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- Health Insurance Checklist
Choosing the right health insurance plan might be a challenge because there are so many options out there. You can use a checklist of important questions to help you choose the best health insurance plan for your needs. For first-time health insurance purchasers, it is important to review these checklists to ensure that you purchase a policy that meets your needs and will also help you save money over time. Reputation in the Insurance Industry For a more affordable and comprehensive health insurance plan, you may come across products on the market. It's imperative that you research the reputation of the insurance provider and how they treat their customers. Investigate the insurer's claim settlement process and the number of valid instances they have resolved. To get a better sense of how efficient and well-connected the insurance company really is. Restrictions on the rental of rooms Insurance companies may not allow you to select your desired accommodation. Rather, they'll have a cap on the cost of a room. And if you exceed this limit. In addition to the cost, they'll charge you for any additional services you request in your room. Choosing a policy with fewer constraints is therefore preferable. Examine for illnesses sub-limits if they exist Basically, it's when an insurance company offers huge amounts of coverage for very little money. However, there will be a cap on the total amount of this coverage that can be used for any given condition. Most of the time, you'll only get a percentage of your insurance money. Pre- and post-hospitalization therapy options are available Nobody becomes sick right away. You will most likely have to undergo a series of diagnostic tests before being admitted to the hospital. After you've been released from the hospital, you'll have to cope with medication. Pre- and post-hospitalization therapy should be included in your insurance plan because the costs can add up quickly. Ensure that You Have a Short Waiting Time Before your insurance company will pay a claim based on a pre-existing condition, you may have to meet certain requirements. Short waiting periods are preferable to long ones. Request a monetary compensation for your restoration You'll have to react to new and rising medical costs if you want to keep up with the times. All members of your family must be covered by the same insurance policy. Tomorrow, what is acceptable today may not be sufficient. Your options for increasing your coverage quantity are more flexible if you have policies that allow you to do so later. It is possible that your insurance company will encourage you to adopt a co-payment provision that requires your participation in any claims you make. 10%, 20%, or 30% of the overall budget might be spent on this type of item. A policy with no deductibles or copayments is the best option. In cases of co-payments, the insurance company pays only when the patient's medical expenses have exceeded a predetermined threshold. Otherwise, this may not be the best choice unless you have no other options or are shopping for elderly individuals.
- Repo rate hike costs Home Loans Interest Rates
In response to the Reserve Bank of India's surprise repo rate increase announcement, several banks have raised interest rates on home loans. The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously decided to raise interest rates by 40 basis points in an off-cycle meeting on May 4, according to the RBI Governor. A number of banks have raised their repo-linked lending rates as a result of the revision. As a result, home loans have become more expensive. All RLLR loan interest rates are shown here. Canara Bank From May 7, 2022, the RLLR for Canara Bank's retail lending programmes has been set at 7.30 percent, which is based on the repo lending rate. Punjab National Bank RLLR: 6.90 per cent w.e.f. June 1, 2022 for existing customers, according to the public sector bank's website New customers will be subject to the change beginning on May 7, 2022. Bank of India As a result of the revised repo rate of 4.40 percent, the effective RBLR will be 7.25 percent as of May 4, 2022. Union Bank of India Union Bank of India's EBLR as of November 1, 2020 is 6.80 per cent, which is a combination of the RBI Repo Rate (4.00 per cent) and the spread (2.80 per cent). EBLR will charge the approved interest rate to all new Union Home and Union Awas loan customers and those switching from other Benchmarks such as MCLR, Base Rate, or BPLR.
- How Do You Invest in a Rising Interest Rate Scenario?
As economic growth falters and prices rise, inflation has become a major concern for policymakers around the world. The US Federal Reserve had to act after ignoring inflation for so long and dismissing it as a passing fad. In March 2022, the US central bank raised interest rates by 0.25 percent in an effort to rein in rising prices after a long period of interest rates near zero. Indian interest rates rose by 40 basis points on May 4th, after a long period of low interest rates, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) said. For investors, rising interest rates have both positive and negative consequences, as you'll learn in this blog. An Ever-Rising Trifecta: Inflation, Rates of Interest, and Bond Yields As a result of the Russian-Ukrainian conflict, commodity prices are showing no signs of easing and inflation remains high. Future inflation is expected to remain above the current target set by the RBI. As a result, interest rates have been raised by the central bank. As a result, investors in the bond market have become alarmed. In addition, bond yields surged above 7.4% on the day the RBI raised interest rates (May 4). To begin, let's examine the connection between Bond Prices and Interest Rates. There is a direct correlation between bond prices and interest rates. ' Basically, this means that when interest rates rise or are expected to rise, bond prices fall. Existing bonds lose value because newer issues with the same maturity date have higher interest rates. There is therefore a decrease in demand for currently issued bonds. As a result, an increase in interest rates affects all forms of debt. However, the effect is more pronounced on longer-term papers than on shorter-term papers. This is due to the lower volatility of short-term debt papers compared to longer-term bonds. Since rising interest rates are more likely to affect short-term paper prices, debt mutual funds that invest in those tend to do better than those that invest in medium- to long-term paper.. Bond yields have risen from 6.8% to 7.2% in the last month. Debt funds with medium and long-term maturities saw their returns fall from double digits in 2019 and 2020 to single digits in 2021, when 10-year benchmark yields rose from 5.8 percent to 6.5 percent in the calendar year. Rising Bond Yields and Your Equity Investments: For businesses, higher borrowing costs translate into higher costs of capital. Firms' bottom lines are directly affected by the rising cost of capital. As a general measure of the cost of debt, the government's 10-year bond yield is commonly used as a proxy To put it another way, a rise in interest rates means a rise in capital costs, which lowers returns and makes equities less appealing. Equity markets have fallen about 6% in the past few trading sessions as a rate rise is expected. Even in the past, we've seen when the famous taper tantrum occurred; in August 2013, the yield on Indian government bonds reached a historic high of 9 percent. In just one month, the price rose by 22%. 9 percent stock market correction was caused by this. What Can Investors Do As Interest Rates Continue to Rise? A rise in interest rates has an effect on the equity and debt markets in equal measure. Trying to predict where the stock market will go next is a bad idea when investing in equity. Diversification and asset allocation are essential. Continue with the SIPs you've been working on. Debt funds that invest in shorter-term maturity bond papers are a better choice when it comes to debt investments. When interest rates rise, short-term debt funds perform better than long-term debt funds. This is due to the fact that shorter-maturity papers are less affected by interest rate increases. When it comes to short-term investments, liquid or low-duration funds can be a good option. The time frame for investing in ultra-short-term mutual funds is 6-12 months. In money market funds, you can put your money to work for you for a year or two. There are several short-term debt funds and corporate bond funds available for investors with a time horizon of two years or more. It is important to keep in mind that the fund is taking a credit risk. Don't cut corners when it comes to the quality of debt papers.
- As SBI increases MCLR by 10 bps, Loan EMIs to go up
State Bank of India, India's largest public sector bank, has raised its marginal cost of funds-based lending rate (MCLR) by 10 basis points across all tenures, effective Sunday, May 15. The public lender has raised its MCLR for the second time in two months. SBI's overnight, one-month, and three-month MCLR has increased by 10 basis points to 6.85 percent, up from 6.75 percent previously. The six-month MCLR is 7.15 percent, the one-year MCLR is 7.20 percent, the two-year MCLR is 7.40 percent, and the three-year MCLR is 7.50 percent. The MCLR was raised by the public lender 10 days after the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy committee (MPC) raised the repo rate by 40 basis points to 4.40 percent. To combat increasing inflation, the committee decided to raise the rate in an off-cycle meeting. SBI last raised its MCLR by 10 basis points in April, the first time it had done so since 2019. Since April, the lender has effectively raised its MCLR by 20 basis points. What exactly is MCLR? The marginal cost of funds-based lending rates, or MCLR, is the lowest interest rate that a financial institution, such as a bank or a lender, can provide on a loan. It is also frequently regarded as a bank or lender's internal reference rate or benchmark. The RBI established the MCLR to assist borrowers with issues relating to the Base Rate regime (the previous benchmark). On April 1, 2016, it went into effect. The RBI updates this rate every now and then when the country's economic activity alter dramatically. What impact will this have on you? If you borrowed money from a bank to buy a house or a car, or if you took out a personal loan, your equivalent monthly instalments (EMIs) will rise in the coming months as a result of the MCLR hike.
- Learn how to invest in the gold exchange-traded fund?
Gold ETFs are transparent vehicles that allow small investors to diversify into gold in a cost-effective and efficient manner. An ETF that tracks the domestic physical gold price is known as a Gold ETF. Gold had climbed to almost Rs 56,000 levels in early March. Gold prices have fallen by over Rs 1,500 per gramme this week. Gold prices are currently at a three-month low; if you want to buy in gold, this could be a good time. Gold is a Global Asset Class, and there are a number of reasons why GOLD ETFs should be included in retail investors' portfolios, as well as how they are superior to other gold investment options. * There's no need to be concerned about contaminants or adulteration. * Digitally stored * Real-time monitoring of your investment values * Very liquid The costs of buying, selling, storing, and insuring actual gold are substantially higher. Like any other company's stock, gold ETFs are listed and traded on the NSE and BSE. Gold ETFs, like any other corporate stock, trade on the cash segment of the BSE & NSE and can be bought and sold at market prices on a continuous basis. Opening a Demat and trading account requires certain documents. * PAN card (Mandatory) * Proof of your identity *Proof of address Investing in Gold ETFs: A Guide To invest in Gold ETFs, you'll need a Demat account and a trading account, as well as an online account for stock trading. After you've set up your account, go to your broker's trading interface and select Gold ETF to place an order. The orders are forwarded to the exchange, where they are matched with sell orders and executed, followed by a confirmation.
- NPS death claim in case of no nomination
Withdrawal due to Subscriber's Death According to the PFRDA (Exits and Withdrawals under NPS) Regulations 2015 & Amendments thereto, a Subscriber's whole accrued pension wealth shall be distributed to their Nominees or Legal Heirs in the event of their death. An annuity can be chosen by the nominee or legal heir (pension). On the Death Withdrawal Form, they must choose an Annuity Service Provider (ASP) and an Annuity Scheme. Documents are required. To claim the NPS corpus, the Nominee or Claimant must submit a correctly filled Death Withdrawal Form, as well as supporting documents such as the deceased Subscriber's death certificate, KYC certificates, and bank account proof, among other documents. A withdrawal form must be completed by each candidate or claimant. In the CRA system, there are multiple nominees. All Nominees enrolled in the CRA system must file a Withdrawal Form, according to the NSDL website's FAQs. If one or more Nominees reject to claim the NPS corpus, the following will occur: A relinquishment document must be filed by nominees who do not desire to obtain NPS benefits. An Indemnity Bond must be completed by the Nominee requesting NPS benefits. If there are two nominees, one of whom is a major and the other a minor, the major nominee must fill out a withdrawal form. Along with the minor's birth certificate, the minor's guardian will submit the withdrawal form. In CRA, there is no nomination in the NPS. If a late subscriber's nomination is not registered before death, the corpus will be distributed to family members based on a legal heir certificate issued by the State Revenue Department or a succession certificate issued by a court of competent jurisdiction. When and how can the nominee or legal heir begin receiving a pension? The Annuity Service Provider will issue the pension (ASP). The annuitant's details (Claimant details) and scanned papers will be shared with ASP according to the Claimant's preference if the nominee or legal heir has chosen annuity. The supplier will issue an annuity policy if the information is correct. Once all annuity conditions have been met, ASP will confirm the request online via the CRA system. Within the dates provided, the pension will be sent to ASP for annuity issuance.
- Points to consider before opting for premature withdrawal from Sovereign Gold Bonds
On May 17, the early withdrawal period for sovereign gold bonds (SGBs) issued in October-September 2016—Series III of SGB 2016-17—ends. SGBs are government securities that are denominated in gold grammes and can be used to replace physical gold. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issues the bond on behalf of the government. Despite the bond's eight-year maturity, investors are permitted to exit early on coupon payment dates after the fifth year from the date of issue, subject to certain conditions. Should you take advantage of the option to leave early just because it exists? Let's look at some of the items to think about before making an early withdrawal. How do I make an early withdrawal? Between thirty days and one day before the coupon payment date, investors can approach the bank, Stock Holding Corporation of India, post office, or agents to make a premature redemption. The funds are deposited into the customer's bank account, which was provided when the bond was applied for. Due to the fact that SGBs are sold on stock exchanges, investors can sell their holdings there as well, however the difficulty is that such bonds are rarely exchanged. Furthermore, they frequently trade at a discount to fair value. What factors go into determining the redemption price? The simple average of the closing price of gold of 999 purity for the week (Monday-Friday) preceding the redemption date, as announced by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association, is used to compute the redemption price of SGBs. Based on the simple average of the closing price of gold for the week of May 9 to 13, the redemption price for Series III of SGB 2016-17, which is due on May 17, is Rs 5,115 per unit of SGB. Gains are taxed. "Interest on the Bonds shall be taxable as per the terms of the Income-tax Act, 1961," according to RBI FAQs on SGB (43 of 1961). The capital gains tax on SGB redemptions to individuals has been eliminated. Long-term capital gains deriving from the transfer of a bond will be eligible for indexation benefits." The statement on capital gains tax is a little ambiguous because it states "capital gains tax resulting on redemption of SGB to an individual has been exempted," yet it also says long-term capital gains would receive indexation benefits. According to tax experts, redemption should be interpreted as exiting at the time of scheduled maturity in the RBI statement, whereas transfer should be interpreted as premature withdrawal any time before maturity. As a result, the entire gain is exempted or tax free after the maturity of eight years. However, if the SGBs are redeemed after the five-year lock-in period and before the eight-year maturity period, the gains accumulated on the redemption of SGBs will be long-term capital gains (LTCG) and will be taxed at 20% with indexation benefit. However, if you sell these bonds within 36 months of the purchase date, any earnings will be considered short-term capital gains and taxed at your slab rate, he warned. Indexation's Advantage Capital gains tax is triggered when SGBs are sold for a profit. The long-term capital gain (LTCG) from selling SGBs is taxed at 20% with indexation, which benefits long-term investors. Increased indexation raises the cost price to account for inflation. As a result, your taxable gains are reduced, and your taxes are reduced as well. Consider the case where you invested in Series III of SGB 2016-17 and have now redeemed your assets. The bond will be classified as a long-term capital asset because it has been kept for longer than three years. As a result, you need first compute the indexed cost of acquisition by using the CII (cost inflation index) to the SGB's purchase price, which is Rs 2,957 per unit (after subtracting Rs 50 for the initial promotional discount). The CII values can be found at www.incometaxindia.gov.in. For the years of purchase and sale, CII is 264 (2016-17) and 317 (2021-22), respectively. (Because the CII figures for 2022-23 have not yet been released, you should factor it into your final calculations.) As a result, the indexed purchase cost per unit is Rs 3,551 [2,957 * (317/264)]. As a result, your LTCG per unit would be Rs 1,564 (5,115 – 3,551). This is the sum that will be subject to LTCG tax at a rate of 20%. Risks of reinvestment The goal or logic behind withdrawing the funds is another key factor to examine before making a premature withdrawal. Selling the SGB simply because gold prices have fallen in the international market may not be a good idea. This selection should be made based on your asset allocation. If you bought SGBs to get a set amount of gold exposure, you should sell them only if you are overexposed to the yellow metal. Otherwise, it's a great investment to keep. Given the present market environment and SGB returns during the last few years, many experts say it is prudent to stay invested until maturity rather than exit early. SGBs are primarily purchased for the purpose of purchasing gold as a long-term asset allocation strategy that provides 2.5 percent yearly interest in addition to capital appreciation. With the current uncertainties around inflation stickiness and GDP growth forecasts, Govila suggests holding on to these SGBs. Take into account the accompanying LTCG taxation disadvantages and reinvestment risks before selling your SGB investments.
- Importance of Savings & Wise Spending
Financial management may not require a degree, but it does demand discipline and effort to reach financial goals at various phases of life. Financial planning becomes a habit after a while. Its goals include estimating capital requirements, formulating financial strategies, and maximising the use of limited financial resources. Developing a financial planning habit might be challenging. When it comes to finances, you're in a bind and don't know where to start. Here are some golden guidelines for financial planning. Early Starting- Financial planning and creating a savings habit are two of the most common mistakes people make when they begin their careers. Getting started early in life is essential. It doesn't matter how little you save; it will give you an advantage. In the long run, the force of compounding will work in your favour, and your savings may rise at an exponential rate. Start saving early and don't put it off. Spend your money wisely- It is important to keep track of your spending. It is an indication that you are overspending if you find yourself short of money before the end of the month. When it comes to conserving money, unexpected expenses are the biggest problem. Try putting together a monthly budget and see how it goes. You won't be able to keep track of your wasteful spending unless you create a budget. A budget sets you on a path of financial discipline and shows you how much money you have coming in and how that money is spent. Managing your extra funds in a responsible manner- Whether or not you are able to achieve your professional and life's financial goals depends on how you handle excess income. Not having a strategy increases your risk of going over your budget. To become financially independent, this money might be put to good use Everything is going to get more expensive as inflation continues to rise. Inflation can't be compensated for if you don't put money into investments. Otherwise, you may not be able to retire the way you want to. Protect yourself from potential dangers- Insurance protects you and your loved ones from financial ruin in the event of a medical emergency or other unforeseen circumstances. Make sure you have appropriate life insurance for yourself and your loved ones by purchasing a term insurance policy. Also, make sure your entire family has health insurance. It is possible to protect your family's financial security and long-term goals by paying a minimal payment toward these risk insurance policies. Investing Portfolio Creation- The first step to financial independence is to build an investing portfolio. One of the most important aspects of building an investment portfolio entails diversifying your investments across multiple asset types. It's called asset allocation. There's a fine line to walk when it comes to investing in equity. To meet your investment objectives, you must diversify the sums allocated to each asset class.
- 5 More Tax Saving Hacks other than 80C
National Pension Scheme (NPS)-80CCD(1B) If you are or plan to open an account in the NPS or National Pension System, Section 80CCD(IB) helps in saving money on taxes. This is yet another way to reduce your taxable income by investing in a tax-saving scheme up to a maximum of Rs 1.5 lakh per year. Except for members of the armed forces, all private and public sector employees are eligible for the NPS, a social security programme run by the federal government. Additional deductions of up to Rs 50,000 are available to taxpayers who are either employed or self-employed. The deduction under Section 80CCD(1B) is in addition to the deduction available under Section 80CCD(1), i.e. Section 80C, despite the fact that the same amount cannot be claimed under both sections. Rent Paying - Section 80GG The House Rent Allowance (HRA) is a tax break for salaried employees who live in rented housing and are able to use it to reduce their tax burden. Those who are self-employed or salaried but do not receive HRA as part of their pay but instead pay rent can take advantage of tax breaks under Section 80GG. Rent paid by these taxpayers is deductible from their taxable income. The portion of a worker's salary that is designated as HRA is deducted from the worker's taxable salary under the income tax act. However, if an employee does not live in a rental property, HRA is completely taxed. Premium of Health Insurance-Section 80D You need health insurance for everyone in your family, whether it's through an individual plan or a Family Floater. Tax breaks are used by the government to encourage people to purchase health insurance. Even if you pay a premium for your parents, you can claim the deduction. Under Section 80D of the Indian Income Tax Act, health insurance premiums and health care expenses can be deducted from taxable income for tax purposes. You, your spouse, and your dependent children are eligible for a tax deduction of up to Rs 25,000 per financial year under this section. If a senior citizen's medical insurance premium is paid, they are eligible for an additional deduction of Rs 25,000. If both the individual taxpayer and the parent are over the age of 60, they can each claim a deduction of up to Rs 1 lakh. Interest Payment of Home Loan-Section 24 Section 80C allows for a deduction of up to Rs 1.5 lakh for the principal portion of an in-home loan EMI, while Section 24 allows for a deduction of up to Rs 2 lakh for the interest portion. Section 24 of the tax code allows taxpayers who have mortgages to deduct the interest they pay on those housing loans. Only if the home is occupied within five years of the loan's closing date can the tax benefit be claimed. Repayment of Education Loan - Section 80E The use of student loans to help pay for college has become quite common in recent years. When used to further one's education, student loan interest can be deducted from one's taxable income. Section 80E of the tax code allows students who have borrowed money for college to deduct the interest they pay. Depending on who is responsible for paying the student's education loan, this benefit is available to either parent or student. To get this, you'll need to take out a loan from an institution, not a friend or family member.
- Verification of Aadhar Card
Aadhaar is used to verify a person's identity, whether they're working for a small business or renting from you. In some cases, a document has been forged and used to make a fraudulent claim. The Aadhaar number is a 12-digit random number provided by the UIDAI to Indian citizens who have completed the Authority's verification process. The Aadhaar number can be obtained by anyone, regardless of age or gender, who is a citizen of India. Enrollment requires only the most basic of demographic and biometric data from those who wish to participate, and this information is provided at no charge. Due to the uniqueness provided by demographic and biometric de-duplication, only one Aadhaar can be generated for each person who applies for Aadhaar. The Aadhaar number can be verified online and at a low cost. As a primary identifier, it can be used to roll out various government welfare schemes and programmes for efficient service delivery, thereby promoting transparency and good governance. It is unique and robust. For the first time, a state-of-the-art digital and online ID is being provided free of charge to people at such a large scale, and this could have a significant impact on how services are delivered. How do you know if an Aadhaar card is authentic? "Aadhaar" is verifiable both online and offline, according to the Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI), which has stated this: You can verify your Aadhaar number online by visiting https://myaadhaar.uidai.gov.in/verifyAadhaar and entering your Aadhaar number, as well as your gender, state, and the last three digits of your phone number. QR codes on Aadhaar cards, letters, and documents contain demographic information (Name, Gender, Date of Birth, and Address) as well as a photograph of the Aadhaar number holder. These QR codes are used in offline mode. Digitally signed by UIDAI, the QR code contains information that cannot be altered, even if an Aadhaar card is photo-shopped with another person's photograph. In the Play Store and App Store, the "Aadhaar QR scanner" app can read the QR code.
- P2P Lending - Explained
What is P2P Lending? Peer to peer lending (P2P) allows borrowers and lenders to connect directly through an online platform (P2P platform). Essentially, P2P platforms are a marketplace for borrowers and lenders wherein borrowers can choose an interest rate that is the most optimal for them, and similarly investors/lenders can choose an interest rate most optimal for them. In the past, if you needed money, you would go to a bank or credit union. P2P lending eliminates traditional financial institutions from the equation, hence the name. Instead, an internet platform connects someone who needs money with people and organisations who are prepared to lend money to them. Lenders Advantages Lenders, through P2P platforms can generate higher returns than a traditional savings account or debt mutual funds or fixed deposit or virtually any other fixed income product. The borrower makes periodical payments, which include a principal amount and interest, similar to the traditional lending arrangement. The interest charged is the return earned by the investors in exchange for lending the borrower money. Regulation P2P lending is regulated by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Only a company registered with the RBI can offer P2P lending services on its website or app. Who Are The Borrowers ? Borrowers are generally credit-worthy individuals who wish to borrow from non-traditional sources because of the ease of convenience associated with P2P platforms. Tips For Lenders - Before You Invest/Lend Compare P2P platforms and their terms and conditions. Be aware of service fees, and commissions being charged by P2P Platforms. Create an account once you've found your favourite P2P platform. Examine the platform's investment offerings (borrower profiles), which are frequently categorized by credit score. Better credit ratings mean safer loans, but they also mean lesser potential return. Choose a borrower depending on the amount of the loan, the risk, and the potential return. You may have to wait for more investors to complete the loan's funding depending on the quantity of amount being raised by the borrower. Diversification: Invest small amounts of money in a larger number of borrowers. To minimise your exposure, the standard advise is to invest as little as INR 500 per borrower, subject to the platform's minimum allowable loan amount. Reinvestment: This refers to investing the money you receive from repayments in order to expand your pool of borrowers and earn a compounded return on your investments. Monitor your earnings. Payments and collection will be handled by the P2P platform. How Is The Loan Disbursed? How Are The Installments Collected? Loan disbursal and collection of repayment installments is handled by the P2P platforms in accordance with RBI regulations. Lenders' funds are deposited into a Lender Escrow, and the borrower's repayments are received into a Borrower Escrow.P2P platforms infrastructure then handles and maintains transactions from one escrow to the next. P2P Account Opening/Onboarding Before you start investing through P2P platforms, you must complete a short online KYC and have your Aadhaar, PAN, and bank account information on hand. Following KYC verification. The entire procedure generally takes only a few minutes. There is no need to submit a hardcopy of any document. What Are The Risk Involved? Fixed-income investments do not come without risk. Fixed-income investments come in a variety of risk levels. The risk to your returns in P2P lending comes from the likelihood of borrowers whose loans you have invested in failing, that is, non-repayment. This form of risk applies to all lending investments, whether made by a bank or by individuals like you through a P2P platform. Historical default rates, commonly known as NPA (Non-Performing Assets), for borrowers, is extremely low on reputed P2P platforms such as LenDenClub. It's important to understand that historical default rates simply reflect the quality of the loans sourced and do not promise future performance. Conclusion P2P platforms are offering one of the highest returns in the fixed income asset class. However, investors should understand the terms, conditions, and risks involved prior to making any investment. If investors invest their money carefully using P2P platforms they can generate superior returns.
- Tanishq announces gold coin ATMs !!
Purchasing gold coins is now as simple as taking cash from an ATM. Tanishq, the jewellery division of the Tata Group, has lately introduced gold-dispensing equipment in its stores. Tanishq's Gold Coin ATM functions in the same way as any other dispensing machine. The machine displays the amount to be paid when consumers select the desired grammes of gold. It pumps out the wrapped gold coins once the payment is cleared. On Akshaya Tritiya, the business launched machines at 21 of its flagship stores around the country that dispense one and two-gram gold coins. The Tanishq Gold Coin ATM functions similarly to any other cash dispenser. The machine displays the amount to be paid when consumers select the desired grammes of gold. It pumps out the wrapped gold coins once the payment is cleared.