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Make the best of safe components in your salary structure (12 March 02:58) |
| With inflationary trends on the rise and the annual Budget presented recently, what are the safe components of your salary structure? After all, “money saved is money earned!” |
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E-payment the smarter way to stay ahead (11 March 05:51) |
| Internet and mobile banking have enabled bill payment at the click of a mouse, unburdening the users of anxiety of missing the deadline and consequently, shelling out penal charges.
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Equities must get a fair share in your asset allocation (10 March 01:10) |
| Equities must get a fair share in your asset allocation while planning for wealth creation over a period of time.
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Let a PMS provider take your investment call (10 March 01:04) |
| Too busy to plan your investments? Let a portfolio manager do it for you. But how do you select the right PMS provider? ET offers some tips
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IDFC launches capital protection-oriented funds (09 March 01:12) |
| There is a class of investors who are unhappy with fixed deposit rates but do not want to take chances. It is keeping such investors in mind that IDFC Mutual Fund has launched the first in i... |
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Protect capital maximise returns with post office-equity SIP combo (08 March 01:19) |
| Of the total population that saves and invests, only a very tiny fraction ever invests in any asset that is backed by equity. |
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A guide to financial freedom for women (08 March 01:14) |
| On the occasion of International Women’s Day, ET gets three women money managers to share a few tips with their fellow-women on creating a road map to a financially secure future.
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Earn well but save better (07 March 07:27) |
| With a little tweaking, you can achieve your long-term goals.
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All about premium on debt (06 March 02:30) |
| Debt Doctor guides borrowers on managing debt & renegotiations.
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Women get involved in your family finances (05 March 12:08) |
| Although women seem to abhor managing money in a structured fashion, they are excellent at managing the household budget, and even manage to regularly save for a rainy day. |
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ATR backs hike in Govts contribution for employees pension scheme (04 March 11:07) |
| An ATR (action taken report) of the Parliamentary Standing Committee Labour has insisted that the Centre upwardly re-vise the rate of its contribution for the pension fund such that it is fi... |
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Gratuity for private sector employees raised to Rs 10 lakh (04 March 11:01) |
| Bringing cheers for thousands of private sector employees, the government today approved raising the ceiling for payment of gratuity to them from Rs 3.5 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. |
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Invest more in equity when markets fall (04 March 06:44) |
| While greed and fear cannot be simply eliminated from investing, having control over the same is essential for successful investing. Pvt banking I Invest in commodities
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Tax policy is needed to support small businesses (04 March 01:38) |
| It is important to provide necessary tax and policy support to the individuals/SMEs to ensure overall inclusive growth. |
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Ignore the herd and learn to profit from it (04 March 01:30) |
| One may argue that selling ahead of downturn provides an opportunity to buy later at lower prices. But, the ideal strategy is to invest more in equity when markets fall rather than liquidate... |
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Pension fund for those with low-risk appetite (03 March 01:47) |
| Templeton India Pension Fund is for those investors who want to participate in a mutual fund that invests in high-quality debt and also has a sizeable equity component. |
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It pays to spread your bets on commodities (03 March 01:38) |
| Investing in commodities can be hot and volatile. It is better you don't invest all your money at one go. |
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Query Corner Investment (01 March 03:18) |
| I work for a MNC and have a saving of Rs 5 lakh in my account. Kindly suggest an investment plan to get a monthly pension. |
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PF depositors to get 85 return for 2010-11 (28 February 11:12) |
| Retirement fund manager EPFO's key advisory body Finance and Investment Committee (FIC) has recommended 8.5 per cent interest on provident fund (PF) deposits for 2010-11, the same return giv... |
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Guys live life to the full but not without a financial plan (26 February 02:39) |
| ET does a financial case study with 3 ready-to-be working professionals and their respective advisors to strike a balance between financial prudence and their lifestyles. |
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Parents get a fix on costs of study overseas (26 February 02:37) |
| Today, more and more children are travelling abroad for their studies. You need a fix on tuition fees, accommodation and living expenses — else the budget can skyrocket. |
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How changes in ESOP taxation will impact you (25 February 05:36) |
| Are you covered under your company’s stock option plan? Here we take a look at the provisions affecting stock options. Direct Tax Code: How are you affected?
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Get the most out of your annual bonus and hikes (25 February 02:50) |
| With cos lining up bonuses and pay hikes, you should use the money to pay off high-cost debt while planning some wise investments. |
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Tweak tax policy to support senior citizens women (25 February 02:45) |
| Keeping in view the current economic situation and overall macro socio-development objectives, more needs to be done on this account.
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Query Corner Banking Finance (25 February 02:40) |
| Our expert Guides you In Matters Relating To Banking & Finance. Email to etquerybkg@indiatimes.com |
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10 things to do before March 31 (23 February 05:08) |
| Here are 10 things you should normally do before March 31, 2010, particularly to avoid the last-minute rush and claim all the available exemptions/deductions. |
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Assess the risk before investing in Esops (23 February 01:35) |
| Esops are employee-retention tools that an employee can continue to hold for life. Learn here on how much to subscribe. |
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Savings accounts will earn you more (20 February 08:45) |
| From April 1 this year, the money lying in your savings bank account will fetch you slightly higher return. The investor's turn to dream | Income tax on house property |
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EPF may keep 85 interest payout for 2010-11 (19 February 10:11) |
| Over 4.5 crore subscribers to the Employees Provident Fund (EPF) are likely to get an interest payout of 8.5% for the sixth year in a row for 2010-11. |
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Interest on SB deposits on daily basis from Apr RBI (19 February 09:42) |
| In what would bring cheers to savings account holders, the Reserve Bank on Friday asked banks to start calculating interest rates on savings accounts on a daily basis from April 1.
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EPFO likely to pay 85 per cent interest on PF deposits (19 February 04:23) |
| For the sixth year in a row, the EPFO subscribers are likely to get 8.5 per cent interest on their provident fund (PF) deposits for 2010-11. |
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Children you can be a pro at managing your money (19 February 04:02) |
| Before the parents decide to move on to the next article, my advice to them is tarry a while: Your kids need your help.
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Follow the inheritance rules to preserve legacy (18 February 01:47) |
| Inheritance of ancestral property brings with it certain responsibilities besides windfall gains. |
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Outsource routine jobs to improve quality of life (18 February 01:43) |
| Many middle class households have discovered that by outsourcing routine and low-end jobs, a couple can focus more on their career or hobbies and actually improve their quality of life. |
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Your return from debt instrument is -ve (17 February 10:58) |
| Your net return from investment in a debt instrument has become negative , taking into account the overall inflation level of 8.5% in the second week of January .
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Add to equity assets and switch to term insurance (17 February 02:21) |
| Thirty-seven-year-old Nilesh Agarwal, is comfortably placed with an annual income of Rs 6 lakh and a house. The key financial goal he has set for himself in the short-term is buying a second... |
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Query Corner Finance (15 February 02:40) |
| Our PF expert Pankaj Mathpal,Certified Financial Planner helps you navigate the complex world of finance. Email YOur Questions to etquery@indiatimes.com. |
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Buy your valentine the gift shell need (12 February 01:33) |
| Let mind rule over your heart this Valentine’s Day. Preeti Kulkarni & Vidyalaxmi follow a cost-benefit analysis to select some gifts your beloved would appreciate.
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This V-day say it with financial security (11 February 03:15) |
| With Valentine’s Day around the corner, you could keep an eye for practical gifts that could help financially secure your partner’s future:
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Live With a income of Rs 20000 a month cities dont matter (11 February 02:56) |
| With a combined income of Rs 20,000 a month, a couple can still lead a decent life in any Indian city. Three experts do the math for you keeping in mind the costs of living in 3 cities.
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Live With an income of Rs 20000 a month cities dont matter (11 February 02:56) |
| With a combined income of Rs 20,000 a month, a couple can still lead a decent life in any Indian city. Three experts do the math for you keeping in mind the costs of living in 3 cities.
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Family Budget Invest maximum savings in diversified MFs via SIPs (10 February 04:14) |
| The combined annual income of Sudhir Bajpai (40), who is employed in the financial services sector, and his wife Anjali amounts to Rs 6.5 lakh.
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ET in the classroom All about Section 80C of IT Act (10 February 04:01) |
| In order to encourage savings, the government gives tax breaks on certain financial products under Section 80C of the Income Tax Act.
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Know your worth while negotiating your salary (10 February 01:23) |
| Guys, the cost of living keeps rising. To keep pace with it, you’ve got to earn much more. Make sure you get paid for what you’re worth. |
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Spot check HDFCs systematic savings plan (09 February 01:22) |
| Last week, housing finance major HDFC introduced a recurring deposit scheme that comes with a variable interest rate structure. |
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A ll investment can get your house better value (09 February 01:16) |
| There are certain features that make houses more appealing to buyers. Go for these and enhance your house’s value. They won't cost you a bomb either.
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Loan pre-payment or ELSS Its all about term (08 February 03:11) |
| In a rising market, ELSS investment may fetch you better returns. But if you have a long-term home loan outstanding, it makes sense to pre-pay it. |
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List income assets before you make a financial plan (05 February 01:19) |
| Our Personal Finance expert will guide you on saving, spending and investing in this weekly column.
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Buy a policy create ac for your domestic help (04 February 02:38) |
| In most Indian homes, household help, including drivers; maids; cooks and security guards are often an integral part of life. Their services are particularly critical in homes where both the... |
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Liquid plus schemes set to lose sheen (03 February 03:31) |
| FOR years, companies and banks have been parking their idle money in a particular mutual fund category, thanks to its superior returns and tax benefits.
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