If you are planning to invest in a mutual fund, then the better way to do is through an SIP (systematic investment plan) instead of lumpsum. An SIP can help you average out the cost of acquisition of mutual fund units, thus maximising your chances of earning higher returns. There are some investors, meanwhile, who … Read more
As a taxpayer, it is important to make investment before March 31 to be able to claim tax exemption. Although taxpayers will be unable to claim tax benefits for their investments if they opted for the new tax regime. However, in the old tax regime, taxpayers can still claim tax exemption so long as investment … Read more
Receiving an inheritance can be complex, especially if it involves cross-border transfers. Diya (name changed), a 60-year-old woman, found herself in a difficult situation when her father passed away in February 2023. She had dual US and Norway citizenship and an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card, and had been living in Norway with her … Read more
Google Pay starts levying convenience fee on payments made via credit and debit card for utilities such as cooking gas and electricity, reported Economic Times. This used to be free earlier. The fees are subject to Goods and Services Tax and amount to 0.5% to 1% of transaction value. This move by Google Pay was … Read more
Have you recently received a lumpsum payment in the form of an annual bonus from the employer, variable pay, maturity amount from an investment, etc? Are you thinking of using it to close your personal loan? In this article, we will discuss what personal loan pre-closure is, its types, its benefits, and what factors you … Read more
Personal loans remain a popular tool for Indians to get money in a hurry for a variety of purposes, from medical emergencies to renovating homes. With several banks and financial institutions fighting with one another, it is necessary for an individual to be aware of the prevailing situation of interest rates and terms of lending … Read more
The government is contemplating rolling out a system to route and settle interest subsidies on education loans through digital currency wallets, Economic Times reported quoting bank executives aware of this. A system is being worked out to integrate the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-based subsidy system with the Unified Portal for Education Loan, one of the executives … Read more
Credit card frauds are on the rise in India, and most of them are happening through internet transactions. Rapid digitalization of payment services is also a crucial factor facilitating: credit card scams, loss of funds and identity thefts through numerous fraudulent transactions. There are some legal rights of the Indian citizens to protect them from … Read more
ITR filing 2025: The decision between the old and new tax regimes hinges on thoroughly understanding the available benefits. While the new tax regime is often characterised by its simplified slabs and lower rates, it doesn’t entirely eliminate opportunities for tax planning. By examining the remaining provisions, such as the standard deduction, NPS contributions, and … Read more
India has the highest population of all the countries in the world. India also is the fastest growing economy among all the major economies. It is common knowledge that humans are the real capital of any civilization. Also Read | How can building credit history in your 20s set you up for financial success? Further, … Read more