Factors to be considerd in investment decision Return an investor should decide how much return he is expecting fr om his investment alternative .If he is expecting fixed returns periodically he can choose fixed income securities like debentures or bonds… Read more
Do you read before investing in MFs? No, really
Here’s the standard disclaimer from an Indian mutual fund that you must surely have seen: Mutual fund investments are subject to market risks. Please read the scheme information and other related documents before investing. Past performance is not indicative of… Read more
‘Equities to remain the best Asset class in longterm’
The domestic equities will continue to remain the best performing asset class in the long run given the fast improving macroeconomic conditions, said experts at DSP Blackrock Mutual Fund. “The country is well placed on growth and liquidity. Macro conditions… Read more
All time high: Time to sell?
Everybody, his aunt and her poodle has a view on the market. So experts who have NEVER invested in the markets, to people who have 99% of their net worth in the market are now saying what to do. Market… Read more
Top 10 Best Books for Insurance Agents
What are some of the best books for insurance agents? I try to read at least one book every few days (at least one per week) and the vast majority of my reading revolves around business, self-improvement, sales, and marketing…. Read more
5 Things People Really Want From Financial Advisors
If you’re a financial adviser, this will be one of the most important articles you ever read. Print it out and put it on your desk if you want. 1. They want someone who will understand their situation. How well… Read more
5 Tips for How to Sell Insurance Over the Phone
What You Need to Start Selling Insurance Over the Phone Years ago, you had no choice but to sell life insurance face-to-face and door-to-door. But because of the internet, consumers now have the ability to find you online and build… Read more
Why you should also look at debt mutual funds
Debt mutual funds offer various options to invest. One can look at liquid, ultra short term, short term, medium term & long term debt funds. There are funds focusing on government securities (G Sec). There are funds having dynamic allocation… Read more
What should be your time-frame and return expectation with equity funds?
Most of you, when you started investing, would have heard your advisor tell you that equity funds are not meant for the short-term. We say this because, equity markets and therefore equity funds, are volatile in the short-term. That means… Read more
Financing Goals through Mutual Funds
Every individual has dreams and aspirations in life. These goals take us ahead in life and help shape our future. Yet, despite our individual differences, the goals often are not altogether that different. For instance, owning a home is a… Read more