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What is NPS Balanced Life Cycle Fund?

NPS

2 min read

What is NPS Balanced Life Cycle Fund?

The National Pension System (NPS) offers multiple investment options for retirement planning, including auto-choice investment strategies.…

Build an Emergency Fund or Invest First? What’s the Right Choice?

Personal Finance

3 min read

Build an Emergency Fund or Invest First? What’s the Right Choice?

During the Great Recession (December 2007 – June 2009), the U.S. unemployment rate rose from 5%…

Mutual Fund Taxation in India (FY 2024-25): What Investors Need to Know

Personal Finance

3 min read

Mutual Fund Taxation in India (FY 2024-25): What Investors Need to Know

Mutual funds continue to be one of the most popular investment options for individuals and institutions…

How to Compare Credit Cards

Credit cards blogs

8 min read

How to Compare Credit Cards

Credit cards—often viewed as a great tool of convenience by some due to their ease of…

How do Credit Cards Work

Credit cards blogs

3 min read

How do Credit Cards Work

In today’s fast-paced, digital world, credit cards have become an indispensable financial tool for millions of…

SPIVA Report – Unveiling the Active vs. Passive Debate

Mutual Fund

5 min read

SPIVA Report – Unveiling the Active vs. Passive Debate

The ongoing debate between active and passive funds has become a staple in the financial world.…

Active vs Passive Mutual fund: Which is best for you?

Mutual Fund

8 min read

Active vs Passive Mutual fund: Which is best for you?

Undecided on active vs. passive mutual funds? Get clarity on your investment goals and risk tolerance…

How Much Return Can You Expect from IPOs? An Average IPO Massively Underperforms Nifty 50 Returns, Shows Research

Investing

5 min read

How Much Return Can You Expect from IPOs? An Average IPO Massively Underperforms Nifty 50 Returns, Shows Research

How have the IPOs historically performed for investors who bought at the offer price and held…

Avoid These 8 Common Mistakes While Drafting Your Will: A Comprehensive Guide

Estate Planning

4 min read

Avoid These 8 Common Mistakes While Drafting Your Will: A Comprehensive Guide

Explore common pitfalls in will drafting and discover insightful tips to create a robust will for…

Optimizing Your Credit Card Usage: Strategies for Reward Maximization

Credit cards blogs

3 min read

Optimizing Your Credit Card Usage: Strategies for Reward Maximization

Dive into our exploration of credit card strategies, unlocking the potential for significant savings and benefits…

Home loan interest rates drop in 2025: MCLR vs. Repo Linked Lending Rate, which one should you choose to lower your home loan EMIs?

Loan Planning

6 min read

Home loan interest rates drop in 2025: MCLR vs. Repo Linked Lending Rate, which one should you choose to lower your home loan EMIs?

Home loan interest rates have started to drop following a series of repo rate cuts by…

Emotions, Ego’s and Equity Markets! 

Investing

4 min read

Emotions, Ego’s and Equity Markets! 

How much do we love listening to this Kishore Kumar classic…,’Zindagi ka Safar hai ye kaisa…

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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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