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Ever found yourself in urgent need of cash but didn’t want to break your investments? Be it a medical emergency, a big-ticket purchase or an unexpected expense, selling your mutual funds was not always your first preference or the best move. That’s where a Loan Against Mutual Funds (LAMF) comes in handy!  Instead of redeeming …

Mutual funds have become an extremely popular investment option for retail investors in India. They offer professional management, diversification, and ease of investing – even with a small amount. While there are various types of mutual fund schemes to choose from, hybrid mutual funds have been gaining a lot of traction among investors lately. Also …

Given the jargon, investing in mutual funds can seem daunting. As a beginner, understanding the mutual funds basics and key terms associated with it is important to make informed investment decisions. This blog post explains some of the most common mutual fund terms every investor should know. Glossary of Mutual Funds Terms This glossary explains …

SIPs have become one of the most popular investment options amongst Indian investors in recent years. SIP allows investors to invest small, regular amounts in mutual funds or other financial instruments. With an SIP, you can reap the benefits of rupee cost averaging and the power of compounding over time. Let’s understand how SIP works …

Starting your investment journey early can give you a solid head start. As a young professional, you have one big advantage – time. Since you’re at the beginning of your career, you also have a higher risk tolerance. That means you can take slightly bolder investment decisions because you have the time to hedge against …

A mutual fund is a means by which individuals can pool their funds and a professional manages it. It unites like-minded investors with a common objective and invests in equities, debt instruments and other securities. The sole purpose is increasing investors’ money over time. This investment avenue has really caught up in the last few …

There’s no doubt about the credibility of mutual funds, they are one of the smartest and easiest ways to grow wealth. But simply investing and waiting for decades isn’t enough. If you want to maximise your returns, you need to analyse mutual fund performance regularly. Just doing this every few months can keep you ahead …

Financial planning is important for your future, especially during retirement. Investing in various schemes and assets helps lower risks and get higher returns in your golden years. To access financial stability during retirement, the Government of India launched the National Pension Scheme (NPS). This scheme is open to all working-class employees except those in the …

More and more investors are becoming aware of mutual funds as an option to grow their savings and wealth. However, it is not yet common knowledge that these funds can be invested differently. One such type of mutual fund is a direct mutual fund, which is quickly growing in popularity among investors.  Its outstanding benefit …

A Systematic Investment Plan is one way to avoid making a lump sum investment; instead, you can deposit a budget-friendly amount periodically. With time, your budget is sure to increase as your income grows. This is why understanding the meaning of Step-up SIP is crucial for financial planning.  With this kind of SIP, you can …