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Q: Hi Peter:
what is your opinion on REE (Rare Element Resources - US) as well as the Rare Earth Sector ?

Al
Read Answer Asked by Al on February 17, 2015
Q: Still positive on AVL? I have a small position.
Thanks for the service.
Read Answer Asked by Gregory on February 17, 2015
Q: I'm going to be 70 yrs old this year and promised myself to get more conservative by switching out of stocks and going to efts, We have no debt and our pensions cover our living expenses. Our portfolio is 60% tfsa and 40% taxable account no rrsps all cashed out. We will be using some of our money each year at least 5-10% for trips and or home maintenance. Presently have 40% of tfsa split between bmo zlb & zlu low volatility but not sure if this the right way to go. I'm looking at going vanguard worldwide wide broad based except Canada then Canada but at what percent would be best and what etf for tfsa and taxable regular investing acct. Do not want any fixed income etfs because we always seem to have enough cash on hand for emergency. Mainly want to be well diversified.
thanks
Read Answer Asked by James on February 17, 2015
Q: Hi Peter,

Just looking for your opinion (any change) on Student Transport (STB) after the last quarter report.

I wish to point out something from their conference call that I feel a lot of investors miss: The Company leased vehicles in 2008/9 and has been writing off the lease payments as expenses from then until now. Their normal policy is to lease for 6 years. This quarter they were able to purchase these vehicles at the end of their leases for $1 million. They had a market value of $3.2 million dollars and 6 to 8 years of remaining useful life with very little charges to the next couple of years operating statement. This is a large unrecorded asset and has been overstating costs in operating statement which will reverse in the future.

I obviously like STB and am a current shareholder. I value your opinion.

Thanks
John
Read Answer Asked by John on February 17, 2015
Q: Hello 5i
I am looking at a group of funds and 1 IPO could you give me your opinion on them as they are all run by the Middlefield Group, GDG.UN RCO.UN GHC.UN GIF.UN
-On behalf of U.S. Dividend Growers Income Corp. (the "Fund"), is pleased to announce that it has filed a preliminary prospectus in relation to an initial public offering of shares at a price of $10.00 per share and the following.
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 17, 2015
Q: MY RRSP is full of large cap, dividend paying Cdn. equities so my TFSA is where I am a little more aggressive. I presently have SUMMIT REIT 2 as my only holding. I am looking for small cap, dividend paying stocks which offer income and growth to provide more balance to this account. Any ideas? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Derek on February 17, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and team,
I hold SGY and HWO as part of my O&G portfolio, you used to recommend these two for income. I am surprised with the lack of correlation with oil prices for HWO stock (is it due to small size?) and with unexpected behaviour for SGY stock today: the oil is up, Canaccord Genuity raised stock price target to C$4, yet the stock is down? Any explanations? Any thoughts on HWO and SGY perspectives and risk level? I have losses on both stocks but don't mind holding them if there is a light at the end of the tunnel :-)
Also, what do you think of CVE situation, is it a buy opportunity?
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 17, 2015
Q: I have recently transferred all my holdings from a Financial planning company to a self directed RRSP/LIF worth about $700,000. I joined 5I to get some thoughts on how to invest $350,000 in cash. The cash came after I sold all mutual fund holdings that existed in the former plan. Should I hold in cash for now as the market seems to be volatile & over-priced, should I purchase a basket of ETF's based on your sites recommendation or should I purchase individual stocks as per 5I's recommendations. I seem to be locked in fear of doing the wrong strategy but I know holding cash is not the answer. I really appreciate your advise and enjoy reading all the questions, thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Ken on February 17, 2015
Q: I have a relatively small holding in PTA, but the price appears to be continuing a downward trend. What is your view on its future?
Read Answer Asked by Alan on February 17, 2015
Q: I looked up previous questions and answers on CHW and the last was Jan. 22nd. Just wondering if you know of anything new that is causing the constant decline, or is it still mostly the US dollar component? Thank you!
Read Answer Asked by Ann on February 17, 2015
Q: Hi Pete Could I have your comments on rei results I read an article in Van Sun were there was concern about the occupancy but was not reflected in the report as this has been a core holding of ours and has served me well .I am not opposed to changing if needed .
I can not find the payout ratio
Thanks for your sevice that I find invalueable
Stan
Read Answer Asked by Stan on February 17, 2015
Q: Hello Peter, your take on DHX.B earnings this am.

keep up the good work.
Read Answer Asked by ron on February 17, 2015
Q: Hi Peter,
Dhx.b great earnings!
Are we going higher, or have we just caught up
to the stock price.
Thanks as always.
Read Answer Asked by Debbie on February 17, 2015
Q: About to re-invest in oil after taking gas since around 7/15/14. Assuming a base has been reached around $50+ with April futures over 60, I thought of picking up on the 3 as named bearing in mind the leverage available with respect to their highs last Spring. Would appreciate you comments or other suggestions. As always - thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on February 17, 2015
Q: I am retired and derive my income from investable assets. About half are in dividend-paying equities paying an average 5%, and half are in GICs paying 2.5%. I am thinking about getting out of GICs and buying a big position ($500K) in FIE or similar ETF. I can accept some volatility.
Read Answer Asked by Jean on February 17, 2015
Q: Hi Team

Gold has been stable and up a little. Many gold stocks have responded well but not Kinross. Du you see continuing weakness in Kinross while the sector as a whole improves?

Thanks for your comments.

don
Read Answer Asked by Donald on February 17, 2015
Q: own these three; am going to sell lre (finally); considering the sale of legacy (or do you see some hope in the long run for legacy) just saw the possible pun in that statement!!
I believe that Spartan should recover eventually - do you agree? want to take whatever funds I do receive and invest in
a safer but more alpha stock like possibly raging river (or another you might recommend)... these three companies are in
total about 10% of my holdings in one of my smaller rrif accounts...
many thanks for your comments!! ed in pointe claire
Read Answer Asked by edward on February 17, 2015
Q: On January 27, Tribute increased their guidance for Q4 and the stock appreciated quickly. I understand why many Companies warn when guidance is to be lowered but I am not sure Why Tribute would announce increased guidance rather than presenting the increase in their next quarterly results? Would you consider buying prior to Q4 results being reported?

Don
Read Answer Asked by Donald on February 17, 2015
Q: I'm 66 w a blessed portfolio from years of investing and using 5i(thank you).
To preserve retirement capital would you:
1) Take 1/2 & buy 5 laddered bonds w 1-5 yr maturities,hold to maturity and replace as they mature annually?
2) Take 1/2 and buy a bond ETF? - recommendation?
3) Take 1/2 and buy a bond mutual fund? - recommendation?
4) Leave the rest in a well diversified portfolio(growth, dividends)?
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by George on February 17, 2015
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