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Buying home, investing in equal-weight index: Top personal finance stories

This week we report about the financial planning needed to buy a home and what investors must consider about equal-weight indexes

Rate cuts and higher discretionary spending likely to boost tech funds

These schemes invest at least 80 per cent in shares of technology companies. As of August 31, 2024, 26 technology sector schemes managed assets worth Rs 45,637 crore.

80% increase in term insurance purchases by women in 2 years: Report

Term insurance purchases of high-cover plans by Indian women increased by 120% over the past two years

How debit, credit card insurance can save you after fraud, accidents & more

Card fraud can seem like something that only happens to others until it happens to you. This is why credit and debit card insurance becomes vital

Pension plans of various companies, terms, fees collected in one table

Deferred annuity payouts, single and joint plans, 'lifetime income' other schemes explained

EB-2 visa hits 2024 limit: Wait until October 1 to apply for US immigration

The EB-2 visa is designed for foreign nationals with advanced degrees or exceptional abilities in their fields

Police book 25 travel agents for fake overseas jobs: Why you must be wary

These agents were specifically targeting vulnerable job seekers, especially youths, with the promise of lucrative overseas jobs

Indian parents risk 64% of retirement savings for child's foreign education

More Indian parents are sending their children abroad for studies, but HSBC's 2024 Quality of Life Report shows this may risk their financial future, with rising costs impacting savings

SSY: Attractive scheme for girl child, provided you don't mind lock-in

An account can be opened for a girl child below 10 years of age. It matures 21 years from the end of the financial year in which it was opened

These 2 new car insurance add-ons could cut your out-of-pocket expenses

Magma HDI has introduced two new add-ons to its motor insurance policy that could help reduce these unexpected costs

To determine number of mutual funds to hold, fix your investment goal

Diversifying portfolio is essential for economic stability, according to experts

Soon, your car's scrappage will depend on pollution, not age: Here's how

The government is now studying the vehicle scrappage policy from a pollution perspective

Man nearly duped of Rs 44,000 in credit card scam: How it unfolded

How do you identify a fraudulent call? Here's what experts suggest

Toronto to Windsor: Regions impacted by Canada's cut in temporary workers

Some of the largest CMAs in Canada, including Windsor, Edmonton, and Toronto, have the highest unemployment rates

Opt for e-DRS when you are seeking relief from penalty and prosecution

The e-DRS offers a faster and more cost-effective alternative to traditional litigation

How long does it take for a home loan to be sanctioned after applying?

Home loan sanction process can take anywhere from a few days to a few weeks

Thailand, Malaysia top visa-free destinations for Indian travellers in 2024

Thailand, in particular, has emerged as the top visa-free destination for Indian tourists based on Agoda's accommodation search data

Axis Bank announces new fixed deposit interest rates of up to 7.75%

Lender is offering 7.75% interest rate, some of the country's leading banks are offering competitive interest rates to attract FD investors

Chandigarh visa scam: How a Rs 65 lakh immigration fraud duped 45 people

The scam came to light following a complaint by a Rajasthan resident who fell prey to the fraudulent visa consultancy

US extends work permit renewals to 540 days for immigrants: What this means

The proposed changes update employment rules for dependent spouses, increase flexibility for who resign, are terminated, or are religious workers awaiting visas or at the end of their stay