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The Sensory World of Online Shopping
It’s one of those days when you know that nothing but an iced coffee can make…
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Empowering Finances: Exploring the Dynamics of Peer-to-Peer Lending
For centuries, getting a loan meant begging your bank manager or relying on family and friends.…
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How to Invest to Combat Inflation
Inflation is a pervasive but regular economic occurrence that weakens purchasing power. It causes concern among…
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The Sweet Relief of Being Financially Literate
I sit sweating uncomfortably in our living room on a humid Goa morning, halfway through a…
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Liabilities: Overlooked, Misunderstood, and Mismanaged
What comes to mind when you think about liabilities? Is it visions of overdue bills, crushing…
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How Do I Set Up an Emergency Fund?
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The Tricky Ease of Buy Now, Pay Later Schemes
In a time when the accumulation of commodities has become the norm, it’s easy to believe…
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What Do You Teach Your Child About Money?
During our childhood in Ranchi in the 1990s, my elder brother Pranay and I once spent…
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It Gets Worse Before It Gets Better
It was a grim evening. I was reading and re-reading a piece of text that I…
What Are Financial Advisors Planning For?
All of us have financial goals that we’re working towards — and they’re usually incredibly personal. Our…
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Why We’ve Set Up a Committee for Qualified Financial Advisors
As a financial institution, we think of 1 Finance as a place that takes care of…
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The Treasures We Hold Close
How do you ascribe value to an object? Is it how much money it cost? Or…
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
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.
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.
