The Reserve Bank of India’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has announced a 25 bps reduction in repo rates to 6% from 6.25% and has also shifted its stance from ‘neutral’ to accommodative. With this, it is expected that the home loan rates might go down. So far, home loan borrowers are experiencing a positive year … Read more
There is a significant discussion surrounding the intersection of divorce and financial management for couples who decide to separate. Divorce costs can be substantial, particularly for the ultra-wealthy, where settlements may amount to millions or even billions of dollars. However, middle-class couples, especially those facing “grey divorces” in later life, can also feel significant financial … Read more
Gold loans: Banks and gold loan companies are looking to implement monthly amortisation plans following concerns raised by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) regarding deficiencies in gold loan disbursements. According to a report by the Economic Times, borrowers may soon be required to begin making interest and principal payments through EMIs immediately upon loan … Read more
The month of December, which marked the end of CY 2023 and the third quarter of FY2024, had many financial deadlines ranging from submission of belated income tax returns to signing bank locker agreements to discontinuation of inactive UPI accounts. Though many crucial financial deadlines ended on December 31, a few were extended to 2024 … Read more
A credit score is one of the most important metrics that a lender uses to analyse an individual’s creditworthiness. A score of 750 or above is considered good and helpful in getting loans approved easily. However, maintaining a good credit score is not easy for many as it requires discipline, money management skills, and most … Read more