Quotes of the Day

GBP is laden with speculators. The British pound trades most actively against the U.S. dollar during the European and London trading hours. The initial movement at the London open may not always be the real one. It works best following the U.S. open or after a major economic release. [2009] - Kathy Lien

Learn a new language, or take acting or dancing lessons. There are usually more women than men present for all three of these pursuits. Salsa dancing lessons are especially effective. [2012] - Christopher Gray

Investment vehicles in which the rich invest that the poor and middle class do not include initial public offerings of stock (IPOs), private placements, and other corporate securities. [2000] - Robert T. Kiyosaki

The older you get, the less heart-essential coenzyme Q10 you have. Not so good, since 95% of the energy produced by the body depends on this electron transport chemical, making it important to eat more energy-producing greens, grains, and beans. [2009] - Frances Sheridan Goulart

Portfolio loans may be slightly higher in rate and shorter in term, or they may involve a balloon payment (most likely through a refinance). None of the "big banks" will do portfolio lending. Instead, you'll want to focus your search on small, local community banks. Look for banks that have a maximum of 20 different branches. Credit unions might also be a good source of portfolio lending. Portfolio lenders will not be labeled as such. You'll simply need to call them up and find out. Ask to speak with the loan officer, because the teller will likely have no idea how to help you. [2015] - Brandon Turner