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Resolving disputes with your insurer can be a long battle

Legal expenses can be prohibitive and one may not get a favourable settlement unless the case is watertight

Decoding the company going for an IPO

In the past eight years, 283 companies have raised money via IPO and 157 are yet to return any profit to their investors

Irdai steps in to get rid of the middleman

The draft guidelines, if implemented, will ensure TPAs can no longer reject claims

Mutual Fund: Nimesh Shah

Infrastructure projects make this housing hub

Hotspot: Wadala, Mumbai

Buy a retirement home five years in advance

These homes offer services that help lead a smooth retired life. They can be bought, leased or taken on a pure rental basis

Let's focus on Indian equity

The gradual pace of recovery might disappoint but ignoring Greece and FII perspective could help

Depositors get some protection if bank fails

Deposits up to Rs 1 lakh are insured. Read on for ways to raise this cover

Don't vest retirement assets in an HUF

In case of a dispute or claim for partition within the family, you will not be able to assert your individual right over the asset

Use DigiLocker to store your digital documents by linking to Aadhaar

Case study

Monsoon getaways are cheaper on your pocket

Hotels, airlines offer discounts to attract customers during lean season; attractions include treks, nature trails, spa and wellness packages

Debt counseling: Sanjay Agarwal

Thriving mid-end residential location

Hotspot: Kadugodi Belt, Bengaluru

Should you invest directly outside India?

New norms make exit flexible for NPS investors

Individuals can now contribute till the age of 70, enabling them to take additional tax benefit

Construction may produce big winners

If the government delivers its election promises, then activity in the industry should increase

When corporate marriages affect stock price

Five things to look at when companies go for mergers and acquisitions

Making a style statement with your home

Branded residencies, designer-stamped homes have a snob value and are sold at a high premium, to willing buyers

Case study