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Q: I want to build an American ETF portfolio of 5-6 ETFs that pay a decent (4%-5%) yield. I have historically bought Canadian hedged ETFs for that purpose however I think there is a possible currency advantage to be had. I have looked at many many ETF questions in the 5i ETF folder and they seem to be very Canadian based. Would you be able to suggest 5-6 US based ETFs or more if you want to add a few more.
Thanks
Norm
Read Answer Asked by Norm on January 29, 2021
Q: Good Day,

Currently I have approximately $72 000 invested and I am working toward ensuring that my portfolio is diversified. Your portfolio analytics tool has informed me that I need more international exposure. I recently read an article about investing in small cap ETFs now in order to realize potential gains down the road. I am wondering what you would recommend for small cap ETFs?

Regards,

Ryan
Read Answer Asked by Ryan on January 25, 2021
Q: Re: Grant's Friday question about reducing the tax liability for his CCPC.

Instead of changing the investments, another option to consider would be to purchase corporate life insurance which can be the vehicle to pay that tax bill. And the life insurance premiums can be paid with corporate dollars, not personal after-tax dollars.
Just looking at it through a different lens here.
Read Answer Asked by Robert on January 25, 2021
Q: I have a CCP corp (10-year time line) with the following holdings (high to low mrt value + $60K cash): ENB, AQN, ATD, SU, BAM, GC, LSPD, XBC, REAL, GUD, BEPC, CAE, BNS, CSU, ENGH, SLF, PHO, XGD, WELL, GOOS, QST, AC, BEP.UN, KXS, DOC.VN, MITK, ATZ, SYZ, DOO. To reduce tax liabilities, I plan to slowly sell off any high yielding stocks (eg ENB) and only hold buy-and-forget stocks with very low or no dividend or buy corp class ETFs like HXT, HXS, HXQ. Can you please recommend what current stocks you see as long term "keepers" and suggest any new CAN or US stocks or ETFs. Many thanks for your help!!!!
Read Answer Asked by Grant on January 22, 2021
Q: Hi 5i,
Can you make a few suggestions on EFT’s that could be used in constructing a portfolio for an RDSP investment account covering Canada, US and International with a 20+ year time horizon?
In addition to your individual suggestions what are your thoughts on holding a world ETF like XAW from a tax efficiently perspective within an RDSP account for world exposure?
Thanks,
Read Answer Asked by Bob on January 19, 2021
Q: I am looking to put my money into 2-5 stocks/Mutual funds.
Investment Horizon is 10 Yrs, i am a high risk taker, looking for High growth.
But, I am not very active in the stockmarket, I want to put my money in 2-5 holdings and then forget about it..... and then sell them after 10-15 years.

Please suggest 2-5 stocks/Mutualfunds etc...
I friend suggested BAM, BRK.B and Mauer Mutual funds.....Please advice
Read Answer Asked by HARRY on January 15, 2021
Q: Hi,

Can you name a few CDN etf's that you'd recommend for a long term hold that emphasize CDN high growth companies?

Can you name a few US etf's that you'd recommend for a long term hold that emphasize CDN high growth companies?
Read Answer Asked by Graeme on January 04, 2021
Q: Good morning. I am setting up RESP’s for infant grandson’s. I am thinking at this age the portfolio could be aggressive growth equities. There is only a small ($1000.00)initial amount that would be supplemented with small (one or two hundred dollar) irregular contributions. To avoid/reduce trading costs, in the beginning at least, it might be best to go with ETF’s which can be purchased at no cost? Would you agree? And if so can you suggest some aggressive growth type ETF’s. I am thinking XIT, Canadian tech companies could be one.
Thank you.

David
Read Answer Asked by David on December 15, 2020
Q: Hello Peter and Team
I would like to invest in the Russell 2000 ETFs.
In the current and the midium term market conditions what will be your advise for the most appropriate ETF.
IWM or IWO Growth or IWN Value.
Tahnk you, I value your opinion
Raouf
Read Answer Asked by Raoul on December 07, 2020
Q: I need to increase my us exposure, any suggestions for etf in non-registered, 5-10 horizon?
Read Answer Asked by Wayne on December 02, 2020
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