Gaurav Mashruwala, Moneycontrol.Com

Stories by Gaurav Mashruwala, Moneycontrol.Com

A dosa would cost Rs 224 in 2017!

A dosa would cost Rs 224 in 2017!

Rediff.com   28 Jun 2010

Food inflation, at almost 17 per cent, along with the rise in fuel prices will be a bitter pill for consumers.

Retirement plans? A list of what all you need

Retirement plans? A list of what all you need

Rediff.com   6 Feb 2008

A great corpus is just not enough.

To retire or not to?

To retire or not to?

Rediff.com   29 Oct 2007

While all of us have those lovely visions of walking on the beach or roaming around the world, most go through a rude awakening when it actually happens. Imagine after over 35 years of working, there comes a day when there is nothing to do and that too, every single day. Most professionals cannot visualise such an eventuality.

Investing in real estate? Issues to consider

Investing in real estate? Issues to consider

Rediff.com   7 Sep 2007

You should invest in real estate, if it is fitting well within your overall investment strategy to reach your financial goals. However it is recommended to consider certain aspects before jumping into it.

A second career? Some tips

A second career? Some tips

Rediff.com   3 Sep 2007

Rising life expectancy often requires retirees to have a second career. Few tips on how to go about it.

Sensex @ 15K: How to get the best from MFs now

Sensex @ 15K: How to get the best from MFs now

Rediff.com   12 Jul 2007

The key is to concentrate on selection and maintaining the disciplined way of investing.

How to build your MF portfolio?

How to build your MF portfolio?

Rediff.com   12 Jul 2007

Building a MF portfolio is akin to building and furnishing your home. There is no model portfolio to suit everyone's needs, so you can follow a few rules to build yourself one.

How much money do you need to retire?

How much money do you need to retire?

Rediff.com   11 Jul 2007

Moral of the story: it is not your fault if you are born poor, but if you stay poor, it certainly is!

All you need to know about reverse mortgage

All you need to know about reverse mortgage

Rediff.com   9 Jul 2007

Reverse mortgage is a financial option that senior citizen homeowners aged 60 and above can explore.

Can predictions make you rich?

Can predictions make you rich?

Rediff.com   6 Jul 2007

The surest way in theory to become rich is to know tomorrow's stock prices today. The moment we master the art and science of understanding market trends, and harness our skills of accurately predicting the trends, we will start rolling in wealth.

How to pick the right mutual fund

How to pick the right mutual fund

Rediff.com   6 Jul 2007

The following discussion is an attempt to look at some of the parameters to decide how to select mutual funds for investments.

Logan, Aveo, Fiesta: Which to pick?

Logan, Aveo, Fiesta: Which to pick?

Rediff.com   5 Jul 2007

If you are confused about which car is the right one for you, then it's time to clear the air.

Indian art market valued at $350 million

Indian art market valued at $350 million

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2007

It is said that there is a $350 million-art market now in India, but that, of course, is dwarfed by the market size in China, which is higher than $1.5 billion.

Surfing his way to success

Surfing his way to success

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2007

In another five years, Reddy plans to make SurfGold, Asia's largest loyalty CRM service provider

India's H-1B visa fraud hubs

India's H-1B visa fraud hubs

Rediff.com   4 Jul 2007

Glen Keiser, consular section chief, US Consulate, Mumbai, says that Hyderabad and Bangalore are centres of H-1B visa fraud.

How to name your insurance nominee

How to name your insurance nominee

Rediff.com   30 Jun 2007

Be as clear and specific as possible to avoid ambiguity and potential conflicts.

How to win in the stock market

How to win in the stock market

Rediff.com   29 Jun 2007

Asset allocation is the scientific process of dividing all your money across various non-correlated asset classes.

7 common investment mistakes to avoid

7 common investment mistakes to avoid

Rediff.com   29 Jun 2007

Though the list can be pretty long, here are seven common mistakes people make when investing in equities and that you should stay away from.

Copying your friend's investments? Don't

Copying your friend's investments? Don't

Rediff.com   29 Jun 2007

Financial planning expert Gaurav Mashruwala warns investors against following others blindly while putting their money. Aping the herd can lead to serious financial losses, he says.

Of tax and stock market earnings

Of tax and stock market earnings

Rediff.com   29 Jun 2007

If you are a trader as per income tax rules, your earnings from share market will be taxed