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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.

Love hurts – just ask your wallet
This infographic pegs the cost of dating, engagement and marriage at $45,151.88, up about 3 per cent from last year.

How can you bring that astronomical cost down? A cheap wedding is one option. Another is to skip the wedding and just shack up.

Five suggestions for a frugal Valentine's Day. I love #1 – pick another day to go out and celebrate.

How paying off debt beats investing
Some well thought out arguments for paying down debt and then investing.

Ways to save on credit card fees when travelling
Most credit cards charge a 2.5 per cent currency conversion fee when you buy goods in U.S. dollars and other foreign currencies. Here are some ideas on how to avoid this cost.

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