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Q: I did reorganize all my portfolio for a dividend focused portfolio , and already did sell most of the stocks for selected ETFs ,except the 12 stocks mentionned.I wish to only keep 12 "financially safe stocks" on long term + at low risk of dividend cut.If those 12 stocks do not all match this objective,wich ones could be sold and then replaced by what individual stock suggested ? regards,JY
Read Answer Asked by Jean-Yves on August 03, 2023
Q: I sold TRP today at basically a break even price because I do not want to wait out the final outcome of their recent split up plan and to see how their debt is allocated etc. I was in the stock for long term income given I am recently retired. It will be hard to find an equivalent yield, given capital preservation is a prime objective along with the income. TRP was held in a non registered account for tax advantaged dividend income.

With long term capital preservation a goal along with income generation, and that I hold all of the above listed companies already in appropriate proportions and don't wish to add to them or their sectors (no more utilities, financials or telecoms) what other Canadian blue chip dividend companies would you consider for long term hold with decent dividends for income? I also already have enough allocated to bonds, GIC's and cash accounts so I'm not considering these assets either.

Manageable debt levels and ability to maintain dividend growth, hopefully at the rate of inflation or higher is the main criteria I would hope to have in replacing TRP for the long haul. Thank you for your valued insight in giving me suggestions to look at.
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on August 03, 2023
Q: What are some blue chip higher yielding stocks on the TSX that you recommend for a very long term hold?
Read Answer Asked by Eugene on July 24, 2023
Q: What are you top ten dividend/income stocks in Canada to buy now?
Read Answer Asked by Gerry on July 18, 2023
Q: What is your opinion on the insurance providers currently and future outlook? I had owned MFC a couple of years ago for a number of years where the money was essentially dead money the entire time. I was lucky enough to get out with a small profit back then and now I am looking to re-enter this space.

In the past few years with the lower bond yields I think this played a huge part in the performance of these companies but now with the rapid rise in yields will these have a breakout going forward? Is SLF still your favorite? As always thanks, your opinion is always appreciated
Read Answer Asked by Kolbi on July 14, 2023
Q: I would like to take some profits from WSP and add to my existing dividend positions such as ENB, RY, SLF, Telus or TRP.
Please let me know your preferred Div Stock out of above list.
Thank you as always
Read Answer Asked by ALBERT on July 06, 2023
Q: Please rank the above companies in order of buying. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Richard on June 26, 2023
Q: RESP with 5 years until first withdrawal. Currently only holding is VEQT and approx 30% cash. Looking for some stable compounder companies to sweeten the total return. Please suggest 8 ideas. Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Richard on June 26, 2023
Q: Good afternoon - I’m overweight in big tech in my TFSA and am planning to do some rebalancing. I’m looking for some non-tech suggestions please. Either US or Canada are fine.

Thanks!
Janet
Read Answer Asked by Janet on June 16, 2023
Q: Hi 5i Team,

I am looking to create a dividend portfolio of 15 positions yielding around 6%. My plan is to weigh these positions equally in a non-registered account. A good number of these equities are in your income portfolio but I just wanted to get your opinion if you would swap any of these out or add anything else?

Telus
Enbridge
CNQ
TRP
MFC
BCE
TD
SLF
A&W
BEP.UN
BNS
Acadian Timber
Fiera Capital
CPD
CVD

Thanks in advance for your help!
David
Read Answer Asked by David on June 14, 2023
Q: Hi 5i
I just moved my rsp to a rif.
Out of the income portfolio what would be your first 5-10 stocks to start with.
Not in a hurry just your thoughts for the long haul with iincome.
Keep up the good work, I’m with you for the ups and downs.
Thx
Gerry
Read Answer Asked by Gerry on June 12, 2023
Q: I would appreciate getting your five recommendation each for US and CAD markets of companies with growing dividends for at least for the last five years with current dividend above 3% that also have growth.
Read Answer Asked by David on June 09, 2023
Q: Which ONE of the 4 stocks above would you suggest purchasing for a combination of dividend and capital appreciation over the next 12 months?
Read Answer Asked by Ron on June 06, 2023
Q: Hello;

Thanks for what you do. As of today, what would be your top 8 favorite Canadian dividend stocks to hold for the next 2-5 years? Consider income and stability first but growth appreciated.

Flo
Read Answer Asked by Florence on June 05, 2023
Q: Can you recommend 5 top value Canadian and 5 USA companies that have solid long-term businesses, with great management, a good P/E and have no debt or very low debt. Would really like to find a solid core of buy and hold names in any sector. It would appear to me that SLF would be one good choice.
Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Grant on May 30, 2023
Q: Which stocks are cheap and buyable Can be trade or long term hold.
Read Answer Asked by Nizar on May 29, 2023
Q: Of these three, why do you prefer SLF? Is MFC a close second? Thanks as usual.
Read Answer Asked by Dan on May 24, 2023
Q: Hi Gang

What are your top ten Canadian dividend stocks at this time
With a 5 yr investment time line

Thanks Mike B
Read Answer Asked by Mike on May 11, 2023