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02 Mar, 2015, 09.33 AM IST
- Axis Bank rolls out lifetime fixed rate home loan
This is the cheapest fixed rate loan available in the market. Most banks charge 13-13.5% interest for fixed rate home loans.
30 Sep, 2011, 11.52 AM IST
- IDFC lines up another batch of bonds to raise Rs 2,930 crore
Infrastructure Development & Finance Company, or IDFC, plans to raise 2,930 crore by selling bonds to retail investors, in its second attem...
12 Jan, 2011, 03.28 AM IST
- 'Don't be in hurry to change health cover'
Experts believe that unless customers are allowed to transfer benefits - which they have already earned on their existing policy — to the n...
10 Aug, 2010, 05.23 AM IST
- 'Don't rejig investment plans on proposed tax code'
Investment advisors are flooded with queries these days after the proposed changes in DTC were announced last week. Genuine advisors are su...
06 Jul, 2010, 12.19 PM IST
- Delay tax planning and pay the price
If you are ready to change the habit, here is a list of things you can do to put your finances in order and also get your full salary every...
27 Apr, 2010, 12.59 PM IST
- Estate planning a must to avoid inheritance of loss
Notwithstanding recent financial setbacks, most people claim they are better off financially than they were five years ago.
28 Aug, 2009, 11.09 AM IST
- MFs, the most hassle-free option to invest in gold
It is better for investors to go for exchange-traded gold funds, especially if they are looking for a hassle-free investment option, say ex...
02 Jul, 2009, 07.00 AM IST
- Companies offer higher rates on deposits
However, according to seasoned investment advisors, investors should be careful, as they may be taking unnecessary risk to get higher retur...
15 Apr, 2009, 03.51 AM IST
- Secure your valentine's financial future
Your best gift this year would be to help your partner feel financially secure and instil some fiscal discipline by enrolling him/her in sa...
13 Feb, 2009, 11.46 AM IST
- It's time to make some financial resolutions too
The resolution-making ritual is an integral part of welcoming the New Year. And if you are one of those planning to draw up a list of resol...
02 Jan, 2009, 01.22 AM IST
- Company FDs good bet for low-income investors
Tatas, Birlas and Godrej are lining up to raise funds through FDs for their companies. Gainers: BSE ( A, B ) | NSE | Losers: BSE ( A, B ) |...
11 Dec, 2008, 11.25 AM IST
- Build a 'trust' to make your child money wise
You can actually supplement these stereotypical gifts with some innovative foresight which they can appreciate in years to come.
15 Sep, 2008, 12.00 AM IST
- Stay fixed for short-term gains, SIP for long term11 Jul, 2008, 02.31 AM IST
- The bonus bounty: Play your cards right
If you want to use the money for medium-term needs, say 3-4 years, consider safe instruments like debt. This could be debt funds or even ar...
15 May, 2008, 12.00 AM IST
- Gift wrap: Give your mother financial security
With Mother’s Day just a couple of days away, it’s time to start a gift-hunting drive for the most important woman in your life
09 May, 2008, 01.48 AM IST
- How to live with defaults
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had released a concept paper on Financial Literacy and Credit Counselling Centres.
07 May, 2008, 03.42 AM IST