Private banks and start-ups offer instant loans on apps as well as through ATMs.
If you receive an email claiming to be from the income tax department that there's an outstanding tax demand that you need to pay immediately, don't get alarmed. Get cautious.
Such investments come with their own share of risks and buyers may need to hold on for at least 5 to 10 years.
Don't go for family floater plans; though convenient they cost you more.
The I-T department's app is useful for those looking for information, grievance redress, and resolving PAN- or TAN-related issues.
Beware, it's not just criminals who want your data!
New ITR form may be simpler, but some changes could stump you.
It's better to inform your new employer about income earned and deduction availed with the previous one.
Monsoon delay? Claiming compensation from an airline isn't easy.
Priya Nair finds out how investors of mutual funds, shares, unclaimed bank deposits, insurance policies can redeem long-forgotten investments.
The jury is still out whether the GST will lower or increase your monthly budget, says Priya Nair.
If you are a frequent traveller, then you should opt for a multi-trip travel plan because it works out to be cheaper.
Short trips can be made to interesting places at 15-20 per cent lower prices.
You can exit Ulips after five years.
Priya Nair tells you how you can use technology to invest better and maximise returns.
A salaried individual needs to file returns as a business owner if s/he has a high turnover while trading in stocks or futures & options, reveals Tinesh Bhasin.
Be cautious when purchasing from little-known Web sites.
UTI Mutual Fund has launched UTI-FAMILY (that allows investors to buy mutual fund units in their name, but the returns go straight to a parent's bank account.
'Small investors usually rely on tips or recommendations from a friend for stock picking.' 'These platforms offer them unbiased research for making their investment decisions.'
'Many of those who invested in NCD issues are those who traditionally put their money in fixed deposits...'