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.
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.
If you are a frequent traveller, then you should opt for a multi-trip travel plan because it works out to be cheaper.
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...'
When submitting house rent allowance receipts, claiming that you pay rent to a close relative like parents, siblings or spouse, ensure that you have supporting documents to substantiate it.
Chirag Gupta, who trades in futures & options, had made a profit of Rs 6 lakh, but...
If you are travelling internationally in the next two months, it's a good time to exchange your currency.
Do you know you can invest in funds to donate money for a good cause?
The Supreme Court has introduced the Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society, where the lawyer's fees are capped. But there are certain conditions, reports Tinesh Bhasin.
At face value of Rs 2,893 and interest payout of 2.5 per cent, sovereign gold bonds offer best route to invest in yellow metal, says Tinesh Bhasin