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Keep yourself updated with the latest financial news and updates.

Posted On : 27-Mar-2023

Reference : News.com.au

MAN WITH 37 HOMES SHARES HIS TOP TIPS FOR PAYING OFF YOUR MORTGAGE FAST

Goro Gupta was 17 when he bought his first home, and now owns 37 properties – here are his tips for buying and paying down your mortgage faster.

Posted On : 27-Mar-2023

Reference : Money Control

8 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT INDIA'S COSTLIEST RESIDENTIAL DEAL IN MUMBAI

Malabar Palaces are being constructed on Walkeshwar Road in the Malabar Hill area, considered the most expensive residential area in the country.

 

Posted On : 03-Mar-2023

Reference : Tax Concept

SECTION 80C AND 80D EXEMPTION: APART FROM SECTION 80C AND 80D, HOW MANY OTHER WAYS CAN YOU AVAIL TAX EXEMPTION?

Whenever it comes to saving tax, people think of sections 80C and 80D because most people are aware of these. Under section 80C, you can claim a deduction of Rs 1.5 lakh from your total income, while section 80D is for a deduction on medical expenses.

Posted On : 23-Feb-2023

Reference : Money Control

SIX INCOME-TAX EXEMPTIONS THAT EVEN THE NEW TAX REGIME ALLOWS

The new tax regime is a minimal tax break system, but not entirely exemption-free. It offers benefits on employers’ contributions to NPS, life insurance maturity proceeds, and so on.

Posted On : 15-Feb-2023

Reference : Money Control

VALENTINE’S DAY: HOW NEWLY-MARRIED COUPLES CAN START TALKING MONEY, TOGETHER

Marriage is a new beginning, and for most couples discussing money may not be a priority. However, timely handling of money matters will help avoid future conflicts.

Posted On : 11-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

NO PENAL INTEREST ON MISSED LOAN PAYMENT, ONLY CHARGES

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is set to cap the penal charges levied by the banks and non-banks related to loans payment missed by borrowers, bringing enormous relief to borrowers who have been squeezed by usurious charges. The central bank has said that any penalty imposed by regulated entities will be "reasonable & transparent" and that lenders should not use it as a revenue enhancement tool.

Posted On : 11-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

RBI REPO RATE HIKE: LONG TERM FD INTEREST RATES ARE YET TO PEAK; SHOULD YOU INVEST NOW?

FD Interest Rates: Not all banks have raised their FD interest rates in tandem with the repo rate hikes. It will take some more time for the banks to raise their rates further. The next monetary policy scheduled in April this year will give a more tangible direction. So, if you are planning to invest in a big FD for long tenure it will be better to wait for 2-3 months.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : Money Control

ABOUT TO TAKE A HOME LOAN? MAY BE PRUDENT TO STAY WITH THE OLD TAX REGIME

Budget 2023 offers a number of tax benefits for those who choose the new tax regime. But for those making home EMI payments and claiming house rental allowance, it may make more sense to stick with the old tax regime.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

SOON, YOU WILL BE ABLE TO UPDATE ADDRESS, IDENTITY PROOF EASILY VIA DIGILOCKER, SAYS BUDGET 2023

DigiLocker and Aadhaar will be used as a one-stop solution addressing KYC needs, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in the Budget 2023 speech.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

ALL THE IMPORTANT BUDGET 2023 ANNOUNCEMENTS THAT IMPACT SALARIED TAXPAYERS

The Budget seems to attract and enhance the common taxpayers' sentiments by providing numerous tax benefits. However, one needs to be mindful that these benefits are only available to taxpayers who do not choose to file the tax return under the old tax regime. The tax slabs and rates under the old tax regime remain the same.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

BASIC TAX EXEMPTION LIMIT HIKED TO RS 3 LAKH IN NEW TAX REGIME IN BUDGET 2023

For individuals below the age of 60 years, the basic exemption limit is Rs 2.5 lakh in a financial year. For senior citizens (between 60 and 80 years), the basic exemption limit is Rs 3 lakh. For super senior citizens (above 80 years), the basic exemption limit is Rs 5 lakh.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

INCOME TAX SLAB 2023-24 EXPLAINED LIVE UPDATES: NEW INCOME TAX REGIME 2023-24 HAS A GREATER REBATE, LOWER RATES, SAYS FM NIRMALA SITHARAMAN

INCOME TAX SLAB 2023-24 LIVE UPDATES: Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a slew of measures for taxpayers in Budget 2023. With a hike in the basic exemption limit and rebate and tweaks to the income tax slabs, Sitharaman has made the new income tax regime attractive for salaried individuals. Budget 2023 has also introduced standard deductions in the new tax regime.

Posted On : 05-Feb-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

OLD VS NEW TAX REGIME AFTER BUDGET 2023: WHO SHOULD OPT FOR WHICH INCOME TAX REGIME NOW

Here is an analysis showing the maximum deductions a salaried individual needs to claim in the old tax regime so that the income tax payable remains the same under the revised new income tax slabs announced in Budget 2023.

Posted On : 31-Jan-2023

Reference : The Economic Times

IDBI BANK MANAGER HELD FOR SWINDLING MONEY FROM CUSTOMERS' ACCOUNTS

According to police, 34-year-old Sajila, a relationship manager attached to IDBI bank, Mission Road branch in Bengaluru is the arrested person. The police have recovered Rs 23 lakh worth LIC bond and the computer used to commit the crime. The accused has been taken into police custody for further investigation

Posted On : 31-Jan-2023

Reference : ET Wealth

HSBC CREDIT CARD: REVISION IN MINIMUM DUE PAYMENT CALCULATION, RENT PAYMENT CHARGES

HSBC informed its customers via email that it will levy processing fees on rent payments made using credit cards effective 25 January 2023.