You may not like the idea of putting money into a home when you're moving out. But it's demanded by the market. You need to show it off. You don't have to rip out the kitchen and bathroom. But maybe replace the tiles or the countertops. Get professional advice.

When you're in business, if you have some sort of gimmick it's a huge advantage.

My husband had a very strong identity and was successful in his life. Thank God for that. There's no way I can control him. I wouldn't stay married to him if I felt I could. I can readily take my business personality into the home. But he forces me to be a partner rather than the boss.

I've never had a really creative idea sitting at my desk. All the big ideas that made a difference happened when I was playing outside.

I'm never in control of my time during the workday.

No loan is free. The costs are in your loan somewhere, maybe rolled into the amount to be refinanced or even coming at a higher interest rate.

Taking chances almost always makes for happy endings.