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Some home owners near the River City Community Centre in Sarnia, Ont. were concerned that a shelter in their neighbourhood would lead to an increase petty crimes.Glenn Lowson/The Globe and Mail

The best of the web on money, markets and all things financial, as chosen daily by Globe and Mail personal finance columnist Rob Carrick.

How to make Toronto home owners cry
As part of a hidden camera stunt to draw attention to homelessness, a notice went up in the Toronto neighborhood of Leaside saying a shelter would be opening soon. According to this report, some residents were so upset they cried.

And the best credit card in Canada is…
Chosen according to the value provided over a 24-month period based on the spending of the average Canadian household, the best travel rewards and cash back cards.

Home ownership on $65,000 a year? No way
Toronto Life looks at the finances of a 32-year-old midwife in Toronto. She doesn't see herself owning a home at this time.

Need to know stuff about condo insurance
A primer on what condo insurance covers and doesn't cover.

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