Younger customers should opt for increasing cover as their financial commitments are likely to rise in the future.
Dubai spoils you, discovers Rishika Shah, and you don't even realise it until you leave.
Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.
Before signing up for a BNPL plan, read the fine print carefully and watch for red flags like unclear repayment terms, vague information on interest or late fees, and marketing that downplays the cost of default.
Lawful possession means having both actual control over a property and a valid legal right to keep it, usually based on a registered sale deed, lease agreement, or lawful allotment.
'First-time or conservative investors should avoid narrow sectoral funds.'
Weddings today are not just events, they are full-blown productions. Between Instagram aesthetics, Pinterest pressure, relatives with opinions and budgets that magically stretch themselves, brides often find themselves overwhelmed long before the pheras begin.
For homebuyers, the OC is not just an administrative formality but the very basis of lawful possession. Without it, the property is deemed unauthorised, exposing buyers to risks such as eviction, denial of utilities, or even demolition.
'Having a separate healthcare corpus is extremely important even for those already covered by health insurance.'
Loan against fixed deposit is cheaper and comes with fewer charges.
Aditya Mhatre shares some practical and actionable tips to save money and focus on what matters most when you are studying abroad
'Buy early and review the sum insured regularly.'
'Combining individual or family policies with corporate cover, along with top-ups and wellness programmes, can help maintain strong health protection throughout life.'
"Be very kind to yourself. Start with small things. If you really want to do it, nothing is going to stop you." Mumbai based, 26-year-old Aayushi Tailor shares her weight loss journey in a candid chat with Rediff's Rishika Shah.
'They are a poor fit for anyone with near-term goals, low volatility tolerance, or a need for steady income or liquidity.' 'First-time investors should typically avoid them.'
'A price of $6,600/oz is now a reasonable target for gold.'
Those who have long retirement horizons of 15 to 20 years and seek higher long-term returns may opt for MSF. Investors nearing retirement (under 10 years) or those with low risk tolerance should stay away.
Passive funds appeal to investors seeking to avoid the risk of underperformance by the fund manager and minimise the need for frequent chopping and changing of funds.
West Bengal's ruling Trinamool Congress on Thursday suspended its Bharatpur MLA Humayun Kabir, who had triggered a storm with the proposal to build 'Babri Masjid' in Murshidabad district.
Every 1 per cent per annum of investment costs is a matter of life or death, points out Avinash Luthria.
Investors can meet cash needs without selling their securities.
Quoting an incorrect PAN during property registration can invite penalties and prosecution.
'It takes time and the experience of a few market cycles to develop awareness about one's true risk appetite.'
A deepening payment paralysis in Telangana's liquor industry is beginning to choke manufacturing units and strain supplies, employment, and the broader investment landscape, industry bodies have warned, as unpaid dues accumulate to levels they describe as "unprecedented" and "severe".
The 100 per cent withdrawal provision and the 25 per cent minimum balance provision have led to some confusion.
Zero depreciation cover ensures that the insurer pays the full replacement cost of parts such as bumpers, headlamps, side mirrors, and plastic fittings.
Investors having a moderate-risk profile can use these funds in their retirement portfolios.
Medical negligence arises when a medical professional deviates from reasonable standards of care, causing injury to the patient.
One should avoid keeping excessive funds in one's savings account.
'Some buyers get carried away by festival offers and purchase higher variants or larger vehicles than they truly need, which impacts running cost and long-term affordability.'
Don't let knotty financial issues weaken your marital bond. Heavy liabilities of one partner have the potential to sour a new relationship. So, develop a plan for how you will deal with these.
A woman can do many wonderful things if she wishes to, and one of them is to grow her money.
New investors should not allow themselves to fall prey to FOMO and rush headlong into gold.
'Do exhaustive research and then select the one that best fits your budget and requirements.'
rediffGURU Chocko Valliappa offers crucial career advice to engineering aspirants.
'They are positioned as defensive products and can potentially give marginally higher returns than liquid funds.'
Ranchi police arrested five gangsters, including a woman, and seized Pakistan-made pistols. The gang is linked to Koylanchal Shanti Sena (KSS) and Prince Khan, with connections to arms smuggling from Pakistan via drones.
If you plan to withdraw money from your corpus regularly to meet expenses, have a portfolio of stable instruments.
'Legally clean farmland is difficult to find. It requires time, money, and legal effort to verify the title.'
Do not panic on receiving a notice. Verify if your work falls under professions notified in Section 44AA(1).
Use these loans to meet emergency needs, and not to fund holidays or luxury purchases.
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