Do you really need an advisor to choose the right mutual funds?
Investing in the world of mutual funds can be overwhelming, and expert advice can help you pair your investment with long-term goals.
What every couple needs to know about property gifts: Tax exemption, clubbing rules
Gifting is not advisable because of the clubbing provisions, where the income arising to the spouse from such gifted assets is required to be taxed in the hands of the spouse making the gift.
Fixing your credit score fast: a step-by-step guide to filing disputes
A correct credit report matters — here’s a practical, five-step approach to disputing errors and protecting your score.
Document fraud is on the rise: Here’s how to protect your money and identity
Forged or stolen documents can cost individuals heavily—understanding how fraud happens and ways to stay safe is the best defence.
Countdown to Sep 30: What every central govt employee must know before choosing UPS over NPS
September 30 is the last date to switch to UPS, which promises assured pension as against NPS that offers market-linked returns.
Life insurance claim delays: What insurers won’t tell you
Claim settlement is the most crucial part of life insurance, yet many families face hurdles—here’s how to ensure a smoother process.
Defaulting on a loan against property: What every borrower should know
Defaulting on a loan against property can lead to severe financial and legal consequences, making it essential to understand the risks and remedies before matters spiral out of control.
Want a personal loan? Here are 5 things lenders check first
Understanding what lenders check can boost your approval chances and let you borrow more cheaply.
Airport lounge access via credit cards is shrinking—are you affected?
Many travellers are finding their cards no longer give lounge access—here’s why it happens and how to deal with it.
Best 3-Year FD rates: Public and private sector banks compared
IndusInd Bank offers the highest 3-year FD rate at 6.65 percent, while SBI and other banks offer rates between 6.25-6.6 percent, with returns calculated for a Rs 1 lakh investment.
Visa rejection: Will your travel insurance policy cover trip cancellation expenses?
Specially-designed riders may protect you from losses on cancelled trips, but be aware of the restrictions and exclusions.
Can buy now pay later really help build your credit score?
Buy now, pay later services are gaining popularity among new borrowers, but do they actually help create a healthy credit profile?
IndiGo and SBI Card launch co-branded credit card: Right choice for frequent flyers?
The IndiGo SBI credit card offers rewards in IndiGo BluChips, airport lounge access, and insurance benefits, but it has downsides and mixed reviews on its value proposition and fee structure.
Tata AIG insurance suspends cashless claim settlement at Max Hospitals
Tata AIG insurance has become the third insurer to suspend cashless claim services with Max Hospitals
Midlife money crunch: Why the 40s feel like a financial tightrope
Mid-career professionals face mounting uncertainty as rising costs, limited savings, and career risks collide.
Income tax refund delayed? Here are possible reasons and checks involved
The I-T department is allowed up to nine months from the end of the financial year in which the return is filed to process refund
Gold rate today: Yellow metal's prices rise, check latest rates in your city on September 26
Gold rate today: 'The rally is supported by the Fed's dovish rate-cut outlook and expectations of further easing into late 2025, keeping liquidity strong in bullions,' said Jateen Trivedi from LKP Securities.
Filed your ITR in a hurry on September 16? Here’s how you can fix mistakes
If last-minute filing led to errors in your income tax return, don’t panic—there’s still a way to make corrections.
Does a will made before marriage remain valid after a spouse dies?
Understanding what marriage does to the validity of a will is important to prevent conflicts and make sure that assets are passed on as planned.
Is unlimited sum insured the best safeguard against rising hospital bills?
Even relatively large covers of Rs 20 to Rs 30 lakh can look inadequate over a 15- or 20-year horizon when medical inflation is consistently running in double digits
Tax audit extension offers relief but October will see compliance crunch
October will be a busy month with multiple critical deadlines and a number of holidays due to the festival season, which will mean fewer working days
Tax implications on gratuity gifted to spouse; when clubbing provisions apply
Gifts received from one’s spouse are not treated as income for the recipient. But any income earned on such a gifted amount will be clubbed with the spouse's income.
Sonam Wangchuk claims I-T summons received despite tax exemption for Ladakh. Check what law says
Section 10 (26) of the Income Tax Act provides exemption to scheduled tribe members residing in Tripura, Mizoram, Manipur, Nagaland, Assam, Arunachal Pradesh and Ladakh
Unified Pension Scheme: What VRS employees need to know about payouts
The Unified Pension Scheme promises clarity on voluntary retirement, payout timelines, and assured benefits, but employees must understand the rules before opting in.
