The Vibe Journal: Finance Blogs

Holidays are often an expensive affair, with all the travelling, parties, gifts and everything else that we just have to do. But a budget holiday is not as impossible as it may seem, provided you’re willing to put some time and effort into planning it. There are several ways to save money on your holiday …

Muskan, a 25-year-old photographer, has just ventured into this professional field. Her education field was psychology. But by the end of her masters, she decided to do away with it, and make a career in photography. At 25, where most millennials start earning and supporting their family, Muskan is still living off of her parents’ …

We all want to become master of our money instead of being a slave to our habits, but let’s admit – we all give in to a lot of temptations. These temptations may seem fine at that moment because they’re relatively small, however, if you add them all together, chances are, you’re going to find …

In the context of corporate history, the concept of keeping employees healthy and happy to increase productivity at work, is relatively new. The concept of holistic “wellness” rather than just focusing on physical health is even newer. In fact, as an HR professional myself, with an experience of more than 40 years, I’ve observed that …

As a resident of Pune, your child’s long but essential education journey starts at one of the many preschools in Pune. As they take their first steps into the world, you want to make sure that these will be the right ones. This is why choosing the right preschool is crucial and there is no …

The way schools operate today can make finances a tad bit more challenging for the parents. This is because many of the top schools imparting the best education require them to deposit fees quarterly or semi-annually. Add to this the cost of books, uniform, transportation, etc. and the financial burden reaches new heights. So, what …

Did this year’s tax leave you baffled?  Did you feel like you paid way too much tax? Don’t blame the government or its policies, at least not yet! You may have overlooked a few essential things when filing your tax returns, which has resulted in low returns. Read on to what they are and steer …

Investments are a very important part of retirement planning. This is also a very tense area that needs to be covered by couples. There are several studies conducted that show that bad investment planning is the reason for stress between many couples. For many, investment is just a monthly expense and they don’t feel the …

The world is seeing technology-led disruptions across the globe at a pace that is unprecedented. From payment banks to digital wallets and peer-to-peer lending, the traditional and often conservative world of finance is being turned on its head. These changes are manifesting not just in the developed economies (United States and Europe) but also in …

In a world that revolves around money, many worry about meeting their financial requirements. In fact, money-related stress is the most widely reported form of stress at workplace. Financial stress can be detrimental to the quality of life leading to reduced employee productivity, and ultimately impacting business profitability. In a session at the recently concluded …