How can you become a better investor?
Investing can appear to be a complex process and each individual should ideally approach investing i...
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WHAT ARE THE RISKS INVOLVED WITH INVESTING? HOW CAN YOU MANAGE THESE RISKS?
Everything in life carries an inherent risk. From any situation, if you want to reap rewards, you ma...
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Are there any guaranteed / contractual return products and shouldn’t you always choose them?
The idea of guaranteed products in investments is certainly an attractive one. However, just like an...
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What are the different ways to invest in mutual fund products?
There are two broad ways you can invest in mutual funds – directly or through an independent finan...
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WHAT ARE THE FACTORS TO KEEP IN MIND BEFORE CHOOSING A MUTUAL FUND?
Whether you’re a first time investor or an experienced one, mutual funds are often considered by e...
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What is a Mutual Fund product’s NAV? How is it calculated?
NAV or Net Asset Value is a term that you will see on various mutual fund promotional materials. So ...
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How do you measure investment returns?
Once you start investing, or for that matter even before you start, one question that may have struc...
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What is Risk-Adjusted Return? Why is this important for you to know?
When you compare the performance of two investments or check returns of your portfolio, you should n...
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What are Dividends? Is a mutual fund product that gives regular dividends better than one which does not?
Dividends are the mechanism through which profits made by a mutual fund on its investments are redis...
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What are the tax implications of investing in mutual funds?
Mutual funds have gained popularity among Indian investors as they offer a number of benefits like a...
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What is a New Fund Offer? Is it good to invest in NFOs?
A New Fund Offer or NFO refers to the time when a new product is launched. It is a first time subscr...
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WHAT IS A SYSTEMATIC INVESTMENT PLAN? HOW CAN IT HELP YOU?
A Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) is a highly popular facility offered by mutual funds where you ca...
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WHAT IS RUPEE COST AVERAGING? HOW DOES IT HELP YOU?
Age old wisdom dictates that you invest your money when the market is low, so that you can earn retu...
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What are Systematic Transfer Plans and Systematic Withdrawal Plans?
Systematic Transfer Plans (STPs) and Systematic Withdrawal Plans (SWPs) are investment tools availab...
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What are the factors to keep in mind before building a financial plan?
Very often, the best accomplishments are outcomes of meticulous planning. A sound financial position...
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What is life stage investing and what factors should you keep in mind while preparing for life’s various stages?
Life stage investing is the philosophy of investing that accounts for the various stages of life you...
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HOW SHOULD YOU PLAN FINANCIALLY FOR RETIREMENT?
*“It’s too early to think about all this, I’m only 25 now.”
“I’ve already saved enough ...
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What are the advantages of seeking professional advice?
The financial landscape can appear confusing and complex to the common man. It helps to have a ‘gu...
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You do not need to pay a commission directly, while buying mutual funds via an agent or a distributo...
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Is there any fundamental difference between financial planning for men and women?
A woman’s role in society has evolved significantly over the years. From being predominantly homem...
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What is robo-advisory? Does this help with investing?
Imagine having a robot to do all your domestic chores, drive you to work, set your reminders and fix...
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Should I put all my money in only mutual funds? How can I create a portfolio of mutual funds?
Most of us feel that our money flows through our hands just like water; there is no end to expenses ...
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Is there any facility available to time my investment based on the market levels?
Market linked investments especially stocks/shares are known to rise and fall steeply, mostly during...
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What are Scheme Related Documents? What information do these documents carry?
Varsha, 37, stares at the TV screen. The screen flashes an advertisement for a mutual fund scheme. T...
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Can I authorize someone to invest on my behalf?
Rita, a young business consultant, is a frequent traveler, making business trips that keep her out o...
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What happens to my investments if something happens to me?
Sudha, 40, looks through Sudhir’s investment papers. Sudhir’s recent death has left an emotional...
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Can I invest in foreign markets? What are the benefits?
Richa, a 32-year-old entrepreneur, is an active investor. She prefers equities due to the potentiall...
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How can non-resident Indians (NRIs) invest in mutual funds in India?
India is one of the fastest growing countries in the world. While you may reside abroad, as an India...
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Can investing in mutual funds help me save taxes beyond just section 80C?
'Is Section 80C the only section in the income tax law that helps me save tax? Is there nothing else...
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How Does the NPS Account Work?
The national pension system (NPS) is an investment plan which provides financial security and stabil...
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What are Dynamic Asset Allocation Funds?
Equity has the potential to create wealth over the long-term.
However, one must have the resilienc...
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What is the Power of Compounding
Small steps today can alter the course of your financial future in incredible ways. This, in a nutsh...
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What is financial planning and how can you start?
You might have a few goals set out for the years ahead. Financial planning is the process by which y...
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