Page 23 - Financial Investment
Ignorance shouldn't lead to claim rejection
Follow the criteria laid down by insurance companies to ensure that your claim gets honoured
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Index funds right match for risk-averse investors
Actively managed ones give better returns in an emerging economy
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Be wary of fake I-T refund emails
Govt steps up security to check criminals seeking bank details of taxpayers
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Shift smart and cheaper, too
Opt for a reputed packer and mover. For new address proof, sign the rent agreement quickly
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Make the most of this annual windfall
Bonus payouts for the year have begun. We offer you a plan for making judicious use of this bonanza
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Professionals should start preparing for tax filing
Documents like TDS certificate from clients and maintenance of books of accounts are necessary
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Devangshu Datta: Good returns but conditions apply
If everything goes as planned, a rebalancing in favour of equity exposure will lead to higher returns
Invest like a professional
A few steps you can emulate to select suitable products for your goals
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Tax-free bonds score in secondary market
Holding these till maturity a recommended strategy
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A policy that covers your OPD expenses
Cigna TTK's ProHealth Accumulate can be a good addition to your health insurance contingency
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Dividend yield funds brave falling markets
Their good show makes them an ideal fit for conservative investors' equity portfolios
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Is your pension fund regulated?
Ask your HR department for details about the fund, trustees and returns
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Decoding credit score calculation
A good credit score makes it easier to secure a loan. You might even be able to negotiate for better rates in some loans
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Readers' Corner: Mutual Fund
Nimesh Shah, managing director & chief executive officer, ICICI Prudential Asset Management Company, answers your questions