'If you are investing in a Ulip for returns, go for a type I Ulip.' 'If you are investing for insurance cover as well, type II is better.'
'Filing a nil ITR serves as a formal declaration to the tax authorities that your earnings fell below the taxable threshold in the given financial year, and you had no tax liability during that period.'
Not filing an ITR or paying the tax dues on the deceased's behalf can lead to penal consequences.
Purchase health insurance at an early age, before you incur a disease, as this makes access to health insurance difficult and raises the premium significantly.
'Those trying to use these funds for quick gains should avoid them due to risk of being late to the party.'
Long-term investors should never stop their SIPs during market corrections.
Do not get repair work started without informing the insurer as the latter like to carry out end-to-end verification of damages and documents before approving a claim.
'Save the entire chain of e-mail exchanges so that you have documented evidence to show you informed the bank about the issue.'
Many seniors mistakenly believe they need not file returns if tax is deducted at source (TDS) on income received. This is incorrect.
Form 16 contains details of salary income, deductions, and exemptions.
'Some buyers believe prices may correct in the future.' 'This is unlikely. Many developers are increasing prices amid strong sales and inflationary trends.'
If gratuity is not paid within 30 days of termination, the employer must pay interest as set by the central government.
Discrepancies between Form 26AS and Form 16 can lead to an inquiry by the I-T department.
Build a portfolio diversified across market caps, investment styles, and geographies.
Do not, however, enter expecting quick returns.
Do not keep a large portion of your long-term portfolio in FDs.
A rider is a supplementary cover which can be purchased with the base policy by paying an additional premium.
'Tax is not required to be deducted from specified payments if a recipient files a self-declaration with the deductor for no deduction of tax.'
Streedhan refers to gifts, money or property that a woman receives before her marriage, at the time of her marriage, during childbirth or widowhood, primarily from her parents, relatives or in-laws.
A crucial point anyone purchasing health insurance must heed is the need to declare PEDs.
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