Quotes of the Day

An often-overlooked drawback to investing in real estate is that you earn no tax benefits while you're accumulating your down payment. Registered retirement plans give you an immediate tax deduction as you contributed money to them. If you haven't exhausted your tax-deductible contributions to these accounts, consider doing so before chasing after investment real estate. [2019] - Eric Tyson

An enduring power of attorney gives the legal right to one or more designated persons to look after your financial and legal affairs if you lack the mental capacity to do so (due, for example, to a stroke or severe head injury). [2020] - Douglas Gray

If you know what your talent is, I guarantee some employer is looking for you. You have to keep going. Some employers do want you. Your job is to find them. [2013] - Richard N. Bolles

Experienced salespeople present one feature or benefit and then ask for feedback. They make sure that they understand what the customer is thinking at each state of the sales presentation. [2004] - Brian Tracy

I recommend raising rents at the end of each lease term. Even if only a few dollars, it gets your tenant accustomed to the rents being raised. You should bring the rents up to market rate at this time. To find out what market rents are in your area, do a market survey. Many find it helpful to use a tool such as Google or Rentometer. [2017] - Bryan M. Chavis