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New Margin Rules

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                                                 New Margin Rules                           SEBI's new margin trading rules for traders                                                   With the aim to introduce transparency in the stock market and to decrease speculative trading,  SEBI had introduced peak margin regulations last year. The final phase of the peak margin norms will come into effect from 1st September 2021. It would be compulsory for brokers to collect the 100 percent margin required for intraday positions. What is margin? Margin is the upfront trading amount collected by brokers as security to increase support. In simple words, the margin is money borrowed from a broker to purchase an investment SEBI's New Margin Trading Rule SEBI had come out with the norms regarding margin trading. The guidelines were not welcomed by the brokerage firms as they would pause intraday trading and turnover generated out of it. The rules are likely to come into effect in a phased m

CIBIL Score

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                                                         CIBIL Score                                                                            Measures your creditworthiness                                                                                CIBIL  Credit Information Bureau  India Limited (CIBIL) It is a credit bureau or credit information company. Engaged in maintaining the records of all the credit-related activities of companies as well as individuals. CIBIL Score CIBIL Score is like your financial report card. It is like a rating given to us based on our credit histories such as borrowing and repayments. Banks or lending institutes use this score before approving any loan. Important things to know about CIBIL Score CIBIL Score comes in the range of 300 to 900. Anything above 700 is considered good for the approval of loans or credit cards. A higher score represents good credit history. It also shows your repayment behavior. Ways to improve your CIBIL Score Make timely a

EPFO Update

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         EPFO (Employee's Provident Fund Organisation)                                     Follow new rules to receive benefit s worth Rs 7 lakh The EPFO is the government body that is responsible for the pension scheme in India.  It is the world's largest Social Security Organisation in terms of clientele. In order to tackle challenges, the EPFO has taken measures and pushing online services. EPFO urging all PF subscribers to file an e-Nomination. EPFO has asked its member to file EPF nominations digitally to avail benefits worth Rs. 7 lakh. EPFO shared a demonstration video showing a step-by-step guide on how to do it. The family member of subscribers gets a family pension and insurance benefits in case of the untimely death of the member. It is an effort to extend its online services. The organization has been updating the KYC data. It helps subscribers to avail its services through online mode.

Rule of 72

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                                               Rule of 72                                    It figures out how long it takes your investment to double                                                                                 What is the Rule of 72? This is a quick way to calculate how long it will take to double your money if it is invested at a particular interest rate. It is all about the power of time. You take the interest rate you expect to earn and divide it into 72. Key Takeaways The rule of 72 is a simple way to calculate how long it will take an investment to double. It is a great mental math shortcut to estimate the effect of any growth rate Investors use this rule when planning for retirement, education, and long-term financial goals. Why Rule 72 Exists? How do you possibly predict how much money you could make from an investment? One way is to look at the interest rate on investments. The problem is that calculating compound interest can get a little complicated, es

E-Rupi

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  E-Rupi Cashless and contactless instrument  e-Rupi is a cashless and contactless instrument for digital payments. It is the latest government initiative to stop leakage in government welfare schemes. It ensures that the benefits reach those they are meant for. It is an electronic voucher-based digital payment system. It is delivered via QR code or SMS string-based voucher and does not require a card or net banking or app. The vouchers can be person or purpose-specific. Rupi does not require any physical interface for transactions. The is considered to be safe as it's prepaid.

GST Registration

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                                          GST Registration                                                                                    Goods and Services Tax The Good and Services Tax (GST) applies to all manufacturers, service providers, and traders. The procedure is totally online. Turnover GST registration becomes mandatory when the aggregate value of supply exceeds Rs. 20 Lakhs. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) simplifies the GST registration procedure to ease the tax filing process. List of Required Documents PAN card  Aadhaar card Business address proof Bank account statement Canceled cheque Incorporation certificate Digital signature Director's ID proof, address proof, and photographs Letter of Authorisation Online GST Registration Fee In the case of the online registration process, no fee is levied. The applicant has to upload the documents, and he will get ARN- Application Reference Number through e-mail or SMS. Penalty If you don't pay tax or pay less amount than

Rules of Investing

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    Rules of Investing Rules of Investing-Follow the investing rules   Rules of Investing   Investing   Investing is not simple. It needs time, efforts, patience, knowledge, attitude and skill. Putting your money in saving account won’t increase your wealth. Setting aside money and investing it wisely is a good way to continuously grow your income & reap the rewards. Investing is the process of buying assets that increase in value over time   Rules After years of saving, making investment a persistence habit can be difficult. People are unsure about their path is right, people are not confident about their choice. The following steps will help you to achieve their goals.             Begin small and keep learning.             Planning is important. Visualise the goal you save for             Buy right and hold tight.             Have realistic expectations Do not rearrange your financial life too often   Disclaimer: Investors should consul

Rebalancing Your Portfolio

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    Rebalance Your Portfolio Regular maintenance for your investments     Rebalancing   Rebalancing means your portfolio matches your risk tolerance and returns It is part of long-term passive investment strategy.   Why Rebalancing? If you are long term investor, you need to rebalance your portfolio on a periodic basis. Balancing portfolio means maintaining your desired level of risk over time. Balancing ensures that you have a mix of stocks and bonds according to your risk tolerance and investment goals.   When to Rebalance Your Portfolio? When there is a change in asset prices to maintain asset allocation at desired levels. To ensure preservation of wealth when you are close to your investment goals. When markets are overvalued or undervalued. Rebalancing due to market correction. Disclaimer: Investors should consult their financial advisers if in doubt about whether the product is suitable for them In this blog we discussed about " Reba

Save Tax | How to Save Taxes

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                                                                        Best Tax Saving Options How to Save Taxes-Tax Saving investments are important as they offer a tax deduction About Tax Saving Tax saving season starts in April. Smart investors should look for tax free income. One should start investing in the early quarters of the financial year to plan sensibly. While selecting the right tax-saving investment plans one should look for safety, returns, and liquidity. Tax saving investment plan work under the parameters of sec 80C of Income Tax Act. Best Tax Saving Options for Salaried Class      The best tax saving options are       PPF       EPF      ELSS    Tax Saving FDs       NPS   PPF Public Provident Fund is popular among many. PPF enjoys the benefits of the triple tax exemption. Means tax exemption at the time of investment, accrual, and withdrawal.   EPF Employees Provident Fund contributors enjoy tax benefits under sec 80 C while growth is tax-exempt and even the maturi

e-Rupi digital payment system

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            e-Rupi Digital Payment System to Be Launched Today Cashless and a contactless instrument for digital payment Launch   Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch e-Rupi a digital payment solution that is person and purpose-specific.   What is e-Rupi? 1.      It is a cashless and contactless  instrument for digital payment 2.      It is developed by National Payments Corporation of India 3.      It ensures timely payment without involvement of intermediary 4.      It connects sponsors of the services with beneficiaries & service provider in a digital manner with physical interface   Working It is a QR code or SMS string-based e-voucher that is delivered to the mobile of the beneficiaries. The users of this one-time payment mechanism will be able to redeem the voucher without a card, digital payment app, or internet banking access, at the service provider.   Purpose 1.      To ensure that the benefits reach its intended beneficiaries in a targeted and leak-proof manner. 2.