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Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms have gained in popularity by enticing users with annual returns as high as 12 per cent
Updated : Jul 12, 2023

Rise of P2P lending platforms: Why users need to exercise caution before diving into it

Peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platforms have gained in popularity by enticing users with annual returns as high as 12 per cent. But investors need to exercise caution before diving headlong into this to avoid unpleasant surprises

Standard car insurance policies may feel inequitable for those who commute less. For them, 'Pay As You Drive' policies offer flexibility on premiums. But here are some things you need to know before opting for such policies
Updated : Jun 12, 2023

Insure your drive with PAYD policies to pay premium by distance driven

Standard car insurance policies may feel inequitable for those who commute less. For them, 'Pay As You Drive' policies offer flexibility on premiums. But here are some things you need to know before opting for such policies

Carrying cash is risky, especially when travelling abroad. It's vulnerable to being misplaced or stolen, and its value could fall if the dollar strengthens. Here are some tips for obtaining favourable forex rates
Updated : May 31, 2023

Travelling abroad? Here's how you can obtain favourable forex rates

Carrying cash is risky, especially when travelling abroad. It's vulnerable to being misplaced or stolen, and its value could fall if the dollar strengthens. Here are some tips for obtaining favourable forex rates

With incomes falling and health insurance premium rates rising sharply, senior citizens are struggling to cope. Here are some ways to manage health insurance costs
Updated : May 15, 2023

Making health insurance easy for senior citizens: Here's how insurance costs can be managed

With incomes falling and health insurance premium rates rising sharply, senior citizens are struggling to cope. Here are some ways to manage health insurance costs

With out-of-pocket expenses like doctor consultations, diagnostics and pharmacy bills not covered under regular health insurance policies, insurance plans with outpatient cover are slowly gaining traction
Updated : Mar 23, 2023

Money Today: Here's why health insurance plans with outpatient cover are gaining traction

With out-of-pocket expenses like doctor consultations, diagnostics and pharmacy bills not covered under regular health insurance policies, insurance plans with outpatient cover are slowly gaining traction

In a scenario where international markets have started recovering due to a slowly stabilising outlook, should you invest in foreign stocks, particularly of large tech firms?
Updated : Feb 21, 2023

Is the time ripe for Indian investors to invest in the shares of foreign tech companies?

In a scenario where international markets have started recovering due to a slowly stabilising outlook, should you invest in foreign stocks, particularly of large tech firms?

Three of the biggest names in the capital markets share their insights on how you can multiply your wealth in a growing economy
Updated : Feb 05, 2023

Nikhil Kamath, Radhika Gupta, Nilesh Shah: Tips on how you can multiply your wealth

Three of the biggest names in the capital markets share their insights on how you can multiply your wealth in a growing economy

Not just corporate bonds, state bonds are also performing well.
Updated : Nov 23, 2022

With interest rates rising, fixed-income instruments have become attractive. What are your options?

With interest rates rising, fixed-income instruments have suddenly become attractive. Take your pick from FDs, debt funds or corporate bonds

From scholarships to savings to summer internships, students have many means to fund their mba degree in case of a financial crunch, an education loan is another option
Updated : Nov 01, 2022

Want to do an MBA? Where will you get the money? Check out the options

From scholarships to savings to summer internships, students have many means to fund their mba degree. in case of a financial crunch, an education loan is another option

Succession planning ensures that the title of an asset is clear throughout the transition and the rightful heir can own the property in the most hassle-free manner possible.
Updated : Oct 16, 2022

How can you effectively plan your succession, both in your business and in your family? Some useful tips

The process, if not thought through in a careful and logical way, could give you split heirs. Will, Trust or gift --each method has its own advantage. Choose the one that suits you the best

From hacking to stealing, crooks have found innovative ways to defraud the public—through system malfunction, accidental release or not following security procedures.
Updated : Sep 19, 2022

How you can use card tokenisation and account aggregators to secure your financial data

Amid a surge in cyber frauds regulators are tightening the grip on scamsters by adding multiple layers of security to shield your financial data. Here's a look at how they work

For frequent travellers, Indian insurers now offer health policies that cover medical treatment across borders. Such policies are different from regular travel insurance
Updated : Sep 16, 2022

Why You Need a Global Health Cover

For frequent travellers, Indian insurers now offer health policies that cover medical treatment across borders. Such policies are different from regular travel insurance

The era of low interest rates seems to be over with the RBI raising the repo rate by 0.9 per cent in just 36 days. (Illustration by Anirban Ghosh)
Updated : Jul 20, 2022

Home Loan Rates are Rising. Here’s What You Need to Do

The era of low interest rates seems to be over with the RBI raising the repo rate by 0.9 per cent in just 36 days. Going forward, home loan rates are expected to cross 8 per cent this year. As lenders raise rates, here's how you can manage rising home loan EMIs

Illustration by Anirban Ghosh
Updated : Jul 04, 2022

Here's How You Can Get the Cheapest Personal Loan

Before you take a personal loan, compare interest rates along with other factors. a low rate will help reduce your EMIs significantly in a rising rate regime

With digital gold catching on, worrying about the yellow metal's storage and purity has become a thing of the past. (Image: Reuters)
Updated : Jun 20, 2022

Money Today: Here’s How you can Invest in Digital Gold

With digital gold catching on, worrying about the yellow metal's storage and purity has become a thing of the past. The underlying asset for these investment avenues is physical gold with returns pegged to its current prices. Here are some ways of investing in them

Illustration: Anirban Ghosh
Updated : Apr 22, 2022

Here’s All You Need to Know About Credit Scores

A healthy credit score is a barometer of your financial health. Here's what you need to keep in mind

Fad or future?
Updated : Apr 11, 2022

Fad or Future: Are NFTs here to stay?

Till a few years ago, very small fraction of investors saw potential in NFTs. But in 2021, the market opened up to massive NFT pitches globally. Is this a passing fad, or will the growth continue?

Illustration by Raj Verma
Updated : Mar 15, 2022

Life After Retirement: Here's Why Finances Should Be the Least of Your Worries

The life after could be joyful or painful, depending on how you manage your money for retirement play. Here are some tips on how to do it right

Illustration by Anirban Ghosh
Updated : Jan 14, 2022

What to Keep in Mind While Investing Overseas

Many Broking Firms Are Facilitating Investments In International Markets. Here’s The Lowdown On The Challenges And Risks

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Updated : Jan 03, 2022

Money Today: Does it Make sense to Invest in EVs?

Electric vehicles might be costlier than petrol-based ones; but can they save you money in the long run? We find out...

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Updated : Oct 23, 2021

Why You Shouldn’t Default on Loans

Collections have slowed down for major banks and NBFCs due to Covid-19. Here’s the lowdown on what happens if you default on a loan.