Algo trading should be segregated in a separate account with only risk capital deployed.
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Those who have binged on credit must spend less, cut discretionary expenses, and focus on repayment.
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.
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.
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.
The income tax department will allow people to file 'belated return' until December 31.
EPF nominations decide inheritance -- here's what happens if you don't file.
Investors having a moderate-risk profile can use these funds in their retirement portfolios.
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Loan against fixed deposit is cheaper and comes with fewer charges.
Every 1 per cent per annum of investment costs is a matter of life or death, points out Avinash Luthria.
Medical negligence arises when a medical professional deviates from reasonable standards of care, causing injury to the patient.
EPFO has simplified PF withdrawals -- fewer rules, faster access, and more flexibility -- while introducing safeguards that make it harder to drain your retirement savings too early.
'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.'
'Investing in these funds makes sense if their net yield over better-quality funds -- corporate bond funds or banking and PSU funds -- is meaningful.'
Your EPF isn't just a retirement pot. It's a financial safety net you can dip into for life's biggest needs. Here's how these one-time advances work and when to use them wisely.
New investors should avoid short-term, tactical entries and instead go for staggered buying via ETFs to manage volatility.
'Always keep accurate and transparent records of the source of the investment or property's funding: Loan agreements, transfer records of the property, and bank statements of co-owners if available.'
Retirement-focused products that promise certainty can look attractive. The returns are guaranteed, and locking into a fixed rate feels reassuring at a time when deposit rates are declining.
Who pays what into EPF, EPS, and EDLI -- the 12% math explained.
When and how you can access EPF money before retirement without jeopardising your long-term retirement savings.
'Such stocks may be useful for aggressive portfolios, but should not be part of the core holdings.'
Investors may wait for six months and then take another look at the stock.
'Legally clean farmland is difficult to find. It requires time, money, and legal effort to verify the title.'
Certain everyday habits -- like poor sleep, stress and multitasking -- can quietly weaken your brain. Making simple lifestyle can help protect your mental health.
'A staggered investment approach (using SIP or STP) can help investors benefit from this opportunity while reducing timing risk.'
Ask tax gurus Mihir Tanna, Samkit Maniar, Vivek Lala, Anil Rego and Mahesh Padmanabhan your I-T related questions.
Here's unlocking the real story behind your EPF's 8.25% interest and what it truly means for your retirement kitty.
IIM-Kozhikode will conduct Common Admission Test (CAT 2025) examination on Sunday, November 30, 2025.
'Reits are suitable for investors seeking regular income and real estate exposure without managing physical properties, especially NRIs and retirees.'
Let's decode how EPS works, who qualifies, and how pensions are calculated, using simple examples for different salary levels.
A 10-part series that explains all you want to know about how India's EPF turns a slice of your monthly salary into long-term savings, pension, and life insurance.
'Maintain a balanced approach with a preference for short-to medium-duration funds.'
'First-time investors, busy professionals, NRIs and those with modest sums looking for curated strategies may find FoFs especially appealing.'
Dr Ganesh Natarajan will answer your questions as a Special Guru on rediffGURUS from May 26 to June 1. All you need to do is create your account on rediffGURUS and ask him what you want to know.
Investors should be mindful of the high volatility in cryptos: Bitcoin has fallen more than 80 per cent in past corrections.
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