Quotes of the Day

High-interest savings are generally a better choice than money-market funds. Unlike money-market funds, high-interest savings account don't require a minimum deposit, nor do you have to worry ab out getting dinged with commissions, charges, or fees for withdrawing your money within a certain time frame. Another big plus is that, unlike a money-market fund, you can access your money quickly as long as your money has been in the account the required number of days. [2019] - Eric Tyson

Many lending institutions won't write mortgages on condominiums or townhouses where more than 30 or 40 percent of the units in the complex are occupied by renters instead of owners. [2003] - Gary W. Eldred

The most opportune and favourable time to buy is during a so-called buyer's market, when many real estate products, including condominiums, are offered at cheaper prices. Buying when the market is high and "going with the flow," hoping that prices will continue to rise, may not be such a good idea. An oversupplied market is a buyer's market. An undersupplied market is a seller's market. [2013] - Dan S. Barnabic

Dietary acid is in many of the most commonly consumed foods and drinks, even though you probably don’t know it’s there. It’s in canned and jarred soups and vegetables especially if they’ve been pickled, marinated, or fermented. It is in all carbonated beverages and industrially produced fruit juices. It’s present in every product that contains high-fructose corn syrup, even in items that don’t seem to be sweet at all. This ubiquitous and overused sweetener is produced using sulfuric acid and you’ll find it in the most unexpected places, such as in condiments, barbecue sauces, cocktail sauces, spice mixes, even baby food. You’ll find dietary acid in breads, salad dressings, juices, yogurts, and candy bars. [2017] - Jonathan Aviv

A good example of a core investment (lower-risk investments with lower return potential) is buying a brand-new home in an established, mature neighborhood with a thriving rental income. The tenant is already in the home and has a stable income and a good history as a renter. You also have a thorough understanding of the expected appreciation over time in that area. Core investments are suited to investors who want stable rental income while minimizing risk as much as possible. [2020] - Symon He