In part one of the Fixed Deposit Vs Mutual Funds comparison, we analyzed the existing and new ways to invest in Debt Mutual Funds. Now its time to dig deeper and learn why one should invest in Debt Funds, What are the risks in debt Funds and how these risks can be countered. Also, let’sRead More
Mutual Funds
Fixed Deposit Vs Mutual Funds : Part 1
Can Mutual Funds be a substitute for Bank FDs? Honestly NO- as substitute theory works when two things are identical. The basic nature here is different as FDs give fixed returns whereas MFs are market linked. So ideally MFs can be used to fill shoes, but one must understand the risk & returns of theseRead More
New Investor’s Baggage : Unrealistic Returns Expectations
You know Demonetization was not a “demon” for the investment industry. In fact, papers are pink with praises how physical asset lovers changed loyalty and started sailing with financial assets. But a new investor someone who started in 2016 or 2015 has started on a very high note. He has only seen green pasture andRead More
Do Not Rent Equity- Own it
One of my investors who own a sizable chunk of Mutual Funds, asked me – Madhu when are we going to invest in equity? I answered, “we are already investing in 70-80% of markets through the MFs. So why do you think we are not investing in equity?” He said, “Through MFs I get units.Read More
Rationalization & Categorization of Mutual Funds
On 6th October another landmark circular has been issued by SEBI, which will Rationalize & Categorize the mutual fund schemes in India. After around 25 serious years (Post UTI only phases) of MF industry, SEBI finally nailed it. Here is how your MF Schemes are going to change now. Why Rationalization? You tell me isRead More
SWP Systematic Withdrawal Plan : Under Utilized Strategy
SWP Systematic Withdrawal Plan is a facility for regular cash flow. It gives you the freedom to withdraw your long-term investments in tax efficient and as per need. You can withdraw money from your existing mutual fund investments at pre-determined intervals, be it weekly, monthly, quarterly, half-yearly or even annually, to create a regular cash flowRead More