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Retirement Planning in India: 75% Have No Plan but Feel Confident

Behavioural Finance

7 min read

Retirement Planning in India: 75% Have No Plan but Feel Confident

Most Indians haven't planned retirement, but confidence levels remain fully funded.

Estate planning services in India: A complete guide

Estate Planning

6 min read

Estate planning services in India: A complete guide

You may have spent decades building a portfolio of homes, mutual fund SIPs, and other investments.…

Why India’s markets outgrew its advice

Personal Finance

12 min read

Why India’s markets outgrew its advice

Advice cannot be truly objective if its economics depend on what gets sold. These are the…

SBI Cashback credit card review 2026: Is it still worth it after the April devaluation?

Credit cards blogs

10 min read

SBI Cashback credit card review 2026: Is it still worth it after the April devaluation?

The SBI Cashback Card still promises 5% cashback online, but the April 2026 rulebook makeover has…

What’s new in NPS: How retirement income scheme (RIS) changes NPS withdrawal rules

NPS

7 min read

What’s new in NPS: How retirement income scheme (RIS) changes NPS withdrawal rules

PFRDA’s RIS introduces a new way to fund your retirement income.

How to buy electronic gold receipts (EGRs) in India

Investing

8 min read

How to buy electronic gold receipts (EGRs) in India

Love gold but not lockers, making charges, or worrying about purity? EGRs let you own real…

How mutual fund expense ratios are set and what you actually pay

Mutual Fund

8 min read

How mutual fund expense ratios are set and what you actually pay

Think you keep 100% of your returns? Mutual fund expense ratios have a different answer

What is estate planning, and why doing it matters earlier than most families expect

Estate Planning

6 min read

What is estate planning, and why doing it matters earlier than most families expect

Estate planning is equally important in your overall financial planning.

What is SIF in India? A complete guide to Specialized Investment Funds

Investing

5 min read

What is SIF in India? A complete guide to Specialized Investment Funds

SIFs are what happen when mutual funds hit the gym and learn hedge fund tricks. More…

How to check NPS balance 2026

Investing

3 min read

How to check NPS balance 2026

Your NPS balance won’t magically grow faster if you check it every day—but ignoring it completely…

Discover your MoneySign®: What does your financial personality say about your money habits?

Behavioural Finance

5 min read

Discover your MoneySign®: What does your financial personality say about your money habits?

With MoneySign®, get personalized insights to build better money habits.

HDFC Millennia Credit Card: Complete review 2026

Credit cards blogs

8 min read

HDFC Millennia Credit Card: Complete review 2026

The HDFC Millennia Credit Card offers 5% cashback on your favourite apps. The monthly cap makes…

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Discover your MoneySign®

Identify the personality traits and behavioural patterns that shape your financial choices.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What is financial planning?

Financial planning is the process of evaluating your current finances and making a plan to map your journey to financial well-being.

It involves looking at all aspects of your financial life - income, savings, debt, investments, etc.

The aim is to understand where you stand today financially and then chart a course to get you where you want to be in the long run.

Financial planning provides direction and structure to your finances. It helps you intentionally move toward financial wellness.

The plan equips you to prepare for expected life events like retirement as well as unexpected events.

In short, financial planning bridges your present circumstances to your desired financial future. It gives you a path to follow.

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What are the benefits of working with a financial advisor?

Working with a financial advisor can provide an invaluable perspective on your current situation. With the help of a financial advisor, you can assess your finances holistically - debts, assets, income streams, and more. With this comprehensive understanding, the advisor helps craft strategies tailored to your needs.

A financial plan crafted by a qualified advisor grants you agency over your financial life. It transforms vague anxiety about the future into proactive preparation. With expert guidance, you can map out actionable steps to strengthen your finances over time.

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Why is financial planning important?

Financial planning is important because it provides clarity and control over your finances.

Having a financial plan helps you:

  • Understand where you stand financially today
  • Map out specific steps to improve your financial situation
  • Prepare for major life events like marriage, child's education, retirement etc.
  • Budget effectively and evaluate your investment portfolio
  • Strategic Tax Planning & Filing
  • Manage and reduce debt
  • Being financially ready for emergencies
  • Creating a will to preserve your legacy

In short, financial planning is essential for financial stability and peace of mind. It gives your finances direction and purpose. With proper planning, you can take charge of your money and build financial security.

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