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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.

How retailers jerk your chain
This video shows a few tricks used by retailers to get you to spend more.

Should parents pay for college?
Thoughts on all sides of the argument over whether parents should foot the bill for their kids' post-secondary education.

Millenials weak on debt management
This report shows 20-somethings in the United States aren't managing their debts very well. They're too prone to making late payments, which can damage their credit ratings.

The problem with online grocery shopping
A blogger with a busy life tries shopping for groceries over the internet. She likes the convenience and thinks the fees are OK. The problems include getting her bananas just the way she likes them.

Canada's Best Brokers
See who takes top spot in the 15th annual Globe and Mail online brokerage survey.

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