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Matt Sayles

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

Moguls With Their Pants Down

Has Warren Buffett's halo been tarnished by the sudden resignation of his hand-picked heir apparent?

Here's an item about claims by a Microsoft co-founder that he was swindled by Bill Gates.

Gifts For Grads

Seven useful gifts for graduates from college and university.

Household Hint$

Dozens of money-saving home remedies - rub half a lime on your forehead to cure a headache, freeze candles to make them last longer and use Bounce sheets to repel mosquitoes, ants and mice. No warranty on these suggestions.

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