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Moving from group health to individual cover without losing benefits

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Moving from group health to individual cover without losing benefits

A simple guide to carrying your waiting periods, coverage and continuity when you leave an employer policy.

How to apply for an education loan: Eligibility, process and key benefits explained

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How to apply for an education loan: Eligibility, process and key benefits explained

A clear guide for students and parents planning to fund higher studies in India or abroad

Gold or real estate in 2025: What should Indian investors choose?

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Gold or real estate in 2025: What should Indian investors choose?

Choose liquidity or long-term ownership by matching gold and property to your horizon, risk and cash flow.

National Pension System: Why NPS should be a key investment for retirement

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National Pension System: Why NPS should be a key investment for retirement

A predictable, low-cost and tax-efficient way to build long-term wealth.

Things you should know before you rent a house

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Things you should know before you rent a house

A practical guide to avoid surprises, protect your rights and choose the right home.

Building a will that actually works: Nominee vs. legal heir, explained

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Building a will that actually works: Nominee vs. legal heir, explained

Deciding on how your assets are passed on is important; here is how nominations, legal heirs, and wills all fit together to make a plan that holds up.

How to grow your retirement corpus with Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF)

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How to grow your retirement corpus with Voluntary Provident Fund (VPF)

A safe, tax-efficient option for salaried employees to earn higher returns through extra EPF contributions

Why you should always pay in the local currency when you’re abroad

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Why you should always pay in the local currency when you’re abroad

A simple checkout choice can save you a few percent on every overseas card payment.

Renting a home? Decide the ideal tenure before you sign

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Renting a home? Decide the ideal tenure before you sign

Deciding on the term of your lease can balance flexibility and security for both tenant and landlord.

Gold investing made simple: What not to do

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Gold investing made simple: What not to do

A few careful choices can turn gold from an emotional buy into a solid investment.

Fixed deposit rates: Top private and public sector banks compared for 1-year tenure

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Fixed deposit rates: Top private and public sector banks compared for 1-year tenure

Top banks offering highest 1-year fixed deposit rates include IndusInd Bank at 7%, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and Bank of Baroda at 6.6%.

Simple steps to complete your credit card application without mistakes

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Simple steps to complete your credit card application without mistakes

Avoid common pitfalls and ensure your application goes through smoothly

NPS, PPF or EPF: The smarter bet for long-term wealth

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NPS, PPF or EPF: The smarter bet for long-term wealth

A clear breakdown of how India’s top three retirement schemes compare.

NRE FD interest rates: Top banks offering highest returns

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NRE FD interest rates: Top banks offering highest returns

Top banks offering highest interest rates on NRE fixed deposits include IndusInd Bank at 7%, Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and others at 6.6%, and Bank of Baroda at 6.5%.

Common credit card mistakes that lead to debt and how to avoid them

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Common credit card mistakes that lead to debt and how to avoid them

Simple ways to stay out of the credit trap and keep your finances healthy

Credit cards: How interest works and how to get a lower rate

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Credit cards: How interest works and how to get a lower rate

Understand how card interest is calculated and simple ways to reduce what you pay

Lesser-known tips to reduce your education loan burden

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Lesser-known tips to reduce your education loan burden

Smart ways to cut interest, repay faster, and stay debt-free after graduation

Buy now, pay later: How BNPL influences your credit score

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Buy now, pay later: How BNPL influences your credit score

Understand how short-term credit apps affect your borrowing history and future loans

Top banks offering lowest interest rates on gold loans

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Top banks offering lowest interest rates on gold loans

Punjab National Bank offers the lowest gold loan interest rate at 8.35%, followed by other banks like Indian Bank and ICICI Bank, with rates starting at 8.75% per annum.

Lost old shares or dividends? Here’s how to reclaim them via the IEPF portal

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Lost old shares or dividends? Here’s how to reclaim them via the IEPF portal

Unclaimed investments don’t vanish—India’s Investor Education and Protection Fund (IEPF) lets you get them back with a few documents and patience.

How scammers use credit card limit upgrades to steal money with one OTP

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How scammers use credit card limit upgrades to steal money with one OTP

The “congratulations” call or SMS is a trap—never share an OTP for upgrades you didn’t start yourself.

The smart way to trim your mutual fund portfolio (without hurting returns)

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The smart way to trim your mutual fund portfolio (without hurting returns)

A straightforward guide to trimming excess schemes and sharpening your portfolio for long-term gains.

Why debt funds can power your financial goals (and how to use them right)

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Why debt funds can power your financial goals (and how to use them right)

Short- to medium-term goals can find a reliable home, tax benefits and better yields in the right debt funds.

Your online life after you: A practical guide to digital heirs and executors

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Your online life after you: A practical guide to digital heirs and executors

A practical guide to protecting everything you own online—from crypto wallets to cloud-photos—and making sure it’s covered in your estate plan.

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