rediffGURU Samkit Maniar answers readers' personal income tax queries.
Ask rediffGURU and tax expert Mihir Tanna your income tax-related questions.
A mistake here can prove costly.
Ask your bank to save for you. Plan your taxes. Reward yourself for your addictions... Chartered accountant Shreya Jaiswal's 10 ways to make more money this year.
Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Milind Vadjikar your insurance, stocks, mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
Industry insiders in India warn that any such move in the pharmaceutical sector could be counterproductive for the US as it may face increased drug shortages if tariffs are imposed on such imports.
We the people are left in the wind, waiting on the whims of an unengaged president and an oligarch with a nearly bottomless wallet, observes Sree Sreenivasan.
'We face the risk of remaining a low-income country for a very long time unless something changes in the next few years.' 'Instead of constantly talking about becoming a developed economy, we need to start fixing the problems of the economy one by one.' 'There is so much potential, and we are squandering away the opportunity.'
It is important to have the necessary documents on hand to verify the information in the form.
Ask rediffGURU and PF expert Nitin Narkhede your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
'More investors now view the stock market as a valuable opportunity, though many still seek quick gains, leading to a rise in futures and options trading.'
While equity savings funds could offer higher returns over three-five years, they would also be more volatile.
Many investors confuse investment with a tool to save tax and do not see them as a tool to build wealth!
Simplifying investment policies at the micro level and introducing a time-bound framework will be critical for India's growth targets, notes Krishna Ella.
Leaders who built and manage these incredible global companies cannot be tyrants, slave-drivers, or idiots. Essentially what they are saying falls under the definition of rallying the troops, inspirational talk, like the usual coach-speak with the team before a match, asserts Shekhar Gupta.
The US Trade Representative noted that India's average applied tariff rate stood at 17% per cent, the highest of any major world economy.
If you have a health insurance policy, you can earn benefits on premiums paid on health check-ups, says Sajja Praveen Chowdary, head-Term Life Insurance, Policybazaar.com.
Travel is about making memories, experiencing the unknown, and engaging in new experiences -- not worrying about fluctuating exchange rates or hidden expenditures. With a little planning and a proactive approach to handling your foreign exchange, you can reduce financial stress and enjoy your trip, suggests Pavan Kavad.
rediffGURU Ramalingam Kalirajan answers your personal finance queries.
Seems daunting? With right financial planning, patience, and commitment, this goal is entirely achievable, says Ramalingam Kalirajan. Here's how
'Consider 40% to 50% in equities, 10% in gold as a hedge, and the remaining 30% to 40% split between multi-asset funds and hybrid funds.'
Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.
Your financial goals are of utmost importance and the tax saving is an added incentive, advises Dwaipayan Bose.
If you already hold significant amounts of equity in your portfolio, avoid MAAFs with over 60 per cent equity. But if you lack equity exposure, an aggressive MAAF may be appropriate.
Find out all about these tax-saving strategies for various age-groups that will work in tandem with your overall game plan.
Ask rediffGURU and PF and MF expert Janak Patel your mutual fund and personal finance-related questions.
Systematic Withdrawal Plan, or SWP, can help you achieve your financial goals. Ramalingam Kalirajan's step-by-step guide on how to effectively use an SWP.
Long-term tax-saving FDs can also be considered after the PPF limit has been exhausted.
Anil Rego, CEO, Right Horizons, answers your personal income tax queries.
'If a taxpayer opts for the new tax regime once, he can only switch back to the old tax regime once in his lifetime.'
The performance of tax-saving funds seems even more impressive once the tax benefits have been factored in.
rediffGURU Ulhas Joshi answers your mutual fund queries.
rediffGURU Hemant Bokil answers your personal finance queries
DAP does not consider past I-T returns to match a taxpayer's resources with their expenditures or investments, points out Harsh Roongta.
It's time to start planning your tax investments. Here are some new tax saving funds funds that have hit the market.
Once you follow these, it is also important to deploy your savings in inflation-beating investment avenues.
For long-term financial security, millennials must not only provide social security for their young families but also ensure that their financial burdens are not passed down to their families, says Casparus Kromhout.
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