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Q: 'Playing defence' question of Mar 20/14 asked by yossi:

As noted in the answer this could play out in many ways.
One thing an investor can do is conduct all non-margin activity thru a 'cash' brokerage account so that all securities therein cannot be used in the brokers business. RRSP/TFSA's are already 'cash' accounts.
Secondly, set up your accounts to use a third party trustee.
Most brokerage accounts are 'self-trustee', ie they act as their own trustee. This was the same structure (no comparison intended) used by Madoff, MF Global, and Lehman Brothers to access client funds)

Publish at your discretion.
Read Answer Asked by Russ on March 20, 2014
Q: Hi Peter & Team,

Could you let me know your top 5 picks with low debt, good growth prospects that have started paying a dividend for the first time within the last 12 to 18 months.

Thank you for the great service
Read Answer Asked by Paul on March 20, 2014
Q: I am considering ELF.PR.G as a short term income holding. Has a $25 call 17Oct2014, currently price at a discount. DBRS discontinued Credit Rating in 2006 on this company.
Can you comment on it's short term credit worthiness

Thank You
Ernie
Read Answer Asked by Ernie on March 20, 2014
Q: Hello 5i, I am currently invested in BA, BCE, and SJR.B., the three representing a total of 5% of my total portfolio. I am considering adding TELUS(T). IYO,would I be better off to ADD this issue, increasing my exposure to this sector, or should I consider replacing one of the three I currently own?
Read Answer Asked by Rick on March 20, 2014
Q: Hi All;

I am looking for a junior graphite producer to play the potential future demand for battery production.
A friend was talking about a company called Alabama Graphite (ALP). Do you have any thoughts on
This company or any suggestions on companies to look at I this area?

DONo
Read Answer Asked by Donald on March 20, 2014
Q: Legacy Oil & Gas (LEG) has recently had a nice move to the upside on sizable volume. Would you attribute this to the year end reserves announced on March 5, some short covering, or is there something else that would accounting for same? As it has done little over the course of the last year, is it worthwhile holding it over the course of the next 6 months to a year.
Thanks in advance
Read Answer Asked by Robert on March 20, 2014
Q: I have read your previous favourable comments on Delphi (Dee). In view of their latest results do you see this as a good long term hold or do you prefer others?
Read Answer Asked by Marty on March 20, 2014
Q: Hi

Could you provide your current views on DR (Medical Facilities) in light of recent earnings.

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Greg on March 20, 2014
Q: We listened to BNN's duscussion on tax for 2013 returns, and also to our own accountants, to minimize US stocks in RRSPs and TFSA because of the requirements for US in relation to recording and the treaty in relation to this. I am confused on this, are you able to clarify the tax ramifications for Canadians holding US companies in their portfolios? Thabk you.
Read Answer Asked by Frank on March 20, 2014
Q: I have a question about Boston Pizza Royalties Fund.
Would you feel comfortable adding additional stock @ this time?
Thank you Dave
Read Answer Asked by Dave on March 20, 2014
Q: Would you comment on ASton Hills (AHF) results. They seemed pretty good but the market did not react. What makes this stock so lethargic. Could it be a takeover candidate? Appreciate you views. Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Sue on March 20, 2014
Q: AHF
What is your assessment of Ashton Hill's latest year end financial results?
Also, how would you rate it relative to its peers as a safe investment for growth and income.
The dividend is nice at over 5% - is it safe?
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Rick on March 20, 2014
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