Quotes of the Day

Each time a lender sues for foreclosure, the country clerk where the property is located files that suit in the public records. Local newspapers or specialty newsletters often publish the borrowers' names and addresses. You can also go to the county courthouse. Some counties make it easy to find pending foreclosures; others make you search. Either way, the information is always available to the public. [2003] - Gary W. Eldred

Most whitening products contain peroxide as the main ingredient. The problem with peroxide is created by something called a hydroxyl-free radical, a by-product of bleaching that causes damage to the gum--damage that may be permanent. In addition, many whitening toothpastes contain abrasive polishing agents to remove some of the surface layer of your tooth, the part most often stained. But remember, this layer offers your tooth the most protection from infection and a barrier to make teeth less sensitive. I consider that a very well-known brand of whitening mouth rinse should be considered a co-carcinogen and that using the product may increase your risk for oral cancer. Stay clear of products that claim to whiten teeth. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

Gum recession can cause pain and tooth sensitivity, but it's not an indicator of poor mouth health. In fact, recession often occurs in healthy mouths from overuse of the wrong kinds of products (like baking soda, whitening pastes, or peroxide) or an excessive amount of flossing. Filling the erosion grooves in enamel is often a recommendation. This type of filling on the sides of teeth is called a Class V (five) filling, and they often fail and need constant replacement-which risks the health and vitality of these teeth. Ask your dentist why he/she recommends the filling of these eroded areas, and maybe discuss what he/she thinks about the idea of a delay in treatment. [2025] - Ellie Phillips

Before using a court bailiff to evict you from your rental unit your landlord must do all of the following: 1) Serve you with a copy of the Order of Possession; 2) Wait for the 2-day review period to expire. (note: if you file an application for review during the 2-day review period, the RTB might put the Order of Possession on hold until your review application is decided. If that happens, your landlord has to wait until the review is decided, before moving on to the next step.); 3) Take the Order of Possession down to the BC Supreme Court Registry, and get a Writ of Possession from the Court (a very quick process); 4) Once the Writ of Possession is issued, hire a court-appointed bailiff to evict you. [2015] - Kris Anderson

Graphics or photos of people are particularly effective. [2007] - Chet Holmes