In bad times, informed investors, too, end up making mistakes in the real estate market. Here's how to avoid the pitfalls
Cashless settlement, the norm in health policies today, is often marred by delays, rejections and mistakes. You can help yourself by knowing the processes involved and what you need to do
Falling markets have not spared Ulips, but their long-term mandate still keeps them worthwhile
Advance preparation in this financial year 2008-09 itself can help you avoid the last-minute anxiety
Regular investment is the key to reaching a financial goal, irrespective of the waves in the equity market
Off-market share trading can suit you better at times. A look at its procedure and implications
The three stocks from the Sensex that managed to break the trend in the falling markets are from the FMCG and pharmaceuticals space
Its not recession...yet. But slowdown it is, from the dipping stockmarket and industrial production, to prices heading upstairs. With the government unlikely to make major policy changes, it is time to look for solutions
Bank fixed deposits offer the safety of assured returns. But inflation and taxes can take a big bite off your money
Switch combines a redemption transaction and a purchase transaction into one
A chore is always a bore. But this one's not even simple.
Job-hopping may be in vogue, but those who do decide to spend dedicated years in an organisation are eligible for a free lump sum that you can put to work
Used intelligently, a credit card will get a smart buyer more value than what he pays for. Here's how you can push that plastic further
It's high time that those who think stock investing is a game of luck, overcome their misconceptions and fear.
You can avoid visiting banks, as several innovative technologies help you do banking transactions easily using your cellphone now
Insiders who have 'privileged' access to the right information make the gains, while the ordinary investor is left holding overvalued stocks. Here's help to avoid that trap
By transferring your PF account and eschewing withdrawals every time you shift jobs, you can add more to your retirement funds
No one wants a recovery agent breathing down his neck. But if you slipped up on your debt, you may have to deal with him. Here's how to make the best of a bad situation
Use sector funds to get tastier returns, but only if you already have a diversified portfolio, experience in investing and can digest the volatility heat
It is your responsibility to decode the fine print in compensation by asking the right questions.