Here's a dummy's guide to the home loan fee maze
Lenders get a clear idea about your financial health, risk profile and personality trait
While we are slowly moving towards a future where using hard cash will be obsolete, it is indeed a wise idea to start using E-payment cards for pocket money. We need to keep up with the times while we follow our children into the future.
You don't need to be intimidated by the thought of filing tax returns
Do not panic if you have a poor credit score. Do not live with the fear of having an important loan rejectd by the lender because of a poor credit score. Here's the solution for your woes
As part our series on dealing with the pink slip, we spoke to financial planner Sridhar Vetapalem on how to get your finances in order.
So by and large most of the mistakes by retail investors are committed because of lack of access to quality advice.
Let's see how you can use the approach of superheroes to manage money better
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Banking as we know it will stand on its head in the next 10 years.
If you are one of those who is now staring at your credit card bill and wondering how to go about it, here is the way out.
Not being aware of your spending patterns or going overboard with your festive season spends on your credit card can land you in serious trouble later.
Here are some pointers that should serve as red flags for you
Applying for a home loan may seem scary if you go into the process unprepared, but if you have braced yourself well in advance and follow these steps you will find that getting your home loan application approved is a breeze.
Just like our older generation, you should realise that a penny saved now would come in handy when you need a penny.
Work hard, earn more, save well, invest wisely and love your money. But, love yourself first!
While we have our wish lists ready, it's only on February 28 that the verdict will be out. We do hope the FM plays Santa and brings some good cheer in this financial year. Meanwhile let's take a moment and list our expectations.
But do not expect the finance minister to fulfil all these wishes
Don't hit the buy button as soon as you hear of the next BIG online sale this Diwali. Here are some very important lessons -- in the light of how some online shoppers felt cheated after Flipkart's 'Billion Day Sale' -- that could save you time, money and peace of mind, says Rajiv Raj!
No, I haven't made a mistake in the title. The age-old saying, 'Winners don't do different things. They do things differently,' made famous by Shiv Khera in his book You Can Win, is, in my opinion, wrong.
You require a credit score to get fresh debt and you must have existing debt to get a credit score... Confused? Well, here's how they are related.
In the past two years, investors in gold have lost money.
With unlimited youthful energy, a capacity to earn more and wonderful years ahead of them, students definitely need to learn about handling money matters early in life. Here's a good starting point
We have compiled a list of key factors which led to Warren Buffett's coveted success.
To ease the process of decision making while buying a house, we have put together important factors you need to consider.
Whatever your income, we show you how to live the rich life.
It all begins with a little overspending on the credit card, and before you know it, you find yourself being sucked into a debt trap. You may think you have a debt pay off plan, but think again!
You are already a superwoman! Now add another feather to your cap by driving your own financial planning.
Venture capitalists are leveraging their experience to build something new.
Answers to six commonly asked questions about CIBIL score that will help clear your confusions
Spending money to make this day special is the easiest way out, but also very predictable and boring. Some creative thinking and you can indeed spend less money and have more fun!
Managing your own money is empowering. And if you haven't started yet, now is the perfect time!
Here are five things that fraudsters are likely to say or do that should set the alarm bells ringing in your head.
It is not very easy to wriggle out of your role as a guarantor in case the original borrower defaults. Nevertheless, you can still come out of the situation with your credit record intact.
If you have plans to buy a new home in 2015, there's good news for you
Let's take you on a fun journey on kites and Sankranti traditions and guess what? You can learn a thing or two about financial planning from it as well.
If you have recently been laid off or are worried that your neck may be in the line, it is natural to be worried about your finances. But worrying, as you know, will not get you anywhere. Here are some tips about what you can do to keep the boat from rocking and keep your CIBIL score intact while doing so.
Worried about your financial future? Lord Ganesha has some tips for you.
A woman can do many wonderful things if she wishes to, and one of them is to grow her money.
There is no such thing as 'free' credit cards. Most of the charges associated with your card are not even told upfront to you. Knowing about these various fees and charges will put you in good stead and help you use your card prudently.
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