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How to Secure Your Family’s Future with Succession Planning?

Personal Finance

5 min read

How to Secure Your Family’s Future with Succession Planning?

Secure your family's legacy and peace of mind through effective succession planning.

How To Master Financial Planning During Major Life Stages

Personal Finance

4 min read

How To Master Financial Planning During Major Life Stages

Life’s transitions are pivotal moments that shape our journey, affecting both our financial well-being and emotional…

Without a Home of My Own

4 min read

Without a Home of My Own

Early in our lives, my husband and I had decided one thing: we would not live…

Navigating the Claims Process: Tips for a Smooth Experience with Health Insurance in India

Insurance

4 min read

Navigating the Claims Process: Tips for a Smooth Experience with Health Insurance in India

Navigating the claims process can be a daunting task for many individuals when it comes to…

How to Plan Your Income and Expenses After Marriage?

Personal Finance

4 min read

How to Plan Your Income and Expenses After Marriage?

As you and your spouse bring your lives together, your finances will play a key role…

What is RERA Carpet Area? Why It’s Important, How It’s Calculated?

Real estate

4 min read

What is RERA Carpet Area? Why It’s Important, How It’s Calculated?

In this blog, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about RERA carpet area: what…

Tax planning for salaried Individuals – Beginners guide

Tax Planning

6 min read

Tax planning for salaried Individuals – Beginners guide

This guide empowers salaried individuals with essential tax planning knowledge to effectively manage taxes and maximize…

The Tussle Between Traditional and Behavioural Finance: A Historical Perspective

Personal Finance

3 min read

The Tussle Between Traditional and Behavioural Finance: A Historical Perspective

Explore the riveting clash of ideologies as traditional finance meets the innovative insights of behavioral finance…

How to afford a house in India in 2024!

Personal Finance

4 min read

How to afford a house in India in 2024!

In my short career of being a financial planner for the last 12 years, I have…

Safeguarding Investments: What Happens When a P2P Lending Platform Shuts Down in India?

P2P

2 min read

Safeguarding Investments: What Happens When a P2P Lending Platform Shuts Down in India?

In recent years, Peer-to-Peer (P2P) lending platforms have gained significant traction in India as a popular…

Behind the Scenes of Building MoneySign®

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Behind the Scenes of Building MoneySign®

When we set out to build 1 Finance, one of the things we had the most…

The Basics of Financial Well-Being: What Does It Really Mean?

Personal Finance

5 min read

The Basics of Financial Well-Being: What Does It Really Mean?

Unlock the true meaning of financial well-being as we delve into its key components, from budgeting…

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Discover your MoneySign®

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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.