Carrick reads: How to avoid going into a nursing home

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 you avoid going into a nursing home
You stay at home, with help. Here's a primer from the New York Times.

What the average investor should do
Jason Zweig, the respected investment columnist for The Wall Street Journal, is interviewed in this podcast by Shane Parrish of the Farnham Street blog. Topics covered include his new book, The Devil's Financial Dictionary, and some ideas for the average investor.

Three money-saving travel tips
Thoughts on luggage, car rental deals and more.

Now, check out these nine airline freebies you may not know about.

Is his two-ETF portfolio too simple?
A blogger presents an investment portfolio built on just two exchange-traded funds.

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