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Reading the small print: What your personal loan agreement is really saying

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Reading the small print: What your personal loan agreement is really saying

Knowing a few essential loan terms can save you from costly surprises later.

What to check before signing a personal loan agreement

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What to check before signing a personal loan agreement

Small oversights can turn an easy loan into years of financial stress. Understanding the fine print before you borrow can save you money and trouble later.

How to ensure financial safety while using a credit card

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How to ensure financial safety while using a credit card

Simple habits that keep your credit card useful without letting it quietly disrupt your finances.

Why dynamic asset allocation funds can steady your investment journey

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Why dynamic asset allocation funds can steady your investment journey

How these flexible funds adjust risk on your behalf and smoothen market ups and downs.

Personal loans: Why it is crucial to check the cost of borrowing

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Personal loans: Why it is crucial to check the cost of borrowing

Understanding the real price of a loan can save you far more than a low EMI ever will.

When you should freeze your credit report — and why it can protect you

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When you should freeze your credit report — and why it can protect you

A credit freeze has become one of the simplest and most effective ways to block fraud, and knowing when to use it can save you from months of financial damage.

How wedding borrowing shapes your future credit health

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How wedding borrowing shapes your future credit health

How borrowing for a celebration can shape your financial life long after the guests have gone home.

Rebuilding your money life after divorce: A practical guide for women

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Rebuilding your money life after divorce: A practical guide for women

How to rebuild money confidence and long-term stability when a marriage ends.

How to build a strong credit score without ever using a credit card

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How to build a strong credit score without ever using a credit card

Why a good credit record is possible even without swiping a single card.

Consultant or employee: How to decide which path works for you

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Consultant or employee: How to decide which path works for you

The same job can feel very different depending on whether you’re on payroll or contract. Here’s what shifts financially, professionally and in day-to-day life.

What closing a personal loan really does to your credit score

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What closing a personal loan really does to your credit score

A loan closure can nudge your score up or down depending on timing, repayment history and what else is in your credit file. Here’s how it actually works.

Term insurance in 2025: The riders worth paying for — and the ones you don’t really need

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Term insurance in 2025: The riders worth paying for — and the ones you don’t really need

A practical guide to choosing only the add-ons that genuinely improve your cover.

How to avoid costly mistakes at car insurance renewal in 2025

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How to avoid costly mistakes at car insurance renewal in 2025

A simple, real-world guide to navigating renewal season without overpaying or losing cover.

Cyber and gadget insurance: Do you really need it for your phone in 2025?

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Cyber and gadget insurance: Do you really need it for your phone in 2025?

A clear look at what these policies actually cover — and when they’re worth paying for.

Improved credit score? RBI rule change can help you slash your home loan EMI faster

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Improved credit score? RBI rule change can help you slash your home loan EMI faster

A recent change in RBI rules means home loan borrowers with improved credit scores no longer have to wait three years to ask their bank for a lower interest rate.

Understanding annuities: A clear look at guaranteed retirement income

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Understanding annuities: A clear look at guaranteed retirement income

A simple guide to how annuities work, who should buy them, and what returns to expect.

Why your credit score matters more than you think — from your 20s to your 60s

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Why your credit score matters more than you think — from your 20s to your 60s

A practical look at why your score starts mattering long before you plan a home loan — and continues to matter long after you think you’re done borrowing.

How to spot personal loan scams before they reach your inbox

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How to spot personal loan scams before they reach your inbox

A practical guide to recognising subtle and fast-growing loan scams before they reach your inbox or bank account.

What to do after credit card fraud: The immediate steps that really matter

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What to do after credit card fraud: The immediate steps that really matter

Quick, calm action in the first few hours can make the difference between a contained loss and a long, messy dispute.

Making inheritance simple: How wills, nominees and beneficial owners actually work

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Making inheritance simple: How wills, nominees and beneficial owners actually work

A practical guide to keeping your assets dispute-free and easy for your family to access.

Should you switch from BNPL to a UPI credit line? Pros, cons and practical tips

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Should you switch from BNPL to a UPI credit line? Pros, cons and practical tips

A simple explainer on the two short-term credit options and how they affect your spending and repayments.

Should you invest in sectoral mutual funds in 2025? What they are, and the pros and cons explained

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Should you invest in sectoral mutual funds in 2025? What they are, and the pros and cons explained

A simple guide to understanding how sectoral funds work and whether they belong in your portfolio today.

Want to invest in US stocks? 4 ways Indians can start today

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Want to invest in US stocks? 4 ways Indians can start today

A clear guide to the practical routes available for Indian investors who want exposure to the world’s biggest tech brands.

Debt-to-income ratio: Why this simple number can make or break your personal loan

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Debt-to-income ratio: Why this simple number can make or break your personal loan

A clear look at how lenders use this number to decide whether you qualify — and how it affects the loan amount you get.

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