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Don't let tax rate hikes disrupt wealth creation through equity funds

International, gold and silver funds and ETFs will be taxed more favourably from next year

Budget 2024: Proposed LTCG tax changes on property sales explained

Holding period, quantum of gain to decide if new norms are beneficial

The Pareto principle in wealth creation

For Do-It-Yourself investors, Arun Kumar's book offers an easy primer on everything from how to get started to avoiding pitfalls

Greentech demand, supply constraints likely to fuel silver's bull run

Around 60% of the total demand for silver comes from industry. Industrial demand has increased considerably in recent years

Wedding wisdom: Avoid loans, don't splurge to secure other financial goals

Fix target amount early, invest regularly to fund child's dream wedding

Strategy in bull run: Time to book profits, protect equity market gains

Sell and bring allocations back to original levels in those segments of your portfolio that have become bloated

Cashless claim denied? Bank on credit card, pledge gold or fixed deposit

Keep some emergency cash at home and ensure your credit card limits are adequate

Play it safe: Match your horizon with gilt fund's average maturity

By taking the mutual fund route, investors can take exposure to gilts with small amounts

Fear the market turbulence? Ulips will keep your investment safe

Some insurers have been advertising their mid- and small-cap funds heavily. Some distributors and agents have also piggybacked on the popularity of mutual funds (MFs) to sell Ulips

Opt for deductible to reduce premium, ensure sub-limits are reasonable

The main benefit of a senior citizen plan is witnessed at the time of issuance

Midlife financial planning: Buy deferred annuity plan for assured income

Some portion of retirement savings must also be invested in growth assets and some in liquid ones to meet emergencies

Engine protection cover: Must-have in areas prone to heavy rains

While traversing a flooded road, water can enter engine, causing damage. This is usually not covered by comprehensive policies. To get this coverage, customers need to buy the engine protection cover

Reversion to mean: Why frequent switching of SIPs should be avoided

Long-term investors should never stop their SIPs during market corrections

The alternative path to riches

Navigating a volatile market can be daunting for the ordinary Joe, while the ultra-rich have access to more exclusive investment options. The Holy Grail of Investing is a guide to bridging this gap

How to handle demands for outstanding dues on credit card that's not yours

Check your credit report, either monthly or quarterly, to stay informed about your credit transactions

Manufacturing funds are hot in markets, but beware of concentration risk

Investors with a long horizon and aggressive risk appetite may consider these funds

Moratorium to refund: Reforms in health insurance you must know about

Be meticulous with disclosures during policy purchase despite lowering of moratorium period

Safety guaranteed: Diversify into g-secs to lower risk in your portfolio

Choose instrument by matching your investment horizon with tenure of the paper

Smart landing: What to keep in mind when investing in real estate

While prices remained stagnant (2015 to 2021), incomes rose, enhancing affordability. This bodes well for the housing sector in a country facing a shortage of 20 million houses

Using private car as a cab can lead to insurance claim rejection

Customers should be mindful of factors that can lead to motor claim rejections and take steps to avoid them