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Don't fall for agent's pitch on debt funds, go for simpler products instead
Even if a fund is hit due to a default, investors still stand a chance to make better returns than in a bank fixed deposit over the long term
 "Don't fall for agent's pitch on debt funds, go for simpler products instead")
Heirloom jewellery: A statement of legacy and forgotten craftsmanship
Ornaments in this domain are fast catching the imagination of young Indians, not only for their monetary value, but also for their traditional, very 'Indian-like' appeal
 "Heirloom jewellery: A statement of legacy and forgotten craftsmanship")
Planning to take an education loan? Here're the rates offered by banks
Defaulting on education loan can prove catastrophic
 "Planning to take an education loan? Here're the rates offered by banks")
Outbreak of 'yellow fever'
Central banks have started buying gold in large quantities and selling US dollars
 "Outbreak of 'yellow fever'")
Smart new models that can help you max the rental income from your house
We look at co-living and AirBnB versus traditional letting out models to suggest how to best exploit your property
 "Smart new models that can help you max the rental income from your house")
IPL 2019, MI vs KKR LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, MI vs KKR LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, KXIP vs CSK LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, KXIP vs CSK LIVE scoreboard
Five reasons why this Akshaya Tritiya is a good time to invest in gold
With global growth expected to slow down, a 10% allocation will provide downside protection to your portfolio
 "Five reasons why this Akshaya Tritiya is a good time to invest in gold")
IPL 2019, RCB vs SRH LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, RCB vs SRH LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad LIVE scorecard
IPL 2019, Royal Challengers Bangalore vs Sunrisers Hyderabad LIVE scorecard
IPL 2019, DC vs RR LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, DC vs RR LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, KXIP vs KKR LIVE scoreboard
IPL 2019, KXIP vs KKR LIVE scoreboard
Fund pick: Aditya Birla Sun Life Mid Cap Fund
Fund pick: Aditya Birla Sun Life Mid Cap Fund
 "Fund pick: Aditya Birla Sun Life Mid Cap Fund")
Travelling abroad? Carrying forex cards could work best for you
Cash works best in countries whose currencies are not majorly traded
 "Travelling abroad? Carrying forex cards could work best for you")
IPL 2019, Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad full scorecard
IPL 2019, Mumbai Indians vs Sunrisers Hyderabad full scorecard
Before investing in Morningstar's PMS, take a close look at cost structure
Outsource your asset allocation and fund selection worries
 "Before investing in Morningstar's PMS, take a close look at cost structure")
Realty check: Current rates and unit sizes in Rs 2-2.5-crore price range
Here is a snapshot of average current rates and unit sizes in localities that offer property in the price range of Rs 2 crore-Rs 2.5 crore
 "Realty check: Current rates and unit sizes in Rs 2-2.5-crore price range")
Reader's corner: Is petrol bill reimbursement in monthly salary tax-free?
If the reimbursement is for employee-owned vehicle, which we assume is a car, then nothing is taxable where reimbursement is for official duties
 "Reader's corner: Is petrol bill reimbursement in monthly salary tax-free?")
Tipping point: Stick to US-focused funds despite volatility
These funds have also performed well for the past several years
Rich valuations can trip investors; look for stock-specific opportunities
Experts have warned that the headline index has crossed the P/E of 26 only thrice-in April 2000, December 2007 and March 2019. The market had crashed each time on the earlier two occasions
 "Rich valuations can trip investors; look for stock-specific opportunities")