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How to review and update all your nominations in one go

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How to review and update all your nominations in one go

A quick annual review that ensures your money reaches the right hands without paperwork delays.

Everyday savings account moves that can trigger I-T attention

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Everyday savings account moves that can trigger I-T attention

Even routine bank activity can invite questions if it doesn’t match what you’ve declared in your ITR.

Balance transfer vs rate renegotiation: What actually lowers your EMI faster and cheaper

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Balance transfer vs rate renegotiation: What actually lowers your EMI faster and cheaper

Cut your EMI the smart way by choosing the cheaper, faster route—transfer when the rate gap is big, renegotiate when it’s small.

How to spot and avoid personal loan scams before it’s too late

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How to spot and avoid personal loan scams before it’s too late

Fake loan offers are rising fast, and knowing the red flags can save you from losing money — and your identity.

Picking the wrong home loan rate can cost you more than you think

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Picking the wrong home loan rate can cost you more than you think

Fixed or floating? This one decision can change how much you end up paying over the years

Are you saving too much for your own good? Here’s how to tell

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Are you saving too much for your own good? Here’s how to tell

Being careful with money is smart but sometimes extreme frugality can keep you from actually living

Where should you keep your emergency fund: Savings account, bank FDs, or post office?

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Where should you keep your emergency fund: Savings account, bank FDs, or post office?

Choose a safe, easy-to-access parking spot that still pays some interest.

Hotel loyalty programmes: How to turn nights into free stays and upgrades

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Hotel loyalty programmes: How to turn nights into free stays and upgrades

Hotels are pushing loyalty hard, and the perks can be real — free nights, room upgrades, breakfast, late checkout, and lounge access

Locking FDs during high inflation: What actually makes sense

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Locking FDs during high inflation: What actually makes sense

Use an FD ladder to keep safety while leaving room to reinvest if rates rise, and weigh real returns against inflation.

How bank mergers affect fixed deposit and recurring deposit customers

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How bank mergers affect fixed deposit and recurring deposit customers

Know what changes for your interest rates, renewals, penalties, and account details when your bank merges.

How safe are cooperative bank deposits after recent RBI crackdowns?

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How safe are cooperative bank deposits after recent RBI crackdowns?

Know what DICGC covers, how to gauge bank health, and when to diversify.

UPI AutoPay takes the stress out of recurring payments

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UPI AutoPay takes the stress out of recurring payments

Seamless payments, smarter budgeting, and stress-free monthly bills.

International airline credit cards for Indians: Here's what frequent flyers should know

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International airline credit cards for Indians: Here's what frequent flyers should know

Airline co-branded cards are courting Indian travellers with faster miles, status shortcuts and lounge access

What a top-up home loan really is — and how much you can get

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What a top-up home loan really is — and how much you can get

Already paying a home loan? You might be sitting on a cheaper way to borrow more money.

FD Interest Rates: Compare top banks for two-year deposits

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FD Interest Rates: Compare top banks for two-year deposits

IndusInd Bank offers the highest 2-year FD rate at 7%, followed by Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, and others. Compare rates to maximize your returns on fixed deposits up to Rs 1 crore.

How paying EMIs on time boosts your credit score

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How paying EMIs on time boosts your credit score

Consistent, timely payments show lenders you’re dependable — and that trust translates into a higher score.

Does using debit card EMI impact your credit score? Here’s what you should know

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Does using debit card EMI impact your credit score? Here’s what you should know

Debit card EMIs are convenient, but they don’t always work the same way as credit-based loans.

Planning to buy gold in instalments? Here’s how to do it right

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Planning to buy gold in instalments? Here’s how to do it right

Gold schemes can help you save smartly but some precautions are called for

How a credit freeze can shield you from identity theft

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How a credit freeze can shield you from identity theft

Locking your credit report may sound extreme, but it’s one of the smartest ways to stop fraud before it starts.

5 habits that will keep your credit card safe

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5 habits that will keep your credit card safe

As digital payments rise, safeguarding your card is no longer optional — it’s essential

SIPs vs recurring deposits: How to grow monthly savings the smart way

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SIPs vs recurring deposits: How to grow monthly savings the smart way

Use RDs for certainty and near-term goals, SIPs for long-term growth—and mix both to balance safety and returns.

What is FOIR, and how does it affect your personal loan approval

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What is FOIR, and how does it affect your personal loan approval

Understanding your FOIR can help you plan your personal loan better and increase your chances of approval.

Make idle cash work harder for you with sweep-in FDs

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Make idle cash work harder for you with sweep-in FDs

Earn FD rates on idle balances while keeping your money a tap away.

Multiple savings accounts or one: What actually earns you more?

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Multiple savings accounts or one: What actually earns you more?

Stack cash in one high-yield account for better interest, but keep a separate buffer for emergencies and goal-based spends.

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