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Why life insurance should be part of your financial freedom plan, not an afterthought

Financial freedom requires more than wealth creation. Learn how life insurance, emergency savings and disciplined SIP investing can protect family finances, support long-term goals and build a stronger financial plan against unexpected life events.

3 min read02:20 PM IST
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What is the 3-6-9 rule you can use to build your emergency fund? Here's how to calculate the savings goal…

Emergency fund: Today, we explain the 3-6-9 rule that salaried individuals and even those without stable income can use to build their savings for a rainy day or to safeguard against extenuating circumstances.

4 min read7 Aug 2026
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How Gen Z can build wealth starting from first paycheck— expert lists 5 steps for financial planning

Young people often struggle to balance their salaries between SIPs and emergency funds. An expert advises prioritizing a strong financial foundation, making informed investment choices and maintaining discipline to build long-term wealth.

1 min read6 Aug 2026
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Resigned without another offer in hand? Here’s how much PF you can access immediately and what stays invested

The revised EPF Scheme no longer permits employees to withdraw their entire PF balance after just two months of unemployment. Check the recent withdrawal rules here.

2 min read1 Aug 2026
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Building an emergency fund? Start with less than ₹1,000 — Here's how to calculate your monthly SIP investment

When making your financial plan, you can use systematic investment plan to build an emergency fund. Here's how to calculate how much to invest monthly using the 3-6-9 rule. We explain…

3 min read25 Jul 2026
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7 personal finance rules everyone should know before turning 30 to build lasting wealth

Strong money habits build lasting wealth. These personal finance rules can help young Indians save smarter, invest early, avoid costly debt, and plan for retirement with confidence. Small financial decisions today create greater security and long-term financial success.

3 min read4 Jul 2026
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I asked ChatGPT: How much emergency fund a family really needs in 2026, here what the math said

In 2026, a family in Noida should maintain an emergency fund of around ₹17 lakh, based on monthly expenses of ₹1.4 lakh. This amount provides a financial cushion for one year during unemployment, ensuring uninterrupted living costs.

2 min read24 Jun 2026
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Father’s Day lesson in financial planning: Why an emergency fund is every family’s first safety net

Prepared families recover faster from financial shocks. An emergency fund provides a vital financial safety net, helping households manage medical costs, job loss and unexpected expenses while protecting long-term goals and strengthening financial security during uncertain times.

3 min read21 Jun 2026
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Wealth management for women: 4 smart strategies to tackle key financial challenges

Financial independence starts with smart choices. Wealth management for women becomes easier through disciplined investing, retirement planning, financial confidence and structured strategies that support long-term financial security and wealth creation.

2 min read12 Jun 2026
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Making ₹75k a month? Here are some expert-backed strategies to invest, save and lead a stress-free life

A ₹75,000 monthly salary can stretch further with smart expense planning, disciplined savings, SIP investments and controlled lifestyle spending to build long-term financial stability.

2 min read27 May 2026