The bottom of the pyramid, the needy and poor got benefits from the Government. The middle class guy who funds all these benefits was left wondering. “Mera number kab Aayega!“. (When is my turn?) Will there be a cash transfer to my account? or free groceries? Will I have to NOT pay electricity bills for […]
Rules for claiming tax benefits on Joint Home Loan
A joint home loan between say husband and wife, is a widely used idea. It helps in 2 ways. One, a higher loan amount based on 2 incomes. Two, both can claim tax benefits leading to a higher overall tax deduction too. However, some of the borrowers are not aware of the rules governing the […]
[Market Crash] Is it time to sell your house and invest?
That’s the question I got from an investor. Another one said, “looks like we have reached the bottom. Time to invest more, may be over a few days?” I welcome the positive sentiment but with great caution. It may be the bottom yet. It may NOT be. I don’t know. However, if we are to […]
[Investing] This market correction is worse than 2008
You know many have likened this 2020 market correction to that of 2008. In my view, it is nothing like it. It’s far much worse! No, I am not talking about Market Cap to GDP Ratio or the steepness of the preceding rise before the fall or the state of the world economy. I am […]
[Market Crash] Trial by Fire!
2018, 2019 and now 2020. Years are going by and there is no respite from bad news. Latest: COVID-19 has finally been declared a pandemic by WHO, Indian Rupee is depreciating (reached 74+ as of this writing), Stock markets are correcting (10%+ in just last week) and your investment portfolio is in shambles. If you […]
Women and Money – A relationship not made in heaven
Today, we have a guest, Kirti, who brings out the relationship (or the absence of it) of women with their money. It is not a new topic has been beaten to death in the media but Kirti’s perspective is holistic. Well, I will let Kirti say the rest of it. As for you, I would […]
