financial planning

Mutual funds: If you are a new investor and have just started experimenting with mutual funds, it is vital for you to chart out a full-fledged investment plan that aligns …

As the country looks forward to celebrating its 79th Independence Day 2025, it is an opportune time for citizens to plan efficiently and take control of their personal finances. The …

I’m hanging up my boots, not my gloves, says Ajit Menon with calm certainty, the kind that comes from years of intentional choices, not just in business, but in life. …

“Ek crore ho gaya toh life set hai” — This sentence has echoed across drawing rooms, chai stalls, the LIC agent brochures for decades and not to mention Amitabh Bachchan’s …

The traditionally offline real estate industry is rapidly embracing digital platforms to stay ahead. Many brokers now use social media platforms like Instagram, leveraging their large user base. This shift …

I’m a 42-year-old woman who runs a boutique design studio in Bengaluru. My income is irregular—it depends on projects—but I average around ₹1.5–2 lakh a month. I’ve never had a …

Who doesn’t dream of buying a house? Owning a home can have several benefits, apart from the obvious one. However, paying an enormous price for your dream home can turn …

Inflation doesn’t roar. It whispers. Think of a frog in gradually boiling water. It doesn’t realise the danger—until it’s too late. That’s inflation. It doesn’t break headlines like a stock …

As inflationary pressure eases and domestic investment regains traction, it is prudent to revisit five ‘rules of thumb’ reiterated by finance professionals to facilitate efficient financial planning. From estimating investment, …

A month ago, I did something both reckless and oddly responsible: I handed over control of my personal finances to ChatGPT. Yes! The chatbot almost everyone is hooked on for …