If you frequently travel abroad to different countries, having a forex card in the wallet can be quite useful. HDFC Bank offers various forex cards under the HDFC Bank ForexPlus cards range. Currently, HDFC Bank is running a limited-time offer that gives 5X reward points on loading or reloading the ForexPlus cards with specified credit … Read more
In today’s consumer-driven world, buying electronic gadgets and more has become much easier with attractive EMI (Equated Monthly Instalment) options. EMI options have given consumers the flexibility to make high-value purchases without immediate full payment, enabling better financial management. Among the various EMI options available, no-cost EMI stands out as an attractive choice for many. … Read more
Despite taking both life and health insurance policies, policyholders are suggested to opt for a critical illness rider. This is because it helps policyholders manage their finances well in case of an eventuality. Those who are not aware, a critical illness rider is attached to the life insurance policy and provides financial protection against life-threatening critical illnesses. This … Read more
As India goes digital in payments, virtual credit cards are being touted as a secure and convenient substitute for the trustworthy much used older cards. These credit cards make the process of payment more seamless and easier for users and ensure that the entire transaction remains secure, digital and swift. Still, are they actually safer? … Read more
At the time of opening a fixed deposit (FD), it is advisable to compare the interest rates offered by different banks. Importantly, some banks have started to slash their rates in the wake of RBI cutting benchmark repo rate after nearly five-year hiatus. Even a tiny difference – say of 50 basis points– can lead … Read more
A personal loan is quite different from other variants of loans. Unlike other loans such as a house loan or a car loan, a personal loan is an unsecured loan. Rate of interest charged on personal loan is usually higher than that of other loans and it does not require a collateral from the borrower. Key … Read more
It may be quite disappointing for credit card users to reach the airport terminal only to be turned away at the last minute. Sometimes, it is the wrong terminal while on other occasions, you have run out of maximum limits. There could be an occasion that the facility was meant for primary card holders and the … Read more
Usually when a personal loan is disbursed, the loan seeker is free to use the money for anything s/he wishes to. Unlike home loan repayment, personal loan borrowers are not given any income tax benefit. However, this rule is subject to certain exceptions. One can claim income tax benefits on interest paid when the personal loan proceeds … Read more
Credit card spends earn you a good number of reward points, especially if it is in low-risk consumption categories such as grocery, utility bills, apparel, restaurant, supermarkets, telecom and entertainment. But can you use the reward points to make direct payments at merchant outlets and e-commerce platforms? Several leading card issuing banks have their own … Read more
Unlike a soft inquiry which is carried out when you check your credit score, a hard inquiry happens when you apply for a loan. This leads to an adverse impact on your credit score, albeit temporarily. It is for this reason that it borrowers are recommended to apply for multiple loans within a short span … Read more