Preferred Shares FAQs

Preferred Shares frequently asked questions:

• When should you use preferred shares within an investment portfolio?
• What are the advantages of investing in preferred shares?
• What are the possible risks associated with investing in preferred shares?
• What are the basic features of a preferred share?
• What are some basic characteristics of a preferred share?
• How should you select preferred shares to invest in?
• Any other criteria to consider when selecting preferred shares?
• What are some important things to consider when buying and selling preferred shares?
• What are some preferred share pricing influences?
• What is the DBRS rating scale?
• What do the DBRS ratings mean for preferred shares?
• What is the DBRS credit rating philosophy?
• What are limitations to uses of a rating?
• What are some common abbreviations and definitions associated with preferred shares?
• What options are available for me if I want to invest in preferred shares?
• How is the income earned from preferred shares taxed?