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Q: I started contributing to a TFSA in 2012 and have contributed the maximum since then. Can I make contributions for the years I missed ?
Read Answer Asked by Marion on February 03, 2015
Q: Good Morning to all on this snowy day!! I would like to allocate some money to my kids TFSA's. Which would be a better long term holding..MX (Methanex) or Alimentation Couche Tard. Cheers, Tamara
Read Answer Asked by Tamara on February 02, 2015
Q: For a couple in their late 70s, what what would you recommend for our TSFA. So far we have contributed every year and bought GICs, (2%) with the thought rates would soon be higher. The opposite has happened. What would you suggest we do now?
We don't need the money, but would like to keep it safe. Otherwise we have a diversified portfolio of your income, and some of the model portfolio. Any advice you have would be appreciated. Cheers!
Read Answer Asked by Shirley on February 02, 2015
Q: My college age Son had over a double in DHX (his only equity), with my advice he sold half, bought into Surge at $5.53. His account balance is now back to where he started. He's not happy with his advisor at the moment - hero to zero you could say. Should he hold Surge or take the loss, if the latter, any suggestions for a youngsters TSFA?
Read Answer Asked by Charles on January 26, 2015
Q: Hi Team
Could you recommend two good growth companies, suitable to a TFSA, that will benefit from the weak loonie and a recovering U.S. economy.

Thank You
Clarence
Read Answer Asked by Clarence on January 22, 2015
Q: I have recently opened a TFSA for my girlfriend that I will be managing. I have it fully funded roughly $35,000 all in cash. I would like to build a high growth portfolio. We are in our mid 20's so risk and timeline are not an issue. Just wondering if you could give me a list of 5 names that you would start out with. Thanks
Read Answer Asked by justin on January 22, 2015
Q: I know that you are favourable towards myt. But, would you consider it too risky to hold in a tfsa account, given that you would lose space and also could not claim a deduction if it lost value?
Thanks for the great service and congratulations on your award,Claire
Read Answer Asked by joseph on January 22, 2015
Q: I was reading your reply to Paul on Jan 19 regarding ZDY, a proxy to US dividend stock, is this considered to be US$ to include in the foreign content in income tax reporting? Is this good to hold in TFSA?

Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by LOUISA on January 20, 2015
Q: What would be your one or 2/3 best picks for TFSA?

SS
Read Answer Asked by Sirish on January 19, 2015
Q: Happy New Year Team!!
I am looking at putting together a new TFSA portfolio of ETFs with the following considerations:
-$36500 to invest.
-time horizon 10 years +.
-target 10% growth per year.
-goal of a diversified mix with exposure in and outside of Canada.

Question: Which ETF's in which categories would you recommend? (ie. Canadian, US, International, Sectors, Bonds, Dividends, etc.)
Thank you, I look forward to your reply.
Read Answer Asked by Eric on January 12, 2015
Q: I have no energy stocks in any of my portfolios at present and wonder if taking a position in ARX for my RRIF would be prudent at this time. As you know, the stock has been trading significantly lower than the new issue price of $22.55 and provides a dividend over 5%. I have room in both my non-registered account and TFSA if you think either would be a better strategy. Thank you.
Read Answer Asked by Barrie on January 12, 2015
Q: Hi Peter and 5i folks,

Love this service. I especially like the questions database which I consult on a regular basis. I also the quick return on questions asked in an often rapidly changing environment overlappded with long term "sage" advice. And I also think the new rules on question limits to be most fair.

It is now 2015 and it is time to add to my TSFA account. I am growth oriented now but will rotate to income in about 5-7 years. I am wondering if you could recommend 3-4 equities that have been over-punished (providing a good entry point) with the recent market pull back.

Pats on the back for a unique and valuable service !
Read Answer Asked by Jim on January 07, 2015
Q: I own Genworth Financial (GNW.US) in TFSA account, and it reported very poor earning last quarter and its cash reserve has been down unexpected significantly. Genworth is scheduled to report in February, and I am afraid it will be another disappointing quarter. Since I can't claim it as capital loss, do you think I should cut my loss to move on other companies or wait for its turn around? I like Starbucks and Michael Kors quite a lot; however, Starbucks valuation is very high, and Michael Kors has just been downgraded by Credit Suisse today.Does it make sense for me to switch from Genworth to Starbucks or Michael Kors at this time? Thanks for your great tips always!
Read Answer Asked by Rebecca on January 07, 2015
Q: We plan to invest $5500 in each of our TFSAs for 2015.We do not have any investments in the following sectors--consumer staples,materials and utilities.Could you suggest 2 or 3 stocks for each of these sectors.
Read Answer Asked by James Robertson on January 05, 2015
Q: Happy new year Peter and 5i,
Once again it is time to add funds to our grandson's RESP [14 mos]. Currently his holdings are: XTC 20 % of portfolio up 35%, DHX 19.4 % of portfolio up 92%, AYA 25% of portfolio up 285% [wow]. We reduced his holdings by 50%, and AVO 8.1% of portfolio down 42%. We would appreciate your opinion of new picks and assessment of current portfolio
thanks again
Read Answer Asked by john on January 05, 2015
Q: I realize this is a bit of a wide open question but if you were to recommend 3 Canadian high-growth potential stocks for inclusion in a TFSA account what would be your top picks? Thanks in advance.
Read Answer Asked by Bruce on January 03, 2015
Q: Happy New Year..
I have been conservative in my TFSA. Was thinking of selling SLF, BMO, and CM. All up 30 to 50%. Taking on more risk/potential growth..SGY, ARE, RRX,DHX.B and MND. They seem beat up and I have plenty of time and do not need the cash. Not being greedy, just thinking I'm not using the TFSA to its full potential.Can you comment and add two or three other suggestions?
Thanks
Paul
Read Answer Asked by Paul on January 03, 2015
Q: Next question. If you open a tax free account today is the limit you can invest starting this year or is it cumulative for the time the program was introduced. So can I put in $35000.00?
Read Answer Asked by roland on January 02, 2015
Q: If you open a tax free account today and only put in say $100.00. Does the maximum carry over to the following year. In other words if the limit this year is $5500.00 and you only put in $100.00 can you then put in $5500.00 in 2016 plus the $5400.00 carry over from 2015.
Read Answer Asked by roland on January 02, 2015
Q: Hi:
I am considering using my wife's and my TFSA to invest in high yield Canadian Equities (i.e. anything paying 3% and above). As opposed to reinvesting the dividends, I plan on withdrawing the cash to provide a little extra income. If I didn't sell any of the equities and withdrew only the interest, would my contribution room "grow" commensurate with the withdrawals?
Read Answer Asked by Chad on January 02, 2015