Business & Economy
RERA Explained: How the Real Estate Law Protects Homebuyers
RERA was India's biggest reform for homebuyers - project registration, escrow accounts, penalties for delays. How the law works and your rights…
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How Gold Loans Work: Interest Rates, Loan-to-Value and What Happens on Default
Gold loans offer quick cash against jewellery at 9-24% interest, with loan-to-value capped at 75%. Here is how they work and what…
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Home Loan Prepayment: How It Cuts Your Interest and When It Makes Sense
Prepaying your home loan can save lakhs in interest - but only if timed right. How prepayment cuts tenure, when it makes…
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New vs Old Tax Regime in 2026: Which One Leaves More Money in Your Pocket
The new tax regime is the default in 2026, with zero tax up to 12 lakh income. Compare slabs, deductions and break-even…
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Ready-to-Move vs Under-Construction Flats: The Real Cost and Risk Comparison
Ready-to-move or under-construction? Beyond sticker price - GST, rent paid while waiting, delay risk and appreciation. The real cost-versus-risk comparison.
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India’s New Income-Tax Act 2026: What Changed and What Stayed the Same
The Income-tax Act, 2025 replaces the 1961 law from April 2026. Simpler language and digital-first processes — but slabs and rates stay…
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How Stamp Duty and Registration Charges Work When You Buy Property
Stamp duty and registration can add 5-10% to your property cost. How they are calculated, state-wise rates, circle rates and legal ways…
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How TDS Works: Why Tax Is Deducted Before Your Salary Reaches You
TDS is the pay-as-you-earn system: tax collected at the source of your income. How it works on salary, interest and rent, and…
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Carpet Area vs Built-Up vs Super Built-Up: How Developers Measure Your Flat
Carpet, built-up, super built-up: what each area measure means, how developers use them, the loading factor trap, and how RERA changed the…
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Capital Gains Tax on Shares and Mutual Funds in 2026: A Plain-English Guide
Equity gains face 20% short-term and 12.5% long-term tax in 2026, with a 1.25 lakh annual exemption. This plain-English guide covers shares…