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A beginner's guide to the Union Budget
As finance minister Pranab Mukherjee gets ready to present the much anticipated budget for financial year (FY) 2010-11 on February 26, here is what you ought to know about the Union budget. It will help you understand and analyse the budget.
All you need to know about ULIPs
As the advertising onslaught grows in the tax season it is important to understand what ULIPs really are. InvestmentYogi presents a quick guide to understanding ULIPs.
Financial Ratios to check your fiscal health
Financial ratios are decision-making tools which tell you how good or bad your financial health is.
How to improve your credit rating
What is your credit rating and why is it important? Read on to find out...
How to get out of credit card debt
One needs to understand how credit card debt works. Ignorance can be fatal to your fiscal health.
How to become a crorepati? It's easy
Becoming a crorepati by saving and investing smartly is easier -- but it requires discipline and patience -- than waiting for Lady Luck to smile on you.
Why you should invest in exchange traded funds
Here's how exchange traded funds work, and their advantages, disadvantages for the uninitiated.
Best mutual funds to invest in 2010
The characteristics of growth oriented mutual fund categories and the top funds under each category based on last 5 years' performance are reviewed here.
How to choose the right tax-saving investments
A look at the best tax-saving products for you and what better time than now! After all you must invest by March 31, 2010 to avail the benefits.
In your twenties? Plan your finances!
Planning for your future can be tough for anyone especially in this age of unlimited spending and investment choices. But with these pieces in place, you'll be well on your way to financial security.
How to select the best mediclaim policy in 2010
InvestmentYogi tells you how to select the best mediclaim policy for yourself and your family in 2010.
Money management tips for working women
Women need to have a holistic financial plan, that too from a very early age. And here's how.
7 tips to save money in 2010
Do you want to save more but feel helpless about your spending habits? It is a dangerous situation as it may lead to debt and keep you away from meeting your financial goals.
Best tax-saving mutual funds for 2010
ELSS is a great instrument for tax planning which also ensures good returns. But investment should be carefully planned.
How not to get fooled by your financial advisor
Do you find yourself wondering how good your financial advisor is? How trustworthy? Do you ever feel uncomfortable sharing information with him? Maybe it is time to ask some hard questions and get some peace of mind.
How to get your credit report in 3 easy ways
Here's how you can get a copy of your own credit report if you are curious to know about your credit score/credit rating in India.
Best and worst of personal finance in 2009
2009 was an eventful year and as we look back there were many landmark personal finance news and developments that will accompany us into the New Year. It is important to understand their impact and learn so that we become better at managing our finances and investments.
Insurance planning lessons for 2010
Some ground rules you should bear in mind for the new year.
6 financial resolutions for 2010
As 2009 draws to a close Investmentyogi presents some New Year Resolutions for 2010 which will go a long way in making you financially fit. All you need is will power and determination to follow these simple tips.
Investment planning tips for 2010
It is time to take stock of your savings and investments for this year and see how you have fared. Keep the following investment planning tips handy for 2010.
12 Money mantras for 2010
As 2009 draws to a close we present to you some New Year Resolutions for 2010 which will go a long way in making you financially fit. All you need is will power and determination to follow these simple tips.
Buying a child insurance plan? Read this
A review of leading children insurance plans in 2009 which you should consider as investments for your children.
Best tax saving investment options for 2010-11
Learn about the best tax saving investments and options for the assessment year 2010-11.
Don't fall into a debt trap this festive season
Investmentyogi tells you how to use your credit cards judiciously during this festive season and avoid falling into a debt trap.
Plan your finances, be your own CFO
Investmentyogi tells you how to think like a CFO and manage your money like a professional.
Gold at record high! How should you invest now
Gold has reached an all-time high recently when it crossed the Rs 18,000 per 10 gram level. A guide on why and how to invest in gold now.
Insurance products for every stage of your life
Different products address different needs in a person's life. Here's how you should choose your insurance product.
5 top tax-saving investments for you
Investment decisions should never be made in a hurry. InvestmentYogi tells you avenues to maximize tax benefits available under Sec80C & Sec80D.
Money mantras for the young and working
In this day and age of ‘quick’ money, it is important for youngsters not to lose sight of few basics in managing their money.
10 insurance myths – BUSTED
Insurance is a highly misunderstood product and it's often bought and sold for the wrong reasons.The primary objective of insurance should be to provide protection to your family and to build a corpus for your future needs.
Insurance products for every stage of your life
Increasingly people are aware of life insurance and the important role it plays but choosing an insurance plan can be very challenging.
Why you need personal accident insurance
you understand that a good part of the insurance need can be fulfilled by personal accident insurance at a cost which is just 2 per cent to 5 per cent of premium to be paid for a normal endowment type life insurance policy.
How to calculate Your insurance needs
If choosing the right insurance for you is hard, imagine having to calculate how much you need to buy!
Understanding taxes: How to use ELSS to save your money
Equity linked saving schemes (ELSS) have become an important tool for tax saving ever since the finance minister raised the limit of investing in ELSS u/s 80-C from Rs 10,000 to Rs 1 lakh.
6 money mantras for the perfect vacation
Keep a little money aside every month rather than tapping into your savings to pay for the whole vacation at once.Sticking to your budget is much more important than creating one that's worthwhile to do some research about the cost of vacationing at a place.
5 ways to make your child financially smart
Use this Children's Day as an opportunity to gift financial literacy to your child. In the long run this will be more valuable than anything else. Here's how:
5 mantras to invest your money smartly
Irrespective of good times or bad times, if you follow these basic rules with your money you are sure to reap rewards and a secure future.
How and why to create an emergency fund
We all need to deal with emergencies at some point or the other whether it's a job loss, a medical emergency in the family or a car breakdown.
Why you must buy a term insurance cover
Term insurance is the purest form of insurance and is widely used by people of all backgrounds.
Four reasons why you must buy term insurance
A term insurance policy is one of the most misunderstood products in India.
Must-knows before you swipe your credit card
Always read the terms and conditions before using the credit card because once you use the credit card it is assumed that you have accepted the same.
Seven financial planning mistakes you Must avoid
A good financial plan always does a great deal to secure your financial future.
10 smart ways of spending this festival season
2009 is almost coming to an end with just Diwali, Christmas and of course the New Year left to celebrate. Festival spending is always a source of a lot of emotions anticipation and excitement on one hand and stress on the other.
5 things to do to avoid the tax blues
It's a typical day in March when you see people running helter skelter to invest, to save on taxes.