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Q: I need to convert my RRSP to a RRIF by Dec 31. The portfolio is all GIC and bond ETF's. I want to add an equity factor to increase the total return that will cover the early minimum withdrawal requirements. For each sector I want to pick one larger stock that is stable and fairly valued vs an equity etf. I picked BNS.NFI,MG,ATD.B,OTC,BCE,BEP.UN,ENB,GUD and CCL.b.

What do you think of the selections and any other thoughts you may have? Thanks
Read Answer Asked by Richard on May 23, 2017
Q: Hello,
Is it possible to use a portion of my RRSP or LIRA to invest in an apartment building ? How complicated is it in terms of forms to fill and accounting. Would the net rental income remain tax free in a segregated account ? Thank you for your help and please fill free to include website with relevant information in your answer if you know any. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Pierre on May 09, 2017
Q: My son is diligently saving to purchase a house and currently is taking advantage of the benefits of a TFSA. I have mentioned that he should also consider opening an RRSP to take advantage of their home buyers plan. He can contribute an extra $15k and get an additional 35% tax refund. He has about a 4-5 year time horizon before he needs the money. Is this sound advice? Can you recommend what stocks he should consider?
Thank you
Read Answer Asked by Marty on May 03, 2017
Q: Hi,
I remain somewhat confused about which account it's best to hold Dividend paying stocks in. I've noticed some responses where you indicate it's best to hold the dividend payers in non registered accounts and higher growth stocks (capital gainers) in a registered TFSA or RRSP account.
For whatever reason, I assumed the opposite as I thought receiving dividends was more along the lines of receiving income (i.e.- cash) so it would be best to put these into your registered accounts to lower the tax bill.
So, in my situation, as I receive approx 60k in annual pension income- am I better to put the dividend payers into the registered or non registered accounts to keep the tax bill as low as possible.
Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Alan on April 21, 2017
Q: My son is currently 39 years old and is trying to develop a solid diversified portfolio. All of his holdings are in his RRSP except for some money in a Tangerine International growth fund which is in his TFSA. He has some new funds to add to his holdings. Could you please recommend some companies from your model portfolios that would add more diversification to his portfolio keeping in mind his relatively long investment horizon. As always, thanks for your advice.
Read Answer Asked by Les on April 18, 2017
Q: CSH has dividends in something called CAPITAL DIVIDENDS. As I understand it, these dividends are not taxable. Does this mean the cost base goes down by this amount, or what? In a related question, is it best to hold CSH in an RSP (where I currently have my units) or in a taxable account. Should I sell CSH in the RSP and buy it back in the taxable account, adding something else into the RSP?
Read Answer Asked by David on April 05, 2017
Q: Hi Peter and Team,

The other question I have is with regards to a previous answered question, where you mentioned across a RRSP, Investment and TFSA, the recommended breakdown is 6 stocks in the RRSP, 6 in the investment and 8 in the TFSA.

Since my RRSP holds 85% of my capital, would it be better to weigh the stocks as 12 stocks in the RRSP, 4 each in the Investment/TFSA, or is it better to follow the breakdown of 6/6/8?

Thanks again for the great work you do.

Read Answer Asked by Marvin on March 21, 2017
Q: I'm trying to tidy up my wife's RRSP small holdings, of the currently 26 in total.
ECM @ .65% [of the total portfolio] up 14.65%
EFX @ 1.26% " up 43.66%
SIS @ 1.49% " up 2.65%
TIO @ 1.35 " up 44% [taken out by PP,decision made]
I was considering consolidating these 4 to just one or two names.
Your thoughts on this action and or alternate suggestions?

Cheers and thx for your fine service!
Read Answer Asked by Henry on February 21, 2017
Q: RRSP question: Assume I am an Alberta resident with $0 income in 2017. How much can I withdraw from from my RRSP account while maintaining a 0% tax rate (disregard withholding tax)? 2017 Basic Alberta Personal Amount is $18,690 at 10% and Federal amount is $11,635 at 15%. And, can I make this withdrawal now (Feb. 17) for 2017 or does the March 1st RRSP cutoff date apply for withdrawals as well? Thanks.
Read Answer Asked by Curtis on February 21, 2017
Q: Regarding Bill's RRSP transfer to Questrade from a brokerage, the main issue of selling the investments to reinvest the funds is the tax implication. The sold RRSPs would be taxed, likely at 25%, and depending upon his RRSP contribution limit, he might not be able to reinvest the net sum. The RRSP amount would be included in his taxable income for the year of withdrawal and if large enough would "bump" him into a higher tax bracket. He would pay tax on the withdrawal at his marginal rate.

As you suggested, the transfer in kind is the only way to make this transfer without incurring any tax.
Read Answer Asked by Michael on February 13, 2017
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