Uncertain about long term investing? Try running! I am a big fan of comparing the formula for successful long distance running with long term investing. There are so many similarities that jump out at us, its hard to ignore.
What you should consider before buying a home Living under-a-roof that you own is a dream come true. Some also see it as an investment. However, how prepared are you to buy one? Read on to find out.
Want to retire at 50 ? – Think again When we speak with young earners, there is a common underlying theme. Most of them want to retire latest by the age of 50. Are you also planning on a similar retirement age? Think again.
Is buying diamond jewellery a good investment? Diamonds are increasingly gifted in engagements, birthdays and anniversaries. While gifting is a personal choice, it should not be confused as an investment. There are reasons why diamonds don’t qualify as a good investment.
Concerned by talks of a slowdown? Here’s what to do. If you are concerned by murmurs in the media or perhaps among your own office colleagues about a slowdown impacting the economy in the near future, then here is something better to do than to worry about it.
Is your life an EMI repayment schedule? There is pressure to keep upgrading that car, house and lifestyle; pressure that will lead you to continue increasing your EMI rather than the assumption of reducing it. Pressure that will keep you tied to a job whether you like it or not.
Want to retire early? Here’s what it will take Considering that retirement is a non-negotiable and generally unavoidable event in every working professional’s life, the fact that only three in ten are actually doing anything to prepare for it, much less about retiring early, is eye opening.
Three financial planning mistakes that you must avoid When you get down to it, several nuances can come up in your financial planning equation and you have to be careful not to fall prey to some common traps.
Market participants pray for recovery as corporate growth dulls The slowing of the economy continues for now. The upcoming festive season is an important period to watch out for.
Blindly chasing returns can be injurious to your goals Just like we learnt in school in our moral sciences class, chasing temptation usually has unwanted consequences. In investing, these consequences are potentially life altering and not in a good way.
How much should you spend on your Car? Buying a car is the second biggest buying decision after a home. While it’s okay to occasionally binge, over-stretching your car budget can cause financial angst and jeopardise long-term financial plans. Spend only what you can truly afford. How do you do that?
