Mutual fund capital gains payouts are coming. Here’s how to avoid it
Violetastoimenova | E+ | Getty Images LAS VEGAS — As 2025 winds down, many investors are bracing for year-end mutual fund distributions, which can trigger a hefty tax bill for assets held in a taxable brokerage account. But there are strategies to avoid the payout, experts say. For 2025, “you’ve got some pretty eye-watering numbers,” […]
How to diversify your crypto portfolio
00:00 Speaker A There is this push to launch more crypto ETFs. We’ve seen various, uh, you know, brokerage firms saying that this is something they want to do more of. But money flowing out of those ETFs like we just said, is that a concern at all when it comes to supply and demand […]
How to make money from your phone
Looking to boost your income? The key to earning more money could already be in your hands. Literally. Your smartphone may be the ticket to picking up a side gig and supplementing your income with some extra cash for food, utilities, or other basic expenses. There aren’t many people who fully utilize their phones to […]
How to invest smarter: 5 critical mistakes investors make while selecting mutual funds and how to avoid them
Choosing the right mutual fund is more than just selecting the top-performing funds. Time and again, many investors fall into avoidable traps, such as opting for funds based on social media tips or selecting funds purely based on their recent performances. Understanding such common mistakes is crucial for building a healthy, goal-aligned portfolio. Focus should […]
How To Become Crorepati In 10 Years With SIP: Investment Formula Explained
The target corpus in this case is Rs 1 crore and the investment duration is 10 years. With a simple SIP strategy in a mutual fund that gives 12% returns annually, here’s how the investments would grow: Tenure: 10 years Monthly required SIP: Rs 43,500 Estimated returns: 12% Invested amount: Rs 52,20,000 Estimated returns: Rs […]
Mutual fund calculator: How to accumulate ₹41 crore with a monthly Systematic Investment Plan (SIP) of ₹15000
Mutual fund calculator: The market’s ups and downs can feel like a rollercoaster, but seasoned investors know that true wealth is built through patience and consistency. Imagine watching a seed grow into a mighty tree. That’s the magic of compounding in mutual funds. After navigating the recent market dips, it’s time to understand the power […]
Explained: How to check Demat and mutual fund investments in NSDL, CDSL apps
Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) and National Securities Depository Limited (NSDL) have launched the unifying features in the investor apps of CDSL and NSDL, which are believed to be a major step towards democratizing investor access to crucial financial data across Market Infrastructure Institutions (MIIs).The unified investor web and mobile applications (MyEasi by CDSL […]
How to open a mutual fund account for minors? A step-by-step guide
Mutual funds are a popular choice among investors seeking to achieve various financial goals. One of the best aspects of mutual funds is their ability to cater to goal-based investing, such as retirement, buying a house, or funding your child’s education or marriage. Investing for your children is an important financial goal. It is like […]
How to build your own target-date retirement fund
For years, I ran my own business, and right around this time of year, I would get whipped up trying to pick mutual funds for my Individual Retirement Account (IRA). As the April 15 tax filing deadline drew near, my accountant would shoot me the maximum amount I could contribute to my IRA based on […]
How to review your mutual fund investment portfolio in 2025
Many mutual fund investors consider the end of the year and new year as the best time to review their investment portfolio. If you are thinking of taking a close look at your mutual fund portfolio, we can help you. Investors often check the net asset value of their investments. One should forget to constantly […]