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Thinking of using a loan to buy luxury items? Read this before you swipe

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Thinking of using a loan to buy luxury items? Read this before you swipe

Luxury purchases bring joy in the moment, but the repayment lasts much longer.

Digital payment safety tips for families: How to protect yourself from fraud in 2025

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Digital payment safety tips for families: How to protect yourself from fraud in 2025

A practical look at how families can protect themselves as UPI becomes the default way to pay for everything from groceries to school fees.

Building a one pager personal finance plan that actually works

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Building a one pager personal finance plan that actually works

A simple way for an everyday saver to organise PF, insurance, SIPs, emergency money and basic banking without jargon or complexity.

If an old illness was cured, can insurance still reject your claim?

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If an old illness was cured, can insurance still reject your claim?

Why insurers look at medical history even when you feel completely healthy now.

Personal loan cooling-off period: How cancellations work and when borrowers can step back

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Personal loan cooling-off period: How cancellations work and when borrowers can step back

A cooling-off window gives borrowers a chance to rethink — but only if they understand the rules clearly.

Is a Rs 60,000 credit card balance risky for your credit score?

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Is a Rs 60,000 credit card balance risky for your credit score?

Why the number matters less than how much of your limit it occupies.

Active or passive mutual funds — which style fits your investing personality best?

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Active or passive mutual funds — which style fits your investing personality best?

Both approaches can build wealth, but they behave differently when markets move.

Why your credit score may be falling even when you think you’re doing everything right

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Why your credit score may be falling even when you think you’re doing everything right

Most score drops don’t happen suddenly — they build quietly through everyday financial habits.

Is a PPF account for your child worth it in 2025 or should you save differently?

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Is a PPF account for your child worth it in 2025 or should you save differently?

A clear look at whether opening a PPF account in your child’s name genuinely helps long term goals or simply feels emotionally reassuring without adding real financial value.

How much term insurance do you really need in 2025: Why most middle-class families are still underinsured

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How much term insurance do you really need in 2025: Why most middle-class families are still underinsured

A clear look at how much protection a typical household needs today and how older insurance covers have quietly lost value because of rising costs and inflation.

How to start a mutual fund SIP and what happens if you stop it later?

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How to start a mutual fund SIP and what happens if you stop it later?

Starting a SIP is simple — understanding how it behaves over time makes you a more confident investor.

How to check your credit score and spot suspicious inquiries in your report

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How to check your credit score and spot suspicious inquiries in your report

Your credit report is like a financial diary — reviewing it frequently keeps surprises away.

How to complete a personal loan application smoothly and avoid common errors

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How to complete a personal loan application smoothly and avoid common errors

Filling out the form isn’t difficult, but a little care makes approval faster and stress-free.

Will a new loan reduce your credit score? Here’s how the impact truly works

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Will a new loan reduce your credit score? Here’s how the impact truly works

Why taking fresh credit doesn’t always harm your score — and when it can.

Understanding risk in debt funds — and how to stay cautious while investing

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Understanding risk in debt funds — and how to stay cautious while investing

Debt funds look calm from the outside, but knowing how they work helps avoid unpleasant surprises.

EPF pension benefits explained: Eligibility rules, pension calculation and what to expect

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EPF pension benefits explained: Eligibility rules, pension calculation and what to expect

A simple guide to how the EPS pension works, who qualifies, and what you actually receive at retirement

A simple guide to understanding gold ETFs before you invest

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A simple guide to understanding gold ETFs before you invest

How gold ETFs work, why they differ from physical gold, and what first-time investors should consider.

Card cloning fraud: What it is and how you can stay protected

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Card cloning fraud: What it is and how you can stay protected

Understanding how cloned cards are created helps you avoid the subtle traps behind this rising form of financial fraud.

A practical guide to managing spending when you want to save more

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A practical guide to managing spending when you want to save more

Small shifts in behaviour often matter more than strict budgeting rules.

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.

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