Meghna Maiti | Author at https://www.outlookindia.com
ESOPs help an employee own the stocks of a company they are working in. However, the taxation of Esops is a bit complicated. Read on to understand how it works.
With rates going up the interest outgo will increase but it will be higher if you go for a higher tenure and keep paying the same EMI
Freelancers are required to pay GST for their services, under certain criteria laid down under the tax laws. Read here to find out the details
Inflation not only erodes purchasing power but also lowers the real returns. Therefore, while selecting an investment avenue, keep in mind the impact of inflation
There are several books on personal finance that could enhance your knowledge about money. We reached out to a few Sebi-registered advisors to list theirs. Read on to find out about them
As you near your retirement, you might have to cope with increasing health issues. Therefore, it is important to plan finances well to ensure a financially stress-free retirement
As the rupee falls against the dollar, there are definite impact to be seen on investments and overseas education. Here’s how to go about both
While prepayment of your home loan might seem beneficial, there are certain instances when one should not prepay the loan. Read here to find out when prepaying your home loan is not advisable
A lot of people are investing in gold, thanks to the global instability and uncertainty. But they should also keep themselves updated on how each of these investments are taxed
Pregnancy- and delivery-related expenses are increasing. Therefore, it is a must to have adequate maternity insurance as part of retail and corporate health insurance policies
As the central bank has increased the repo rate, the interest rates on loans are set to rise. In such a scenario, would a ‘fixed rate’ loan be a good deal? Read on to find out
If you’re looking to get a joint home loan with your spouse, there are several pros and cons to it. Read here in detail
Your financial life will undergo a change, with higher interest rates on loans, swing pricing on mutual funds, and a few other changes in the offing. Read here to find about them in detail
Whether we are travelling overseas or within the country, having a travel insurance policy could save us from many hassles. But do they really safeguard us from all risks and troubles? Let us find out more.
There are some factors you must keep in mind while buying insurance for two-wheelers
A savings bank account is usually the first stop when starting on the money management path. Here are three things you should avoid doing with your savings bank account
The insurtech concept represents the commitment to innovation and development of new products and services within the insurance sector. It is seeing robust growth in India and also globally, according to a recent BCG report.
Are you unsure about whether you should file an income tax return (ITR) in India? Read on to know more
With increasing inflation and the pandemic, it could be a challenge for many people to save up enough money for their child’s higher education. Careful planning and a bit of wisdom could help them achieve this goal
There are no major changes seen in the income tax return forms notified for FY 2021-22. However, there are five major changes that taxpayers need to keep in mind while filing their returns this year
If you are planning to buy a new car, it’s important to be aware of the various costs attached.
To encourage savings and investment among taxpayers, the Income Tax department has introduced several deductions under Chapter VI A. 80C is the most popular among them. Read on to find more about these tax-saving options.
If you take a personal loan to fund your consumer durables buying spree, it could actually disrupt your long-term financial goals. Better to avail yourself of other avenues to make those purchases.
Fintech solutions can be a boost for banks dealing with cross-border transactions as many are high in volume but low in value
Before buying a health insurance policy, always check whether it’s registered with IRDAI; advisory comes after reports of unregistered entity selling policy