Mutual Funds
Mutual Fund Size – Does it really matter?
It is innate of humans to think that big retail chains, big shops, or big media houses offer better services or goods. The logic behind...
Investment Decisions – Things to know
During times of volatility in the stock markets we usually tend to come across a lot of conflicting opinions. Risk has always been a vital...
When should you sell mutual funds?
All of us who put in their money into mutual funds (MF) know that there are thousands of MF schemes in the market. Hence, it...
Parag Parikh Long Term Equity Fund – Review
A mutual fund (MF) scheme which provides a geographical spread can be perfect for conservative long-term investors. It offers a certain level of advantage to...
Oldest Mutual Fund Schemes – How have they performed so far?
In 1993, the government of India opened up the mutual fund (MF) sector to competition from private players. Before opening up of the market, mutual...
After the Kerala floods, new guidelines set by IRDAI for easier insurance claims process
The IRDAI, or the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India, has put forth new guidelines for processing and settlement of claims applied by insured...
Mid-caps performing below expectations in 2018 – What next?
The current market conditions have seen the benchmark indices rise to new lifetime levels. In such a scenario many are finding small caps and battered...
Things that can affect your credit score in India
The financial life of all individuals is directly affected by their credit score. The creditworthiness of all is determined by the credit score. It is...
How to save money for travel/vacation with good short term-investment options!
One of the major factors which helps determine whether or not one ends up enjoying a vacation is the manner in which the funds for...
How to create an Emergency Fund Corpus via Mutual Fund Investments
One of the most important aspects of sound financial planning is setting aside expenses for 3 to 6 months for emergencies. One of the easiest...
Why Dividend Option in Mutual Funds are to be Skipped
The so-called dividends associated with mutual fund investments need to be phased out. It is important to eliminate the dividend option and replace it with...
Why you should invest in Debt Funds
We generally tend to overlook investing in debt funds before of the fact that it offers reduced returns as compared to investments in equities. It...
Should I invest in FMCG Mutual Funds?
FMCG (fast moving consumer goods) mutual fund (MF) schemes have given good performance over different time periods in the past. This has resulted in the...
Are Small Cap Mutual Funds a Good Investment?
A lot of investors, particularly those who have just begun investing, tend to lay their bets on small-cap mutual fund (MF) schemes so as to...
Why are equity-linked saving funds better than regular equity schemes?
Popularly referred to as ELSS/equity-linked saving schemes, tax saving mutual funds showed some really good performance in 2017, with its good run beginning in June...
Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana – How it can help Senior Citizens get fixed income!
With the PMVVY or the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana scheme offered by the LIC (Life Insurance Corporation of India), seniors citizens have the option...
Joint Investment Options with spouse for a better financial future
Investing in the correct areas can be a rather difficult process when one does it all on their own. However, the presence of a partner...
How to Invest Bank Fixed Deposit Maturity Proceeds into Debt Mutual Funds
Of late it looks like several investors are seeking different options of investment with regards to bank fixed deposits. There has been a surge in...
After LTCG Tax, What is Better, Mutual Fund or ULIP?
The new financial budget announced by the central government announced a new long term capital gains/LTCG tax on investments. Since then a lot of insurance...
How to Invest in Mutual Funds for Minors?
Can Minors invest in Mutual Funds? Most parents usually invest some money in mutual funds or other kinds of investment options in the names of...
5 Best Equity Mutual Fund Managers in India for 2018
Despite the turmoil around the world, both domestic and foreign money has continued to flow into the Indian market over the past few years. Retail...
