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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.

Why your tolerance for tipping may be slipping
The New York Times on the increasing pressure people face to pay big tips not only at restaurants, but also stores and cafes. We're talking here about those buttons with default tips of 20 or 25 per cent and more.

The bigger your pension, the longer your life
The Telegraph in the UK reports on a link between the size of someone's pension and their life expectancy.

How to lose money the right way
Tips from the investing greats on how to minimize the damage of those inevitable bad investment choices.

Five questions to ask a financial adviser
A checklist to use when you're talking to an adviser you're thinking of hiring. Plan to interview a few to find the right fit.

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