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Source: Live Mint Napoleon Hill’s book Think and Grow Rich has inspired and provided practical wisdom for millions of investors worldwide. First published in 1937, this book has remained invaluable and has stood the test of time. It offers valuable lessons on achieving success in personal growth and financial markets. Here are seven key lessons…
Source: Live Mint To say the awareness around unclaimed assets is quite low would be a huge understatement. Taking into account unclaimed dividends and current market value of unclaimed shares, assets worth more than ₹90,000 crore are lying unclaimed with the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), according to data collected by Fee-Only Investment…
Source: Live Mint Before opening a fixed deposit, it is recommended to compare the fixed deposit (FD) interest rates offered by different banks. Lately, most commercial banks have slashed their interest on deposits as well as on advances. Here we list out the interest rates they offer on 1-year deposits as well as highest interest…
Source: Live Mint A credit score of 580 is generally considered subpar, that is, below the usual standard, in India. This can hinder access to favourable loan terms, credit cards and other premium credit products. However, with strategic financial planning and the development of sound money management habits, borrowers can significantly improve their credit scores…
Source: Live Mint If you are planning to raise a loan – secured or personal – one of the first things that you must do is to find your credit score. This is a three-digit number that reflects your creditworthiness i.e., your ability to repay a loan that you took. Higher the credit score, better…
Source: Live Mint I am a 57-year-old man in India currently finalising my estate planning to ensure a smooth transfer of assets to my children and to avoid future disputes. I’ve consulted multiple friends and colleagues to understand the key documents needed for a sound estate plan. How should I approach this? – Name witheld…
Source: Live Mint MF Central is a unified digital platform designed to simplify mutual fund management for investors in India. It was launched in 2021 as a collaboration between CAMS and KFintech, following directions from SEBI. While updating nominee details is one of its most widely used features, it is important to recognise that MF…
Source: Live Mint A foreign exchange platform – BookMyForex – has rolled out Global Forex Card which is meant to eliminate the hidden costs of spending abroad. The card is loaded in US dollar and is accepted in over 200 countries worldwide. It offers savings with zero cross-currency fees, no ATM withdrawal or cash disbursement…
Source: Live Mint There are a number of income tax (I-T)-related deadlines that are set to expire on April 30, 2025. One of the most pertinent ones is the deadline for the Vivad Se Vishwas Scheme 2024. Meant to reduce pending income tax litigation, among other things, this scheme will finally end on April 30….
Source: Live Mint After successful sessions in Bengaluru and Mumbai, Mint Horizons is set to make its way to the capital city with a curated masterclass on overseas investing. The Delhi edition, hosted by Mint and anchored by Neil Borate, Editor – Mint Money, is designed to empower Indian investors with the insights, tools, and strategies required to…
