Homebuying - get over it

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

Homebuying: Get over it
A look at how we Canadians came to be such big believers in the benefits of owning a home.

Rules to invest by
A list of very useful rules of investing from Peter Lynch, a widely respected ex-mutual fund manager in the United States.

Money in a pinch
This infographic looks at how many people could quickly come up with $2,000 to cover an emergency without relying on some form of debt (let's just say a small minority could do this).

New travel reward options
The Rewards Canada blog takes a first look at the new co-branded Scotiabank American Express travel rewards cards.

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