freebra's Comments freebra's Comments RSS Syndication from SeekingAlpha.com http://seekingalpha.com/user/861018/comments O Is A Buy, Not A Bargain http://seekingalpha.com/article/1501562/comments?source=feed#comment-19999062 19999062 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:25:56 -0400 O Is A Buy, Not A Bargain http://seekingalpha.com/article/1501562/comments?source=feed#comment-19998822 19998822
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Freedom Bravo ]]> Fri, 14 Jun 2013 17:17:39 -0400
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Freedom Bravo ]]> Why I Was Wrong To Predict A Windstream Dividend Cut http://seekingalpha.com/article/1490592/comments?source=feed#comment-19809382 19809382 Mon, 10 Jun 2013 15:58:29 -0400 AT&T - Upside Potential Of 20% http://seekingalpha.com/article/1483821/comments?source=feed#comment-19699221 19699221
Freedom Bravo]]> Thu, 06 Jun 2013 19:34:37 -0400
Freedom Bravo]]> We're Just At The Tip Of The Iceberg, Triple Net REITs Will Soon Be A Glacier Sector http://seekingalpha.com/article/1469521/comments?source=feed#comment-19610741 19610741
Freedom Bravo]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 16:51:48 -0400
Freedom Bravo]]> We're Just At The Tip Of The Iceberg, Triple Net REITs Will Soon Be A Glacier Sector http://seekingalpha.com/article/1469521/comments?source=feed#comment-19608701 19608701 Ignore '@itscalledcommonsense'. Apparently he enjoys making immature comments and calls the intelligent advisors names (industry pimp) to enhance his pitiful ego.

Keep up the GOOD work.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Tue, 04 Jun 2013 15:56:38 -0400 Ignore '@itscalledcommonsense'. Apparently he enjoys making immature comments and calls the intelligent advisors names (industry pimp) to enhance his pitiful ego.

Keep up the GOOD work.

Freedom Bravo ]]> 6 Mid-Cap Electric Utilities For An Income Portfolio http://seekingalpha.com/article/1453091/comments?source=feed#comment-19416421 19416421 Thu, 30 May 2013 09:54:22 -0400 Dangers Of Utility Investing: An Unappreciated Risk Is Growing Bigger Every Day http://seekingalpha.com/article/1452501/comments?source=feed#comment-19382871 19382871
SolarCity (SCTY) is working with (not competing with) numerous other Electric Utilities and don't believe Georgia Power (and certainly not Southern Energy) is any different.

Does SolarCity even have the capability to compete ? It is my understanding that they design, engineer, fabricate, market, install and provide maintenance of their solar panels. SolarCity, to my knowledge and research, does not have the capability to 'retail' electricity on the open market.

Awaiting your information source(s).

Freedom Bravo]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 15:02:23 -0400
SolarCity (SCTY) is working with (not competing with) numerous other Electric Utilities and don't believe Georgia Power (and certainly not Southern Energy) is any different.

Does SolarCity even have the capability to compete ? It is my understanding that they design, engineer, fabricate, market, install and provide maintenance of their solar panels. SolarCity, to my knowledge and research, does not have the capability to 'retail' electricity on the open market.

Awaiting your information source(s).

Freedom Bravo]]> Dangers Of Utility Investing: An Unappreciated Risk Is Growing Bigger Every Day http://seekingalpha.com/article/1452501/comments?source=feed#comment-19356111 19356111
Under the best of conditions (location, clear skies, etc.) and at (or near) sea level, the absolute most efficient "Solar Flux Density" will last only 4-5 hours (max.) of a 24 hour day. One-eighth of a day which is not totally inclusive of the high electrical demand (usage) time of the day in any area. Furthermore, seasons also will impact efficiency (again, Solar Radiation Inclination). Do you know how many days of 365 have clear skies with no pollution/smog, fog, overcast, rain/snow ? This naturally depends on the area where solar panels are most applicable (cost affective).

There are many other factors to consider, but understand I am not against solar energy at all. I am for any and all renewable energy, but we Americans are spoiled and wasteful.

Do you know of another industry that encourages their customers to NOT use their product other than the electric generating utilities ? I just received a $200 Rebate from my utility for replacing my 4 ton HVAC with a newer more efficient (SEER) unit. Insulation rebates, lighting credits, elec. to nat. gas hot water heater upgrades, electric usage discounts, etc. are available and encouraged by all electric utes. Energy Conservation is always encouraged by the electric utilities.

Arthur11, I don't mean to direct this to only you, but there just seems to be too many "Solar Experts" that think solar panels on your roof will solve the environmental and elec. service costs issues. Solar will contribute, but not replace your reliable service.

Freedom Bravo]]> Wed, 29 May 2013 01:47:23 -0400
Under the best of conditions (location, clear skies, etc.) and at (or near) sea level, the absolute most efficient "Solar Flux Density" will last only 4-5 hours (max.) of a 24 hour day. One-eighth of a day which is not totally inclusive of the high electrical demand (usage) time of the day in any area. Furthermore, seasons also will impact efficiency (again, Solar Radiation Inclination). Do you know how many days of 365 have clear skies with no pollution/smog, fog, overcast, rain/snow ? This naturally depends on the area where solar panels are most applicable (cost affective).

There are many other factors to consider, but understand I am not against solar energy at all. I am for any and all renewable energy, but we Americans are spoiled and wasteful.

Do you know of another industry that encourages their customers to NOT use their product other than the electric generating utilities ? I just received a $200 Rebate from my utility for replacing my 4 ton HVAC with a newer more efficient (SEER) unit. Insulation rebates, lighting credits, elec. to nat. gas hot water heater upgrades, electric usage discounts, etc. are available and encouraged by all electric utes. Energy Conservation is always encouraged by the electric utilities.

Arthur11, I don't mean to direct this to only you, but there just seems to be too many "Solar Experts" that think solar panels on your roof will solve the environmental and elec. service costs issues. Solar will contribute, but not replace your reliable service.

Freedom Bravo]]> Stay On The REIT Track And Sleep Well At Night http://seekingalpha.com/article/1462271/comments?source=feed#comment-19339211 19339211 RMR) is highly questionable based on CWH 'results' (external management).

Thanks again,

Freedom Bravo]]> Tue, 28 May 2013 16:21:35 -0400 RMR) is highly questionable based on CWH 'results' (external management).

Thanks again,

Freedom Bravo]]> Stay On The REIT Track And Sleep Well At Night http://seekingalpha.com/article/1462271/comments?source=feed#comment-19309101 19309101
Wishing your daughter well at UNC, great U. Visited the campus many times, but decided on CU. Many fond memories of the Beacon, so long ago.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 23:52:33 -0400
Wishing your daughter well at UNC, great U. Visited the campus many times, but decided on CU. Many fond memories of the Beacon, so long ago.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Stay On The REIT Track And Sleep Well At Night http://seekingalpha.com/article/1462271/comments?source=feed#comment-19307701 19307701 I have been a follower of yours on SA for about a year and have had excellent investment returns, especially in the health care sector, by following your opinions. I wonder if you have any 'comments' with reference to GOV (REIT). It appears to be within my criteria (SWAN), but don't ever recall an article by you even mentioning it. Any comments about GOV ?

When was the last time you visited the Beacon Restaurant ?

Keep up the good work !

Freedom Bravo]]> Mon, 27 May 2013 22:41:54 -0400 I have been a follower of yours on SA for about a year and have had excellent investment returns, especially in the health care sector, by following your opinions. I wonder if you have any 'comments' with reference to GOV (REIT). It appears to be within my criteria (SWAN), but don't ever recall an article by you even mentioning it. Any comments about GOV ?

When was the last time you visited the Beacon Restaurant ?

Keep up the good work !

Freedom Bravo]]> 6 Mid-Cap Electric Utilities For An Income Portfolio http://seekingalpha.com/article/1453091/comments?source=feed#comment-19183771 19183771
SCG is a well managed company, and a potential M/A candidate, since they are bordered by Duke and Southern.

Long on SCG>>

Freedom Bravo ]]> Thu, 23 May 2013 18:12:13 -0400
SCG is a well managed company, and a potential M/A candidate, since they are bordered by Duke and Southern.

Long on SCG>>

Freedom Bravo ]]> Can Windstream Maintain Its Ample Dividend Yield? http://seekingalpha.com/article/1448101/comments?source=feed#comment-19090641 19090641
Long on WIN. Cut the dividend 50%.

Freedom Bravo]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 17:19:35 -0400
Long on WIN. Cut the dividend 50%.

Freedom Bravo]]> Why AT&T Is An Income And No Growth Story http://seekingalpha.com/article/1447461/comments?source=feed#comment-19090091 19090091
Long on T and VOD>]]> Tue, 21 May 2013 17:05:38 -0400
Long on T and VOD>]]> It's Now Trading At $50, So Is There Any Oxygen Left In O? http://seekingalpha.com/article/1383131/comments?source=feed#comment-18963631 18963631
Thanks for the GREAT Articles........have profited very pleasantly.

Freedom Bravo

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Thanks for the GREAT Articles........have profited very pleasantly.

Freedom Bravo

]]> Verizon Wireless distributions will be "more lean" going forward than they have been thus far as the carrier pays down debt and bids in upcoming spectrum auctions, says Verizon (VZ) CFO Frank Shammo in the wake of a $7B payout. The comments suggest Verizon might still use the distributions as a bargaining chip (previous) to get Vodafone (VOD) to sell its stake. Shammo also states 1/3 of Big Red's postpaid subs are now on its costly shared data plans; that's up from 13% last November. (earlier) http://seekingalpha.com/currents/post/1025101?source=feed#comment-18834221 18834221
Long on VOD.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 23:00:58 -0400
Long on VOD.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Seadrill: An 8.5% Dividend Yield With A Growing Fleet http://seekingalpha.com/article/1425481/comments?source=feed#comment-18826151 18826151
Freedom Bravo]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 17:56:14 -0400
Freedom Bravo]]> Seadrill: An 8.5% Dividend Yield With A Growing Fleet http://seekingalpha.com/article/1425481/comments?source=feed#comment-18782461 18782461 Mon, 13 May 2013 17:09:57 -0400 Duke Energy - As Interest Rates Keep Falling, Investors Keep Looking For Yield http://seekingalpha.com/article/1407721/comments?source=feed#comment-18724291 18724291
Long on DUK

Freedom Bravo (Investor not Trader)]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 23:40:40 -0400
Long on DUK

Freedom Bravo (Investor not Trader)]]> Linn Energy: Don't Believe The (Negative) Hype http://seekingalpha.com/article/1418301/comments?source=feed#comment-18723961 18723961
These are some of the more simplistic issues that I am sure LINN/LNCO have reviewed.

There certainly will not be an immediate "recoup", which no one should expect. IMHO, 6 to 8 years would be more reasonable, as an absolute maximum time-line.

Been Long on LINN and continue to add, thanks to Barron.

Freedom Bravo]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 23:16:17 -0400
These are some of the more simplistic issues that I am sure LINN/LNCO have reviewed.

There certainly will not be an immediate "recoup", which no one should expect. IMHO, 6 to 8 years would be more reasonable, as an absolute maximum time-line.

Been Long on LINN and continue to add, thanks to Barron.

Freedom Bravo]]> Seadrill: An 8.5% Dividend Yield With A Growing Fleet http://seekingalpha.com/article/1425481/comments?source=feed#comment-18722571 18722571
Freedom Bravo ]]> Sat, 11 May 2013 21:59:48 -0400
Freedom Bravo ]]> Premarket gainers: CBMX +8%. YRCW +7%. APO +7%. CTIC +6%. Losers: PAL -12%. LNCO -7%. LINE -6%.  http://seekingalpha.com/currents/post/1000251?source=feed#comment-18493091 18493091
Long on LINN.

Freedom Bravo]]> Mon, 06 May 2013 11:00:22 -0400
Long on LINN.

Freedom Bravo]]> AT&T (T -0.5%) is set to launch new prepaid plans on June 15 under a brand called All in One, Fierce Wireless reports. The services will reportedly include a $35/month feature phone plan and a $50/month smartphone plan, with each supporting unlimited voice and text to go with a data bucket. The report comes a week after AT&T reported a Q1 net loss of 184K prepaid subs, a number that contrasts unfavorably with Verizon's (VZ) 43K net gain. Verizon recently launched a $35/month prepaid plan for feature phones, and $60-$70/month prepaid plans for smartphones. http://seekingalpha.com/currents/post/998221?source=feed#comment-18471831 18471831
T is the better stock investment. VZ is: 1) heavily in debt for it's Market Value; 2) 'may' discontinue dividends in an attempt to discourage VOD's 45% share ownership; 3) a $100B to $130B buyout option would be a bad business decision; or 4) cash and stock option ? Maybe............?

Long on T & VOD. Short (very) on VZ.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Sun, 05 May 2013 18:45:15 -0400
T is the better stock investment. VZ is: 1) heavily in debt for it's Market Value; 2) 'may' discontinue dividends in an attempt to discourage VOD's 45% share ownership; 3) a $100B to $130B buyout option would be a bad business decision; or 4) cash and stock option ? Maybe............?

Long on T & VOD. Short (very) on VZ.

Freedom Bravo ]]> Barron's is out with its list of the 500 financially strongest companies as ranked after a rigorous cash and sales analysis. A quick filter on the list shows a good chunk of the names trade with a single-digit price to earnings ratio including Goodyear Tire & Rubber (GT). Despite all the buzz about booming auto sales in the U.S. and China, concerns about growth for Goodyear's products in other regions of the globe have lowered expectations. But with auto sale estimates for full-year being taken higher, Goodyear could see enough consistent revenue growth to justify a higher trading multiple. (Top 25: AAPL, WCC, WDC, DVA, CHRW, QCOM, JOY, V, STX, MRC, MA, CVI, COF, SYMC, MCK, WCG, ETN, BRCM, TMO, CI, CBI, NOV, WNR, HFC, DK) http://seekingalpha.com/currents/post/999081?source=feed#comment-18470711 18470711 Sun, 05 May 2013 17:38:04 -0400 Verizon Finally Ready To Bid For Vodafone's Stake In Verizon Wireless? http://seekingalpha.com/article/1373601/comments?source=feed#comment-18150881 18150881 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:38:41 -0400 A Quick Look At National Oilwell Varco's Finances http://seekingalpha.com/article/1361281/comments?source=feed#comment-18149521 18149521
RayRay is correct. Only 3 'annual' periods can be counted, since 2009--> 2010 is the beginning 'annual' period.

Freedom Bravo]]> Fri, 26 Apr 2013 16:01:17 -0400
RayRay is correct. Only 3 'annual' periods can be counted, since 2009--> 2010 is the beginning 'annual' period.

Freedom Bravo]]> SCANA Corporation (SCG) declares $0.5075/share quarterly dividend, in line with previous. Forward yield 3.79%. For shareholders of record June 10. Payable July 01. Ex-div date June 08. (PR) http://seekingalpha.com/currents/post/970541?source=feed#comment-18102821 18102821
Freedom Bravo]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 17:50:07 -0400
Freedom Bravo]]> AT&T: Financial Shenanigans, Painful Truth Coming http://seekingalpha.com/article/1357981/comments?source=feed#comment-18044071 18044071
Freedom Bravo]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:25:43 -0400
Freedom Bravo]]> Grab A 15% Yield From This Undervalued Dow Dividend Stock http://seekingalpha.com/article/1353581/comments?source=feed#comment-17908111 17908111
Long on BA.

Freedom Bravo]]> Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:32:29 -0400
Long on BA.

Freedom Bravo]]>