Sovereign Gold Bonds – Should you invest?
Sovereign gold bonds are government securities with prices linked to the value of the underlying asset i.e. gold. They are issued by the Reserve Bank of India on behalf of the government. In the current financial year 2020-21, RBI had introduced six tranches of the government’s sovereign Gold bond. The first issue happened in the month of April. Now the time has come for second tranche....
Saving Or Investing? Are These Two Different?
I still remember my childhood days, when my mother would give me pocket money only if I did the house chores. She would tell me that half of it, I could spend, while the other half, was put into my piggy bank or should I say ‘KHAZANA’. Well, of course, now we have banks for that. Yes, those were the good old days. I think everyone knows how important it is to save and invest, given the...
10 Personal Finance Tips for New Professionals
Earning income is not enough, investing and rerouting such money is most important. New professionals are mostly in the range of 20s. This is just the beginning of personal finance and if better financial planning is carried out at this phase, it would yield amazing results. This article will show how the young professionals who have just started their careers, should handle their personal...
Look out for the new multicap fund in the market
Essel Mutual Fund belongs to one of the most known private sector firms called Essel Finance. They have entered the Indian trade of mutual funds very recently. They have announced an expected Assets Under Management (AUM) of Rs. 8,000 – Rs. 9,000 Crore by March, 2019. Even though their current AUM has been noted to be around Rs. 1,700 Crore, they firmly believe that dealing through liquid...
Top 5 Balanced Funds to Invest in India -2018
Mutual funds are a good source of investment. You get a choice of investment funds to invest in, the portfolio is diversified and managed by expert managers, you can invest small amounts regularly and you also get great returns. That is why investors, both risk takers and risk-averse, choose different types of mutual fund schemes for investing their savings. While equity mutual...
Financial Planning For New Financial Year 2018-19
Most of you must still be reeling from the last-minute financial decisions you took a week back as the financial year came to a close. The new financial year is upon us and while last few days of the last financial year saw a sluggish market (thanks to a list of holidays), the new financial year has brought the focus back on finance and financial planning. So, if you are still procrastinating,...
Why ULIP is better than Mutual Funds?
Both ULIPs and mutual funds have many similarities which is why they are often compared against one another. Investors have an unending debate on the benefits of mutual funds over ULIPs and vice versa. Some say mutual funds are better while others say ULIPs are. What do you think? If seen in depth, if you have a longer investment horizon (more than 7 years), some ULIPs gain...
Top 5 Equity Mutual Funds For 2018
The equity market is on a roller coaster rider following the tax imposition on long term capital gains. Though investors are still reeling from the shock of having to pay tax on their incomes, mutual fund investments hold attraction with many. The potential for return through equity oriented mutual fund schemes is quite high which makes equity mutual funds a top pick for many...
Separate or Joint Will : Which is the Right Choice?
Creating a Will can be overwhelming and uncomfortable for many. Coming to terms with one’s own mortality as well as deciding on the distribution of all assets can be quite a tumultuous task. However, this legal document is critical to ensure that your loved ones are taken care of after you pass away. For a lot of couples, creating a joint Will may seem easier, but is rarely recommended. Even...