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Should freelancers start One Person Company? Here are the pros and cons

The owner of a one-person company has limited liability, but has to go through more paperwork

India vs New Zealand 4th ODI LIVE Scorecard

India vs New Zealand 4th ODI LIVE Scorecard

Banking and PSU debt funds are the best alternative to bank fixed deposits

Their annual returns are slightly over 8% and can be a good choice for risk-averse investors

Volatile Zee shares cast a shadow on MFs' loan-against-shares play

Experts say instances of lower share cover can backfire for fund houses as markets remain in a bearish phase

Sectoral issues a concern for M&MFin; profitability down by 54 bps in Q3

Net interest incomegrew by 20% YoY to Rs 1,204 crore, while net profit, at Rs 319 crore, took a 20% hit, compared to the previous year

Make long-term bets on real estate, pick firms with strong brands, low debt

If you are convinced the sector has more positives than negatives, then stick to companies with a strong balance sheet, brand and good execution record

India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: LIVE scoreboard

India vs New Zealand 3rd ODI: LIVE scoreboard

Classy home bars to keep the spirits high at your house-warming party

There is a wide array of barware you can choose from, depending on your taste for aesthetics and your budget

Here are a few tips on how to increase your credit score quickly

Limit spending on card to 30-35 per cent of the credit limit

Airline sector is a tough bet

While falling crude oil prices is a positive, there are other sectors which might do better

Picking the right product to save on taxes and meet your long-term goals

With the time for submitting proof of investments barely a fortnight away, here's a look at key criteria you should employ when selecting tax-saving instruments like ELSS, term and health cover

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI LIVE scoreboard

India vs New Zealand 2nd ODI LIVE scoreboard

Non-life insurers see 13.14% rise in gross premium underwritten in Apr-Dec

The total gross premiums underwritten by the private insurers are to the tune of Rs 59, 513.59 crore in April-December 2018 against Rs 47,382.33 crore in the same period in 2017

Make your style statement without words with some showstopper furniture

Standout furniture needn't be expensive, but must reflect the personality of the buyer; it is bought for the long run and isn't something that changes with seasons

Fund pick: Axis Focused 25

Fund pick: Axis Focused 25

A snapshot of top-up home loan rates offered by various banks

Here is how the top-up home loan rates offered by various banks stack up

Do not exit debt funds hit by IL&FS events as resolution may happen soon

Fund houses still haven't used the side-pocketing option

Understand the difference between risk and uncertainty while investing

Most people are unable to appreciate the difference between risk and uncertainty. When you invest in the markets or in any other asset class, there is an element of risk.

Realty check: Current rates and unit sizes in Rs 1-1.5 crore price range

If you are looking at buying real estate, an idea about prevailing rates would come in handy

Should you invest in banking and financial services funds at this time?

If you do want to take a tactical bet on sector funds, enter a category that is down and out currently