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Q: I purchased some GOOS December calls, for now the call are profitable (46 Dec 20) if I let the call expire then I take it the calls are assigned to my margin acct automatically, yes or no. Second question , For tax purposes is my new ACB the cost of the shares plus the premium and
I declare no profit till I sell them OR do I have to pay taxes on the profit now on whatever gain or if a loss take that amount as a deduction for this years taxes. Thanks , Jean
Read Answer Asked by Jean on December 04, 2019
Q: This is more of a comment than a question. I too watched the interview with Bruce Flatt and walked away very impressed. I found his calm, rational demeanor to be quite encouraging. When he stated that he is more cautious now than in 2009 he said it was because they knew then they were buying assets at $.50 on the $1.00. I simply took that to mean that we are not in a recession and no such bargains exists.....which is not a bad thing. However, he is realistic enough to know that markets move up and down and when the next recession or downturn happens (whenever that may be) they have access to plenty of capital, are global in reach and have "feet on the ground" to take advantage of it. Glad you recommended it for the portfolio.
Read Answer Asked by Scott on December 04, 2019
Q: I have $40,000 to invest in my rrif and am considering $10,000 in each of these companies. Do you have any concerns with any of them?
I'm not concerned about dividend income for these and am concentrating on growth!
Ed in Montreal
Read Answer Asked by ed on December 04, 2019
Q: I have been very fortunate to have my second 10-bagger with ARWR bought at $4 in 2017 (after some earlier losses). It has been running very well recently but is down to-day on the news that they are issuing 4m shares at $58, well below yesterdays close of $68.66. Why would they issue new shares so far below the recent market? Is there something here to worry about?
Thanks for your great service, Bob.
Read Answer Asked by Lynn on December 04, 2019
Q: Good morning folks. I just received my Canadian Tire Mastercard Bill. As I am a preferred customer I have been enjoying a 16.99% rate which I never have had to use. They just increased it to 19.99%. I called them and they told me it is because Canadian Tire say it is because "we are going into a recession". I just thought this is odd that they are so sure that they raised the rates now instead of say a year or so from now. Do they have the illusive crystal ball? I just thought other members may be interested (or not).... post if you see fit.
Read Answer Asked by El-ann on December 04, 2019