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Why Typical Goal-Based Financial Planning Is Not Sufficient For Your Retirement

Behavioural Finance

7 min read

Why Typical Goal-Based Financial Planning Is Not Sufficient For Your Retirement

Imagine that it is the start of a slow, stress-free weekend where you’re sipping your morning…

Adjusting the sails of your investment to the weather

Investing

4 min read

Adjusting the sails of your investment to the weather

Every time there’s a minor correction in the market, we hear the same concerns: “Markets are…

Should You Opt For Arbitrage Funds For Your Emergency Corpus?

ITR Filing

3 min read

Should You Opt For Arbitrage Funds For Your Emergency Corpus?

Arbitrage Funds vs. Liquid Funds: The Best Option for Emergency Funds? The tax efficiency of arbitrage…

Term Life Insurance: To Buy Early or Wait?

Insurance

4 min read

Term Life Insurance: To Buy Early or Wait?

  The popular belief is that buying early means saving more, but is that always the…

Maximizing Credit Card Rewards: A Comprehensive Guide

Credit cards blogs

5 min read

Maximizing Credit Card Rewards: A Comprehensive Guide

Unlock the secrets of maximizing credit card rewards. Learn about cashbacks, reward points, and more. Make…

ESOPs and Their Taxation

Tax Planning

6 min read

ESOPs and Their Taxation

As the startup ecosystem is growing in India, companies often offer ESOPs or similar compensation plans…

How to File Income Tax Return for Salaried Employees: A Step-by-step Guide

Tax Planning

5 min read

How to File Income Tax Return for Salaried Employees: A Step-by-step Guide

As if a tedious 9 to 5 taking a toll on you wasn’t enough, now you…

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…

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.…

Surrendering Life Insurance Policy in India: What You Need to Know

Insurance

4 min read

Surrendering Life Insurance Policy in India: What You Need to Know

Have you ever found yourself in a financial bind, staring at your life insurance policy and…

What Are Essential Safety Measures for Beginner Crypto Investors?

Crypto

3 min read

What Are Essential Safety Measures for Beginner Crypto Investors?

Embark on your cryptocurrency journey in India with our comprehensive guide, providing key safety tips and…

Don’t Start 2025 Without Answering These 5 Financial Questions

Personal Finance

3 min read

Don’t Start 2025 Without Answering These 5 Financial Questions

The end of the year is a natural time for reflection and planning. We think about…

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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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