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Q: Thanks for the great advice over the past year or so. I've done very well with BAD, CSU, MG, ESL, STN and VRX. Now I want to lock in some of that "paper" profit. Two questions: how do the safety of bonds compare to bond ETF's (or do you recommend another option)? Second, what bond ETF would you recommend,if capital preservation is the main priority? Thanks!
Read Answer Asked by Alan on October 13, 2013
Q: A few questions about FXM and WXM, which are Morningstar's ETFs that follow a momentum and value style respectively. These have spectacular >20 year 'theoretical' ie. backtested records. Is this something that will likely beat the TSX in the future or are there usually problems with backtested mechanical strategies going forwards? Do they trade at a premium to NAV and where do I find their NAV figure? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on October 13, 2013
Q: Hi This is a follow-up of Neil's question (Oct 11) about CIPF coverage. If I have a margin account but don't use margin or shorts, would it have the same safety as a cash account? What if I have some options? Thanks Henry
Read Answer Asked by Henry on October 13, 2013
Q: AET.UN Is there a reason to sell at this time? Is it going lower or will it recover. I bought at $10.13. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by George on October 13, 2013
Q: should i buy lightstream resources (LTS.TO). It is down due to rumor about
the possible reduction of monthly dividend. Some believe the dividend cut is already priced into the stock price. A long term buyer (2 years) would be rewarded at this entry level ($6.81). Your thoughts please.
Read Answer Asked by peter on October 12, 2013
Q: Could you give an update on Vista Gold (VGZ), specifically on the large volume and drop in price over the last month. Also why the price has declined so much in the last year.
I would think the Sprott loan extension a month ago would have been positive for the stock
Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Doug on October 12, 2013
Q: Hello all:
The Canadian portion of my portfolio holds 18 stocks. Of those 18 stocks I hold BCE, RCI.B and T. I am thinking of selling one of those and buying VRX to increase my diversification. My question is, 1. is this a good idea, 2. which telecom should I sell, and 3. Is VRX a good choice, is it too late to get in now. Thanks.
PS I just renewed my subscription. Thanks for a great service.
Read Answer Asked by Andrew on October 12, 2013
Q: Can you give me your opinion on Owens Corning(OC) on the US market.Thanks Don
Read Answer Asked by Don on October 12, 2013
Q: Would it be too soon at this point to get back into U-T ? Thanks for your time!
Read Answer Asked by Terry on October 12, 2013
Q: JPM is currently my only direct US investment held within my RRSP, I am currently sitting at about a 25% gain. What is your outlook for this stock considering their ongoing and seemingly never ending legal issues? Has all this turmoil been priced in already or should I consider moving on. Can you recommend something within the Canadian Financial Sector as an alternative?

Thank you for your fantastic service. (since I have become a 5i subscriber I have had my best returns as an investor!)
Read Answer Asked by Marty on October 12, 2013
Q: Peter, if I have 2M$ in the stock market all with, for example Scotia I-trade, would it make sense or be advantageous to move half of those equities to another stable/secure discount trading house such as TD so as to be able to get CIPF coverage on all of it, and to not have all my eggs held in one basket? Would the CIPF coverage cover 2M$ in that instance, if I spit it up?
Read Answer Asked by Neil on October 11, 2013
Q: Hello
Would you please provide an update on LSG.
Thank again.
Read Answer Asked by Stephen on October 11, 2013
Q: Portfolio Management - I have held both HCG and ATD.B for a long time, so that they have become a large percentage of my portfolio. I don't like selling winners, but I recognize that there is risk i everything. Even a great stock can get side-swiped by events. How large a percentage would you hold before trimming the stock of a high quality company?

Thanks,

Hans
Read Answer Asked by Hans on October 11, 2013
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