The heart problem of Seema and Manish Jain's little daughter Mansee has not broken their spirit. Here's a financial plan for the Jains.
Online MBA may be a good idea if you don't have the time to do a full-time course. Employers, however, are still to accept them.
Music is a big and growing industry. Something as simple as a suitably-geared home recording studio, along with entrepreneurship skills, can help you groove to the new beat.
If your fund unjustifiably holds a large amount of cash, stop investing and take a relook at its capability to spot opportunities.
Urban cooperative banks may be your solution to cheaper funds and higher returns, but check out the fundamentals.
Retail investors can make money from open offers, if they are well informed about the companies and time their transactions. A look at existing and upcoming opportunities.
The Reserve Bank of India's recent move will make home loans up to Rs 20 lakh cheaper. But that would be just good enough to buy you a house in Tier-II and Tier-III cities.
The demand for radio cabs is growing. That has created a viable business opportunity
The property boom seems to be tapering off. With experts estimating a 10-20 per cent fall in real estate prices in many cities, it makes sense to defer the purchase or buy in select areas
It's the age of insecurity, but, thankfully, also the age of smart technology
If FMPs get categorised as liquid funds, they will attract higher dividend distribution tax
Restraint and focus could help build a strong portfolio
Multi-cap funds have the flexibility to invest across the market cap segments. This should mean returns that beat diversified equity funds. But, what we find is their returns are similar
Northward-bound rates of interest have made it necessary for you to take a relook at debt. And it is not just the borrowings, but also the investments
The Monetary Policy, 2007-08, will result in indirect measures to stop the hardening of the rupee. But their impact will take time to kick in
We analyse the fourth quarter results of companies and find out what impact they had on their stocks. Also, an update on the fortunes of our previously recommended stock picks
Investor camps are a good place to learn the nitty-gritty of investing in stocks. And it may make good sense to join one before taking a plunge into equity investing
You may not necessarily end up rich after inheriting wealth or assets. You may have to shell out part of the pie as taxes or other costs. Here's what to expect and watch out for.
Transfer funds systematically to average costs in a choppy market.
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