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Where are Indians investing—equity, debt, gold or real estate?

Investing

9 min read

Where are Indians investing—equity, debt, gold or real estate?

Learn how young, old, and those in between Indians invest

5 Key Retirement Planning Strategies for Every Age

Retirement Planning

9 min read

5 Key Retirement Planning Strategies for Every Age

Whether you're just starting your career or nearing retirement age, this article outlines 5...

Here’s the Most effective Strategy for Retirement Planning

Retirement Planning

4 min read

Here’s the Most effective Strategy for Retirement Planning

What is Retirement Planning? Retirement planning involves preparing today for your future life so that you…

Investing in multi-asset allocation funds? Don’t just focus on returns, understand the risks as well

Mutual Fund

10 min read

Investing in multi-asset allocation funds? Don’t just focus on returns, understand the risks as well

Lately, multi-asset allocation funds (MAAFs) have been popping up with impressive performance numbers, with many AMCs…

5 Horsemen of Solid Personal Financial Planning

Personal Finance

5 min read

5 Horsemen of Solid Personal Financial Planning

Throughout history one question has been consistently pondered upon- what constitutes a well-lived life? While the…

Liability Planning: A Comprehensive Guide

Loan Planning

8 min read

Liability Planning: A Comprehensive Guide

Looking to protect your assets and minimize your financial risks?

India’s Great Wealth Transfer: Will and estate planning to take centre stage

Estate Planning

5 min read

India’s Great Wealth Transfer: Will and estate planning to take centre stage

You’re about to witness something India has never seen before. Over the next few years, a…

How We Evaluate Home Loan Lenders (and How It Helps You)

Loan Planning

6 min read

How We Evaluate Home Loan Lenders (and How It Helps You)

Finding your dream home is an exhilarating experience. But the excitement can quickly fade as you…

The Importance of a Financial Plan Before Taking a Loan

Loan Planning

3 min read

The Importance of a Financial Plan Before Taking a Loan

“Debt is a prolific servant but a terrible master.” Picture this: you’re on the brink of…

The multi-cap funds dilemma: Is the 25% allocation rule holding fund managers back?

Mutual Fund

7 min read

The multi-cap funds dilemma: Is the 25% allocation rule holding fund managers back?

When you look at equity mutual funds, the first thing that comes to your mind is…

Belated Return or Revision : Your Last Chance to File or Revise ITR for the Year 2022-23

ITR Filing

5 min read

Belated Return or Revision : Your Last Chance to File or Revise ITR for the Year 2022-23

When discussing personal finance, one topic we can’t overlook is income tax filing—an annual ritual where…

How to Report Capital Gains Correctly in Your ITR

ITR Filing

5 min read

How to Report Capital Gains Correctly in Your ITR

ITR filing seems complicated especially when you have income from capital gains. However, with a clear…

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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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