Investment Q&A

Q: With the acqusition do you see a stock issue ahead or how is it funded ?

Q: Blackstone bought a position in May 2020 and paid book value for the shares. The stock is now trading at 87% of the book value. It would not surprise me if they are looking to buy out the company. In any event, the stock seems undervalued.

Q: Hi, Are there any Reits based in Texas? I think a lot of people are moving to Texas and reits with holdings there should do well..What are your thoughts?

Q: TCN has been absolutely crushed in this market. Do you continue to like the company?
If so why? Would now be a reasonable time to acquire shares or would it be better to continue sitting on the sidelines until we see some signs of interest rates stabilizing? And what is your sense as to when this might happen?

Q: DRM breezed through most of the last six months of market volatility, seeming nearly invulnerable in its steady upward movement. Then, at the beginning of April, it began a steady downward movement which has accelerated of late. It has lost 29% in the last 20 days, and 10% in just the last week. Is this decline in any way justified by events at the company or its debt level? Would you consider it expensive for its sector?

Q: It's interesting to think about "special situations" that arise in such a volatile economy. Let's say that with increasing mortgage rates coming, the rate of foreclosures is almost certainly going to increase. What are businesses that will do well in this case? In USA or Canada? I saw on social media someone mention ASPS, but curious of your take on the thesis and companies that could do well.

Q: I am wondering about the relative safety of these Reits if interest rates runs really high. I was reading an article in Barron's which claimed a high number of Reits went bankrupt in the 70's and 80's, but went on to say it wouldn't happen today even in the same case scenario, but it did not say why. Wondering what you think of that statement, and if you could answer "why it wouldn't happen now". Do you think these Reits are safe to add to as they go down, and would their dividends be safe if interest rates ran hot for a couple of years? Thanks.

Q: It seems the market is sending the stock to zero here after a short attack. With the yield over 8%, would it be a screeming buy or a run for the exit as most likely scenario?
I know the shares should settle first, and we should not chase yield, but it sure looks enticing, so some help in objectivity please.

Q: I would appreciate an updated opinion on European Residential REIT. Why the big drop recently? Thanks!

Q: Is there a REIT or two that provides high growth potential and high dividend yield. Given the current market circumstances, I might be able to get something at a deflated price.

Q: Why did it dropped so much? The company bought a lot of the houses at much lower prices and it can raise rent. Thanks.

Q: Peter; Could you updates your thoughts on NHF.UN ? Thanks. Rod

Q: Hi again 5i

Just a follow up to my previous question Redding TCN. My observation after some research leads me to believe that NWH has not only fallen less on hard markets than TCN and pays a 6.2% dividend substantially more than TCN
Would this be a good exchange long term?

Q: STOR's current valuation makes it a much more interesting stock than it would have been last July, 2021. Is now a good entry point for an income portfolio seeking to avoid downside risk?

Q: Hi,
What 5 or 6 uncorrelated Canadian companies & REITS would you pick for a "HIGH YIELD" portfolio for SAFE INCOME?

Thanks

Q: Hi There,
I have a fairly large position in CAR.UN and I'm thinking of selling half and buying either DIR.UN or TCN.
Of the two noted, would you have a preference of one over the other?
Thank You

Q: I am thinking of harvesting a tax loss in CAR.UN. Had bought this to protect against, or just dampen, the abrasive effect of inflation. I do not need a loss for tax year 2022 so it would be for use in some future year. I could use the proceeds to buy a different REIT , as a possible (probable?) protection against inflation.
1- Am I correct about REITs being a probable protection against inflation?
2- Although interest rates will be higher going forward, I assume inflation also dampens effect of debt. Is this in fact true?
3-Would you suggest an industrial REIT over a residential? Please suggest names you favor. I like ones that are inter-listed as I have only US$. ( TCN, Granite GRP in the US and others). But ones listed in Canada only are also just fine.

Q: How do you feel about NXRT? If you remember the Big Short this was a favourite of one of the principal investors in that movie - and paid off for him in spades.

Thanks, as always, David

Q: Pennymac would, at first glance, appear to be on the "road to nowhere" in terms of stock price and prospects. However, in Point & Figure terms it is currently in "Triple Top Breakout" mode since May 24 and its cash flow seems more than adequate to meet dividend payout requirements. Is this a decent income stock?

Q: I heard a rumour about the Federal government's threat to REIT flow-through taxation status. Is this something that is actively under consideration? Remnants of the Halloween Income Trust debacle come to mind