Student loan for studying abroad: Is it worth it? Here’s what you need to know | Mint

As of late 2024, over 1.33 million students are pursuing higher education abroad according to the recent report published by PTI. This is a considerable increase from past years, this fact was presented before the Indian parliament some time ago. It highlights the growing trend of Indian students pursuing higher educational prospects abroad. This takes … Read more

Does a loan rejection hurt your credit score? Here’s what you should know | Mint

Applying for a loan is a significant financial choice, and it is crucial to be aware of how it will impact your credit score. Borrowers are often concerned about whether a loan denial will damage their credit worthiness, and to protect and improve your financial well-being, this article examines the links between applying for a … Read more

Coming soon: Mediclaim cashless approval in an hour; claim settlement in 3 hours

The Centre is planning to make it mandatory for health insurance companies to approve cashless authorization requests within an hour, and final claim settlement requests within three hours, according to two people close to the development. Alongside, a professional agency may be hired to design standardized insurance claim and application forms that are easy to … Read more

These are the 5 mistakes you should avoid to maintain a high credit score | Mint

Having an impressive credit score is vital to be able to raise a loan at a convenient rate of interest. Someone with a high credit score can easily pull off a better deal in terms of low rates of interest and a higher loan amount.  On the other hand, someone with a poor credit score … Read more

Personal loans: Why should you avoid taking loan for travel and luxury? | Mint

When you are short of funds, you could have a temptation to borrow money. And it is perfectly alright to borrow when the interest rate and the reason to borrow are ‘right’. But what if you intend to borrow for something as avoidable as going on a vacation or for buying a luxury item. This … Read more

Voluntary Provident Fund offers high interest rates. But withdrawals are a pain.

Fixed returns are appealing, especially when the rate is higher than that of a fixed deposit (FD). Salaried employees get this from their employee provident fund (EPF), which tends to have a higher rate than FDs, but the interest rate is revised every year (it was fixed at 8.25% for FY25). Employees contribute 12% of … Read more

Personal loan liability after death: Legal rules, steps and family rights explained | Mint

When an individual who has a loan on him passes away with an outstanding amount, it raises several critical questions about the repayment of such debt along with the future course of responsibility for clearing the pending amount. That is why understanding the financial and legal consequences about debt repayment post the demise of an … Read more

Personal loan restructuring vs loan settlement: Which option is best for you? | Mint

Personal loan indebtedness can prove to be difficult to manage, particularly when one is financially distressed. Borrowers tend to turn to two options: loan restructuring and loan settlement. Both seek to bring an end to agony, but making decisions that are in your best interest regarding your financial well-being is based on being aware of … Read more

Lower EMIs ahead? Bank of India cuts home loan interest rates to 7.90 per cent | Mint

Bank of India has announced to cut its home loan interest rates, offering relief to new as well as existing borrowers. With this change, the home loan rate stands reduced from 8.10 per cent per annum to 7.90 per cent per annum based on their credit score. This move is aimed at making home ownership … Read more

No loans, no problem: 5 proven ways to raise your credit score without debt | Mint

In India sustaining a high credit score is extremely important for applying for loans, credit cards and other credit instruments. A high credit score ensures that you are able to secure a loan at favorable interest rates and keep your financial security intact. Now, debt such as personal loans and credit cards also helps build … Read more