Quotes of the Day

Trading exclusively in the direction of positive interest yield is one of the most prudent and sensible ways to trade long-term positions in forex. [2009] - James Chen

Specific foods stimulate an improved wound response, and some of these foods include: Dark chocolate (which can stimulate stem cells); black and green teas (which can mobilize stem cells); grains (especially barley); and seeds (including flax, sunflower, pumpkin, and chia), all of which can speed up the process of angiogenesis to bring a needed blood flow to the gums. Herbs like rosemary, peppermint, and ginseng can be useful, as well as the fruit and peels of fresh apples and plums, which help the repair process. Capers and onions, dried cherries, sultana raisins, and blueberries are similarly beneficial for wound healing. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

Perhaps the easiest and most passive way to use Craigslist is to simply search the site for real estate postings in your area. You can even automate the process so new posts that contain certain words that you choose are sent directly to your email inbox (you can do this through IFTTT.com). You can use Craigslist to search for rental listing that appear to have been placed by "mom and pop" landlords (not professional property management competencies). Call them and explain that you are looking to invest in real estate in their area and may be interested in buying a property. [2015] - Brandon Turner

A furnished apartment typically commands a higher rent than a non-furnished suite, sometimes as much as 10-15% more. An apartment building that attracts younger tenants in a college or university town is an ideal opportunity for providing this kind of accommodation, at a higher fee. [2009] - Douglas Gray

The new Residential Tenancy Act allows landlords to charge extra fees for certain services, such as direct cost of replacing keys or other access devices / additional keys you request, service fees charged by banks for NSF cheques, move-in / move-out fees charged by a strata corporation to the landlord and fees for services or facilities requested by you that aren't covered in your tenancy agreement (e.g. parking fee). As long as your tenancy agreement states, you may be charged a fee of not more than $25 for a NSF cheque or late payment of rent. [2015] - Kris Anderson