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The magic of step-up SIPs in long term wealth creation
Debunking the thumb rules in personal finance
These anecdotes defy the conventional thumb rules in personal finance. Personal finance is not rocket science but has its own nuanced layers. Every person’s life
Do Gold ETFs offer an advantage over Gold mutual funds post Budget 2024?
The 2024 Union Budget unveiled some good news for gold investors. All long-term capital gains on gold mutual funds and gold ETFs will be taxed
How should investors respond to the Budget 2024?
Over the past few days post-Budget 2024, experts, media, investors have all been scrambling to understand the implications of Budget 2024. Different opinions, narratives also
Key takeaways of the Budget 2024-25 on personal investing
Further the standard deduction has been increased from Rs.50,000 to Rs.75,000 under the new tax regime. The tax rebate under section 87A also remains i.e.,
Why PPF vs ELSS is a stupid comparison
If a cyclist and a motorist run a race, who do you think will win? The answer is a no brainer. One is a human
Insurers cannot promote ULIPS as a pure investment product
Mis-selling has been the bane of life insurance sector. Instead of protection cover, the emphasis has always been more on investment returns while promoting life
How did the different indices fare on election result day?
Based on the eventful election result day this week, I have compiled the performance data of different indices. Here are some interesting insights.
How to stay rational in the stock markets when consumed by recency bias?
Few months back, a client told me to expedite his STP (systematic transfer plan) duration from debt to equity which I had set for 6
The invisible money going from an Investor’s pocket
Most financial products bought by customers are through intermediaries and the former pays a commission for the service availed. But the customer does not pay
Recent changes you should know in your health insurance policy from April 2024:
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has notified a few changes in health policy regulations which have come into effect from the
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