Quotes of the Day

Telltale and red flags for neurogenic cough: 1. Cough from talking or singing; 2. Cough caused by changes in temperature or air conditioning; 3. Cough caused by perfume or other fumes; 4. Presence of other neurogenic symptoms such as odynophonia (painful speaking) or painful burning throat. (Throat-burn is typically a neurogenic symptom and not a common symptom of reflux). [2014] - Jamie Koufman

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

The most important habit you can develop for success, achievement and happiness is the habit of self-discipline. Self-discipline is the ability to make yourself do what you should do, when you should do it, whether you feel like it or not. [2004] - Brian Tracy

Once the couple marries, both lose "complete financial independence." Joint decision making is required and other qualities such as flexibility come into play. Income, investments and spending needs may vary greatly over the years. The ability to discuss and face these issues openly is vital to future harmony in the relationship. [2011] - Isabelle Fox

For a retired or soon-to-be-retired client, we might suggest a 60/40 (stocks/bonds) portfolio only if that portfolio is very, very well-diversified with different kinds of stocks and bonds, and the client has at least two years of living expenses in cash and near-cash (short-term GICs, high-quality and very short-term bonds). But in most cases, we'd prefer to see a 50/50 portfolio. [2013] - Russell Wild