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August 31, 2005



6 steps to financial planning for women
We simplify the investment and financial planning process for you.




August 30, 2005



All about medical insurance
Mediclaim covers not only the expenses incurred during hospitalisation but also the pre and post-hospitalisation expenses (subject to conditions).




August 26, 2005



Hey, Sebi's batting for the retail investor
Sebi has now targetted the rising initial issue expenses charged by the mutual fund houses from investors.

Should you ask for MF rebates?
The next time you decide to invest in mutual funds, just remember getting a rebate may not be very beneficial to you.

The top monthly income plans
MIPs can add significant value and investors must consider making allocations in line with their risk appetite.




August 23, 2005



Now, save tax by caring for animals
By donating to wildlife institutions, one can earn income-tax breaks.




August 22, 2005



Markets besieged by volatility
Our advice to investors -- subject to your risk appetite, get invested in tax-saving funds using the systematic investment plan (SIP) route.




August 19, 2005



How to get a home renovation loan
For the renovation loan to be sanctioned, a quotation must first be obtained from a qualified civil contractor/engineer/architect




August 18, 2005



Don't like stocks? Invest in MIPs
If you want a taste of equities but are still apprehensive about going the whole way, try out a monthly income plan.




August 17, 2005



Tax-saving funds & how to invest
Here's an investment strategy for investments in tax-saving funds.




August 16, 2005



How good is Reliance Tax Saver Fund?
RTSF will be managed aggressively like its diversified equity fund siblings; also the fund is likely to be a high risk - high return investment proposition.

A flood of new fund offers greets investors
While index funds have done very well for themselves in the US, Indian investors haven't really taken to them like a fish to water. There are several reasons for the lukewarm response to index funds

Get more from your insurance policy
Simply put, riders are add-on benefits which can be bought along with a life insurance policy. They enable insurance seekers to increase the scope of protection offered by the insurance policy for a price.

PII Fund: High risk, high return
The fund can add value to informed investors who have a view on the infrastructure sector and a flair for high risk investment avenues.




August 11, 2005



Money? Grab that short-term plan
If you're looking for a slightly better return than that on floaters, STPs may be a good idea.




August 10, 2005



Should you invest in index funds?
Index funds need to urgently address the issue of lower costs, because this can make a considerable difference to the total returns over a period of time.




August 09, 2005



How to save for old age, with less tax
ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company has introduced a new retirement plan -- Golden Years.




August 08, 2005



4 things MF investors must do now
This is the right time to get out of schemes, which have not lived up to your expectations.




August 05, 2005



The Top 15 mutual funds
If you invested simply to make a quick buck, this would be a good time to book profits.




August 04, 2005



Flooded? Here's how to claim insurance
In order to claim insurance against any policy, it is imperative to have some proof of a loss.

5 great tips to rule the bull market
Here are five golden rules you need to remember in your encounter with the roaring bull.




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