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Q: On BNN this morning it stated our Canadian Stock Market ranked 96th out 100 world markets. Is there any way to find the figure for foreign buying of Canadian stocks and compare these figures to the past. Are we not in play due to Nafta changes coming and fear of Pres. Trump.,the low demand for commodities, our Liberal Governments Federal & Ontario Provincial, NDP in Alberta and BC. Our high home prices in Toronto and B C and fear of real Estate Collapse or What ? RAK
Read Answer Asked by bob on July 25, 2017
Q: Comment: If it's not "fair" to pay taxes when you withdraw from an RRIF, it's not fair to avoid the taxes in the first place. The trouble we all have in calculating our net worth is we forget about the taxes! The tax deferral just doesn't work as well for those of us with high incomes in retirement. I expect there arr many who think that's a good problem to have!
Read Answer Asked by M.S. on July 24, 2017
Q: Hi: Some time ago Pure Industrial was favourably mentioned on BNN because about 30% of its holdings are focused on warehousing for e-commerce distribution. An article in today's Globe and Mail also mentions it in this context. I note your comments on AAR have been cautiously positive, but not enthusiastic. Would you mind expanding on the e-commerce linkage? Is it less than it appears? Also, can you point me to other stocks that focus on the development of E-commerce distribution facilities? many thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Roland on July 24, 2017
Q: Hi, my only financial exposure is bns. With rising rates I know you recommend insurance companies such as sun life. I have a long time to invest as I'm only 31. What would you recommend for best upside potential to get some more financial exposure? I worry that the big insurance companies might be more for security and income providing less total return than some smaller growth oriented names. Could you recommend a few names and give my your thoughts on my ideas?

Thanks
Read Answer Asked by david on July 24, 2017
Q: I have held these equities in my well-diversified portfolio for many years and am a long-term investor, not averse to risks,and do not need the cash. Which if any do you think I should dispose of , and why? Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Harold on July 24, 2017
Q: Good afternoon, Peter & Co.
I am planning on diversifying my portfolio outside of North America and I am considering Alibaba and Tencent. May I have your comments on these companies and the timeliness of an immediate purchase.
With appreciation,
Ed
Read Answer Asked by Ed on July 24, 2017
Q: Have a family member that needs to supplement her monthly income. She received $60,000 recently.Should she use a investment brokerage account buy dividend payers, collect monthly income she derives from that and pay the occurred taxes, or since she does not have a TSFA open one and then (can she) withdraw the monthly dividend from the tsfa tax free on an on going basis. There is investment knowledge in the family to assist her. Thanks you for all your help
Read Answer Asked by James on July 24, 2017
Q: Being 73, I saved most of my life to an RRSP which flipped to a RRIF @71, with mandatory withdrawals. In the process of doing estate planning, and with the RIFF, being taxed @50% of withdrawals which is a difficult pill to follow. Initially I was withdrawing cash, however after further consideration, this year I transferred loss position "Crescent Point".
1. Would it be best to try and tsf everything before you expire and pay the tax.
2. When you tsf, is it best to tsf your losers initially, and then the winners.
3. I assume there is no other means of elevating the tax on RIFF.

For sure, RRSP are great during your working years, but never considered the tax burden after retirement. As an example if you have a 1 million RRSP after taxes $500,000.00 Does not seem fair
Look forward to your rely and thanks for your service
Rick
Read Answer Asked by Rick on July 24, 2017
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