Monday, 1 April 2013

Can stocks help you retire rich?

Can stocks help you retire rich?
The insipid performance of equity-linked pension portfolios in the past five years has raised questions about the need to line one's retirement nest egg with stocks.
Should you bet on gold loan companies?
After the revised RBI norms and the adverse impact of fall in gold prices, it would be prudent to limit your exposure to such firms.
Getting loan against property more cost-effective
With lower interest rates and longer tenures, bank loans against property are more cost-effective than personal loans.
Is buying a house a good way to commit to long-term savings?
Real estate as an investment will be suitable at a stage when income and cash flow are not a constraint in his financial situation.
Brace for harsher interest rate cuts on small savings
The recent 10 basis point drop in small savings interest rate is a minor setback considering that harsher cuts may be in store next year if G-sec yields fall or remain stagnant.
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Quote of the week
"The past few years have taught us a lot. Things are not always the way they seem and the market is not always driven by what is visible."
Samir Arora Fund Manager
Aggressive approach to help Avasthis realise their goals

Family Finances

Fortunately, the young couple realises that the asset allocation is not right and is willing to correct it. “I know I need to invest more in equity.
Why a simple investor may not beat a fund manager in earning returns

Financial Planning

While the fund manager relies on research and processes to pick winners, the do-it-yourself investor has only luck to fall back on. This is the reason the latter can rarely beat the former.
Mohammed Wasim & Ankit Prasad's online art studio TouchTalent to see Rs 40 lakh turnover

Money-making venture

A resident of Jamshedpur, Jharkhand, Prasad wanted to have his own set-up. In 2006, he took the first step. “In those days, making a website was a big thing.
Kishore Kanhere's story: From air cooler business to Rs 66 crore contruction empire

Entrepreneurs

First project in construction was renovation worth Rs 25,000 for a Forest Department office, after which I started taking small contracts.
Check out funds that have fared well in different time spans

Top Funds

To select the most reliable equity funds, ET Wealth analysed 349 and came up with 14 that have fared well in different time spans.

Financial Calculators

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Use this calculator to find out if it is worthwhile to shift your home loan to another bank? Just enter the data and click next. It's that easy.
Home Loan Refinance
Home Loan Refinance
Should you refinance your home loan?
Find out how much you will have on retirement with different combinations of savings, percentage returns, time to go and tax rate.
The tough job market is forcing most employees to fudge their job applications as they hide or exaggerate facts, reveals a survey conducted by global consultancy firm Hill & Associates. However, even a small deception could get you fired.
“I want to increase my monthly investments and try out different avenues. I may even try putting money in futures and options.”
Various softwares and websites allow an expert to remotely control your computer and solve the issue.
Here’s how to plan a vacation to this popular holiday destination, a country that blends the cultures of Asia and Europe.
The auto debit facility is a payment option used by investors to enrol for systematic investment plans (SIP) of mutual funds.
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