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How much health insurance cover do I need in India?
For a family of 4 in a metro city, a minimum of ₹10–15 lakh base cover plus a ₹50–1 crore super top-up is recommended. Medical inflation in India runs at ~12% annually. A plan that feels adequate today may leave you underinsured in 5 years. Always check the claim settlement ratio before buying.
Is the new income tax regime better than the old regime?
It depends on your deductions. If your total deductions under 80C, 80D, HRA, etc. exceed ₹3.75 lakh (for income up to ₹15 lakh), the old regime may save you more. For most salaried individuals without home loans or heavy investments, the new regime with its higher standard deduction is simpler and often better.
What is a good CIBIL score to get a home loan?
A CIBIL score of 750+ is considered good for home loan approval at competitive interest rates. Scores between 700–749 may still get approval but at slightly higher rates. Below 700, most banks will either reject or charge a premium. Check your score free at cibil.com before applying.
What is the difference between direct and regular mutual funds?
Direct mutual funds have a lower expense ratio (by 0.5–1.5%) because there is no distributor commission. Over 20 years, this difference can mean 15–25% more returns on the same fund. You can buy direct plans through AMC websites or platforms like Kuvera, Groww, or MF Central.
Should I buy gold as an investment in India?
Gold is a good hedge against inflation and currency depreciation, but should be limited to 5–10% of your portfolio. Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) from RBI are the best way — you get 2.5% annual interest and no capital gains tax if held to maturity. Digital gold and Gold ETFs are alternatives if SGBs are unavailable.
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