Quotes of the Day

Canadian equity index funds are generally cheaper than international equity funds, often by as much as 0.20%. Dividends on Canadian stocks are also taxed more favourably than those of international stocks, especially for people with lower incomes. This holds true even if you're investing in a RRSP or a TFSA: that's because US and international dividends may be subject to foreign withholding taxes even in these sheltered accounts. In most cases, if Canadian, US and international stocks all deliver the same returns before fees and taxes, Canadian stocks will come out ahead after these costs. [2021] - Dan Bortolotti

Fall in love with the deal, not the property. [2001] - Dolf de Roos

Private investors who are buying less than 1,000 ounces of gold should steer clear of 100-ounce gold bars. Also avoid smaller bars, such as one-ounce (or smaller) bars produced by private mints or refiners. Lastly, never buy privately minted gold bullion rounds. [2009] - James DiGeorgia

When they say to you, "Let me think it over," they are announcing to you that the interview is over and that you have lost your entire investment of time and energy in this prospect. [2004] - Brian Tracy

Wholesaling is one of the most difficult real estate "jobs", because you have to be great at almost every aspect of the transaction (marketing, analyzing, communication, sales, negotiation, etc.). However, if you are able to connect with a great wholesaler, you truly can get hot deals delivered straight to your inbox. To find wholesalers: Call the numbers you see on those ugly "bandit signs" on the side of the road; Go to every real estate club in your area; Create a Marketplace posting on BiggerPockets; Train your own wholesaler on how to find you deals! [2015] - Brandon Turner