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Almost every Indian understands the cultural and religious significance of Dhanteras. It is hard to miss the fact that this day is considered auspicious for buying precious metals (which today also includes cars – fair enough, an automobile is crafted mostly from metal and is typically expensive). It’s difficult to avoid this fact because shops …

Retirement should be a time to embrace leisure, pursue passions, and spend quality time with loved ones, not fret over finances. But in India, navigating the post-retirement income landscape can feel like solving a complex puzzle. Worry not, in this article, we uncover the diverse streams of monthly income you can tap into for a …

Facing the challenge of securing a personal loan with a low credit score can be a daunting task, but it’s essential to remember that it’s not an impossible feat. Your credit score, often represented by the CIBIL score, is a critical factor that lenders/banks consider when assessing your eligibility for a loan. However, there are …

India celebrates its 75th Republic Day on January 26, 2024, marking the 75th anniversary of our constitution’s establishment. Over the 75 years, we have made massive strides in various sectors. Consequently, India is one of the fastest-growing economies in the world, with a projected GDP growth rate of 6.2% in 2024.  We have a large …

Investors have pulled out of equity and equity-linked mutual fund schemes for the eighth month in a row. This, as the BSE Sensex and the NSE Nifty, have seen sustained positive performances ever since the crash of March 2020. Equity and equity-linked mutual fund investors pulled out a net Rs 10,468 crore in February following …

Unabated inflows by foreign institutional investors coupled with liquidity measures taken by the government and central bank have pulled the benchmark equity indices BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty to their all-time high levels despite the ongoing uncertainty over Covid-19 pandemic. The 30-share pack Sensex has gained 97% to 52,549-mark from the closing low of 26,674, hit …

Retirement is a major financial milestone. It’s a stage that every working individual may go through, irrespective of whether they are salaried or self-employed. You, too, may already have a specific retirement age in mind. If you are a salaried professional, the retirement age is typically 60 years. Now, with the Financial Independence, Retire Early …

In a world where financial stability often feels like an elusive dream, pursuing true financial independence stands out as a beacon of empowerment. Picture this: the ability to make decisions based on choice, not necessity, and the freedom to sculpt your life according to your aspirations. Achieving financial independence is not about amassing unimaginable wealth …

Every investment invariably comes with associated costs such as commissions, management fees, administrative expenses, and, notably, taxes. Among these, taxes often take the largest share of your investment returns.  However, there’s a silver lining: through tax-efficient investing, you can reduce your tax liabilities and boost your net earnings, whether your goal is retirement savings or …

Often it is stated that investing is simple but not easy. However, the problem is that people think it is the other way round and end up making some common mistakes. To keep investing simple, it is important to understand that one must try to avoid a few mistakes – usually avoided through common sense. …