Taxpayers should consider ITR-U if they omitted income, wrongly claimed deductions or exemptions, or made reporting errors that led to a shortfall in tax payment.
'Long-term investors seeking sustainable gains from resilient, fundamentally strong companies may go for these funds.'
'Stay invested but progressively reduce risk. Beyond a point, the objective should shift from maximising returns to avoiding unpleasant surprises.'
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The RBI has flagged concerns over rising volatility in gold prices and advised lenders to exercise caution in the gold loan segment.
'Trading without strict position sizing, stop-loss discipline, or a clear exit plan almost guarantees losses.' 'Chasing tips, reacting to intraday noise, or assuming frequent trading improves outcomes are equally damaging habits.'
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Investors must account for currency depreciation in their financial plans and use instruments that can cushion the erosion in purchasing power.
Investors encountering underperformance must be patient.
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Filing a belated return is far better than not filing at all.
'Exiting during corrections tends to lock in losses. Patient investors have benefited from holding through similar drawdowns in past cycles.'
Investors seeking higher returns at relatively higher risk should consider allocation to smallcap equity funds.
While EPF rewards patience and compounds your money, inflation decides how far your money really goes.
'Stopping now would defeat the core purpose of an SIP, which is to average out the purchase cost over market cycles.'
Largecap equities are less volatile than mid- and smallcap stocks, making them suitable for risk-averse investors.
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New investors or those with lower-than-planned exposure should add US-oriented funds through SIPs.
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Don't skip the test. Do sectional tests instead. Or give half, advises CAT expert Aashish Sood.
Before booking a flat, buyers should confirm that the project is registered with the state's Rera portal.
'First-time or conservative investors should avoid narrow sectoral funds.'
Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.
The income tax department will allow people to file 'belated return' until December 31.
Those who have binged on credit must spend less, cut discretionary expenses, and focus on repayment.
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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.
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Young earners with high incomes and few responsibilities can save more than 30 per cent, while those with low salaries and high expenses may save less.
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Loan against fixed deposit is cheaper and comes with fewer charges.
EPF doesn't just build your retirement fund -- it also provides free life insurance up to Rs 7 lakh under the EDLI scheme.
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.
Quoting an incorrect PAN during property registration can invite penalties and prosecution.
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.
Investors having a moderate-risk profile can use these funds in their retirement portfolios.
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