Quotes of the Day

Tax planning tips: 1) Deduct all business and invest losses. 2) Write off your fines, tickets, levies, and penalties. 3) Deduct fees paid for advice. You are entitled to deduct fees paid for investment and tax planning advice. And if you pay someone to prepare your tax returns that is deductible too. [2007] - David M. Voth

You may want to change the way you eat and drink. Arsenic is naturally found in wells and groundwater, so you can either have your water tested or use a filter. Avoid plastic drinking bottles and cookware. Even BPA (Bisphenol A)-free plastic bottles may not be free of other harmful chemicals. BPA substitutes may be as unsafe; they just haven't been studied to the same extent. Avoid living near major roadways if possible. Greenery--trees, green space, and even house plants--can help reduce the levels of air pollutants inside your home and in a city. Try to walk in parks, plant trees, and support urban forestry. [2017] - Elizabeth Blackburn

Asking, "How much is it?" is THE BIGGEST buying signal. Telling me, "Your price is too high." is THE SECOND BIGGEST buying signal. [2005] - Jeffrey Gitomer

When you sell, you break rapport, but when you educate, you build it. Sales is all about building rapport, not breaking it. [2007] - Chet Holmes

Unless your home is almost brand new, or you're just recently had it painted, you should seriously consider repainting the entire interior before putting it up for sale. The typical home needs to be repainted every four to seven years. You can probably get your entire house painted for around $2,000. Use light colors. White used to be the most popular interior color. Today, many new homes feature a kind of light yellow or mustard color. Many upscale home use a variety of harmonious colors including yellows, grays, browns, blues, and many other deep colors. [2003] - Robert Irwin