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Q: PHYS.U is traded in TSX in USD and PHY.US is traded in NYSE. Are they basically the same? What are the differences between them? Is the one traded in NYSE considered as US situs property for estate tax purposes of being domiciled in the USA? Thanks. Have a good day guys!
Read Answer Asked by Ford on August 29, 2019
Q: Hi.
why are many of the companies in the Growth portfolio not rated.
Thanks
Costa
Read Answer Asked by Costa on August 29, 2019
Q: Hello Peter, any ideas about recent sell-off in RCI.B? I read some news about the back to school promotion intensify between RCI and Shaw's Freedom. Considering overall rate dropping backdrop, do you think Telecom sector is at bargain compared to other "safe" sectors (e.g., Utilities, REITs). THANKS!
Read Answer Asked by yun on August 29, 2019
Q: Follow your balanced portfolio and hold the above etfs for american exposure.. Vgg has performed better over the last 18 months. Thinking of selling vun, vfv and buying vgg. What do you think? T steve
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on August 29, 2019
Q: You have always said that LSPD is very expensive and more risky than other stocks.
Also that it trades at 15X sales
For the last 3 years, haven't you said the same with SHOP which has gone from $50 to over $500 in 3 years time? Shouldn't we ignore them being expensive and just buy them? Of course, in a downturn, they will be hit the hardest.
Read Answer Asked by Herm on August 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: Hi Peter, Ryan and Team,

In my TFSA, I have some cash on hand and own the following stocks FTS, KXS, PBH, PHO, SIS and WPK, that are about equally weighted.

In light of the talk of a potential downturn at the moment, would you advise to add to any of the positions or should I open another position in some stock that you would recommend or should I just wait?
Read Answer Asked by Marvin on August 29, 2019
Q: I realize these are very different stocks, but I hold both and want to sell one of them. Which has the best:
- management,
- balance sheet,
- prospects over both the short term and long term
- the best relative valuation?
Thanks.
Jim
Read Answer Asked by James on August 29, 2019
Q: The stock has fallen off a cliff and for good reason. Management has executed poorly and badly missed many of their objectives. And they continue to sing a heck of a good song on their cc's. The cc was full of promotion and hot air. Much of the commentary was particularly greasy, including the comments about the impending financing. How can 5i continue to recommend a company with a management team so objectively lacking in credibility? Is this not the profile of a company deserving of a rating below "C"?
Read Answer Asked by Joel on August 29, 2019
Q: Greetings,
I currently own ZWH, XQQ, and VUN as part of my US focus in my portfolio. I am looking to add another name or two. Time frame 5+ years. I prefer to remain with Canadian ETFs investing in the US. First of all, do you see too much overlap here? I have room to add to all 3. Can you provide 3 stable dividend ETFs you might suggest to add and a couple of growth ETFs that might complement my current holdings? Thanks in advance. KEN
Read Answer Asked by KEN on August 28, 2019
Q: Peter,

What do you think of the low volatility ETF's especially in our current environment? Do recommend them as part of a balanced portfolio?
Thanks for your valuable service.

GM
Read Answer Asked by Gary on August 28, 2019
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