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The best of the web on money, markets and all things financial, as chosen daily by Globe and Mail personal finance columnist Rob Carrick.
Is Stephen Poloz really that calm about housing?
The Bank of Canada governor has been saying soothing things about the housing market. A Canadian Business columnist asks if he really believes what he's saying, or is he just trying not to freak people out?
Amazing stuff you can do with aluminum foil
Scrub dishes, sharpen scissors, eliminate static cling in the dryer and more.
What matters in dividend investing
A blogger who specializes in dividend growth offers an opinion on the most important metric for dividend investors to focus on.
How to travel for less
If you're planning summer travel, check out this website for tips on getting the most from loyalty programs and more.
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