to your sound advice) for industrial and or infrastructure play. Many Thanks Sam
Read Answer Asked by sam on January 11, 2018
Q: Understanding the US isn't your focus, do you have any insight into this stock? They appear to be a going concern with a short term issue that the shorts ganged up on looking for a quick buck. I bought some at about 50 dollars and am tempted to buy more knowing that next earnings may still show some effects, BUT that 2017 numbers will still be handily better than 2016, and 2018 looks good. Thoughts?
Read Answer Asked by Rick on January 11, 2018
Q: I have read today the Morningstar Credit report. I own 10K and made 23% so far :-)
Their leverage scares me, gone much higher since your last opinion on TMO, while they only have 600 mill in cash. Can I stay or sh I sell out.
art
https://www.bmo.wallst.com/Morningstar/reports/credit?YYY2151_Ha1I7iDTdeyvMUHDXTiMgmP4NQOl73+jF+HF/Ua1yxpDiGutSHl+pRAFhU0ohs+G7aH7GFnB9ccKEtYVsYhJaMJwhdMT/w9w
Read Answer Asked by Arthur on January 10, 2018
Q: I am setting up an all ETF portfolio for a 20 yr plus holding period and I have a two-part question. The first part concerns the makeup of the Canadian/US component. Is it better to go with a combination of SPY and XIC or would including CDZ and VIG provide stability and perhaps a bit more growth to the mix (keeping in mind that I intend to hold at least 5% of each but don't need income yet)?

Secondly, I am looking for higher risk assets for my TFSA. I was thinking of IWO. I know that there are specialized sectors I could include but I looking for a fairly hands-off approach. Do you think this approach would serve me well - I know that it is only one asset type - or is there a better mix out there that would still be quite manageable?

Appreciate your insight.

Paul F.
Read Answer Asked by Paul on January 10, 2018
Q: My TFSA is all in Can $. I have $12000.00 to add this year, so would like your opinion, on the US Tech sector, or the US Bank sector.
I would buy a ETF. At this time would you go hedged or unhedged?
Thanks for your continued support.
Shirley



Read Answer Asked by Shirley on January 10, 2018
Q: I have US$ in my RIF that I would like to invest defensively given general high valuations and the potential for a correction. Would VIG and VIGI be good choices or would you have other suggestions. Thanks for the help. Doug
Read Answer Asked by Doug on January 10, 2018
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