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FM brings cheer to first-time homebuyers

Another major development is REITs coming closer to reality

Five ways to improve your household budget

Today, when the nation's attention is on the Union Budget, take a moment to consider ways to improve your finances

Save for retirement and enjoy tax benefit, too

New retirement schemes from MFs offer Section 80C benefit but locks in your money for five years

Only your prudence can keep scamsters at bay

The PACL scam highlights the need for investors to do their homework before giving their money to any entities

How to choose the right financial planner

Look for one with the right mix of qualification, experience, ethics knowledge, and communication skills

Happily ever after, financially

What newly-weds could do to smoothly integrate their incomes, expenses, financial values and risk appetites

NRIs should take advantage of slowing Indian realty

Despite the slowdown, property investments can give them good returns over the long term

Don't invest by looking in the rear-view mirror

New investors should avoid investing in last year's outperformers because it is too soon to take a decision. Old investors should rebalance their portfolios

Use your house as a tax haven

Whether buying, selling or renting, there are opportunities for saving tax. Make the most of these

Improve your credit score before applying for a home loan

If it doesn't meet a bank's cut-off limit, you could be denied a loan. Here are ways to improve this vital number