Before applying for your home loan you should keep in mind some vital factors such as Interest rate determines the amount of EMI you will pay. Select a viable percentage which doesn’t pinch your pocket too much and moreover, doesn’t eat up all your income. Home loans generally have 2 kinds of interest rates i.e. …
What are the options available to a mutual fund investor? There are three primary options available: If no choice is exercised at the time of application, the fund house will select the default option for that scheme as mentioned in the application prospectus. How does the dividend option work? Under this option, you will get …
With the tax-saving season having begun, many people are thinking of investing in equity-linked saving schemes (ELSS), where they can get equity-like returns along with the benefit of tax saving. Here is a look at some of the key characteristics and benefits of ELSS: Benefit of tax saving: Tax Benefit under section 80c of the …
What is Systematic Transfer Plan (STP)? Systematic Transfer Plan (STP) is a strategy where an investor transfers a fixed amount of money from one category of fund to another, usually from debt funds to equity funds. Investing a lump sum amount in stocks or equity mutual fund could be dicey for the investor as equity …
What is Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP)? A Systematic Withdrawal Plan (SWP) is a facility that allows an investor to withdraw money from an existing mutual fund at predetermined intervals. Systematic withdrawal plans are used by investors to create a regular flow of income from their investments. Investors looking for income at periodical intervals usually invest …
When it comes to future of your child, you do not think twice. You will do whatever it takes. You can build it brick by brick and one step at a time without hurting your finances. Mutual Funds are a way to go. Here are 5 steps to secure your child’s future with mutual funds …
Nomination facility is offered for the transfer of mutual fund units in case of the unfortunate demise of the unit holder What is nomination for mutual fund investors? Nomination is the process of appointing a person to take care of the assets in the event of the investor’s demise. A nominee can be any person …
Liquid funds belong to the debt category of mutual funds. They invest in very short-term market instruments like treasury bills, government securities and call money. They are getting popular with retail investors as they offer much higher returns than a savings bank account and because you can cash out in a day 1. When should …