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How to know if you’re saving enough for retirement

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How to know if you’re saving enough for retirement

A quick, no-jargon check to see if your monthly saving, investing, and debt choices will actually fund the life you want after work.

Reclaiming forgotten money: How to retrieve funds lying in old bank accounts

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Reclaiming forgotten money: How to retrieve funds lying in old bank accounts

A simple guide to help you recover money from accounts you stopped using years ago.

Government vs Corporate Bonds: What's the right investment avenue for you?

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Government vs Corporate Bonds: What's the right investment avenue for you?

Bonds remain a cornerstone of diversified portfolios, offering stability in volatile markets. Government bonds provide safety, while corporate bonds offer higher yields, but with added risks; understanding the differences is key for investors.

Large cash deposits: What triggers a tax notice, and how to stay safe

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Large cash deposits: What triggers a tax notice, and how to stay safe

A quick guide to the rules, the red flags, and the simple steps that keep you compliant.

PPF vs FD: Which one should you pick for the long haul?

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PPF vs FD: Which one should you pick for the long haul?

A simple comparison to help you choose the better long-term home for your savings.

PAN-Aadhaar linking: Do it before January 1 to avoid disruptions

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PAN-Aadhaar linking: Do it before January 1 to avoid disruptions

An inoperative PAN can block key transactions and trigger higher TDS—here’s the quick way to link.

Choosing health insurance: The right plan to buy at every age

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Choosing health insurance: The right plan to buy at every age

A clear, practical guide to how your needs change and which cover fits best.

New Aadhaar app Launched: Securely store and share your digital ID

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New Aadhaar app Launched: Securely store and share your digital ID

The new Aadhaar app by UIDAI securely stores and shares Aadhaar cards digitally, offering a paperless experience, biometric lock, and easy sharing of verifiable credentials and QR codes.

NPS in 2025: Myths, mindsets and the new flexibility

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NPS in 2025: Myths, mindsets and the new flexibility

How the National Pension System has changed in 2025, what the new 100% equity and “multiple schemes” options mean, and how an average saver can use NPS for steady, long-term retirement wealth.

Stop buying jewellery. Here are four smarter ways to invest in gold

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Stop buying jewellery. Here are four smarter ways to invest in gold

Why gold still matters in 2025, and how ordinary savers can use modern, low-cost options instead of buying heavy jewellery that never delivers real returns.

Higher rent, higher risk: A simple guide to commercial property

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Higher rent, higher risk: A simple guide to commercial property

A simple guide to how commercial real estate pays more rent than homes, and what to watch before you invest.

Why checking your personal loan EMI can save you from a debt trap

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Why checking your personal loan EMI can save you from a debt trap

A simple guide to why a quick monthly EMI check can protect your finances long before any trouble shows up.

Handling finances after a divorce: A 12-month recovery plan

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Handling finances after a divorce: A 12-month recovery plan

A one-year India-focused roadmap to stabilise cash flows, protect your credit, and rebuild your portfolio after a split.

What the latest autopay rules mean for your cards and subscriptions

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What the latest autopay rules mean for your cards and subscriptions

New rules mean smoother payments, but they also require careful tracking to avoid surprises

Buying a home in your 40s? Here are key things to keep in mind

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Buying a home in your 40s? Here are key things to keep in mind

A home purchase at this stage needs careful balance between EMIs, savings and long-term security.

What really affects the annuity income you receive in retirement

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What really affects the annuity income you receive in retirement

Several factors decide how much monthly pension your retirement corpus can generate.

A simple guide to using gold mutual funds for wealth and balance

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A simple guide to using gold mutual funds for wealth and balance

Gold funds offer an easy, paper-free way to add stability and balance to your investments

Sabbatical planning In India: Building a one-year runway

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Sabbatical planning In India: Building a one-year runway

How to prepare financially and mentally for a break from work without derailing your long-term goals.

Planning for ageing parents’ healthcare: Budget, cover and care

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Planning for ageing parents’ healthcare: Budget, cover and care

A one-year roadmap to organise costs, insurance and daily support for your parents’ well-being.

When pausing your SIP actually makes sense

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When pausing your SIP actually makes sense

A temporary pause in your SIP isn’t always a setback—it can be a smart way to protect your cash flow, reduce risk and realign your financial goals when life changes.

NPS, mutual funds, PPF or FDs: Choose the option that works best for you

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NPS, mutual funds, PPF or FDs: Choose the option that works best for you

A practical guide to understanding which option fits your goals, risk and retirement timeline.

Is your gold safe in bank lockers?

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Is your gold safe in bank lockers?

Understanding what banks actually guarantee and how you can protect your valuables.

Paying with a UPI credit line vs a credit card: What actually changes at checkout

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Paying with a UPI credit line vs a credit card: What actually changes at checkout

A simple guide to how billing, limits and fees work when you switch from swiping plastic to using a credit line on UPI.

How to use prepaid travel cards overseas without wasting money

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How to use prepaid travel cards overseas without wasting money

A simple guide to understanding costs, limits and when these cards actually make sense.

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