Bigger House, Bigger Burden? What Homebuyers Need to Know Before Buying
For many homebuyers, a bigger house can seem like the safer long-term choice. Extra bedrooms, more living space and room for ageing parents or a growing family can make…
Do You Know What Your Home Is Really Worth? Why Regular Property Valuation Matters
For many homeowners, the value of their property only becomes a serious question when they decide to sell. Until then, the price paid years ago often remains the benchmark…
Kerala’s Mutual Fund Boom Signals a Shift in the State’s Investment Culture
Kerala’s investment landscape is undergoing a noticeable transformation. Once dominated by gold, land and bank fixed deposits, household investors in the state are increasingly turning to market-linked instruments such…
Why Keeping Too Much Money in a Savings Account Could Cost You
For many households, a savings account is the default destination for money left over after monthly expenses. It is simple, accessible and relatively safe, making it useful for emergencies…
File Your Income Tax Return Before July 31 to Avoid Penalties and Other Consequences
Taxpayers have only until July 31, 2026, to file their Income Tax Return (ITR) for the Assessment Year 2026–27. The deadline applies to most individual taxpayers who are not required…
Why More Keralites Are Choosing SIPs Over Traditional Savings
A Shift in the Way Kerala Thinks About Money For decades, traditional savings options such as bank fixed deposits, recurring deposits, gold purchases, and savings accounts have been the preferred…
NRE Fixed Deposits Continue to Attract NRIs with Tax-Free Returns and Competitive Interest Rates
Non-Resident External (NRE) Fixed Deposits remain one of the most popular investment options for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) looking to park their overseas earnings in India. Offering tax-free interest income, full…
Personal Loan Rejected? Here’s How You Can Improve Your Chances of Getting Approved
A personal loan rejection can be frustrating, especially when the funds are needed for emergencies, education, medical expenses, or debt consolidation. While many applicants assume that a rejection is the…
Pension Planning Tips for NRIs Returning to Kerala
For thousands of Malayalis working abroad, especially in the Gulf, retirement is no longer just about coming home—it's about returning with financial confidence. After spending decades earning overseas, many NRIs…
Investment Mistakes Senior Citizens Should Avoid
For many Indians, retirement brings a desire for safety rather than risk. It is common to see retirees investing most of their lifetime savings in land, gold or fixed deposits,…