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PPF Return Beats Bank FDs' Over Long Term
PPF is among the safest investments.
2 min |
December 2025
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Freehold vs Leasehold Property
When you buy a house, you automatically assume that you get complete ownership, permanently. But that's not entirely true.
1 min |
December 2025
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It Is Safer To Check Insurance Policy Brochure Yourself
I am confused about choosing the right insurance, whether it's health, life, or vehicle.
2 min |
December 2025
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Turn Retirement From Vague Dream Into Funded Plan
Move beyond I will manage someday to clear goals buckets and mutual fund powered income
2 min |
December 2025
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Should You Invest In SIFS?
Savvy investors are looking for smarter investment strategies, better asset allocation, and products that can balance portfolio growth with stability. Do specialised investment funds (SIFS) fit the bill?
5 min |
December 2025
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All Weather Investing With SIPs And Multi Asset Funds
Combine SIP discipline with multi asset funds so volatility softens while long term compounding continues
2 min |
December 2025
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Protect Your Ride
Specialised adventure travel plans typically cover injuries, equipment damage, and other situations arising from high-risk activities. But keep in mind the exclusions and limitations. Sometimes, an adventure rider with a standard travel insurance may work better
5 min |
December 2025
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How Small SIPs Quietly Build Serious Money
Turn monthly investments into a disciplined habit that quietly compounds into long term financial freedom
2 min |
December 2025
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Is Silver The New Gold?
Silver, an asset once considered gold's quieter cousin is now commanding investor's attention, given its extraordinary rally this year, with prices soaring to multi-year highs and shattering previous records. But does it make sense to add a touch of silver shine to your portfolio now?
7 min |
November 2025
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NPS MSF Schemes: More Choice Or More Confusion?
The launch of shorter-term schemes under the Multiple Scheme Framework (MSF) of the National Pension System (NPS) has given more choice to investors, but will that breed confusion and are these schemes fit for consistent long-term savings?
5 min |
November 2025
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Is Silver The New Gold?
Silver, an asset once considered gold's quieter cousin is now commanding investor's attention, given its extraordinary rally this year, with prices soaring to multi-year highs and shattering previous records. But does it make sense to add a touch of silver shine to your portfolio now?
7 min |
November 2025
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Invest with the Rhythm of the Market
Let professionals rotate sectors as cycles turn while you stay invested steadily.
2 min |
November 2025
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Stop Worshipping Sips And Start Using Them For Goals Now
Set an amount, automate increases, ignore noise, stick to horizons, review annually.
2 min |
November 2025
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Build Wealth That Survives Cycles With Ruthless Asset Allocation Discipline
Hold equity, debt and gold in balance and rebalance when valuations stretch.
3 min |
November 2025
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Gold As An Investment Not Ornament
Festive buying meets modern investing as the panel explains gold ETFs, costs, risks and mindset needed to make gold work.
1 min |
November 2025
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How To Handle A Cashless Health Claim
With many hospitals suspending cashless health insurance option, here's how to manage your temporary cash requirement and claim for a reimbursement from your insurer later
5 min |
November 2025
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Invest In Gold And Silver MFs And ETFs For Tax Efficiency
I recently retired with a Provident Fund of ₹70 lakh and equity and mutual fund investments of around ₹60 lakh. I plan to sell my house for ₹60 lakh and buy a smaller apartment for ₹30 lakh.
2 min |
November 2025
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'We Want That Even Before You Buy A Mutual Fund, You Should Be In NPS'
Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) chairperson S. Ramann, in an interview with Outlook Money Editor Nidhi Sinha as part of the Wealth Wizards series, talks about how the National Pension System (NPS) is moving from catering to the government sector to the non-government sector, why the regulator is focusing on larger distribution through new Multiple Scheme Framework (MSF) products, why it's important to have more choice in pension products and how NPS is turning into an end-to-end product.
8 min |
November 2025
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The Silent Threat: Why Being Underinsured Could Be Your Biggest Financial Mistake
In today's unpredictable world, we've learned a hard truth — life can change in a heartbeat. From the COVID-19 pandemic to rising lifestyle diseases and sudden unprecedented life event, uncertainties are everywhere.
2 min |
November 2025
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Make A Plan Now So Your Kids' Dreams Stay Affordable
Set dates and amounts and let compounding quietly do more for you.
2 min |
November 2025
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Maharashtra Charts Dual Path: Agri-Tourism and Adventure Tourism to Drive Growth
Maharashtra's dual tourism policies empower farmers and adventure operators, providing financial incentives, training, and growth opportunities for businesses
3 min |
November 2025
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The Benefit of Having One SIP Per Goal
For goals that are to be fulfilled within five years, use debt funds, and for life goals that are years away, let equity work quietly over the long term
2 min |
November 2025
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Health Plan: Material Change Clause
The 'material change' clause in health insurance policies has recently become a source of confusion among policyholders. The provision says that individuals should inform insurers of any significant developments regarding health conditions or any new illnesses after purchasing the policy. Many policyholders fear that such a disclosure will automatically mean a hike in premiums or a reduction in coverage.
1 min |
November 2025
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Where Themes Truly Make Money And Where Not
Use themes to meet goals, diversify with SIPs, rebalance on valuations, and ignore market noise.
2 min |
November 2025
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It's Just You And Me
Rising healthcare and education costs, ideological choices, and the need for freedom and flexibility are leading several couples to not have children. There's no right or wrong there, but the ones who are confused about it need to think carefully
6 min |
November 2025
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Money Math In Marriage
Couples typically do not discuss money before marriage. Matters related to prior debt, future responsibilities or expenses could create lack of trust, even leading to a divorce
4 min |
November 2025
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Are You Spending Too Much On School Fees?
Rising cost of education is affecting not just school fees, but also higher education. Instead of putting it all in a good school, strike a balance to ensure your future goals, such as children's higher education and your retirement planning do not get jeopardised
7 min |
November 2025
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IS REAL MONEY GAMING BAN THE Endgame?
Real money games didn't just ruin several lives financially but also had a deep psychological impact on the gamers, which the recent online gaming ban stopped in its tracks, but there are others who rue the ban, warning of job losses and the rise of black market apps. What's the endgame?
10+ min |
November 2025
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Is US Still The Dream Destination For Indian Students?
The recent hike in H-1B visa fee has forced many Indian students to rethink their decisions to study and work in the US and look at alternative destinations, such as Europe and Australia. However, skilled students, may not have much to worry
5 min |
November 2025
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Gold vs Real Estate: What You Should Know
Both gold and real estate have long been preferred investment choices for Indians. They hold sentimental value, too. We compare the two and assess if one or both assets can complete your portfolio
7 min |