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Q: I am disappointed in the lower returns of Canadian apartment reits, and can't bring myself to buy Pure Multifamily (RUF.UN) because of the high payout ratio. Are there any US apartment reits that you might suggest I have a look at? I am targeting a dividend of 5% or more.
Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Paul on February 15, 2019
Q: I bought for the first time preferred shares last year as part of a defensive strategy overall. These shares performed as expected and fell in unison with the market in October and December. The rest of my portfolio has nearly recovered and is back to where it was in early fall.
Why are these preferred stocks not recovering? Does the market now believe that interest rates are unlikely to rise so the re-sets now have less value?

Thanks for all your help,
Read Answer Asked by Paul on February 15, 2019
Q: Some (including Phil Town) are concerned that this is at or above 30. I believe the historic average is about 15. I am also told that an increased Shiller has preceded market crashes historically. I would appreciate your comments in particular as to whether a market crash is in the cards after such a prolonged bull market - a record at 10 years if I recall. Thanks! (Publish this question if you wish)
Read Answer Asked by Paul on February 15, 2019
Q: "Telus Corp. is warning of a “material” risk to its business if the Canadian government bans wireless carriers from working with equipment vendor Huawei Technologies Co. Ltd.
Vancouver-based Telus has worked with the vendor extensively over the past decade, and The Globe and Mail has reported that virtually 100 per cent of the company’s radio access network relies on Huawei gear."
I've read your responses to other queries on Telus. Does this (bit) of news alter your opinion that the billion dollars of infrastructure is likely already being taken into consideration. I for one would rather get rid of my telecoms than allow Huawei a foot hold.

Thanks as always
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on February 15, 2019
Q: Would you please give some income suggestions that pay at least 5%. I have been looking at Reits but there may be other sectors to consider. My object is income production with minimal effect by a market downturn or recession.
Read Answer Asked by Dwight on February 15, 2019
Q: Hi. I own 2 US stocks, Pfizer and J&J. Have become overweight in J&J so will have some US funds to deploy. I am retired and am a dividend investor with minimum risk. I read with interest your answer to Keith that Verizon and Telus about the same and JPM and Royal Bank similar. You indicated best to invest in areas in the US like Industrials, Tech or large consumer stocks. Appreciate what stocks you recommend in these areas as well as your thoughts on Verizon.

Wayne

Read Answer Asked by Wayne on February 15, 2019
Q: I hold the shares in the following companies, (ATD.B, CCL.B, CSU, L, NFI, OTEX,PEO, PHO, SHOP) but need to sell to free up some cash. NFI is the only one in the red at this point in time based on my purchase dates. Can you order them - first to sell to last to sell - for me. Thinking of future potential.
Thanks
Michele
Read Answer Asked by Michele on February 15, 2019
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