Home buyers are always looking for the best home they can buy with the resources and time available with them. Now, more than ever, real estate prices are subdued and buyers are again active in the market. Buying a home is the most exciting and at the same time, tedious task for people. While the… Read More »
“An independent and autonomous watch dog to monitor and ensure that the Banking Codes and Standards adopted by the banks are adhered to in true spirit while delivering their services” is what the BCSBI (Banking Codes and Standards Board of India)states in a description of itself!
Credit cards provide a great convenience to us when making our transactions. If used in a right way, it gives a maximum convenience and benefit. In contrast, if it is used in a wrong way, they become a financial mystery. The following are some of the smart ways of using a credit card.
Generally, we are very cautious while taking a loan or a life insurance policy to save those last minute surprises. But most of us have a misconception about general insurance that choosing a tailor made policy will take care of you and your belongings. Besides the required coverage and sum insured, it is important to… Read More »
This is a card that works like plastic money, where you can make purchases with a quick swipe, just as you would with your credit card. You can use it at ATMs and recognised VISA enabled points of sale, is prepaid in nature and can be loaded with dollars, euros or pounds, but can be… Read More »
When we talk about credit card usage we find different people managing it in a different way. Some people are highly disciplined and never default on their monthly installments and others are so messy that they are always on the top of the defaulter list. Managing finance is a complex task and it’s very… Read More »
Consumers must be aware of their legal rights in the event of an imminent foreclosure. First of all, all debtors/borrowers have rights under the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (also known as the Consumer Credit Protection Act) to avoid or stop abusive, repetitive, and unfair debt collection practices. Creditors can only call you at certain… Read More »
Choosing the right kind of insurance cover not only determines the care that we receive should our health take a wrong turn, but it can be the wild card in your financial plan. There are many benefits of an insurance cover; however, topping the list of benefits is the financial support that a family gets… Read More »
When you apply for a loan, banks judge your ability to repay the loan on numerous counts including your age, income, job stability and your credit report, which is a reflection of your true credit worth. You need to understand why this is the case so that you prepare yourself to submit a good application… Read More »
Make provision for important events in your dependents’ lives. Your dependents will experience certain important life events, and you have to provide for these events. E.g. illness of the dependents, children’s education and marriage. Also once your children leave home or start working, then your household expenses will reduce. So from then on, you just have… Read More »