Most promising real estate hotspot in Pune
In the second part of this series that identifies fastest emerging real estate hotspots in India, Estatelister.com explains why Kharadi, close to Pune Airport in Maharashtra, is emerging as a new investment hub.

How to stop financial leaks and save more
Invest the amount you BURN every month on smoking cigarettes, drinking alcohol and eating out at luxury hotels according to this plan. The end result: Better health and higher savings.

Treat stock market falls like discounts. SIP on every dip
When markets crash it is indeed time to be cautious. But here's why and how buying makes sense at such times.

Investing: 6 things you wish should happen in 2012
The first month of the New Year began with a bang for the stock markets. Here are six other things we wish should improve for investors, borrowers and savers as we go ahead.

A roadmap for smart investors in 2012
Should investors buy stocks, debt, gold and real estate in 2012 after a forgettable 2011? Read this to find out.

Buying real estate at property fairs? Beware!
Here's what you must watch out for while inquiring about real estate deals at property exhibitions.

Have a bad credit history? Here's a loan just for YOU!
Just because you have some blemishes on your credit score card or an uneven income stream shouldn't disqualify you from getting a personal loan.

4 reasons CONSUMERS should look forward to 2012
Here is a quick go-through of the four biggest decisions on consumer rights in the year 2011 that augur well for them in 2012.

How to make good use of your annual bonus
A list of financially prudent things (in the order of priority) that you can do with your annual bonus.

Financial planner vs adviser: Know the difference!
There is a real confusion among investors over who a financial planner is and who an investment advisor is. These terms are used very loosely, so it is necessary that one understands the function of each of these professionals and approach the right people.

4 reasons why India is a good country for education loans
Last year the Indian government came up with many proposals for modifications in the existing education loan system. These proposals are helping students seek education loans on better terms.

Tax benefits under Sec 80C, 80CCF, 80D, 80G and 80E
There's more to tax0-saving than just Section 80C. The other sections mentioned here too offer good tax deductions to taxpayers.

How to prevent cheque frauds
Even in this electronic age cheques are still the preferred mode of payment and banking transactions. Naturally, cheque frauds are rising too. But you can easily prevent them.

How to make your money work hard and earn good returns
Asset allocation, is actually both an art and a science. Here's how to make the most out of your asset allocations to various sectors.

Organise your financial life, keep a record online
People may make right financial decisions but unless backed by efficient record keeping, the task is only half done. The importance of effective record keeping cannot be undermined. Here are a few tips to help keep your financial records in order.

Why you must invest in ELSS funds
Find out why equity linked savings scheme is the best investment option for tax savers, why it is a favourite of tax-savers, what factors you must to consider while investing in ELSS mutual funds and how to choose them.

5 reasons you shouldn't invest along the Yamuna Expressway
In the second part of the series on real estate investments in and around various hotspots in India we take a look at the Yamuna Expressway. Estatelister.com gives five reasons why the Yamuna Expressway will not turn out to be a multi-bagger in the next five years.

Savings rate war: Don't switch your bank
With a slew of banks alluring customers with 6 to 7 per cent annual return -- instead of the staid 3 to 4 per cent -- on savings account deposits, customers are confused if they should switch their account to these banks. Salil Dhawan of Investment-mantra suggests you should not.

Pay insurance premium smartly and save extra money
Paying the insurance premium annually under this strategy will provide Rs 1 lakh extra by the time your policy matures.

5 financial blunders to avoid and become richer in 2012
Most investors sell in panic, act like a trader, don't understand the difference between price of a stock and its value, are not consistent in their investment strategy and deviate from their asset allocations that leads to wealth destruction, writes Ramalingam K.

Studying abroad? Why you MUST insure your education loan
While the murder of an Indian student in UK in December 2011 can never be condoned the incident brings to forefront as to why Indians going abroad for expensive higher education must insure their education loan.

Most promising real estate hotspot in Navi Mumbai
Here's a series that will help you understand the factors responsible for why some areas in India are fast emerging as real estate hotspots and help you make informed choices while investing in real estate.

A dummy's guide to understanding insurance riders
A brief evaluation of what insurance riders are actually about and which one of them could be most appropriate for you.

4 reasons why a FALLING rupee means EXPENSIVE homes
While high interest rates, huge inventory of unsold stock is making one feel the prices of homes would come down, a fall in the Indian rupee over the past four months is making your dream homes expensive. Here's how.

Buying insurance ONLINE? A must-read 7-point CHECKLIST
Do you think that buying term insurance online is a headache one must avoid? This 7-point checklist will help ease your anxiety.