Quotes of the Day

Theoretically, dark chocolate isn't as bad as high-fat milk chocolate, but let's face it. All chocolate is bad for reflux. [2010] - Jamie Koufman

The terms "REO property" and "foreclosed property" are often used interchangeably, but both refer to the same concept: a bank-owned property. Today, REOs are usually listed on the MLS. The homes are listed through local real estate agents and sold to the higher or best buyer. REOs can be exceptionally good for investors for two reasons. 1. There is usually something distressed about the property. Many people simply avoid these properties, because they don't want to deal with the problems. 2. Banks are not likely to get offended by a low offer and will look at your offer analytically, not emotionally. For this reason, banks are often willing to drop their price fast to get the property sold and off their books. [2015] - Brandon Turner

Assets in a TFSA grow tax-free indefinitely, and no tax is payable when you eventually make withdrawals. It makes good sense to keep assets with the highest growth potential in a TFSA to take full advantage of this tax shelter: in other words, fill up your TFSA with stocks and keep low-growth assets, such as bonds and GICs, in other account types. [2021] - Dan Bortolotti

Eating kiwifruit has prebiotic effects that shape beneficial gut bacteria and lower inflammation. [2019] - William W Li

Potatoes are extremely nutritious, high in potassium as well as in protein and easily digestible (much more so than rice). Tomatoes are also valuable as they contain vitamins and minerals, including lycopene-a powerful antioxidant that has been extensively researched in recent years and is reputed to boost immune competence. Other vegetables belonging to the nightshade family, such as green peppers and eggplants, are also used and have never shown any toxic effects. [2013] - Charlotte Gerson