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Steps to transfer your PPF account to a different bank or branch

The PPF can be transferred across the country and the account can be moved across bank branches and post offices

Endowment/money-back policies: Inadequate insurance, low returns

Many buy these plans in a hurry and for the sole purpose of saving on taxes

Avoid depending on children for post-retirement money needs

You shouldn’t be basing your savings decision on the notion that your sons and daughters will take care of you in your non-earning decades

Small savings schemes | Finance Ministry leaves PPF, NSC interest rates untouched

The move is especially expected to benefit small savers and senior citizens

Managing Money with Moneycontrol I Government hikes small savings rate; SEBI cuts expense ratio

How much will investors save from the hike in the interest on small savings schemes? Tune in to find out.

9 Things You Must Know About PPF

A sneak peak at one of the safest investments.

PPF, NSC, SCSS interest rates falling gradually; Should you invest?

In the long run, chances are that investments in small saving schemes may not be able to get good returns as compared to other investment options available in the market.

NPS or PPF? What should be your retirement investment mix?

The features of the two scheme are distinct and in places rather sharply so.

In your 30s? Here are five money moves you should make in April

If you start with these five investments, they can give you a head-start in your money life.

Here's how and why I invest like a girl

I invest like a girl because there is a lot which is right about investing that way

Why tax saving mutual funds score over other tax saving options

Invest smartly while making last-minute tax planning moves

Taking advantage of tax deductions for investment under section 80C of the Income Tax Act must start with a list of investments already made to avoid unnecessary overinvesting for tax deduction.

Celebrate womanhood, invest smartly on International Women's Day

A woman's financial plan must be aimed at creating long-term financial stability. Their emotional needs must be factored into the financial plan.

Seven things you must do before 31st March

Income tax authorities have specified deadlines for many actions. If you follow the rules, you stand to gain in terms of saving on income tax and peace of mind.

Still undecided on tax saving? Here's the best option for you

Financial planners and experts seem to be in agreement that Equity Linked Savings Schemes (ELSS) is the best investment avenue under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act since it outscores other options in terms of liquidity and returns.

COMMENT: Why EMIs haven't fallen sharply despite RBI's easing cycle

Since January 2015, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cut the repo rate by 175 basis points or 1.75 percentage points from 8 percent to 6.25 percent.

Budget 2017: Is NPS a good retirement plan despite withdrawals being taxed?

Experts feel NPS continues to be a good retiral product for the salaried segment since it is market-linked and professionally managed.

Budget 2017: Uniform taxation is a must for products used to plan retirement

Finance minister should listen to various demands of the tax payer and offer increased tax sops.

No stocks, property disclosure under new black money scheme

Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana, 2016 provides an opportunity for black money holders to disclose income in the form of cash or deposit and pay tax, surcharge and penalty totaling in all to 49.9 per cent of the declared income and an additional 25 per cent deposit in the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Deposit Scheme, 2016.

Interest rate on small savings schemes unchanged for Jan-Mar

Since April last year, interest rates of all small saving schemes have been recalibrated on a quarterly basis. For the January-March quarter, these have been kept unchanged compared with the October-December quarter.

Which investment is best suited for you to save tax

The type of tax-saving instrument one chooses should depend a lot on the risk profile, age and fund availability as well as income bracket of an individual.

Invest in tax-saving instruments to meet financial goals

Taxpayers‘ habit of last minute rush to save tax is often cashed in by the financial instrument providers and advisors to meet their sales target instead of identifying and matching the investor financial needs.

How to keep your tax saving investment proof safe?

Here are some of the ways in which an investor can ensure that they have the right proof available with them that will be enough to claim the deduction that they have made

Holding period of a house and its impact on income tax benefits

Income tax laws mandate a minimum holding period, before an owner sells his/her residential house, to avail of tax benefits. Let us analyse the various provisions, under the Income Tax Act, to understand the &#82

How asset allocation can help you achieve your financial goals?

Categorizing goals as per the time frame gives you clarity on the type of investments that you need to make for each of your goals and allocation of assets becomes clear.