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Q: I have held a small position in GH since Feb. It has behaved well and I like the dividend.

Could you provide a sense of what implications the wildfire in Fort McMurray might have for GH going forward. Currently the stock is down about 8% on the news. Is there an outcome that would lead to a sell recommendation. At this time, the Boomtown Casino has been spared but is vulnerable as is the rest of the town. (Fortunately no loss of lives to date but big property losses).
Read Answer Asked by David on May 04, 2016
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Q: Hello, I am looking for a very safe mutual fund for my daughter's RDSP. I am looking to get her out of equity funds as much as possible for a while and into something which pays reasonably more than the fee and is at the same time RDSP eligible. Thank-you
Read Answer Asked by Alex on May 04, 2016
Q: Melcor Developments (MRD) has a very long and distinguished reputation as a reliable and profitable developer and property manager based in Edmonton, Alberta. In 2013, MRD spun off some of its properties into Melcor REIT (MR.UN). The Reit’s stock price suffered a dramatic decline in 2015 from $10 to $7. Presumably this was due to “Alberta phobia” on Bay Street. However, the 2015 financial statements showed a 50% increase in net income. Debt remains around 55% of book value and the monthly distributions continue unaffected at a very sustainable 80% of net profits, for a current yield of 8.28%. The stock price has recovered somewhat to the $8 range. With oil prices seemingly stabilizing around $40 it would appear that the risk of property related defaults in Alberta is receding. While this is a small cap Reit, its management is top-notch and its financials seem sound.

What is your take on this stock ? Is it a Buy, sell or hold ? Too early to get in ?
Read Answer Asked by Don on May 04, 2016
Q: Peter and His Wonder Team
I have read your previous comments about BB and agree it is a unique puzzle and enigma! Ha!Ha! Currently it is only $1.00 above Book Value and approaching it's annual low. Could I please have your current opinion on this stock? Does the low price justify the risk? Could they be eventually bought out for there patients and security features? Does this qualify as a reasonable contrarian play?
Your opinions are always thought provoking and invaluable.
With respect...
Dr.Ernest Rivait
Read Answer Asked by Ernest on May 04, 2016