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Q: I would like to reduce my exposure to REITs and reallocate to other sectors. Considering selling some of these 6. I have a long term focus - 5+ years, looking at total return over that time. May I have your opinion of these in order from best to worst for total return for a long term hold. I'm assuming all will get through this economic disruption OK. AP.UN, GRT.UN, HR.UN, PLZ.UN, REI.UN, SRU.UN. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Dan on May 12, 2020
Q: Good day team. Re Granite; watched it reach a premium not long ago, now looks attractive for starting a position. Thinking of selling "some" Telus (still up after approx a decade hold & now 25% in one of my reg accts) and starting with GRT. How will cashflow be impacted now? Attractive on valuation now? Approx 5-7 year hold
Read Answer Asked by Harry on March 24, 2020
Q: Hi Peter and Staff

If we end up in a longer (say 1-2 year recession) can you provide any comments as to which of the following could suffer more from vacancies or unpaid rent based on their tenants ?

GRT.UN, DIR.UN, SMU.UN

Thanks for all you do
Dennis
Read Answer Asked by Dennis on March 20, 2020
Q: Hello 5i,
I have owned CSH.UN for about 18 months, am getting frustrated by the lack of growth.
Am after a REIT for income in RRIF. Am considering SIA & GRT.UN as possible replacements. Will be a long time hold, am after a decent yield with some growth possibilities. What are your thoughts including any other alternatives in the space.
Thanks as always for your advice !
Steve
Read Answer Asked by STEVEN on December 06, 2019
Q: Two questions re: Granite reit.
They have a normal course issuer bid in place. Why would they buy back their own shares while going to the market to issue more shares?
These units are referred to as stapled units IE one trust unit and one common share. What is the significance of this arrangement. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Terry on November 06, 2019
Q: Looking to more reit exposure I am thinking above three mentioned, either all three or combination. Any thoughts, or opinions would be welcomed, also, please rank in order of preference
Read Answer Asked by John on November 06, 2019
Q: In the Real Estate Investment Trust sector rank them from best first on down? Interrent, Riocan, Granite, Broadwalk, and H&R Also give some color why they would be better than the others?
Read Answer Asked by Herbert on October 29, 2019
Q: Good Day Team,
Presently I have no REITSs in my portfolio, so hoping to add some.
What is the best step to take?
Put equal amounts in all 6 stocks listed or put in priority order with certain percentage in each. I have $5000. to invest in REITs.
Secondly, what order would you put them in, from best to the lowest.
Lastly, is there any REIT that you would change or add that may be better.
Please use extra credits as needed.
Thank You,
John G.
Read Answer Asked by John on August 29, 2019
Q: Just to round out my portfolio a little I hold 2 REITs - CAR.UN and GRT.UN. It seems the whole REIT sector has been uneventful this year. With these two I'm above water but other than collecting the monthly payouts, there have been no growth.

Do you think the rate cut in the U.S. should/will give this sector a boost? I'm thinking about flipping these two REITs for something that represents a better balance between yield and growth (suggestion if any). Your recommendations/opinions are much welcomed. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Victor on August 02, 2019
Q: Considering the recent market volatility and dovish tone from central banks, I would like to increase my exposure to REITs sector for some consistent income. Among the different REIT sectors, I am more lean towards to the Industrial sector, and currently looking to deploy some money into one of the names mentioned above. Any preference? Thanks. Tim
Read Answer Asked by yun on May 22, 2019
Q: Good Afternoon,
I am a very diversified investor. having stock in almost every sector and not over invested in each sector. In the sector of real estate I am only 5% invested and I am looking to add one stock out the 5 that I have mentioned. I understand that BRE is more of a service company in real estate but it is still class in the real estate sector. Can you recommend me which one of the 5 should I invest in?
Thank You.

Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on May 14, 2019
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