Navigating Your Finances: DIY vs. Financial Advisor

Navigating Your Finances: DIY vs. Financial Advisor

Embarking on an exciting yet often intimidating journey of investing can feel like stepping into a web of possibilities. Whether you’re planning to invest 5,000 to 10,000 rupees per month or put your existing portfolio on a strategic path, the crucial decision between navigating this journey alone or taking the aid of a seasoned financial advisor looms large. In this blog, we delve into this decision-making process, aiming to equip you with the clarity necessary to plan a course aligned with your unique financial aspirations. While the allure of self-directed investing may hold a certain appeal, we shed light on …

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Interim Budget 2024 – How Does It Affect You

Interim Budget 2024 - How Does It Affect You

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman presented the Interim Budget on 1st February 2024. Overall, the interim budget portrays a calm and controlled outlook focusing on stability & continuation of previous policies. However, there are some key announcements in the interim Budget 2024 that set the tone for the development of the country in FY 25. Budget & The Common Man: The interim budget 2024 gave no rude shock to the common man. No changes in the income tax slab. With the Lakhpati Didi scheme, the govt. It is all set to empower 3 cr rural women through Self Help Groups. The …

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What Are Exit Loads In Mutual Funds, and Why Should You Care?

What Are Exit Loads In Mutual Funds, and Why Should You Care?

Mutual funds are one of the most popular modes of investment. The charges associated with mutual funds are actually reasonably low. However, investors must keep the limited charges in mind while calculating the expected returns from a mutual fund. Exit load is one such charge that’s associated with mutual funds. Different mutual funds have different criteria based on which they set the exit load charge. In this article, we will learn about what exit loads in mutual funds are, how they are charged and how they affect the actual return from mutual funds. Let’s begin.   What Are Mutual Fund …

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The Power of Goal-Based Investing

The Power of Goal-Based Investing

Imagine sailing a boat without a destination in mind or a compass. Would you feel lost or unsure of where to turn or when to stop? Without a guide and proper direction, you would eventually end up nowhere, sailing endlessly for days. Your financial journey is not very different. Your financial journey benefits from having a clear destination which is where goal-based investing comes into play. In this blog we will discuss how goal-based investing can help you in various ways. Goals are tied to your personal circumstances and lifestyle. Defining goals can help you outline what you aspire for …

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Set-off & Capital Loss Carry Forward To Save Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide

Set-off & Capital Loss Carry Forward To Save Taxes: A Comprehensive Guide

As we gear up for 2024-25, it’s important that you know how you can utilise your losses in the best possible manner to save on taxes. The Indian Income Tax Act of 1961 has rules that let you reduce your tax liability by setting off losses against gains and carrying them forward strategically. In this guide, we’ll break down the details in an easy-to-understand way to help you make smart tax decisions. Understanding Different Incomes The Income Tax Act divides income into various sections. Whether it’s your salary, earnings from a property, business profits, gains from selling something (like a …

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Saving Money, Building Dreams: Practical Tips for Setting Financial Goals For a Prosperous Future

Saving Money, Building Dreams: Practical Tips for Setting Financial Goals For a Prosperous Future

In the bustling city of Kolkata, where life moved at a frenetic pace, there lived a young couple, Rahul and Priya. Both were ambitious professionals with dreams of a secure and prosperous future. However, despite their promising careers, they found themselves struggling to make ends meet at the end of each month. They found the paycheck disappearing faster than anticipated, leaving little room for savings or investment. It was a classic tale of living for the moment without having set any financial goals or even considering the future consequences. One day, as they were sipping chai at a local gumti, …

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Financial Planning Tips For a Truly Prosperous 2024

Financial Planning Tips For a Truly Prosperous 2024

It’s 2024! It seems like we have seen everything – from the pandemic to inflation and recession. From a financial point of view, the journey seems like a roller coaster ride. So, how should you approach 2024 in terms of financial planning so that it doesn’t feel like another bumpy ride? You can follow some financial management best practices to make your financial life in 2024 smoother – with minimal hiccups. In this blog post, let’s talk about six financial planning tips for 2024 that would make the new year a watershed year for your financial well-being. But before we …

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Should I invest in Stocks Directly or Via Mutual Funds?

Should I invest in Stocks Directly or Via Mutual Funds?

Navigating the investment landscape can be a daunting task. Where should I invest? And let’s say you have narrowed it down to equity. But a choice is to be made– should I buy stocks directly or just SIP it via Mutual funds? With all the stories on social media (true or otherwise) around exponential returns from stocks, one may be tempted to go the direct stock route, or those who have resonated with the “Mutual funds sahi hai” may favor the MF route. But what is the right way to invest? In this blog, we delve into the key considerations …

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Navigating the Peaks: What to Do When Markets Hit All-Time High

Navigating the Peaks: What to Do When Markets Hit All-Time High

As of writing this article, Nifty has breached the 21,000 mark while the Sensex is hovering around 70,432. The Indian stock market is at an all-time high! And this is when questions start arising in the minds of investors – Is it the right time to book profits? Should I invest more? Should I wait for a correction to invest more? And then there are regrets– I should have invested more. If I had invested in this stock, I would be sitting with a lot of gains. Of course, regrets may be the perfect recipe for all the wrong things …

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Mistakes To Avoid While Investing In Mutual Funds

Mistakes To Avoid While Investing In Mutual Funds

Janet Jackson has a memorable quote that states, “In complete darkness we are all the same, it is only our knowledge and wisdom that separates us, don’t let your eyes deceive you” It is becoming increasingly common for us to be lured into investing in stocks, mutual funds with expert comments and promises of unrealistic returns through print media and other social media. You’ll always have a mix of contradictory opinions and suggestions going on at once. It is better to have your relevant research to form your own decision based on the information you will gather from all the …

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