Quotes of the Day

Whether you are stripping profits or drawing directly from an investment, you don't want to be drawing down on any holdings that have fallen in values. Negative returns at the outset of your withdrawal years can have a negative impact on your income-producing assets. But selecting a withdrawal rate in the 5-5.5% range appears to moderate this potential problem. [2019] - Daryl Diamond

Resilient channels and Roxul insulation can help dramatically cut down on ambient noise, but they don't come cheap. Twenty dollars' worth of door sweeps and form tape, though, will go a long way toward reducing it Install on the interior doors separating the basement and upstairs. These alone won't cut all the noise, but you'll be less likely to hear others' conversations and be able to enjoy some well-deserved peace and quiet. [2017] - Sean Cooper

Some factors that enhance the readability and eye appeal of a layout: 1. Headline set in large, bold type. 2. Space between paragraphs increases readability. 3. Copy should be printed black on a white background. 4. Short paragraphs are easier to read than long ones. 5. The lead paragraph should be very short--less than three lines of type, if possible. [2005] - Robert W. Bly

Major city newspapers tend to publish a comparison of the prevailing mortgage rates by institution in the real estate section of the weekend newspaper. This will save you a lot of research time. Also check with mortgage brokers in your community. They frequently publish a list of current comparative rates and will send a copy to you free upon request. [2017] - Calum Ross

It is vitally important to select a qualified mortgage professional who focuses on investment real estate and understands the investor's wish to use borrowed money to invest in multiple properties. Formal financial-planning training is also a critical component of being able to advise effectively. If they are competent enough to be a mortgage professional for an investor like you, he or she will start off by asking, "What's your goal?" [2017] - Calum Ross