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Ambiguity over classification of rental income makes filing returns tricky

How return is filed will depend on whether you rent it on apps like Airbnb or simply let it out

Foreign auditors have turned skittish after Satyam, says Shankar Sharma

An Indian auditor is likely to be more circumspect, only if a company is unable to fix a problem would they take the extreme step of resigning

Investors backing off as auditors continue to resign from leading firms

When auditors resign, it is a clear sign of trouble. It makes sense to cut losses in such firms

Keep a close eye on credit quality, financials of NBFCs before investing

These instruments should not constitute more than 15-20% of your debt portfolio

Consumer sentiment, unemployment dive sharply in week ended June 03

In the week ended June 03, consumer sentiment dived to 93.66 from 100.70 the previous week; unemployment rate declined to 5.76% from 6.34% during the same period, according to CMIE data

Fund Analysis: Templeton India Growth Fund

Business Standard looks at the fund and its features

Buy comprehensive motor insurance cover to guard against natural calamities

If a tree falls on your car or it's damaged in flood, the insurer will compensate only if you have a comprehensive cover with suitable add-ons

China, Spain are emerging as hotspots for Indian students at US expense

In the US, Trump's policy of 'America for Americans first' is making the environment less welcoming for international students

Education loans: What is a moratorium period and what makes is so useful?

When taking a loan, it is important to look at various factors, and not just the interest rate

The crude oil conundrum

Investments may flow into exploration, and there may be greater emphasis on renewables

Own a high-end vehicle? Buy add-on covers to protect your car fully

Owners of high-end vehicles should explore more options such as engine protection, invoice cover and plans that cover accessories

Five investment classics that you must read this summer

If you have made losses in the recent stock market downturn and are feeling lost, read these classics to develop a robust investment framework that can withstand the ups and downs of the markets

Mind the changes when filing I-T returns; here is how it may impact you

If you miss the July 31 deadline, there is a late filing fee of up to Rs 10,000. Also, you cannot file returns beyond March 31, 2019

Smart spending: Healthcare services at home need not be expensive

Since there is little insurance cover, one has to meet the expenses out of one's own pocket

Planning to study abroad? Here are details of education loans by top banks

Here's how the education fees and terms of top banks

Close proximity to IT hubs makes Kukatpally in Hyderbad a hotspot

The most significant advantage of Kukatpally is its location and connectivity

Readers' Corner: Mutual Fund

Accrual funds are nothing but income fund

Communicate to the right person

Merely because an article is delivered to the correct address does not mean it's delivered to the intended recipient

Creditors want to sneak into your phone before they give you a loan

As digital lending starts to rely increasingly on phone records, messages and social media, questions about reliability of proxy indicators remain unanswered

HDFC's digital loan facility a quick way to meet short-term cash crunch

HDFC Bank's overdraft against mutual funds promises quick disbursal, but customers should also weigh the option of selling off their fund holdings