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How Do You Grow an Inheritance into a Business?

Personal Finance

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How Do You Grow an Inheritance into a Business?

Money is incredibly interesting — it comes, it goes, it grows and it talks. I spent…

What You Need to Create a Safety Net

Personal Finance

3 min read

What You Need to Create a Safety Net

We’ve often heard the adage that it is prudent to set aside some money ‘for a…

Navigating the Financial Terrain of Relationships | “Temperament” by 1 Finance

Temperament

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Navigating the Financial Terrain of Relationships | “Temperament” by 1 Finance

In the ever-evolving dynamics of relationships and finance, achieving harmony between love and money management is…

What Not To Do While Planning Your Taxes

Tax Planning

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What Not To Do While Planning Your Taxes

Tax planning is an essential part of managing your finances, but it’s easy to make mistakes…

The Importance of Liability Insurance for Personal Finance

Loan Planning

3 min read

The Importance of Liability Insurance for Personal Finance

This post discusses the importance of liability insurance in personal finance, highlighting its role in shielding…

The True Story That Inspired Our Ad Film

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The True Story That Inspired Our Ad Film

If you’ve watched the 1 Finance ad film or found us through it — welcome on…

Looking Back: A Personal Finance Report Card for 2022

Personal Finance

3 min read

Looking Back: A Personal Finance Report Card for 2022

A market crash, rising inflation, a devastating war, and respite from lockdowns amid an ongoing pandemic.…

How to Claim Deductions While Filing Your Taxes?

Tax Planning

4 min read

How to Claim Deductions While Filing Your Taxes?

This blog post focuses on four key sections of the Indian Income Tax Act—80C, 80CCC, 80CCD,…

How We’re Keeping Your Data Safe

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How We’re Keeping Your Data Safe

There’s growing discourse around data privacy and security across the world — and for good reason.…

The Benefits of Being a Budget Bride

Personal Finance

4 min read

The Benefits of Being a Budget Bride

When I was 27, my salary account had a monthly cycle. Full on the first, inexplicably…

When the Sky Falls: What to Do Amidst Financial Turbulence

Personal Finance

7 min read

When the Sky Falls: What to Do Amidst Financial Turbulence

In case you have watched the TVF record-making series ‘Sapne vs Everyone,’ you must remember episode…

Going Beyond Traditional Ways of Investing in Real Estate

Real estate

3 min read

Going Beyond Traditional Ways of Investing in Real Estate

Many of us dream of owning a home. This aspiration, along with the fact that real…

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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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