Congratulations! on taking the first step towards a happy family life. Here are few financial tips that you should keep in mind once you get back from your honeymoon. First and foremost get a marriage certificate made if it was not a court registered marriage. Optional: Change the wife’s name on all legal documents including […]
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Are you a Ant or Grasshopper
Remember the story of the ant and the grasshopper? The ant worked hard all summer, gathering wheat grains to store for winter. And the grasshopper? He just hopped around, enjoying the sunshine and laughing at that sweaty ant. Well, once winter hit, the grasshopper wasn’t laughing, but was cold and miserable and hungry. And the […]
Delays are costly in retirement planning
Whether or not you make other New Year resolutions, here is one you should make. Don’t postpone savings or investments. The new urban lifestyle has made people more prone to spending than to saving or investing. With India Inc prospering and young professionals getting handsome packages, people today are financially independent at a younger age. […]
Income tax tips for Rs. 200,001 to 1,000,000 slab
Individuals falling in the high income group often miss out on some of the lesser known tax planning strategies which could substantially reduce their tax liability. (1) Gift or Loan to Major Children – Avoid investing the amount in your own name as it will attract tax, rather gift the surplus to your major children. […]
The Importance of Having a Financial Plan
In today’s uncertain economy, financial planning has become increasingly important. With an overwhelming number of options for saving and investing, managing your finances can be difficult. Creating a financial plan helps you see the big picture and set long and short-term life goals, a crucial step in mapping out your financial future. When you have […]
Magic of LIC as tax-saving tool! Why should one invest in LIC than Fixed deposit?
There are dangers of comparing financial products because each product is designed for different purpose and needs. But comparisons are tools to help us arrive at decisions that account for our needs and suitability. We often hear how life insurance products give low returns compared to other products and it is partly true. However after […]