Psychology says comparing your life with others online silently damages self-worth: Why someone else’s success can make your own progress feel invisiblePsychology does not encourage people to avoid inspiration or disregard the achievements of others. Rather, research suggests that self-wort...
14 Jun, 2026, 04.08 PM IST
RBI's rate-setting panel starts deliberations, policy announcement on FridayThe RBI's Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) began its three-day meeting on Wednesday, with most economists expecting the central bank to keep...
03 Jun, 2026, 03.28 PM IST
Bengaluru techie earns Rs 1.7 lakh a month but still wants to sublet a room in his new home: 'Part of me feels trapped'A Bengaluru tech professional is experiencing significant financial stress after purchasing his first home. Despite a good salary, the home...
02 Jun, 2026, 01.41 PM IST
Americans are earning more, but still can’t afford homes - here’s why families now need more than $116,000 income to buy a house in the USUS housing market 2026: Despite rising wages, many American families find homeownership increasingly out of reach as housing costs outpace ...
28 May, 2026, 02.01 AM IST
Robert Kiyosaki asks: Why are outdated money habits still trapping hardworking professionals despite rising salaries? The viral Rich Dad Poor Dad wealth lesson reshaping financial freedom globallyMore than 62% of working professionals now live paycheck to paycheck despite rising salaries and better jobs. That growing financial pressu...
12 May, 2026, 07.44 PM IST
'I need a place I can call home': Bengaluru woman, 31, earning Rs 2.6 lakhs per month, wonders if she can afford Rs 2.3 crore homeA Bengaluru woman's query about affording a 2.3 crore home highlights a common dilemma for high earners. Despite a strong income and saving...
17 Apr, 2026, 10.34 AM IST
Want to buy a house? Bengaluru CA breaks down the real salary you need to afford a flatA chartered accountant's 20-30-40 rule simplifies home affordability. It suggests a 20-year loan tenure, EMIs capped at 30% of income, and ...
08 Apr, 2026, 12.50 PM IST
Rs 1 crore income, still unable to buy home: Gurgaon couple frustrated with 'broken' real estate market after months of searchDespite earning a combined Rs 1 crore annually, a Gurgaon-based couple is struggling to buy a home in the city. With a budget of Rs 1.5–1.7...
03 Feb, 2026, 09.30 PM IST
A guide to PMAY-Urban 2.0: Affordable housing for urban IndiaDream of owning a home? Discover PMAY-Urban 2.0 benefits, including interest subsidies and financial aid for urban housing. Check your elig...
21 Jan, 2026, 06.57 PM IST
From Mumbai to Pune: How young professionals are navigating property prices, 1 Finance studyIndia’s young workforce, with a median age of 28, is driving demand for homeownership, shaping urban development and economic growth. A stu...
16 Oct, 2025, 03.42 PM IST
She owned 4 homes but sold them all to live on rent: Millionaire money coach shares how renting helped her get richerFinancial coach Bernadette Joy challenges the traditional belief that homeownership is essential for wealth. After owning four properties, ...
09 Sep, 2025, 06.27 PM IST
Buying flat is easy but...: CA shares his laid-off Pune techie friend's storyYoung professionals in Pune face homeownership challenges. High-paying jobs lead to buying apartments. A Chartered Accountant shares cautio...
19 Aug, 2025, 11.38 AM IST
India home prices to climb faster than inflation this year, rents even more: Reuters pollIndia's home prices and rental costs are projected to surpass consumer inflation this year. Rising prices combined with slower economic gro...
05 Mar, 2025, 07.55 AM IST
'Educated workers earn only to pay taxes': Chennai couple earning Rs 1.5 lakh monthly struggles to own a home, ignites debateA Chennai couple with a combined income of Rs 1.5 lakh per month still finds it difficult to own a home. Despite being successful professio...
10 Oct, 2024, 12.32 PM IST
Decoding the importance of term insurance at every stage of your lifeTerm insurance offers financial security and peace of mind at every stage of life. When young and single, it helps build a foundation and s...
02 Feb, 2024, 11.00 AM IST
Mumbai property stamp duty July revenue remains steady despite lower registrationsThe country’s financial capital witnessed over 10,221 property registrations in the month of July helping generate stamp duty collection wo...
31 Jul, 2023, 08.42 PM IST
- Fannie, Freddie spent about $186 million on lobbying, political contributions
For years, US mortgage giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac worked to nurture, and then protect, their financial empires by promoting homeowne...
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