Quotes of the Day

Reducing your amortization and paying off your mortgage quicker is an amazing way to eliminate interest which not many people practice. Without mortgage payments, you see more disposable income you can use towards purchasing your next investment, or whatever you want really. [2021] - Shazia Virani

Wholesale purchases frequently arise from unique situations. Properties that have a waiting list of willing and able buyers ready to pay market values are not usually candidates for wholesale purchases. [2004] - Mike Summey

Eating one to two apples per day was found to be associated with risk reduction of bladder cancer by 10 percent, colon cancer by 20 percent, and lung cancer by 18 percent. Of the 7,500 varieties of apples grown around the world, roughly one hundred are available in markets. Except for their taste and texture—firm, crispy, sweet, tart, bland—it’s hard to know how they differ from a health perspective. Research is now providing the answer. Of the varietals with the highest levels of defense boosting polyphenols, the top three are: Granny Smith, Red Delicious, and the Reinette (Little Queen). [2019] - William W Li

Many retirees don't have work-related pensions and it makes sense that they should "pensionize" some of their savings by creating a guaranteed monthly income, i.e. annuities. Deal only with the top-rated companies--annuities are no good if the insurance company dies before you do! Also, even though I think annuities are underutilized, don't go overboard here. Annuities are appropriate for a percentage, not all, of retirement portfolios. [2011] - David Chilton

It's the agent's duty to inform a buyer if the offer is unlikely to be accepted, not argue with the buyer and try to coerce him or her to raise it. [2006] - Robert Irwin