Recently a Cooperative Bank (PMC Bank) in India got bankrupted/failed. It is really unfortunate to see depositors waiting for their money. The event has again showcased, that there is Risk in Everything. The concept of RISK-FREE is a myth. Banks can fail & even countries can. But are Bank FD safe in India? If yes,Read More
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Fixed Deposit Vs Mutual Funds Comparison : Part 2
In part one of the Fixed Deposit Vs Mutual Funds comparison, we analyzed the existing and new ways to invest in Debt Mutual Funds. Now its time to dig deeper and learn why one should invest in Debt Funds, What are the risks in debt Funds and how these risks can be countered. Also, let’sRead More
Fixed Deposit Vs Mutual Funds : Part 1
Can Mutual Funds be a substitute for Bank FDs? Honestly NO- as substitute theory works when two things are identical. The basic nature here is different as FDs give fixed returns whereas MFs are market linked. So ideally MFs can be used to fill shoes, but one must understand the risk & returns of theseRead More
Benefits of Having POST OFFICE SAVINGS BANK (SB) ACCOUNT
I also thought for once that it is like going back to history or primitive era if I am writing about Post Office Savings Bank Account, but when I saw the offering, it is as good as normal savings account which is offered by banks. The Post Office Savings Bank account is very convenient ifRead More